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Contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 860-215-9207 or bbaillargeon@threerivers.edu.
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Norwich (December 4, 2021) — When Allen Lyon of Norwich wanted a new life, Three Rivers Community College was the most logical step.
He started at the community college at age 27 and, because he had dropped out of high school to help family at a young age, first needed to obtain a GED. Now 30, he graduated from Three Rivers this year with an associate degree in environmental engineering technology, and is going on to study natural resources at the University of Connecticut.
“I never really thought I was capable of going through school, so I always told myself don’t even bother. But as I got a little bit older I was like, ‘Well I don’t want to be in the restaurant service for the rest of my life,'” Lyon said. “That’s what made me go back. Three Rivers made a lot of sense distance-wise because I was in Norwich.”
“Thankfully, it all fell into place,” he said. “It was a good program and a good school, so I’m glad I ended up going.”
While professors have criticized a plan to consolidate the state’s community colleges, and administrators defend the move and the process, students are mostly focused on their futures.
Heather Lussier stands outside Three Rivers Community College Friday, December 3, 2021. (Sean D. Elliot/The Day)
Lyon said it doesn’t seem like Three Rivers or other schools are telling students the ramifications of consolidation.
“In my opinion I don’t think the college itself talks about it enough to its students,” he said. “I think that it’s very based in money, which makes sense. I understand that the state wants to save money where it can, but I think it’s important not to sacrifice the experience or success of the student to save a couple dollars, and I think that’s why it’s not talked about as much. It’s unfortunate because if more students knew what was on the chopping block, more students would be outspoken.”
In conversations with several current and former Three Rivers Community College students, none claimed to be an expert on the consolidation plan. Some said they didn’t know what it was. But everyone was clear on why they were at this community college — be it affordability, convenience or some other reason — and everyone praised Three Rivers.
Professors from different teaching unions, unified under the “Reluctant Warriors” tag, including Diba Khan-Bureau, professor and program coordinator of environmental engineering technology at Three Rivers, view the merger as a threat to academic freedom for professors and students. And the unions feel they’ve been ignored when offering ideas on how to align the curriculums.
Professors believe there’s still hope to defeat the merger, but Connecticut State Colleges and Universities anticipates it will be completed — marked by the launch of Connecticut State Community College — for the fall 2023 semester.
Protests from the teachers’ unions regarding the consolidation and ongoing contract negotiations continue throughout the state. But in late November and early December in Norwich, students were focused on their classes.
Lyon and others, including Jacob Hall of Sprague, 18, highly praised how Three Rivers prepares students for the next step.
Hall, in his first year at Three Rivers, said the college wasn’t his initial choice but he’s content with how it worked out. “Originally I wanted to go to a university, but I’m from an area where I don’t have that much money, so I couldn’t go there, and I always knew this was an option,” he said. “I love it. It’s a lot more work than high school but I think it’s exactly what I needed.”
Of all the students who spoke to The Day, Hall was the one most supportive of the merger.
“Honestly it’s a great idea because, say I do need to transfer for some reason, or I want to transfer for some reason, all my credits would transfer over, and it would just be an easier process in the long run,” he said. “Professors and students haven’t talked about it a ton. They know it’s there, but it’s more of a subconscious thing.”
Olivia Corrente and Tyler Dean, who are both 18 and in their first semester at Three Rivers, went to Norwich Technical High School. Corrente said the PACT program, which allows students to attend Three Rivers and other community colleges for free, is a big reason why she decided to attend the college. Dean also said affordability had something to do with his decision to attend Three Rivers.
Dean is hoping to attend UConn or Eastern Connecticut State University when he’s finished at Three Rivers. Corrente also is hoping to go to a larger school after her two years, to study criminal justice and forensics. She, along with several other students, complimented the professors at the Three Rivers.
While Corrente hadn’t heard about the consolidation, Dean was evenhanded in his assessment.
“I’ve been hearing some word about it lately. I heard that they’re trying to combine all the community colleges into one to make it more of a university style rather than these small, separate community colleges,” he said. “I feel like there’s benefits to both arguments. Having a small college like this is nice because it keeps the class size per teacher ratio down, like 20 kids a class is always nice.”
Vanessa Sotelo, 40, is in her first semester at Three Rivers and studying sociology. She has lived in Gales Ferry the past few years and said she is part of a military family.
