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University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College is proud to announce the recipients of annual awards recognizing outstanding service and teaching for the 2025–2026 academic year.
It is often said that every good story must come to an end. At Rio, however, the story of Coach David Smalley and the impact he has had on his players, staff, students, coworkers, and community over his 34-year career will continue to live on.
University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College’s annual fundraising dinner will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at the Holzer Leadership & Innovation Center, located at 254 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis. Doors open at 5:30 pm for social hour, followed by opening remarks and dinner at 6:30 pm.
The Department of Political Science is proud to host Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose for a special campus conversation on Thursday, February 26, at 12:00 PM in Wood Hall 103. This event offers students, faculty, staff, and members of the public an opportunity to hear directly from one of Ohio’s top elected officials about state government, elections, civic engagement, and leadership in public service.
Rio proudly announces Fall Dean's and Merit list students.
Rio Grande Community College has announced Kristen Mershon as the new Director of its Pike Center. Mershon will continue serving in her current role as Director of Rio’s Jackson Center, providing leadership at both regional locations and further strengthening Rio’s commitment to accessible, affordable higher education across southeastern Ohio.
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