Quick Facts

Enrollment
Student Enrollment (2018-19 Unduplicated Headcount)

Total: 4,041

Graduation Awards
2018-19 Degree and Certificate Awards 

Total: 963

• For detailed data reports, please contact Glenda Haynie at ghaynie@rappahannock.edu

Scientific Literacy Report 2018-19.pdf
Written Communications Report 2018-19.pdf
Critical Thinking Report 2018-19.pdf
Quantitative Literacy Report 2018-19.pdf

2018- 19 RCC GOALS for and OUTCOMES of STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

The goals support the college mission and the current strategic plan.  The resulted are analyzed and discussed annually with yearly improvement objectives implemented as needed.  For more data information or questions, contact ghaynie@rappahannock.edu

1. ACCESS to HIGH QUALITY EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES

GOAL 1 – CONNECTIONS –

Increase RCC Fall admissions applications by 3% in Fall 2018 over Fall 2016.

Results: Goal not met.  Applications decreased by 28%.

GOAL 2 – ENTRY: AFFORDABILITY-

Increase institutional scholarships awarded.

Result: Goal met in 2017-18. 68 more scholarships awarded.

GOAL 3 – ENTRY: ADMISSION YIELD

Increase RCC application to enrollment yield to 55% in Fall 2018.

Result: Goal not met.  Yield was 48%.

GOAL 4 – ENTRY: ENROLLMENT –

Increase full time, program-enrolled student participation.

Result: In 2017-18, Goal met.  Headcount increased 4.0% and FTE increased 7.8%. 

GOAL 5 – ENTRY: PENETRATION –

Increase enrollment penetration rates in Service Region Counties.

Result:  Overall goal not met in Fall 2018. Penetration rate down 0.8%.

GOAL 6 – ENTRY:

Developmental Education- Decrease the number of students in developmental education.

Result: Goal met in Developmental Math.  21.4% fewer students.  Goal met in Developmental English. 2 less students to only 21 students.

GOAL 7 – ENTRY:

Developmental Education Success – Increase Dev Ed student completion of college level Math and English. Percentage success above VCCS percentage.

Result: Goal met in Developmental Math at 19% above VCCS percentage. Goal met in Developmental English at 12% above VCCS percentage.

II. SUCCESS as LEARNERS

GOAL 1 – PROGRESSION: RETENTION FALL TO SPRING –

Increase Fall to Spring retention rate.

Result: Goal not met.  Fall 2018 to Spring 2019 retention of 70% was down 1%.

GOAL 2 – PROGRESSION: RETENTION FALL TO FALL –

Increase Fall to Fall retention rate.

Result: Goal not met. Fall 2017 to Fall 2018 retention 53% was down 1%.

GOAL 3 – PROGRESSION: COLLEGE READY SUCCESS–

Increase the number of FTIC college-ready students earning completing a college-level math and/or English course within 3 semesters of first enrollment. Target percentage above VCCS percentage.

Result: Goal met.  Mathematics completion 14% above VCCS.  English completion 4% above VCCS.

GOAL 4 – PROGRESSION: CREDITS EARNED –

Increase the percentage of FTIC students earning 12 credits in one year and 24 credits in two years. Target is 64% for 12 credits and the percentage above VCCS percentage for 24 credits

Result: 12 credits goal was not met at 59%.   24 credits goal was met at 7% above VCCS.

GOAL 5 – PROGRESSION: COURSE COMPLETION/SUCCESS –

Increase course completion and success rates of nondual students.

Result: Goal partially met.  Fall 2018 completion rate 91% up 2% and success rate 72%, same as Fall 2017

GOAL 6 – COMPLETION: AWARDS –

Increase graduates in all programs.

Result: Goal met. There were 203 more awards in 2017-18

GOAL 7 – COMPLETION: TRANSFER –

Increase the success rate of transfer students. Target above VCCS rate.

Result: Goal not met. 61% of those who transferred with 16 or more credits hours earned a bachelor’s degree within 6 years from initial enrollment at RCC. 4% below the VCCS rate of 65%

GOAL 8  – COMPLETION: Graduation Rates-

Increase student completion rates. Target above iPEDS comparison rate.

Result: Goal met. 36% for 150% of time Fulltime/Firsttime cohort. 11% above comparison group.

III. SUCCESS as EMPLOYEES

GOAL 1 – EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION:

Nursing -Increase Student Licensure Rates. Target above national mean for ADN and 85% or greater for PN

Result: Goal met in 2018 for both ADN (97%) and PN (94%)

GOAL 2 – EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION:

Increase industry recognized certifications over FY17.