“It’s from in part being involved in activism and wanting to do something that hopefully makes a difference in the community,” Sotelo said of why she chose to study at Three Rivers. “I’m very impressed by the teachers and their dedication, they’re so well-prepared and everything.”
Sotelo, too, is looking to transfer to UConn after two years at Three Rivers. As for the consolidation of community colleges, she’s uncertain of its implications.
“Professors have brought it up, have mentioned that it’s happening, and I still don’t feel very familiar with what that means for me,” she said. “All I know is my program is still going to be be here. As far as I know it’s possible certain classes that were available are no longer going to be.”
Connecticut State Colleges and Universities has repeatedly disputed claims about a loss of local and faculty control over curriculums. What will change is that a single institution’s curriculum must be aligned across the new college system. Professors and administrators disagree on what that should look like, and the curriculum remains one of the biggest sticking points in the consolidation process.
Heather Lussier, 54, has been going to Three Rivers for more than a decade. She is an Army veteran who was deployed three times — to Afghanistan, Iraq, Spain and Jordan, among other locations — since she began at Three Rivers.
“I didn’t know what I wanted to do, and I knew I needed something besides the military experience,” she said. “I got my first degree in liberal arts, then I stayed and changed my focus to environmental engineering technologies, which will later bring me into natural resources of the environment up at UConn.”
Lussier lived in Groton, and coming to Three Rivers was for “the convenience factor.”
As for consolidation, she said she doesn’t know much about it but fears it could affect special programs.
Michael Morin, 51, is a former Three Rivers student who is now in the radiologic technology program at Middlesex Community College. He said he went to Three Rivers because he was nearing retirement and looking into secondary careers.
“I looked into cost-effective opportunities that would provide an education for employment in the medical field, one that could be directly applied to a work setting,” he said. “I began taking math and science prerequisites at the new Three Rivers Community College. What was once a good college, was now a great college. The professors are extremely helpful and want you to succeed. It is now a state of the art facility with resources to fit any students’ needs.”
— By Sten Spinella, Day staff writer
The original article can be found here: “Connecticut community college students uncertain on consolidation plan”
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Transfer to #1 ranked Charter Oak State College for your Bachelor’s degree.
Three Rivers Community College offers a Community College Tuition Match Scholarship Agreement with Charter Oak State College. This allows Three Rivers associate degree graduates to earn a bachelor’s degree at Charter Oak at the same tuition rate as at Three Rivers, a savings of over 50%.
- Charter Oak has been named the #1 college for adult education in the United States by Best College Reviews. It’s noted for its unique transfer policy that makes it a highly sought after college for students looking to complete their bachelor’s degree.
- You’ll save thousands in tuition! Charter Oak’s special agreement with Three Rivers allows you to complete your junior and senior year courses at Charter Oak for the community college tuition rate. At 2021-2022 rates, that’s a 52% savings. Pay Three Rivers tuition of $166 per credit instead of Charter Oak tuition of $319 per credit. And, that’s before you subtract financial aid!
- Charter Oak is 100% online which offers students the flexibility to fit their studies into their work and family schedule
- It will accept all of your credits from your Three Rivers associate degree.
- The tuition scholarship is good for five years.
- It is a member of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system.
Requirements for receiving this scholarship tuition discount
To apply for the scholarship, students need to meet the following requirements:
- Complete the associate degree
- Enroll at Charter Oak State College within 6 months of completing an associate degree
To maintain the scholarship, the student must enroll in a minimum of six Charter Oak credits in the fall and spring semesters. This would allow the student to graduate in five years, if attending part-time. Students can also graduate in as little as two years by taking additional courses or even taking courses in the summer.
Eligible students should apply for financial aid, including Federal Pell Grants, to help cover the costs of their college expenses. They will be responsible for books, a tech fee, and any other course related expenses. Students will also need to complete Charter Oak State College’s degree requirements for the bachelor’s degree.
Interested Three Rivers students should contact Charter Oak State College Admissions at admissions@charteroak.edu.
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Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that it has earned the 2021-2022 Military Friendly® School designation. Each year, the prestigious list of Military Friendly® Schools is provided to service members, veterans and their families, helping them select the best college to receive the education and training needed to pursue a civilian career.
To earn the Military Friendly® School designation, Three Rivers met thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Persistence (Degree Advancement or Transfer), and Loan Default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans.
