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Congratulations to the Class of 2024
Graduates receive degrees and certificates in joyous ceremony
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RTC launches new, improved college website
Renton Technical College launched a new website on June 24.
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Renton Promise makes college a reality for students
Free tuition and a supportive environment make a difference for Renton graduates.
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NSF grant will expand job readiness for IT students
A grant from the National Science Foundation will provide more career training opportunities for Information Technology students at Renton Technical College.
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Dante King presents lecture at RTC May 2
King is the acclaimed author of the "The 400-Year-Holocaust."
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Celebrate Black History Month with RTC
The Renton King County Justice Alliance (RJKA) is hosting the annual Black History Month Community Forum on Saturday, February 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the RTC Library.
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RTC holds series of events to honor MLK
In January 2023, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hosted the inaugural MLK Commemoration honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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College hosts delegation from Taipei
Renton Technical College hosted a delegation of senior officers from the Technical and Vocational Education Division of the New Taipei City Government to discuss possible partnerships.
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Rivian offers paid technician training at RTC
An innovative partnership between electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian and Renton Technical College will provide paid training to prepare technicians for the workforce.
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Explore exciting careers at RTC's Info Sessions
We are thrilled to announce exciting info sessions designed to provide information and insights into our programs, open to everyone interested in pursuing a career.
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RTC Fall 2023 Career Fair coming Nov. 1
Job seekers, professionals, and employers are invited to attend RTC’s Fall 2023 Career Fair.
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RTC celebrates Disability Awareness Month
October is Washington State Disability Awareness Month and the college is celebrating its diverse community with a month of programming around the intersectionality of disability experiences.
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RTC affirms nondiscrimination policy
Renton Technical College offers more than 50 associate degree and certificate options in a variety of fields, designed to meet students where they are and move them ahead to greater opportunity, including short- and long-term career training programs,...
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College and tribal leaders meet at RTC
College administrators and tribal leaders from across Western Washington strengthened relationships at a day-long gathering at Renton Technical College.
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King County Promise helps students succeed at RTC
Renton Technical College became a King County Promise partner college offering navigation and financial support to students whose educations have been interrupted.
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Renton Promise provides Renton students with tuition assistance for two years
Graduates of Renton high schools could receive up to two full years of tuition to attend Renton Technical College through a new program spearheaded by State Rep. Steve Bergquist.
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Campus diversity and equity survey now open
Renton Technical College’s anonymous Diversity and Equity Campus Climate Survey is now open to all students, staff, and faculty.
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RTC launches new Cybersecurity Program
Students interested in a career in the fast-paced world of cybersecurity can enroll in a new program at Renton Technical College.
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Retired Union Carpenter joins RTC Board
A retired union carpenter who wants to empower others to attain family-wage careers has joined the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees.
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RTC student honored at Transforming Lives dinner
Abubacar Kanteh always wanted to work with vehicles. After many turns in his life, he found his place in Renton Technical College’s Automotive Technology Program.