Result:  Goal met 117 more certifications in FY18.

IV. SUCCESS as CITIZENS

GOAL 1 – Student preparation in General Education Skills –

RCC General Education Assessment. Target 80% of students score 60% or higher.

Result: Goal met in 2018 overall.  80% scored at or above 60%

GOAL 2 – Student preparation in General Education Skills –

General Education Graduate Survey Results.  Target-Students rate their General Education competency a 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

Result: Goal met. All seven Gen Ed areas above 3.5 in 2018.

RCC Strategic Priorities 2016-2020

Student Success.  Improve student access, persistence to completion, transfer rates and success, and preparation for careers.

• Increasing student completion rates: awards, credentials, transfer, and licensure.
• Including international experiences and information in the curriculum and student activities.
• Increasing full time, program-enrolled student participation.
• Improving pathway programs with high schools.
• Improving articulated programs and GAAs with university partners.
• Assuring good student advising for academic programs and careers.
• Reducing financial barriers by minimizing student costs and increasing financial aid sources, funding for books and institutional software.
• Continuing to provide quality instruction in all delivery modes.
• Leveraging quality technology for instruction at RCC.
• Providing active student life opportunities.
• Continuing to improve academic and administrative support services.

Communication.  Strengthen communication between all levels, internally and externally.

• Increasing communication opportunities with school-aged youth and their parents.
• Communicating an expectation of high quality experiences at RCC.
• Improving frequency and reach of communication for internal and external audiences.
• Beginning recruitment at the middle school level with engaging programs.

Curriculum.  Cultivate dynamic, high quality academic and workforce programs.

• Assuring diversity in program length, to include sequential program levels, from career studies certificates through associates degrees.
• Creating more relevant, short duration programs leading to a workplace credential.
• Developing more on the job training, apprenticeship, internship, and cooperative learning opportunities.
• Implementing general education improvements across the curriculum.
• Expanding night and weekend opportunities in specialized, occupational education.
• Integrating interpersonal and life skills into the curriculum.

Faculty and Staff.  Utilize high quality recruitment and retention practices, emphasizing professional development and leadership development for RCC employees.

• Making available more information about the multiple funding opportunities for professional development.
• Continuing to promote diversity in the RCC workplace.
• Improving adjunct recruitment and assimilation in the college community.

College and Student Resources.  Utilize college budget effectively to support instruction.  Continue to expand Educational Foundation and grant funds to support college needs.

• Assuring student FTE levels support a viable college budget.
• Assuring appropriate resources for faculty and staff recruitment and development.
• Eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy where possible within the organization to gain employee efficiency and effectiveness.
• Pursuing additional private and grant funds to support college instructional needs.
• Assuring that off campus sites are productive and effective.
• Increasing alumnae/i involvement.

Community.  Expand partnerships with and services to the community.

• Expanding outreach to underserved community groups.
• Utilizing partnerships to expand apprenticeship, internship, and cooperative learning
• Strengthening the off campus sites.
• Increasing community presence at RCC sites.

Safety, Security, and Preparedness.  Assure that the college community practices strong student and employee safety, security, and preparedness measures.

• Promoting a culture of safety and security awareness for employees and students.
• Continuing to promote internal and external environmental sustainability.

Recruit, Retain, and Re-engage: RCC’s Enrollment Management Plan 2019-2021

Rappahannock Community College provides access to high-quality educational experiences for members of its community, preparing them for success as learners, employees, and citizens.

Plan Purpose

Using data analysis, the RCC Enrollment Management Plan will document strategic goals and objectives to support the College mission and ensure student success by managing college enrollment. All areas of the College will coordinate to connect the budget, scheduling, staffing, and marketing processes.

Overarching Goal

Develop and support a sustainable integrated system that maximizes student access and success, maintains fiscal stability, and allows the college to anticipate scheduling needs.

Goal 1: Provide access to high quality educational experiences by recruiting and enrolling more students.

2019-20 Objectives

1. Increase RCC Fall admissions applications by 5% in Fall 2020 over Fall 2018. Baseline Data: Fall 2017, 1433 to Fall 2018, 1502 an increase of 5% (69)
2. Increase RCC application to enrollment yield to 52% in Fall 2020. Baseline Data: Fall 2017, 46% (665); Fall 2018 48% (721)
3. Increase institutional scholarships awarded to 500 in 2020-21.