“As a submarine veteran, I know the difference a college degree can make to our active duty and veteran students. For more than 50 years, Three Rivers has played a central role in higher education in Southeastern Connecticut. The Military Friendly recognition shows our continuing commitment to support the academic development of those who serve our country,” said Interim Dean of Academic and Student Affairs Kem Barfield.
The College has a Veterans Organization Student Group and an OASIS Center, which serves as the focal point for veterans’ activities and access to services such as academic advising, Veterans Administration educational benefits, and counseling. Though currently closed due to the pandemic, the OASIS center provides a place to take a break during the school day, study, and socialize with fellow veterans.
In 2019, Three Rivers became an officially associated chapter of the Veteran Students of America. Three Rivers has also dedicated two parking spaces to Purple Heart recipients, and the Three Rivers Veterans Organization puts together a large Thanksgiving Dinner food drive each year, completely meeting the needs of the Norwich Vets Center.
Military Friendly® is owned and operated by VIQTORY, a veteran-owned business. Founded in 2001, VIQTORY is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities through its G.I. Jobs ®, Military Spouse, and Military Friendly ® brands.
For more information about Three Rivers commitment to supporting military students, visit Three Rivers website at www.threerivers.edu/veteran. Three Rivers will be showcased along with other 2021 Military Friendly® Schools in the May issue of G.I. Jobs magazine. The list can also be found at www.militaryfriendly.com.
READ MOREThree Rivers Community College Hosts Week-Long Virtual Open House Monday, November 16 – Friday, November 20
Three Rivers Community College is holding a Week-Long Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college education it offers. The Virtual Open House will be held each day from Monday, November 16 through Friday, November 20 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. It is free and open to all, and attendees can join at any time.
The Open House features speakers from a variety of departments. Financial aid will demystify the FAFSA process and discuss ways to pay for college through grants, scholarships, and loans. Staff will explain how full-time students can finish in just two years, earn an associate degree, and seamlessly move on to a bachelor’s degree program as a junior or start work in their chosen career. Learn about the excellent faculty, career-forward programs, fully-online programs, transferrable credits, and a price tag that is the lowest in the state.
In addition, attendees will be given an overview of student clubs (Three Rivers has over 30!) as well as learn how active and welcoming the campus is. The all-encompassing support, such as tutoring and advising, and veterans and accessibility services at Three Rivers will also be explained.
Each day, there will be different breakout sessions available from 1:00-1:30 pm that will cover different degrees and academic departments, from Visual Fine Arts to Criminal Justice to the Business Department and more. For a full list of the breakout sessions and to attend the open house, visit www.threerivers.edu/open-house. For additional details, call 860-215-9000, e-mail at TR-Admissions@threerivers.edu or visit www.threerivers.edu.
READ MOREIn the News | Three Rivers quadcopter team takes first place
Norwich, Connecticut (The Day, May 17, 2019) —A team from Three River Community College that included five local students tied for first place in the annual NASA-sponsored Community College Quadcopter Challenge April 26 at Quinebaug Valley Community College in Danielson.
The Thames River Community College drone team, from left, Daniel Docker of New London, Adam Rugh of Old Mystic, Kevin Peterson of New London, Jonathan Bermudez of Norwich and Nate Reigles of Oakdale, along with advisor Yevhen Rutovytskyy. (Photo submitted)
Students were Adam Rugh of Old Mystic, Nate Reigles of Oakdale, Kevin Peterson and Daniel Docker of New London and Jonathan Bermudez of Norwich. The final two students were military veterans.
The team, led by Electric Boat engineer and adjunct professor Yevhen Rutovytskyy, tied QVCC, which had won the three previous drone challenges.
Each team member put in between 80 and 100 hours of work into into the drone, and each student will receive a $1,000 stipend.
The project is intended to increase the number of science, technology, engineering and math graduates, raise awareness of NASA education initiatives, enhance STEM diversity and provide experience with computer-aided drafting software.
“As a senior engineer at a defense contractor, my goal is to help students transcend their ‘comfort zone’ and learn skills that are not ordinarily offered as part of the engineering curriculum in community colleges,” Rutovytskyy, a Colchester resident, said in an email.
Part of the challenge included fabricating a multi-positional camera mount to allow the drone operator to manually switch camera views and acquire in-flight pictures of various targets of interest.
