Riverland News
Riverland Computer Technology program becomes a national 'WOW' Academy
Riverland Community College's Computer Technology program was named a World Organization of Webmasters (WOW) Academy in April. Bill Cullifer, founder and executive director of WOW, announced this honor after a computer technology industry summit with local business leaders focusing on web development and the computer technology profession.
WOW is a non-profit professional association established in 1996, providing community, education and certification for Web professionals worldwide.
Riverland events celebrate completion of first MN GreenStar Home
Riverland Community College’s MN GreenStar house project is ready for public listing. Each year, Riverland’s carpentry technology and construction electrician students construct a home through a unique learning opportunity. Students build and wire the home under supervision and in cooperation with local sub-contractors. The home is available for sale to the public through a bidding process.
Riverland President's Column -- May 2010
Riverland Community College ends another successful year at this month's college commencement. Given this excitement, you may wonder why I have chosen to address the topic of "financial crisis" in this month's column. The answer is simple: we understand the College's effect on the region we serve and want to be as transparent as possible in our communication as we plan for an uncertain future. The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system's recent news about tuition increases at campuses across the state has also raised awareness in the media.