Baseline Data: 2016-17, 408; 2017-18 476 (up 17%); 2018-19, 488 (up 2.5 %)

4. Increase student headcount and FTE by 2% in 2020-21 over 2018-19

Baseline Data: HC 2016-17, 2071; 2017-18 2035 (down 2%); 2018-19 1965 (down 3%)

FTE 2016-17, 990; 2017-18 987 (down 0.3 %); 2018-19 972 (down 2%)

5. Increase full-time student headcount and FTE by 2% in 2020-21 over 2018-19 Baseline Data: HC 2016-17, 647; 2017-18 673 (up 4%); 2018-19 650 (down 3%)

FTE 2016-17, 646; 2017-18 659 (up 2%); 2018-19 640 (down 3%)

6. Increase dual enrollment student headcount and FTE by 1% in 2020-21 (target = 1731/699) Baseline Data: HC 2016-17, 2094; 2017-18 1880 (down 10%); 2018-19 1714 (down 9%)

FTE 2016-17, 841; 2017-18 780 (down 7%); 2018-19 692 (down 11%)

7. Increase RCC enrollment penetration rate in Service Region Counties to 40% in 2020-21. Working definition is to increase the RCC percentage of service region students enrolled in Virginia

Baseline Data: 2016-17,40% ; 2017-18 39% ; 2018-19 38%

8.      Increase Dev Ed degree student completion of college-level Math within four semesters of enrollment to 35% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 26%; Fall 16 cohort, 13%; Fall 17 cohort 33%

9.     Increase Dev Ed degree student completion of college-level English within four semesters of enrollment to 48% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 32% ; Fall 16 cohort, 44% ; Fall 17 cohort 43%

10. Increase enrollment of OCATS students in Academic programs by 15% (to 28) in 2020-21 Baseline data: 2016-17—(27); 2017-18—(23); 2018-19—(24)
11. Increase enrollment of OCATS students in Workforce programs by 20% (to 145) in 2020-21 Baseline data: 2016-17—(32); 2017-18—(63); 2018-19—(121)

Goal 2: Increase RCC completion numbers and rates by retaining more students until program graduation.

2019-20 Objectives

1. Increase Fall to Spring retention rate for full-time degree students to 86% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 84%; Fall 16 cohort, 80%; Fall 17 cohort, 83%

2.     Increase Fall to Spring retention rate for part-time degree students to 71% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 60%; Fall 16 cohort, 67%; Fall 17 cohort, 69%

3.     Increase Fall to Fall retention rate for full-time degree students to 67% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 59%; Fall 16 cohort, 56%; Fall 17 cohort, 63%

4.     Increase Fall to Fall retention rate for part-time degree students to 40% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 43%; Fall 16 cohort, 47%; Fall 17 cohort, 32%

5.     Increase college-ready degree student completion of college-level Math within three semesters of enrollment to 70% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 66%; Fall 16 cohort, 66%; Fall 17 cohort, 62%

6.     Increase college-ready degree student completion of college-level English within three semesters of enrollment to 75% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 15 cohort, 71%; Fall 16 cohort, 73%; Fall 17 cohort, 71%

7.     Increase the percentage of FTIC degree students earning 12 credits with a 2.0 GPA in one year to 63% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 14 cohort, 61%; Fall 15 cohort, 57%; Fall 16 cohort, 59%

8.     Increase the percentage of FTIC degree students earning 24 credits with a 2.0 GPA in two years to 61% (Fall 19 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 14 cohort, 61%; Fall 15 cohort, 57%; Fall 16 cohort 59%

9. Increase course completion rates for postsecondary students to 93% in Fall 2020. Baseline Data: Fall 16 91%; Fall 17 89%; Fall 18 91%
10. Increase course success rates for postsecondary students to 74% in Fall 2020. Baseline Data: Fall 16 72%; Fall 17 72%; Fall 18 72%
11. Increase course online completion rates for postsecondary students to 90% in Fall 2020. Baseline Data: Fall 16 88%; Fall 17 85%; Fall 18 88%

12. Increase online course success rates for postsecondary students to 71% in Fall 2020. Baseline Data: Fall 16 69%; Fall 17 67%; Fall 18 69%
13. Increase graduates in all programs by 3% in 2019-20 over 2018-19

Baseline Data: 2016-17 603; 2017-18 620 (3% increase); 2018-19 638 (3% increase)

14. Increase iPEDS graduation rate for 150% Fulltime/Firsttime degree students to 40% (Fall 16 cohort)

Baseline Data: Fall 2012 cohort 28%: Fall 2013 cohort 32%; Fall 2014 cohort 36% (comparison group was

25%)

15. Increase industry-recognized credentials to 800 in FY20. Baseline Data: FY16 346; FY17 445; FY18 707 (as of 6/26/29)
16. Increase credentials earned by OCATS students by 20% (to 155) in 2020-21 Baseline data: 2016-17—(38); 2017-18—(70); 2018-19—(129)

Goal 3: Increase RCC completion numbers by reengaging former students.

