Exposing Students to Current Tech and Experts From the Industry Bringing experts from the automotive repair industry into the classroom has been a focus for instructors in the Automotive Repair program at BRCC. “We are grateful to have people in the community come in and talk with students so that they are prepared when they
Don’t be surprised if you hear a casual conversation about the latest assignment in Chemistry II while working out in the cardio area of the BRCC Rec Center. It’s all part of chemistry instructor Larry Rasheed’s grand plan to meet students in a less intimidating environment, and also introduce them to the facility. “About a
Are you looking for summer options that combine fun with creativity or career-ready skills? BRCC’s summer youth programs offer students the chance to explore high-demand fields and creative passions – explore drones, ceramics, and working with animals as a veterinary technician! More information and registration links
BRCC employs career coaches in each of the public high schools in our service region – it is a cost-shared position between BRCC, the BRCC Educational Foundation, and local school districts. Their goal is to work with the “middle majority” of students who are not sure what their next step is after high school. The
Mark your calendar for April 22, 2026 – a day when our community can come together to help ensure Blue Ridge Community College students don’t have to choose between learning and eating. During this year’s Great Community Give, gifts to Blue Ridge Community College will be designated to Lunch2Go, a vital program of the BRCC
It’s no secret that many Blue Ridge Community College students balance coursework with jobs, families, and unexpected life challenges. Thanks to the generosity of community supporters who believe in student success, the SOAR (Student Outreach and Resource) Center works to ensure those challenges do not derail a student’s education. One of SOAR’s most effective and
The BRCC Educational Foundation is proud to celebrate another record‑breaking year of scholarship support—and the powerful stories that make this generosity so meaningful. During fiscal year 2025–2026 to date, the Foundation has awarded $565,902 in scholarships to 328 students, opening doors to opportunity, stability, and success. That impact was on full display at the annual
For many Blue Ridge Community College students in the transfer program, visiting the schools they’re considering transferring to can help solidify their decision. That’s where BRCC Transfer Program Coordinator Rajan Shore steps in to help! Transfer Tours have been a part of her efforts since 2013, when she started coordinating the tours with James Madison
As a young man working in a tractor-trailer shop, Justin Hawkins watched as highly-skilled fabricators repaired frames, structural steel, and custom components. Seeing those welders take raw pieces of metal and turn them into functional finished works “sparked my passion for the trade,” Justin explained. Deciding that he would benefit from formal training, Justin enrolled
Joyce Colemon’s relationship with Blue Ridge Community College began in 2001 when she was appointed to the College Board representing the city of Waynesboro. She served on the Board for 16 years, including terms as Chair and Vice Chair. For her years of service to BRCC and the Shenandoah Valley, an honorary Associate Degree was