In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Redlands Community College Native American Student Organization (NASO) has several events planned Nov. 13 through 15.

The week of activities will kick off with a traditional teepee setup on the east front lawn of the college at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13. A drum group will be performing in addition to a cedar ceremony.

Redlands Community College launched its newly designed website this week. It’s focused on providing an easier way for students to locate the information they need for classes, campus activities and financial assistance.

The college also released its new Spring 2019 class schedule.

The dynamic platform is at www.redlandscc.edu and includes new academic department pages, hovering text, an enhanced search experience and quick access to financial assistance information.

El Reno Masonic Lodge #50 recently presented a check to the Redlands Community College Aggie Club for $10,124 to support the organization’s scholarship program for agriculture students.

“The Aggie Club appreciates the support of Masonic Lodge #50 and the opportunities this partnership provides our students,” said Amanda Thornbrugh, Aggie Club president. “The funds we received will greatly benefit our students by helping them pursue their education and career goals.”

Scholarships play a vital role in making college a reality for many high school students, and the Redlands Community College Foundation is committed to providing that opportunity by raising funds through its popular Dollars for Scholars event.

Tyler McKenzie, a pre-professional sciences major at Redlands Community College, represented the college at the 2018 George and Donna Nigh Leadership Scholarship Academy.

"I thought the experience was overall an amazing learning opportunity to witness the steps towards becoming a better leader,” McKenzie said. “I created a variety of relationships and bonds that I will use for a lifetime, and I am so grateful to have had the chance to meet so many wonderful people."

Dr. Juanita Krittenbrink, a native of Okarche, is beginning her first full term on the Redlands Community College Board of Regents. She was appointed by the Governor in 2015 to fill a vacant seat and was recently reappointed to serve until April 2025.

Redlands Community College is partnering with El Reno Masonic Lodge #50 to host the annual Aggie Club scholarship banquet and fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. May 10 in the Redlands Conference Center.

The event features silent and live auctions with proceeds providing scholarships for agriculture students. For every dollar raised, Masonic Lodge #50 requests matching funds from its charity foundation. Tickets are $12 at the door, with dinner catered by Swadley’s.

Nearly 250 students will graduate from Redlands Community College Friday, May 11, with degrees that have prepared them to continue their education at a four-year university or begin making an impact in the workforce.