2019-20 Objectives

1. Increase graduates in all programs by 3% in 2019-20 over 2018-19

Baseline Data: 2016-17 603; 2017-18 620 (3% increase); 2018-19 638 (3% increase)

2. Increase industry-recognized credentials to 800 in

Baseline Data: FY16 346; FY17 445; FY18 707 (as of 6/26/29)

Note: Bolded objectives are in the VCCS performance funding model.

RCC Committees

Governance:

Administrative Council

Purpose:  The purpose of the Administrative Council is to set institutional policies, procedures, and practices and discuss issues, including budget, which impact the college-wide community. Administrative Council members are responsible for communicating information and discussing issues with the areas for which they supervise and/or represent.

Members

• President, Chair
• All Vice Presidents
• All Deans
• Director of Human Resources
• Glenns and Warsaw Campus Building and Grounds Supervisors
• Network Operations Manager
• IT Security Analyst
• Business Manager
• Director of Communications and Marketing
• Coordinator of Library Resources
• Coordinator for Office of Career and Transition Services
• Administrative Officer, Student Support Services
• Faculty Senate President
• Support Staff President
• President’s Assistant, Recorder

Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month

Curriculum Committee (CC)

Purpose:  The Curriculum Committee considers matters pertaining to the educational programs of the College and continually reviews curricula and college requirements. For example, the committee studies proposals for the development of new courses or programs, including the resources required for implementation, and studies proposals for course changes within awards, credentials, or degree pathways. The committee bears the responsibility for the integrity of the curriculum and has the authority to make recommendations for improvement of curricula. As chief academic officer, the vice president of instruction and student development represents the interests of the committee, and carries forward the recommendations to the president.

Members

• VP of Instruction and Student Development, convener, ex officio
• VPISD Administrative Assist., recorder
• Coordinator of Advising
• (10) Teaching Faculty Members
• Academic Dean (CTE, EGR, Business, Social and Behavioral), ex officio
• Academic Dean (Math, English, EDU Sciences), ex officio
• Academic Dean of Health Sciences, ex officio
• Dean of Dual Enrollment, ex officio
• Dean of Student Development, ex officio
• Dean of Research, Effectiveness and Planning, ex officio
• VP of Workforce and Community Development, ex officio
• Registrar, ex officio
• SIS and Enrollment Coordinator, ex officio

Meetings: As needed.

Student Success Council (SSC)

Purpose: The purpose of the Student Success Council is to ensure the College’s Enrollment Management Plan is being followed and executed. Using data analysis, the RCC Enrollment Management Plan documents strategic goals and objectives to support the College mission and ensure student success. The SSC will review task force proposals and make recommendations for approval and implementation to the Administrative Council. The committee will ensure that work toward all college goals and expectations for student success are incorporated into the planning, data collection, and assessment/evaluation processes of the College. 

Members

• VP of Instruction and Student Development, convener
• Warsaw Campus Administrative Assist., recorder
• VP Finance and Administration Services
• VP Workforce and Community Development
• Dean of Research, Effectiveness, and Planning
• All Academic Deans
• Dean of Student Development
• Coordinator of Advising
• Coordinator of Library Resources
• Program Head of Arts and Sciences Degrees – Tuckey
• QEP Chair
• eLearning Specialist
• Student Support Services representative
• (4) Teaching Faculty elected by Faculty Senate (one must be a Career Technical representative)
• (2) Classified Staff Members

Meetings: As needed.

Ad Hoc Committee to the President on Multi-year Appointments (MYAC)

Purpose:  The Advisory Committee on Multi-year Appointments, formed annually pursuant to State Board policy, receives and acts upon individual faculty requests for consideration for placement on multi-year appointment.

Members: Appointed by the President

Meetings: As needed.

Administrative:

Diversity and Inclusion Council

Purpose:  This committee provides leadership and input institution-wide related to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA), and application of the Title IX of Education Amendments of 1972 .  The committee annually reviews applicable college policies and procedures related to ADA, EEO/AA, and Title IX, and makes recommendations to the appropriate bodies when change is indicated (President, Vice Presidents, Human Resources).  The committee makes recommendations regarding planning training/programming/professional development  to facilitate the college’s commitment to meeting the requirements of each of the laws, and to provide information to students, faculty and staff.

