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The Effective Teacher Training class at Robeson Community College is the largest class to date.  Currently, 21 students have signed up for the class, and they are scheduled to complete […]

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Due to the possibility of inclement weather this Thursday, the RCC Foundation’s 37th Anniversary Clifford Bullard Memorial Golf Tournament has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 14th. The announcement was made […]

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If you’re thinking about starting a new business, you may want to enroll in one of the upcoming workshops available at the RCC Small Business Center in Lumberton. Each year, […]

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The Small Business Center at Robeson Community College will offer ‘The Business of Farming in Indian Country,” a 10-week training program designed for entrepreneurs and farmers.  In this program, students […]

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The Carolina Student Transfer Excellence Program (C-STEP) is a partnership between Robeson Community College and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  C-STEP is designed to foster success by identifying talented […]

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Robeson Community College is excited to announce that the RCC Foundation raised more than $800 today with the assistance, and talents, of the RCC Culinary Department. “Let’s do lunch,” an […]

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Robeson Community College took part in the Lumberton Food Festival which was held this past weekend at Biggs Park Mall. The festival itself drew more than 10,000 attendees, of which […]

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Robeson Community College in partnership with the American Red Cross will be hosting another blood drive this month to assist with meeting the needs of the community and ensuring an […]

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The counseling and career services at Robeson Community College will host a Suicide Prevention Awareness event tomorrow, September 28 in partnership with Eastpointe. “September is the Suicide Prevention Awareness Month,” […]

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The US Department of Education is requiring all colleges across the country to that received HEERF III (Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund) package to provide direct outreach to all financial […]

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Administrators hope that new and current students will ‘fall into’ RCC during the coming weeks, either to get a jumpstart on their degree or to fast-forward to the next stop […]

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RCC has received new equipment for its culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, and hospitality programs. The equipment was purchased over the summer to enhance the program and the quality […]

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In celebration of National Manufacturing Month, Robeson Community College will be hosting ‘Made in Robeson’ on October 15. The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. “We […]

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Robeson Community College in partnership with the North Carolina Gang Investigators’ Association will present a free, three-day course in Basic Street Gang Investigator Training for sworn law enforcement officers. This […]

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Demand for blood continues to rise and the supply of blood continues to decrease due to the pandemic. Blood supply levels remain at a critical stage in Robeson County and […]

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‘Get vaccinated. Get $100. It’s that easy!’ reads an advertisement from Robeson Community College geared towards students, faculty, and staff. Robeson Community College is offering a one-time payment of $100 […]

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Robeson Community College will be hosting an emergency blood drive on Monday, September 13 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot located by the auditorium / building […]

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Robeson Community College would like to remind everyone that it will host a joint COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinic on September 15, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. “This […]

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With the arrival of new simulation equipment, Robeson Community College has begun to offer several new training courses for law enforcement in a safe environment. Officers will have several opportunities […]

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Robeson Community College signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) articulation agreement today with Lees-McRae College.              “This is another great opportunity for our students to attend a wonderful institution […]

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Robeson Community College is excited to announce that it will sign a MOU Articulation Agreement with Lees-McRae College today at 2pm. This agreement will allow students to seamlessly transfer to […]

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This September will mark the 20th Anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks that took the lives of more than 3,000 people. The attacks took place on a beautiful sunny day […]

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Many practical nursing graduates at Robeson Community College have been busy preparing to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination. One student, Nicolette Locklear, is hoping that all of those […]

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They say when you follow your heart and stay true to yourself, great things will begin to happen. That is what one student discovered when she decided to enroll in […]

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This past summer shined brightly for one student at Robeson Community College. Jessica Thomas-Davis, a criminal justice student, decided to give college another chance and her experience has been better […]

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If students missed the start of Fall 2021 classes,  they will have another opportunity get a jumpstart on their degree this September. Robeson Community College will offer several late start […]

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If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to “STEM like a girl,” Robeson Community College has a great opportunity lined up for you. The First Americans’ Pathway to STEM success […]

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To meet the growing demand and need for law enforcement officers, Robeson Community College will offer a ‘last chance’ night time Basic Law Enforcement Academy. The night BLET academy will […]

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United States Representative Dan Bishop will visit Robeson Community College on Wednesday, August 25. Bishop is expected to arrive on campus at 11:30 a.m. The congressman will meet with RCC […]

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Students, faculty and staff at Robeson Community College will have an opportunity to express & de-stress on Wednesday, August 25 during a Color Me Calm Paint Party. The paint party […]

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Robeson Community College is proud to announce that its Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program has ranked #1 among rural colleges in Southeastern North Carolina in terms of FTE. RCC achieved […]

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Twenty law enforcement officers across North Carolina graduated Friday, August 20 from Robeson Community College’s Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training. Participants included members from the Robeson County Sheriff’s Department, the […]

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Registration is now open for the Effective Teacher Training program at Robeson Community College.   The Effective Teaching Training (ETT) course is a requirement for becoming a substitute in North […]

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Back by popular demand, Robeson Community College will host a 2nd Career and College Promise Open House on August 26 at 6pm. The event will take place in the auditorium […]

