Good Morning NH Spotlights LRCC’s Workforce Development Program
LRCC’s President Cate and Workforce Development Manager Steve Tucker recently joined Jack Heath on Good Morning NH to discuss some of the programs, partnerships, and opportunities available at LRCC. The conversation focused on LRCC’s Workforce Development Program, which provides individuals and employers with valuable training and professional development opportunities, as well as the impact of […]
Building Connections, Honoring Service: LRCC’s BRAVO Partnership with the NH Veterans Home
In November 2025, LRCC President Patrick Cate launched a new community partnership initiative. BRAVO—Building Relationships and Veteran Outreach—was created to strengthen LRCC’s connection with New Hampshire’s veteran community through service and shared experiences. The mission is simple but powerful: celebrate the service of New Hampshire’s veterans while building lasting bonds between LRCC students, faculty, staff, […]
Bruce Langton’s Story: LRCC Logo Creator, Graphic Designer, and Radiology Tech
Bruce Langton 1990 Graduate Graphic Designer and Retired CT Scan Tech I chose Lakes Region Community College because a friend had gone through the graphic arts program and highly recommended it. I’d always been drawn to graphic design and the printing arts, and LRCC felt like the right place to explore that interest. Before attending […]
Orientation: The Journey Starts Here
Orientation is always a fun time on campus. We love welcoming new students, hearing their stories, and sharing in the anticipation of all the opportunities that lie ahead. This year is no exception. This week kicked off a series of program‑specific orientation days designed to give students the essential information they need as they step […]
Real Voices, Real Journeys: LRCC Grads Reflect on Their Experience
We caught up with our 2026 graduates from programs across LRCC just before commencement and asked them to reflect on their experience. Here’s what they said in their own words: Peter Orlowski, Computer Information Systems, “I really like the fact that LRCC is so career oriented. Everything about the program here has helped me become […]
Bryan Adams’ Story: From LRCC Electrical Student to Vice President of Preconstruction
Bryan Adams 1990 Graduate Vice President at DP Electric I started my journey at the Dover Regional Career Technical Center, where I enrolled in their electrical program. From the beginning, my goal was clear — I wanted to become an electrician. When it came time to choose the next step, LRCC’s Electrical program stood out. […]
LRCC Celebrates the Class of 2026
Lakes Region Community College (LRCC) held its 57th commencement ceremony at the Colonial Theatre on Saturday, May 16, celebrating the achievements of 121 graduates while recognizing faculty, staff and peers. Four Franklin High School students and three Plymouth High School students walked in the ceremony, all of whom earned a certificate in Early Childhood Education through […]
Dana Adler’s Story: Pathways for Adult Learners
Dana Adler 2024 Graduate Pursuing Master’s Degree in Social Work I chose LRCC because it was close to home, but the decision meant much more than convenience. After a work accident left me with a disability, I knew I needed a new path forward. Going back to school felt like the only way I could […]
LRCC Celebrates Its Newest Nursing Graduates
In a year when CCSNH celebrates 347 nursing graduates, the highest number of nursing graduates since 2013, Lakes Region Community College continued one of the most meaningful traditions in nursing: the pinning ceremony. During this emotional event, 17 LRCC nursing graduates were officially welcomed into the profession of nursing. This moment marks more than the […]
Franklin High School Students Earn Early Childhood Education Certificates from LRCC
This spring, 14 Franklin High School (FHS) students earned their Early Childhood Education certificates from LRCC. Eight of the seniors will walk in LRCC’s graduation ceremony, celebrating a milestone typically reserved for college students. Two additional students completed some of the courses in the program. To receive the certificate, students must complete four courses: Growth […]
George Dykstra: The Legacy Behind the Car Show
As we prepare for our 2nd Annual George Dykstra Memorial Car Show, it feels important to pause and reflect on the man who inspired this event. George was a teacher, a mentor, and a lifelong learner. Before beginning his career in education, he honorably served in the United States Army National Guard. He went on […]
Annie King’s Story: How LRCC Gave Me the Confidence to Lead a Classroom
Annie King 2023 Graduate Nursery School Teacher I chose LRCC because it was close to home and offered the flexible schedule I needed to balance work and family. As a busy mom, having a convenient and affordable way to earn my associate degree made all the difference. I didn’t have to take on a lot […]