Riverland News
Riverland Theatre’s comic drama, ‘Be Aggressive’ opens Nov. 16
The Riverland Community College Theatre 2011-2012 season continues with the comic drama Be Aggressive, Nov. 16-20 at the Frank W. Bridges Theatre on the Austin campus.
Called “a new, exciting, and unique voice in the American theatre,” Annie Weisman’s poignant satire paints a resonant picture of adolescence and its challenges. The story begins in the California Paradise of Vista del Sol. However, when seventeen-year-old Laura’s mother is killed in a car crash, her world turns upside-down. Struggling to both take care of her family and keep her spot on the varsity cheer squad, Laura turns to a new friend, Leslie, who thinks she has the answer: driving cross-country to attend an exclusive cheerleading camp.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities chancellor recommends candidates for two vice chancellor positions
Steven Rosenstone, chancellor of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, recommended on Monday that the Board of Trustees appoint Douglas Knowlton to be vice chancellor for academic and student affairs and Michael Dougherty to be vice chancellor for advancement.
“I selected these two exemplary candidates to complete my leadership team from exceptionally strong applicant pools,” Rosenstone said. “I am confident they will be superb leaders.” The Board of Trustees is expected to vote on the recommendations at its Wednesday board meeting.
Riverland President's Column -- November 2011
On October 19, the system installed Steven Rosenstone as its fourth chancellor to lead our public colleges and universities. He succeeds James H. McCormick, who retired after ten years of superlative service.
During his installation ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda last month, Chancellor Rosenstone shared his vision for what he calls an “extraordinary education” for our students.
Riverland Community Gay-Straight Alliance presents ‘Stage Left’
Riverland Community Gay-Straight Alliance (RCGSA) will present the award-winning "STAGE LEFT,” a performance of drama, music, and discussion dealing with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) issues. The presentation includes drama, music, poetry, and personal stories performed, primarily, by Riverland students and alumni.
Riverland Community College Farm Business Management Program Selected for National Award
Riverland Community College Farm Business Management Program is one of only six programs nationwide who received the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) Outstanding Postsecondary/Adult Agricultural Education Program Award on November 16 at the NAAE annual convention in St. Louis.