The original article can be found here: ‘Three Rivers quadcopter team takes first place’
READ MOREThree Rivers Summer Classes Open for Registration
Three Rivers Community College has opened enrollment on summer courses. New and returning students can now register for classes in any of the three summer sessions that begin May 20, June 4, and July 10. Completing multiple courses is also possible as the timing of the sessions allow students to take a course in the first and third session without any overlap.
Taking a summer course is a great way to earn three credits or more in eight weeks or less. Currently enrolled Three Rivers students can focus on just one tough course, like math, science or foreign language, and lighten their course load for next year.
Summer courses also give students from different colleges and universities, who are home for the summer, a chance to complete a prerequisite or general education requirement that will transfer to their school.
In addition to the traditional on-campus classes, Three Rivers also offers 39 online courses. Traditional and online courses range in subjects from US History I, General Chemistry I, Principles of Microeconomics, Intermediate Algebra, Principles of Sociology, Elementary Spanish I and more.
For more information on summer courses at Three Rivers, visit www.threerivers.edu/summer.
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We want everyone who visits the Three Rivers Community College website to feel welcome and find the experience rewarding.
What are we doing?
To help us make the Three Rivers Community College website a positive place for everyone, we’ve been using the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, and user friendly for everyone.
The guidelines have three levels of accessibility (A, AA and AAA). We’ve chosen Level AA as the target for the Three Rivers Community College website.
How are we doing?
We’re working hard to achieve our goal of Level AA accessibility, but we realise there are some areas that still need improving. The following information explains what we’re doing to make that happen.
Success criteria 4.1.1:
We continue to address issues with third-party suppliers and features of the website.
Success criteria 1.2.3:
New content will be produced with captions and as funding is available, older content will be updated.
Let us know what you think
If you enjoyed using the Three Rivers Community College website, or if you had trouble with any part of it, please get in touch. We’d like to hear from you in any of the following ways:
- email us at TR-WebAdmin@trcc.commnet.edu
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Drugs and Alcohol
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The Board of Regents of Community-Technical Colleges endorses the statement of the network of colleges and universities committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol abuse, which is based on the following premise: American society is harmed in many ways by the abuse of alcohol and other drugs – decreased productivity, serious health problems, breakdown of the family structure, and strained social resources. Problems of illicit use and abuse of substances have a pervasive effect upon many segments of society – all socio-economic groups, all age levels, and even the unborn. Education and learning are especially impaired by alcohol abuse and illicit drug use. The Board recognizes that education regarding alcohol and substance abuse is an appropriate and even necessary part of contemporary college life. Since the unauthorized use of controlled substances, in addition to the potential harmful effect it may have on students and employees, is contrary to state and federal law and regulation, it must be prohibited in any college activity, on or off the college campus. Although the conditions of alcohol and drug dependency may be considered disabilities or handicaps under state and federal law and regulation and Board of Regents policy, and employees and students will not be discriminated against because they have these disabilities, all students and employees are considered to be responsible for their actions and their conduct. These provisions shall apply to all colleges under the jurisdiction of the Board:
- No student or employee shall knowingly possess, use, distribute, transmit, sell, or be under the influence of any controlled substance on the college campus or off the college campus at a college-sponsored activity, function, or event. Use or possession of a drug authorized by a medical prescription from a registered physician shall not be a violation of this provision.
- All colleges shall develop and enforce policies regarding the sale, distribution, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages on campus, subject to state and federal law. Consistent with board policy, the consumption of alcoholic beverages on campus may only be authorized by written permission of the president for special events as appropriate.
- All colleges shall provide educational programs on the abuse of alcohol and other drugs and referral for assistance for students and employees who seek it. Colleges are encouraged to establish campus-wide committees to assist in development of these programs in response to particular campus needs and identification of referral resources in their respective service planning regions. Failure to comply with this policy will result in invocation of the appropriate disciplinary procedure and may result in separation from the college and referral to the appropriate authorities for prosecution.`
Students are urged to seek information, advice, or confidential counseling regarding drugs and/or alcohol by contacting the counseling staff. Also, Three Rivers is prepared to refer students to appropriate professionals (medical, legal, psychiatric, etc.) according to the needs of the individual student. Contact will be held in complete confidence. A student who ignores opportunities for help and assistance and who willfully violates College policies and the law faces disciplinary action as outlined in the BOR/CSCU Student Code of Conduct.
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