Renton Technical College

10/16/2026

October is Washington’s Disability History Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month. To celebrate, join Renton Technical College for Disability Justice Week, October 19–26! This will be a week of programming that celebrates and examines the intersectionality of the disability experience through enriching learning formats, including lectures, presentations, and more. Programming this year is focused on the theme Collective Access, Collective Liberation.

Mir Aminy of Project Rebound at Cal State Fullerton will keynote the event on Monday, 10/19. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3NRolql Project Rebound at CSU Fullerton

10/14/2026

On Thursday, Oct. 15, at 10:15 a.m., RTC will participate in the annual statewide earthquake drill called the “Great Washington Shake-out.” This drill gives RTC an opportunity to test our emergency communications systems and practice drop, cover, and hold.

How to participate on campus:
1. Make sure you have downloaded, registered, and tested the Alert Aware app: https://bit.ly/40zalZ5
2. On Thursday, 10/15 at 10:15 a.m., RTC will send out an earthquake drill alert to drop, cover, and hold for approximately 2 minutes.
3. Please participate to simulate what to do in the event of an earthquake.
4. When finished, please resume normal operations; there is no evacuation.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4yhoKqA Washington Emergency Management Division

10/13/2026

In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we are honored to welcome one of our own, Maizy Bear, RTC adjunct faculty member and artist, for an interactive gathering centered on storytelling, art, connection, and reclaiming identity.

Held on the second Monday of October, Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the existence and resilience of indigenous peoples in the Americas. This day is dedicated to elevating indigenous narratives and perspectives, unlearning embedded history, and serving as a platform for action. To learn more about the indigenous lands that we reside in, visit Native-Land.ca.

10/09/2026

Come learn more about the resources available at RTC at next RTC Resource Fair: Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 1-4 p.m. in Building I.

Everyone is welcome!

10/06/2026

RTC students can get free ORCA cards! A new partnership between Renton Technical College and King County Metro Transit will provide students with free ORCA transit passes. The pilot program aims to remove transportation barriers so students can get to class and stay in college.

Full story and information about applying: https://bit.ly/4yeBoa4

10/01/2026

Gov. Bob Ferguson has proclaimed October 1, 2026, as Technical College Day, honoring the contributions of Washington’s five technical colleges to education, workforce development, and economic opportunity.

Also, RTC is celebrating two milestones this year: its 85th anniversary as an institution and 35 years as part of Washington’s community and technical college system.

Full story link: https://bit.ly/4iSlyhb Washington’s Community and Technical Colleges Governor Bob Ferguson

09/29/2026

Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month!
This month, we are honoring and celebrating the contribution of the Latinx collective. Learn more at https://s.si.edu/4ht1Iqq or attend an event on campus: https://bit.ly/4z6tgJu

Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture. Learn why we celebrate and how you can too!

09/23/2026

Welcome back, everyone! Check out these adorable folks at the Fall Kickoff. Category is...Favorite Outfit From Your Youth! Who won???✨

09/17/2026

President Harden selected for Pacesetter Award

RTC President Dr. Yoshiko Harden will receive the prestigious Pacesetter Award from the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) District 7 (NCMPR), recognizing her leadership in advancing the college, strengthening community partnerships, and championing the role of community and technical colleges.

Full story link: https://bit.ly/4xHnSvm

09/08/2026

Fall quarter is nearly here! Start strong and sign up for New Student Orientation on Sept. 17: https://bit.ly/42ixBLP

>>Learn about resources: Advising, funding, account access, and more
>>Meet your faculty
>>Access your student email and Canvas, your online classroom
>>Get your Student ID card
>>Enjoy a free lunch
>>Make connections and get to know your new campus community