BRCC to host annual Veterans Day program, Wednesday Nov. 9

November 01, 2022

BRCC to host annual Veterans Day program, Wednesday Nov. 9

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) will host its annual Veterans Day program on Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. in the Magnolia Theatre, Mid City campus, 201 Community College Drive.

BRCC One of 10 Colleges Selected to Participate in NSF's Project Vision

October 14, 2022

BRCC One of 10 Colleges Selected to Participate in NSF's Project Vision

Project Vision, supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), announces their third cohort, comprised of 10-colleges.

Mayor Broome to serve as Keynote Speaker at Phi Theta Kappa's Induction Ceremony Thursday, Oct. 20th

October 10, 2022

Mayor Broome to serve as Keynote Speaker at Phi Theta Kappa's Induction Ceremony Thursday, Oct. 20th

Join Baton Rouge Community College's Beta Mu Omicron Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society as they host their Induction Ceremony Thursday, October 20, at 5 p.m.

Two BRCC Students receive the Sterling Forbes Endowed Scholarship Award for Culinary Achievements

October 05, 2022

Two BRCC Students receive the Sterling Forbes Endowed Scholarship Award for Culinary Achievements

The award is presented annually to a BRCC student majoring in Culinary Arts that exhibits a desire to build a career in the culinary industry.

Baton Rouge Community College receives $180,000 donation from LSLBC to benefit its Construction Management Program

September 16, 2022

Baton Rouge Community College receives $180,000 donation from LSLBC to benefit its Construction Management Program

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) received a donation of more than $180,000 from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) and the Contractors’ Education Trust Fund.

BRCC, GEO Next Generation Expand Partnership and Transform Early College Experience

September 15, 2022

BRCC, GEO Next Generation Expand Partnership and Transform Early College Experience

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) and GEO Next Generation High School strengthened their existing partnership by starting a pilot program that will introduce more students to college courses through the expansion of the early college program.

LCTCS Faculty and Staff Awards 2022

September 08, 2022

LCTCS Faculty and Staff Awards 2022

During the 2022 LCTCS Annual Conference, three members of the Baton Rouge Community College faculty and staff were recognized for professional excellence and exceptional service

Baton Rouge Community College Names Brock Kantrow Interim Director of Athletics

July 27, 2022

Baton Rouge Community College Names Brock Kantrow Interim Director of Athletics

Today, Baton Rouge Community College Chancellor Willie E. Smith, Sr. announced the appointment of Brock Kantrow as Interim Director of Athletics.

Focus Foods Awarded Meal Services Contract & Workforce Development Partnership with Baton Rouge Community College

June 08, 2022

Focus Foods Awarded Meal Services Contract & Workforce Development Partnership with Baton Rouge Community College

Louisiana-based Focus Foods is proud to announce the award of a meal services contract & workforce development partnership with Baton Rouge Community College.

BRCC's Student Government Association to host a Mental Health Panel Discussion and Benefit Concert featuring Grammy Nominated R&B Singer Tamar Braxton

April 07, 2022

BRCC's Student Government Association to host a Mental Health Panel Discussion and Benefit Concert featuring Grammy Nominated R&B Singer Tamar Braxton

Public invited to attend Benefit Concert for Mental Health Awareness with ticket purchase to support students through the BRCC Foundation

BRCC's Director of TRIO Programs Elected to Serve as President-Elect of the Southwest Association of Student Assistance Programs

December 03, 2021

BRCC's Director of TRIO Programs Elected to Serve as President-Elect of the Southwest Association of Student Assistance Programs

- At its 50th anniversary conference last month, the Southwest Association of Student Assistance Programs (SWASAP) elected Baton Rouge Community College's Director of TRIO Program, Dr. Darica Simon, as President-Elect of the organization.

BRCC Releases Study Detailing Regional Economic Impact  of $300 Million

December 01, 2021

BRCC Releases Study Detailing Regional Economic Impact of $300 Million

- An economic impact study released today by Baton Rouge Community College reveals the college has a $300 million impact, or supports 4,520 jobs, annually in the greater Baton Rouge area.

Ochsner, BRCC Offering No-Cost Patient Care Technician Program

August 25, 2021

Ochsner, BRCC Offering No-Cost Patient Care Technician Program

In response to demand for certified patient care technicians and certified nursing assistants, Ochsner Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge Community College have partnered to offer the Ochsner Patient Care Technician Customized Training Program.

BRCC to Host Workforce Skills Summit for Job Seekers on June 15

June 04, 2021

BRCC to Host Workforce Skills Summit for Job Seekers on June 15

Baton Rouge Community College's Workforce Solutions Division will host the "Get Ready to Skill Up" Summit for job seekers interested in learning about a variety of short-term training programs offered by the college, along with scholarship opportunities that are available for eligible individuals on Tuesday, June 15, 5 to 8 p.m. at the BRCC Acadian Campus, 3250 N. Acadian Thruway E., Baton Rouge.

Best-selling author, Angie Thomas, to deliver keynote address at  BRCC's Virtual Women's History Month celebration, March 22

March 15, 2021

Best-selling author, Angie Thomas, to deliver keynote address at BRCC's Virtual Women's History Month celebration, March 22

Baton Rouge Community College will host a virtual Women's History month celebration with a keynote address delivered by Angie Thomas, New York Times Best-Selling Author of The Hate U Give.

Education Leaders, Mayor Gather to Share Capital Area Promise Updates for a Second Year, Jan. 28

January 26, 2021

Education Leaders, Mayor Gather to Share Capital Area Promise Updates for a Second Year, Jan. 28

On Thursday, Jan. 28, education leaders of Baton Rouge will gather to share updates and key data points to the community on the Capital Area Promise, a joint initiative to create more college and career pathways for students in Greater Baton Rouge

BRCC, EBR Schools sign proclamation to launch Early College Academy

September 22, 2020

BRCC, EBR Schools sign proclamation to launch Early College Academy

Today, officials from Baton Rouge Community College and East Baton Rouge Parish School System formally signed a proclamation to launch the Early College Academy.

Our Lady of the Lake, BRCC Partner for Workforce Development Program

August 18, 2020

Our Lady of the Lake, BRCC Partner for Workforce Development Program

Our Lady of the Lake is partnering with Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) in a workforce development program creating a pipeline for those interested in healthcare careers.

BRCC Announces Leadership Appointments

July 01, 2020

BRCC Announces Leadership Appointments

BRCC is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Corlin LeBlanc as Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration.and Sarah Barlow, Ph.D. as Interim Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs.

Fall 2020 at BRCC

June 25, 2020

Fall 2020 at BRCC

As the state continues to deal with the growing COVID-19 threat and the uncertainty regarding future timelines, Baton Rouge Community College is introducing special changes that will allow the college to continue offering the same great educational and support opportunities for students during the Fall 2020 semester.

Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds

May 11, 2020

Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("Cares Act") was signed into law by President Trump on March 27, 2020.