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This goes to Justin Severson, Professional Development Specialist.

“Justin consistently does an outstanding job collaborating with our Human Resources team and ensuring valuable training opportunities are delivered across the college. His leadership in coordinating Professional Development Day logistics keeps everything running seamlessly. We appreciate your dedication and the impact you make—thank you, Justin!” -Dana Coates, Director of Talent Acquisition and Development.

Love, destiny, and courage collide on stage in Once on This Island, opening tonight at RVC Starlight Theatre. Don’t miss this breathtaking musical filled with vibrant performances, unforgettable characters, and a story that celebrates hope in the face of adversity. Once on This Island opens tonight and runs June 10-13 and July 15-19. Get your tickets today at RockValleyCollege.edu/Starlight

“If someone watched your daily routine, would they believe the goals that you say you have?” Dawson Ingram, HCCTP Program Manager asked. “These students have spent 14 weeks showing me, as well as themselves and each other, how many daily habits they're either willing to shed, gain, or improve on for the sake of their career goals.”

Congratulations to the 2026 Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) at Rock Valley College spring graduates! Read more about their journey at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/news/Constructing-Futures-from-the-Ground-Up

Constructing Futures from the Ground Up “If someone watched your daily routine, would they believe the goals that you say you have?” Dawson Ingram, HCCTP Program Manager asked.

Set on the vibrant island of Haiti, Once on This Island tells the sweeping story of Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with a young man from the wealthy side of the island. Read more at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/news/Starlight-Presents-a-Timeless-Journey

Once on This Island at RVC Starlight Theatre will run June 10-13 and July 15-19. Get your tickets today at RockValleyCollege.edu/Starlight



Image Description: The cast of Once on This Island prepares for opening night on Wednesday, June 10.

Starlight Presents a Timeless Journey Set on the vibrant island of Haiti, Once on This Island tells the sweeping story of Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with a young man from the wealthy side of the island.

Rock Valley College is a proud partner of Rockford Promise! Members of our Student Affairs Division had a great time supporting their golf outing this past weekend!

Image Description: RVC employees Alex Johnson, Casey Dahlberg, David Schneider, and Dr. Patrick Peyer are pictured by the Rock Valley College hole sponsor sign on the green during the Rockford Promise golf outing event.

This features Ashley Downing, Manager of Community Education.

"Ashley has been with Rock Valley College for almost a year and has improved processes, brought in many new classes, and worked to ensure exceptional education for the community.” -Becky Lambert, Executive Director of Community & Continuing Education

“As I stand here today, I’m reminded that not everyone who started this journey made it to this moment, and that’s okay,” Tamara Coffman-Baker said. “I am also nearly 40 years older than many of my peers, and that’s okay, too.” Tamara's story reminds us... it's never too late to rise!

Read more at https://rockvalleycollege.edu/news/Its-Never-too-Late-to-Rise



Image Description: RVC student Tamara Coffman-Baker pictured wearing yellow Golden Eagles sweatshirt while standing on the campus bridge by the Stenstrom Student Center.

It's Never too Late to Rise “As I stand here today, I’m reminded that not everyone who started this journey made it to this moment, and that’s okay,” Tamara Coffman-Baker said. “I am also nearly 40 years older than many of my peers, and that’s okay, too.”