Riverland Community College Alumni

It's Way Back Wednesday!

Way Back Wednesday 📚🏀📣

Student life at Austin Junior College in 1949 was about more than just classes. From cheerleading and championship basketball games to academic organizations like Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society still active at Riverland today, students were building friendships, leadership skills, and school pride that extended far beyond the classroom.

Do you have memories, photos, or stories from Austin Junior College or the early Riverland days? Or recognize anyone in the photos? Tag or share with us in the comments!

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Riverland is hiring!

Are you a registered nurse looking to share your knowledge and help shape the next generation of healthcare professionals?

Riverland Community College is seeking a Nursing AD Instructor to teach and mentor students in our Associate Degree Nursing program. This full-time faculty position includes classroom, lab, and clinical instruction, helping prepare future nurses for successful careers in healthcare.

Location: Austin, Minnesota
Full-time faculty position
Salary range: $43,067 to $98,660 annually

Apply by June 29, 2026

Learn more and apply:
https://ow.ly/ACgL50ZbQxS
Riverland is an equal opportunity employer and educator committed to supporting diversity in all forms.

Riverland alumni are doing big things in our communities, industries, and workplaces every day! Lee Gulbrandson’s story is a great example of that, and one we had to share.

“I really appreciated the Riverland experience. It was much easier for me to learn in a small class where I could get to know the instructors and other students. It really built a strong base. I got all these fundamentals in a place where somebody is interacting with me in a much more personal way.”- Lee Gulbrandson, Vice President & General Manager, Lou-Rich

Read how Riverland helped launch his career and why he’s now investing back into the next generation of workforce talent. 👇
https://www.riverland.edu/alumni-community/alumni-stories/lee-gulbrandson

Lou-Rich

Congratulations to Gema! 👏🏻👏🏻🎉 We’re so proud to call you an alum!

Drum roll please!

✨Meet our very first recipient of our Alumni Impact Award, Gema!✨

Gema Alvarado-Guerrero has dedicated her life to helping others through social work, education and community advocacy. A first-generation college student, she began her journey at Riverland and never stopped learning. Today, she’s shaping lives as a licensed social worker in a leading community employer while continuing to give back to the community that raised her.

"What an honor and privilege to receive this recognition. One of the biggest strengths our community has is our shared commitment and collective effort to make each day better than the last, and I'm deeply thankful to everyone who has partnered and walked alongside me on this journey." -Gema Alvarado-Guerrero

Read more about Gema here: https://www.riverland.edu/alumni-community/alumni-stories/gema-alvarado-guerrero/

Congratulations, Gema!🎉

Looking for a way to make a difference for Riverland Students? We've got an oppurtunity for you!

Looking for a way to volunteer and make a difference for students? ✋

The Riverland Foundation is seeking volunteers to review scholarship applications between May 15-June 30. Volunteers are asked to donate 1-3 hours at their convenience for scoring applications through our online scholarship portal.

Helping to award scholarships is one of the most meaningful ways to help Riverland students—and you can do it from the comfort of your own couch!

Training and resources are provided. To volunteer, email: [email protected]

Our alumni working together in the community!

What happens when a group of Riverland alumni end up working side by side in the same essential field? A shared foundation that makes a real difference!

Brandon Huston, along with fellow Riverland alumni Dustin White, Parker Hanna, Travis Rauenhorst, and Matt Larson, are all building meaningful careers at the Albert Lea Wastewater Treatment Plant—protecting public health and the environment right here in our region. Together, they reflect on how their time at Riverland gave them the hands-on skills and confidence to step into these critical roles.

Read more : https://www.riverland.edu/alumni-community/alumni-stories/brandon-huston/

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Riverland is hiring!

We are seeking an AD Nursing Instructor to teach and mentor future nurses at the Riverland campus in Austin, Minnesota.

This full-time faculty position includes teaching in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, supporting student learning, and helping prepare students for careers in healthcare.

Location: Austin, Minnesota
Full-time academic position
Salary range: $43,067 to $98,660 annually

Apply by April 21, 2026

Learn more and apply:
https://www.riverland.edu/about-riverland/employment-opportunities/

Riverland is an equal opportunity employer and educator committed to supporting diversity in all forms.

Riverland is hiring!

We are seeking a Vice President of Finance and Facilities to serve as the college’s Chief Finance Officer and provide leadership for financial operations, facilities, and strategic planning.

This senior leadership role is part of the President’s Cabinet and plays a key role in guiding fiscal strategy, supporting campus operations, and ensuring resources are aligned with student success and institutional goals.

Location: Austin, Minnesota
Full-time leadership position
Salary range: $114,094 to $181,856 annually

Apply by April 27, 2026

Learn more and apply:
https://ow.ly/5fLz50Yy50N

Riverland is an equal opportunity employer and educator committed to supporting diversity in all forms.

We're hiring! Riverland Community College in Austin, MN is looking for a Radiologic Technology Instructor to join our team!
If you're a registered RT with 4+ years of experience and a passion for teaching the next generation of imaging professionals, we'd love to hear from you. This is a full-time, unlimited academic position with a pay range of $44,143 to $73,609.

Bachelor's degree required
RT(R) certification (ARRT) required
Teaching experience a plus!

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply!
Apply by April 14, 2026.
https://ow.ly/BnJJ50Yvsm1

📣IT'S GAME DAY!!!🏀

The Riverland Blue Devils are playing in the NJCAA DIVISION III MEN'S BASKETBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS tonight at 5 PM!

The game can be streamed online for a fee. Visit https://njcaa.org/network/championships/mbkb-diii for streaming details.