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December 21, 2017 – Lassen College Campus Renovations

With any aging facility, continuous updates and renovations are not only a necessity but crucial to the happiness, health and well-being of those who work at and visit the environment. Last spring and summer, two major improvements were completed on the Lassen College campus. The Nursing program moved into their new space in March and the Cougar Dorm Café was completed in August.

Nursing had been located in the College’s boardroom for two months (nursing porgam , which also previously housed the student bookstore. Nursing was relocated into the Creative Arts building, taking over the 2,264 old photo lab. Nursing instructors and students have been provided a completely remodeled, state-of-the-art education training ground, that includes a lab area, classroom with distance learning components (funded by USDA Grant), phlebotomy lab, a study area for students with computers, a director’s office, three additional offices for nursing staff, and a storage/prep area for staff.

“The newly renovated nursing center is the only of its kind in our region,” said Director of Nursing, Christi Myers. “The space was carefully created with student success in mind. Our amazing contractor (Kenenivich Construction) and all LCC Maintenance staff that worked on this area took into consideration the needs of our growing programs. They created an environment that has been vital to the success of our programs and that is appealing and comfortable for our students.”

To address the need for healthy food options for students that reside on campus, the administration, coaching staff and ASB identified the need to design an area to prepare meals when the cafeteria was closed. The concept quickly took flight and grew into not only a kitchen, but also a place for the students to gather.

The Cougar Dorm Café is a professional kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, prep tables, a large sink, two microwaves, two induction ovens, and four hot plates. In addition, the kitchen includes pots, pans and utensils. The Café is open 5 pm to 10 pm and is monitored by a staff member, students and resident advisors.

“Offering access to healthy food options to our students is a top priority for the administration,” said Lassen College President and Superintendent, Dr. Marlon Hall. “We wanted to create more than just a kitchen – an environment where our students can congregate, socialize and grow as students and young adults.”

The Lassen dormitory is more than 40 years old (1970) and has been home to thousands of alumni. The two-story structure just went through a major renovation with new flooring, sprinkler system and other upgrades. Lassen College is one of only 10 community colleges that offers living quarters to its students.

June 1, 2017 –  Lassen College Foundation Announces 2017-18 Scholarship Recipients, Local Students Awarded Nearly $80,000 in Financial Aid to Attend LCC

The Lassen College Foundation (LCF) announced it recently awarded 49 scholarships to local area high school seniors and past graduates for the 2017-18 academic year. For the first time, the Foundation opened up the scholarships to non high school seniors, to allow those interested in attending college the opportunity to do so. 

“For the past five years, I have had to honor to witness our scholarship program benefit area teens and it is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my job,” said Lassen Community College President and Superintendent Dr. Marlon Hall. “The Lassen College Foundation is committed to providing prospective students an opportunity to attend college and lessen the financial burden associated with tuition.” 

The scholarships total nearly $80,000 in financial support for those enrolling at LCC for the 2017-18 school year. Scholarship recipients must remain in good academic standing with a 2.5 GPA during the year, enrolled on a continuous basis without a break between semesters, and be on track to attain a degree or certificate within two years. If successful, they will be awarded the scholarship for a second year. 

Since its creation in 1977, the Lassen College Foundation has bestowed more than 1,000 scholarships worth approximately $1.2 million. The LCF is a public charity under IRC Section 501(c)(3). The Foundation provides financial support to the college for scholarships and innovative programs. For more information about the Lassen College Foundation or how to be a scholarship donor, contact 530-251-8882 or lccfoundation@lassencollege.edu.

About Lassen College Foundation

Incorporated in 1977, the Lassen College Foundation is a public charity under IRC Section 501(c)(3). The foundation provides financial support to the college for scholarships and innovative programs.The objectives of the foundation are to continue providing scholarships to attend Lassen Community College, develop an alumni association, build an endowment fund, and increase College involvement within the community and community involvement in the College.

2017-18 LCF Scholarship Recipients

Lassen Union High School

• Alissa Marie Adler
• Diana Andrade
• Chad Arnold
• Samantha Averill
• Kyla Bosse
• Hannah Carson
• Lindsay Cimino
• Abigail Rose Colledge
• Luke Crawford
• Derek James Evans
• Myrissa Geer
• Kylie Collins
• Hallie Feger
• Gabriella Geoia
• MacKenzie Gray
• Mikalah Gray
• Courtney Jones
• Noah Jones
• Kaylee Langenhorst
• Danielle McBride
• Gracie McCoy
• Rachel McCoy
• Gracie Nethery
• Efren N. Meraz
• Azia Faith Ciudad Real
• Julie Rogers
• Brittney Rohl
• Jaydin Speers
• Cole R.G. Stewart
• Skyler Pearl Stockmyer
• Collin Westfall
• Wyatt Williams 

Westwood High School

• Hailey G. Powers 

Herlong High School

• Wesley Anderson II    
• Anthony Gonzales 
• Sarah Gotcher        
• Beth Marcotte    
• Kyle Nelson 

Long Valley Charter

• Violet Elizabeth Giese 

Mt. Lassen Charter

• Valerie Ann Carriere-Engeln 
• Cayden Nye 

Westwood Charter

• Mariana Flores- Miller   
• Eva Steffen 

Modoc High School

• Collin Martin
• Zachariah James Jones Norby 

Other

• Logan Amrein
• Madeline Camacho
• Ryan Lopez
• Alyssa Mineau