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It is an exciting time to be a student at Robeson Community College. With the Fall semester in full swing, the college has come alive with the presence of over […]

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New scholarships and endowments have been established at Robeson Community College thanks to new donors who have generously given to the RCC Foundation. The RCC Foundation has announced the addition […]

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As many associate degree nursing students head back to the classroom this coming week at Robeson Community College, they will be pleased to know that they are entering a very […]

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Robeson Community College welcomed back faculty and staff today for the start of the Fall 2021 semester, during Convocation. The theme for this year’s Convocation was ‘The Power of One. […]

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A flu vaccination clinic has been scheduled for September 15 at Robeson Community College. The free clinic, being offered in partnership with Walgreens, will take place in the Student Center, […]

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This is just a friendly reminder that payment for all tuition and fees must be completed by 4:00 p.m. on August 11.  If you have an outstanding balance at the close of […]

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Robeson Community College is excited to partner with Walgreens in an upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinic that will be held on its campus Wednesday, August 18. The clinic will take place […]

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Robeson Community College invites all Robeson County high school students and their parents, including those who are homeschooled, to an open house on August 10, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. to […]

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Based on CDC guidance, and the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Robeson County, the state of North Carolina and elsewhere, Robeson Community College will require face coverings in indoor settings […]

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New, returning, and former students can still register for classes that begin August 16 at Robeson Community College. Students will have an opportunity to register for classes on Saturday, August […]

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Column by RCC President Melissa Singler as published in the July 31st edition of the Robesonian The global pandemic has taught us many lessons in life. It has taught us […]

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Robeson Community College is excited to announce the generous donation of a fire truck from the City of Lumberton. A ceremony to celebrate the gift will take place on August […]

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Welcome to the fourth industrial revolution, a revolution characterized by the fusion of technologies between physical, digital, and biological spheres. The future is mechatronics, and today students at Robeson Community […]

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Mental health experts say that mental health issues are on the rise nationwide due to the lockdowns and trauma caused by the pandemic. However, even before COVID-19, the prevalence of […]

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Graduating students in the Practical Nursing program were recently honored during a pinning ceremony held on the RCC Campus in Lumberton.  The “walk through” pinning ceremony was held July 22 […]

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You never know where one class will lead you or the doors that it may open. For Pembroke native Cierra Locklear, one class has forever helped chart her path and […]

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Many rising middle and high schoolers took part in a specialized STEM Camp this week at Robeson Community College. The camp was hosted by RCC’s Project 3C which aims to […]

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The Robeson Community College Foundation is seeking sponsors for its upcoming golf tournament fundraiser. The 37th Anniversary Clifford Bullard Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on October 7 with shotgun […]

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If you are looking to get training for a job that has a 100% hiring rate, you might want to consider a career in law enforcement. At least that’s what’s […]

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There wasn’t a shortage on happy faces or smiles in the Student Center this afternoon at Robeson Community College. Robeson Community College’s SGA served up ice cream, complete with all […]

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New and reappointed members of the Robeson Community College Board of Trustees were sworn in today, Monday, July 12 prior to tonight’s meeting. Courtney Jacobs, Executive Assistant to the President […]

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Robeson Community College would like to remind prospective students of its 2nd College Admissions Day event which will take place on its campus in Lumberton on Wednesday, July 21. Those […]

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Robeson Community College is proud to announce that its fire and rescue program ranked #1 in Eastern North Carolina in terms of FTE and total populations touched for the 2019-2020 […]

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The 2021-2022 catalog and student handbook has been released by Robeson Community College. Programs have been updated and the most accurate information is available for students pertaining to their program […]

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Robeson Community College will be awarding seven scholarships for eligible Native American students in the amount of $5000 for the 2021-2022 academic year. This scholarship amount will be split between […]

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Robeson Community College is excited to announce a new partnership with the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) and the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) to help build […]

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The following students have completed the requirements of the massage therapy program at Robeson Community College: Kaliyah Bell  Alicia Chavis Heather Chavis Anthony Corbett  Billie Jo Corbitt Shampy Ariel Grooms  […]

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Financial Aid is one of the busiest offices at Robeson Community College. Almost every full-time student applies for financial aid, and when they enroll at Robeson Community College, it is […]

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Robeson Community College is thrilled to announce that Madison Bryant, the 2021 Miss North Carolina USA, and Madi Walker, the 2021 Miss North Carolina Teen USA will be on its […]

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Robeson Community College will hold a vaccination clinic on its campus in Lumberton, Wednesday, June 30 from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the Student Center, Building 13. The vaccination […]

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This fall students who wish to become a teacher will have two new pathways for college transfer at RCC. Students can enroll in the associate of arts or the associate […]

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The Robeson County Home Builders Association graciously donated $3000 to the Robeson Community College Foundation on Tuesday, June 22 during a meeting at the Village Station Restaurant in Lumberton. The […]

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Iliana Claudio has always been known to take the road less traveled, and as Robert Frost once wrote in a famous poem, that has made all the difference. Throughout her […]

