Umpqua Community College

Nearly 50 years ago, Tim Molinari trained, competed, and set records at Umpqua Community College and these experiences helped shape the course of his life.

Today, as we celebrate the Grand Opening of UCC's new track, Tim is helping create opportunities for the next generation by establishing an endowment to support the college's cross country and track & field programs for years to come.

Join us as we celebrate a new chapter built on a legacy of dedication, perseverance, and community. Come see the new facility, participate in the Riverhawk 5k, honor the athletes who paved the way, and help us welcome the future of Riverhawk Track & Field.

🏃 This is a free community event, but we kindly ask that you RSVP at the following link – https://www.givecampus.com/s/l0igij

🔊 Reminder: UCC Foundation scholarship applications are open until August 31st. – umpqua.edu/scholarships

Our scholarship recipients are unique individuals who come from all walks of life. Heather Burns is pursuing her Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer. She plans to transfer to Portland State University with a long-term goal of working in integrated behavioral health.

Heather shares how the scholarship not only helps financially but “represents being seen and believed in during a season of life that has required a tremendous amount of perseverance.” She shares her experience of recovering from a lifelong addiction and balancing family responsibilities while in school.

These responsibilities and struggles did not hold her back. “The more I learned term after term, the bigger the fire within began to burn. Then something happened; a moment of clarity where I realized I had set the bar too low and I had the power and ability to raise it as high as I wanted. So I did, and by that I mean I set a course to go all the way.”

UCC is so proud of Heather and her accomplishments! We look forward to the wave of new applicants and encourage every student to apply no matter where they are on their journey. Remember to apply as soon as possible!

Our new track creates opportunities for training, competition, teamwork, community engagement, and memories that will last for years to come. We are proud to invest in the future of UCC Track & Field and everyone who will step onto this surface.

🎉Join us August 29th from 8–11 a.m. as we celebrate this exciting new chapter!🎉

🏃 This is a free community event, but we kindly ask that you RSVP at the following link

https://www.givecampus.com/s/l0igij

Apply now: umpqua.edu/scholarships

🎉 Only 29 more days until our UCC Track Grand Opening!🎉

Join us on August 29th from 8–11 a.m. as we celebrate this milestone with a morning full of community, track and field, and a delicious pancake breakfast! 🥞

🏃 This is a free community event, but we kindly ask that you RSVP at the following link: https://www.givecampus.com/s/l0igij

We can't wait to see you there!

🎓 Invest in your future with one application

The UCC Foundation Scholarship application opens July 31! Thousands of dollars in scholarships are available to help make your education more affordable.

📅 Application Period: July 31 – August 31
For UCC Nursing student Noelani Davis, receiving a Foundation Scholarship is a reminder that her community believes in her future.

"Receiving this scholarship is a testament to the hard work and dedication I have put into my journey toward becoming a nursing student at UCC. It is reassuring to know that my community believes in my potential as a future nurse serving the area."

Make plans to apply, share this opportunity with a friend, and take the next step toward achieving your goals.

The UCC Pool will be closed on Saturday, July 18.

For updates, view the schedule, and more information, visit umpqua.edu/pool

We’re proud to have partnered with local fire agencies to host the 1st Annual Young Men’s Fire Camp, giving 19 participants the opportunity to experience hands-on training alongside firefighters, EMTs, and instructors from across Douglas County.

From fire operations and rescue techniques to EMS skills and teamwork, these young men gained valuable insight into careers in emergency services while building confidence and leadership.

Thank you to our partners, instructors, sponsors, and volunteers who made this inaugural camp a success. We’re honored to help create opportunities that inspire and prepare the next generation of first responders. 🚒

The UCC Foundation Scholarship application opens July 31, with thousands of dollars in scholarships available to help make your education more affordable.

📅 Application Period: July 31 – August 31

For UCC sophomore Jazmin Cornell, who's pursuing an Associate of Science Transfer degree in Business, a Foundation scholarship has helped her stay focused on what matters most.

"My scholarship means a lot and has made such an impact on my academic career," Jazmin shared. "It has given me the freedom to focus on my goals without the stress of having to make some hard financial decisions."

Scholarships do more than provide financial support—they help students stay focused, dream bigger, and make the most of their college experience.

Make plans to apply, share this opportunity with a friend, and take the next step toward achieving your goals.

Investing in the next generation of first responders means investing in a safer, stronger community.

We're proud to partner with local fire agencies through Camp Ignition Point, giving teens hands-on experience in firefighting, EMS, rescue skills, CPR, and more—all while inspiring future careers in public safety.

Congratulations to everyone who participated this year, and thank you to our fire service partners for helping build the future of emergency response in Douglas County.

Read more in the story below. ⬇️

Camp Ignition Point returns, offering free firefighting training for teens People as young as 15 are testing out their firefighting skills at Camp Ignition Point in Douglas County.Over the past few days, over 30 teenagers and young adu