Environmental Sustainability

Purpose:  This committee will convene to assure that RCC institutionalizes aspects of the VCCS Environmental Sustainability Report, adheres to elements of Executive Order 19 (2010), and involves the college community in RCC sustainability efforts.

Members: Volunteers
Meetings: As needed

Food Insecurity

Purpose:  This committee will provide food pantries for RCC students and staff.

Members: Volunteers
Meetings: As needed.

Safety and Security

Purpose:  The Safety Committee advises the vice president of finance and administrative services on safety issues that arise out of the work processes and the work environment, including equipment, supplies, facilities, and grounds.  The committee may examine OSHA and ADA compliance, safety training and professional development, workman compensation claims, and operational documents and policies.

Scholarship Committee

Purpose:  The Scholarship Committee reviews and scores student scholarship applications and selects recipients for the awards from the RCC Educational Foundation. The Committee also makes recommendations for improving the scholarship application process.

Members

• VP, College Advancement
• Scholarship Specialist, College Advancement
• One representative from the RCC Educational Foundation Board, appointed annually by the President of the Board.
• One faculty member from each campus, appointed annually by the Faculty Senate
• Two representatives from Student Development, appointed annually by the Vice President of Instruction and Student Development
• One representative from Workforce and Community Development, appointed annually by the Vice President of Workforce and Community Development
• One classified staff member from each campus, appointed annually by the Support Staff Association

Meetings: At a minimum, two times per year for the full committee.  The committee usually meets in early February for directions on the review and scoring process using the online Award Management system.  Members review and scores applications individually in March and meet as group for one full day to review scores and select recipients.

Technology Committee

Purpose:  The Technology Committee will make recommendations related to the use of technology in instruction and in support of the efficient operations of the College. Additionally, the Committee will approve the annual Technology Plan.

Members

• Network Operations Manager, Chair
• IT Security Officer
• Coordinator of Library Resources
• eLearning Specialist
• One Academic Dean, appointed annually by the Vice President of Instruction and Student Development
• One representative from the Business Office, appointed annually by the Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services
• One representative from Student Development, appointed annually by the Vice President of Instruction and Student Development
• One representative from Workforce and Community Development, appointed annually by the Vice President of Workforce and Community Development
• One representative from Human Resources, appointed annually by the Director of Human Resources
• One representative from College Advancement, appointed annually by the Vice President of College Advancement
• One faculty member from each campus, appointed annually by the Faculty Senate
• One classified staff member from each campus, appointed annually by the Support Staff Association

Meetings: At minimum, six times per year

Threat Assessment Team

Purpose and Membership:  The college establishes the Threat Assessment Team (TAT) with responsibility for education and violence prevention on campus. The membership of this body shall include representatives from the following areas: student affairs, human resources, law enforcement, counseling services representative, and others who have knowledge, professional expertise, or responsibilities that could assist the committee with completing its work.  The TAT committee shall publish a clear statement of its mission and membership, as well as the committee’s leadership role in the area of violence prevention. The committee shall publish periodic guidance to faculty, staff and students regarding the following: a.) how to recognize and report aberrant or potentially harmful behavior that may represent a threat to the community; b.) policies and procedures for the assessment of individuals whose behavior may present a threat; c.) appropriate means of intervention with such individuals; d.) college action to resolve potential threats; and e.) to whom on the college’s threat assessment team, or through what method, potentially threatening behavior should be reported. Additionally, the committee monitors the environment for threats and examines security policies and procedures and staff and equipment readiness to plan, prevent, mitigate, and recover from emergencies that threaten harm to students, staff, and the public, and/or college property.

Meetings: As needed.

Title IX Committee

Purpose:  The Title IX Committee will ensure that the College’s Title IX policy is implemented to prohibit discrimination, all forms of sexual misconduct, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and retaliation. The committee will implement procedures by which such allegations shall be filed, investigated and resolved. The committee will also ensure that the campus community receive annual trainings on prevention and resources regarding sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

Members

• Title IX Coordinator, convener, chair
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator (human resources)
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator (faculty)
• King George Site Supervisor
• One Academic Dean appointed annually by the Vice President of Instruction and Student Development
• One Faculty member appointed annually by the Faculty Senate
• One representative from the library appointed annually by the Coordinator of Library Resources
• One Student Development Representative appointed annually by the Dean of Student Development
• One representative from Workforce and Community Development appointed annually by the Vice President of Workforce and Community Development
• Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services, ex officio
• Dean of Student Development, ex officio

Meetings: At minimum, once a semester with other meetings scheduled within 24 hours if an incident is reported.