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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 9h

📣 Spring 2026 enrollment is open at Blue Ridge Community College! Whether you’re starting college, changing careers, or adding new skills, there’s a path here for you. Classes start Jan. 12. Plus: New 4-week Short Courses start 12/1.

www.blueridge.edu/admissions

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 1d

Check out this gorgeous rainbow over our Henderson County Campus this week! This view is looking east over our Sink and Spearman Buildings. We love learning and working here at Blue Ridge!

Apply for the spring semester at www.blueridge.edu/admissions.

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 1d

This December, Blue Ridge is offering year-end 4-week Short Courses for the first time.

All upcoming Short Courses, including 8-week Short Courses, are listed at www.blueridge.edu/short-courses.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/23/four-week-short-courses/

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Blue Ridge Introduces Four-Week Short Courses This December - Blue Ridge Community College four week short courses

Marketing & Communications Dept. This December, Blue Ridge Community College is offering year-end 4-week Short Courses for the first time. These accelerated courses begin on Dec. 1 and end Dec. ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 4d

This fall, Blue Ridge will host multiple events to connect the public to available learning opportunities.

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/21/evening-tours-fall/

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Blue Ridge Community College to Host Evening Tours, Open House Night - Blue Ridge Community College evening tours fall

Featured photo: Scenes from around the Henderson County Campus of Blue Ridge Community College in Flat Rock, North Carolina. (Photo credits to Rich Keen.) Marketing & Communications Dept. This fall, ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 4d

🌟 Go Further with the Blue Ridge #Leadership Institute! Launched in 2024, the Institute empowers current and aspiring #leaders across Henderson and Transylvania counties — and beyond.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/21/blue-ridge-leadership-institute/

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Blue Ridge Leadership Institute Helps Local Professionals Go Further - Blue Ridge Community College

Featured Photo: Hendersonville’s Historic Courthouse and main street in October of 2025. (Photo by: Rich Keen.) Marketing & Communications Dept. Launched in 2024, the Blue Ridge Leadership Institute at Blue ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 4d

Blue Ridge Community College is proud to again welcome community members to the upcoming 26th annual "MLK, Jr. Unity Breakfast" on Jan. 19.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/09/mlk-jr-unity-breakfast-committee-event-2025/

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MLK, Jr. Unity Breakfast - Blue Ridge Community College

26th Annual Celebration The Unity Breakfast celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision by bringing the community together to reflect on his legacy and recognize those who embody his commitment ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 5d

📚 Ready to make your next move? Blue Ridge Community College is enrolling now for Spring 2026 with courses built for every schedule and every dream. Classes start Jan. 12, and 4-week Short Courses start Dec. 1.

🎓 Apply now: www.blueridge.edu/admissions

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 8d

This week, the #Edneyville fire department collaborated with Blue Ridge for a house burning training activity, and multiple agencies took place in a ropes safety course at the College’s Public Safety Training Center.

Public Safety Training info: www.blueridge.edu/pst

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 8d

On Thursday, #StudentLife hosted an interactive event called "Read My Lips" in partnership with Student Accessibility Services, giving students a chance to learn about the lived experiences of those who are deaf and hard of hearing.

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 8d

📣 Spring 2026 enrollment is open at Blue Ridge Community College! Whether you’re starting college, changing careers, or adding new skills, there’s a path here for you. Classes start Jan. 12. Plus: New 4-week Short Courses start 12/1.

www.blueridge.edu/admissions

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 10d

Horticulture student Sarah Dragonetti found success in her studies in part due to Blue Ridge's Build Your Future Grant and its assistance to help her continue her path in higher education.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/15/horticulture-student-grant/

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Horticulture Student Continues Education through Build Your Future Grant - Blue Ridge Community College horticulture student grant

Featured photo: Horticulture student Sarah Dragonetti in the new automated greenhouse on the Henderson County Campus. (Photo by Emily Gill.) Emily Gill, Marketing & Communications Dept. After Hurricane Helene upended ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 11d

Financial Aid and the Student Government Association are hosting two FAFSA Registration assistance events this week:

Tuesday, Oct. 14: Health Science Center Lobby (HSC), 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 15: Killian Student Center (HCC), 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 11d

🎖️ Veterans, we’re here for you.

