River Parishes Community College

RPCC Completes United Way Campaign

SORRENTO, La. – Faculty, staff and students at River Parishes Community College raised over $1,100 last semester as part of the school’s annual United Way campaign. The money raised by the campaign was a school record, according to campaign chairman Clen Burton. Burton is chief business officer at River Parishes Community College.

“Once again, I find myself beaming with pride at the people of this fine institution,” Chancellor Joe Ben Welch said. “I always knew that the employees and students were generous, but this campaign puts that generosity into action.”

As with many United Way campaigns, full-time River Parishes Community College employees were given the opportunity to contribute to the charity by opting for payroll deductions. Over 30 employees chose this method of giving; almost 80 percent.

In an effort to involve the student body, organizers held a pie-throwing contest in November. River Parishes students were able to throw cream pies – for a fee, of course – at some of their favorite professors or staff members. Hot chocolate was served to all United Way contributors at the event.

“For an organization with less than 50 full-time employees, I believe we have done exceptionally well,” said Burton. “The RPCC community really pulled together to make the campaign a success. Many worthy causes will benefit because of the generosity of our people.”

River Parishes Community College is a two-year learning institution, fully-accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees. The school is located at 7384 John LeBlanc Blvd. in Sorrento. For more information about River Parishes Community College, or to enroll in classes, call 225-675-8270 or log on to www.rpcc.edu.

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