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Robeson Community College hosted a STEM camp on its campus this week for fourth graders from across Robeson County. Students had an opportunity to learn about robots, drones, flight patterns, […]

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Robeson Community College hosted the Public Schools of Robeson County during its quarterly meeting held on June 17. RCC President Melissa Singler delivered welcoming remarks, followed by Dr. Robert Locklear […]

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On Wednesday, June 30 and Wednesday, July 21, new prospective students at Robeson Community College will have an opportunity to receive assistance to complete their application to RCC, file their […]

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Summer 2021 Registration at Robeson Community College continues! The college has added several more classes to meet a growing demand for college transfer courses this summer. The following 4-week mini […]

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New Career and College Promise classes are available for high school students in Robeson County. New options that students can choose from include Fire Technology I / II, Cyber Security, […]

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The Board of Trustees meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 17, 2021. The meeting will begin at 4:00pm via Zoom. The agenda will remain the same as the meeting […]

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The RCC Board Meeting that was scheduled to begin tonight at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom will have to be rescheduled later this week due to technical difficulties. A notice will […]

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Going to college just got a lot more affordable for many families in Robeson County and throughout the State of North Carolina. Students who graduated from a high school in […]

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  Ismael Virgile always dreamed of becoming a nurse, but when she and her family moved to the United States three years ago from Haiti, she wasn’t sure she was […]

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Recognizing the value of the COVID-19 vaccination in ensuring the safety of its students, faculty, staff and community, Robeson Community College proudly accepts the challenge to participate in the White […]

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Robeson Community College is excited to announce a new lineup of classes this July. The college will begin offering pre-licensure insurance classes to meet a growing need in Robeson County.   […]

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Robeson Community College is proud to release the official list of the Spring 2021 Academic Scholars. Academic Scholars are full-time students enrolled in a two-year associate degree or one-year diploma […]

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A statewide awareness campaign, called “Time for a New YOU,” launched today for the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund that is available for eligible North Carolina community college continuing […]

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Robeson Community College is proud to release the official list of the Spring 2021 Presidential Scholars. Presidential Scholars are full-time students enrolled in a two-year associate degree or one-year diploma […]

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Robeson Community College will be offering the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board (PPSB) Training, which consists of two courses: Basic Unarmed Security Officer Training and Armed Guard Training.  Basic […]

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Say goodbye to bad hair days. The salon at Robeson Community College will be re-opening on June 2. The salon will be open on Wednesdays and Thursdays each week from […]

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This is always an exciting time of the year, as graduations are held and students begin the next chapter in their life. As one door closes, another always opens. This […]

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  Darlena Moore remembers what it was like to become a foster kid. Born poor in the Appalachian Mountains, Moore says that she was happy, loved, and cared for. She […]

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Towns and communities across North Carolina are in need of more firefighters, as the number of volunteer firefighters is steadily decreasing. The shortage of those trained in fire technology could […]

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Emergency Medical Science students at Robeson Community College will have an opportunity to gain valuable hands-on training on Thursday, May 27. Students will have a simulated wreck scene that they […]

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If you have ever wondered where a graduate from RCC may land, the answer is anywhere.  Robeson Community College recently asked our university transfer graduates about the plans they were […]

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An oasis of success awaits students at Robeson Community College with the opening of the Summer Advising Center in Building 13.   “The opening of the center will hopefully help […]

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It was always a goal of Wendy Fields to teach at the college level, who started her career teaching English at various high schools in Robeson County. “That’s why I […]

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On Wednesday, May 19, students at Robeson Community College will have an opportunity to talk one-on-one with case managers from the Southeastern Community Action Partnership about the Family Empowerment Self […]

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The list of 2021 Robeson Community College candidates for graduation has been released.  Marjavis Lamar Alston, Diploma, Welding Technology Emmalie Elizabeth Atherton, Diploma, Practical Nursing Alexandra Ayala, Associate in Applied […]

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When Tomas Perez arrived in America eight years ago, he had no idea of the future that awaited him. He had always dreamed of going to college and getting a […]

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Graduating students in the Associate Degree Nursing program were recently honored during a pinning ceremony held on the RCC Campus in Lumberton.  The ceremony was held May 11 in the […]

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Today, Robeson Community College and the Robeson County Executive Law Enforcement Officers Association paid tribute to officers that were killed in the line of duty in honor of National Police […]

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Even though the weather was not the best today, there was still a lot of light shining through as Robeson Community College celebrated its 332 graduates with a special drive-thru […]

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When Caitlin Smith started her studies in 2019 at Robeson Community College, she had no idea that in a few years she would be graduating at the same time as […]

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For Barbara Deal, graduation from Robeson Community College is more than just a milestone, it is a celebration of life and of overcoming adversity to achieve her dreams.   “I just […]

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Summer registration is currently in full swing at Robeson Community College. New, current, and returning students can register anytime this week. Those that have registered will need to complete payment […]

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Now is the time to get a therapeutic massage at Robeson Community College. The Massage Therapy Department at RCC is now accepting appointments for 1-hour sessions. Sessions are available on […]

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