Blue Ridge Community College is proud to be a Military Friendly® School, offering personalized support, financial aid guidance, and resources to help you transition from military to college life.

👉 www.blueridge.edu/veterans

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Veterans Services - Blue Ridge Community College

Educational Assistance for Veterans and Military-Affiliated Students Blue Ridge Community College is committed to serving veterans and their families. It is our mission to provide exceptional guidance and support in ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 12d

Blue Ridge invites qualified professionals ready to make a mark on the future of their field to attend a Part-Time Faculty Hiring Event on Oct 21, from 4 - 7 p.m. in the Patton Building.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/13/part-time-faculty-hiring/

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 15d

Blue Ridge is now enrolling students for the upcoming Spring 2026 semester that begins Jan. 12, 2026, along with upcoming sessions of accelerated Short Courses.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/10/spring-2026-enrollment/

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Blue Ridge Community College Opens Spring 2026 Enrollment - Blue Ridge Community College

Marketing & Communications Dept. Blue Ridge Community College is now enrolling students for the upcoming Spring 2026 semester that begins Jan. 12, 2026, along with upcoming sessions of accelerated Short ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 15d

It’s time for Fall Break at Blue Ridge Community College!

On Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, no classes will be held, and our offices will be open from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. The College will close at 3 p.m. We hope our students enjoy this opportunity for a well-deserved break.

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 16d

Exciting news! Blue Ridge was ranked in the Top 10 best online colleges in NC! The write-up highlighted affordability and our online support services, including tutoring and advising.

More: https://www.universitymagazine.ca/best-online-colleges-in-north-carolina/

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 16d

Fall Break is Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. No classes will be held, and offices are open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 18d

ICYMI: Our talented Film & Video program students and faculty created a fantastic documentary on Hurricane Helene, sharing perspectives from around the community

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/09/26/helene-student-documentary/

More on the program: www.blueridge.edu/film

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Blue Ridge Film Students Release Documentary on Hurricane Helene - Blue Ridge Community College helene student documentary

Featured photo: A still from the opening scenes of the Blue Ridge film student documentary about Hurricane Helene. Marketing & Communications Dept. Earlier this year in July, Blue Ridge Community ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 19d

🚌 Did you know? All Blue Ridge Community College students and employees can now ride the Apple Country Transit bus system for FREE! Simply show your Blue Ridge ID when you hop on.

Plan your ride and check out routes and schedules here: www.blueridge.edu/apple-country

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 22d

#TuitionAssistance for students affected by #Hurricane #Helene continues this fall and spring thanks to the Build Your Future Grant and the hard work of our Financial Aid team.

www.blueridge.edu/2025/08/20/h...

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Hurricane Recovery Tuition Assistance Now Available at Blue Ridge Community College - Blue Ridge Community College hurricane tuition assistance

Build Your Future Grant Relaunches for Fall Semester Marketing & Communications Dept. Blue Ridge Community College announced today the relaunch of the Build Your Future Grant for the Fall 2025 ...

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 22d

🔧🌐 Today is Manufacturing Day! At Blue Ridge Community College, we’re proud to train the next generation of professionals in machining, welding, electronics, mechatronics, engineering technologies, and more!

www.blueridge.edu/manufacturing

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 23d

Positive stories, powerful impact: If you’re looking for what’s working well in our community, you’ll find it here. We're building better lives & strengthening the workforce that makes our region thrive.

www.blueridge.edu/news

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 23d

From practicing anthropology to caring for patients in healthcare, Blue Ridge graduate Julia Greer’s journey to nursing is both inspiring and unique.

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Nursing at Blue Ridge Community College: Julia Greer

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Blue Ridge Community College @blueridgecc.bsky.social · 23d

📣 👏 Blue Ridge Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Jamie Wiener as the new Executive Director of the Blue Ridge Community College Educational Foundation!

Read more: www.blueridge.edu/2025/10/02/j...

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