Chemeketa Community College

08/27/2026

In this episode of Chatting with Chemeketa, President Jessica Howard and co-host Les Wielgos help students get ready for what comes next. First, James McNicholas, Director of Student Success and Belonging, shares tips, resources, and reminders to help students start fall term prepared and ready to succeed. Then, Elizabeth Bay, Dean of Recruitment, Enrollment and Graduation Services, answers frequently asked questions from prospective students about enrolling at Chemeketa before turning to the other end of the college journey: what students need to know and do as they prepare for graduation. Whether you're just getting started, gearing up for fall, or getting ready to cross the finish line, this episode helps make the next step a little easier.
Listen at https://chattingwithchemeketa.podbean.com/e/from-first-steps-to-finish-line-getting-ready-at-chemeketa

08/26/2026

Want to review and brush up your math and writing skills before the start of fall term?

Sign up for Math Refresh and Writing Refresh on the Salem campus, September 8 - 11.

Morning Options (9:00 - 12:00 pm):

Math Refresh: CRN 44167

Writing Refresh: CRN 45227

Afternoon Option (12:30 - 3:30 pm):

Math Refresh: CRN 46505

Writing Refresh: CRN 45228

Both Math and Writing Refresh are also offered at other Chemeketa locations at other times. See here for more details: https://sites.google.com/chemeketa.edu/salemcampusrefreshprograms/home

Free lunch is provided for students enrolled in both a morning and afternoon Refresh session.

08/26/2026

Thinking about studying wine? Now is a great time to start! 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀!

The Chemeketa Foundation Scholarship application will be open 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭-𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. One application puts you in consideration for hundreds of scholarships, with awards ranging from $300-$6,000 per year.

✨ No repayment required
✨ You don’t need a 4.0 GPA
✨ Scholarships are open to all students
✨ Funds can help cover tuition, books and other educational expenses

➤ Apply with your Chemeketa login: chemeketa.academicworks.com
➤ Need help with admission to Chemeketa? Email [email protected] and we will help you get started.

Don’t miss your opportunity to help fund your education!

08/25/2026

Another round of scholarship offers will be going out this week for students attending Chemeketa for the 2026-2027 academic year.

With more than $565,000 offered and 200 scholarships awarded - keep checking your My Chemeketa email weekly for an award notification and a link to accept through the chemeketa.academicworks.com scholarship portal.

08/25/2026

The Culture and Community Engagement office is excited to host the Inclusive Leadership conference on September 18 from 9:00-6:00 PM at Chemeketa Eola. We will hear from local community leaders and an inspiring keynote speaker about practical ways for us to lead effective change that promotes belonging for everyone. The cost is $199, which includes entrance to all sessions, a catered lunch, and a happy hour with music.

We are limited to 100 participants; we still have space available. The attached flyer includes a QR code and a link to register. Please email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.
Hope you can join us!

08/25/2026

Your next patient could be an entire classroom. Turn your clinical experience into a career that shapes the future of healthcare. Join Chemeketa Community College as a Nursing Instructor.
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chemeketacc/jobs/5371325

08/13/2026

We had so much fun in SIlverton at the Homer Davenport Days Parade.

08/06/2026

Great story by the Salem Reporter about the Commercial Truck Driving program offered by Chemeketa.

Salem-area community college trains the next generation of truck drivers.

08/05/2026

Interested in a career in the wine industry? Our wine studies program is accepting students. Visit go.chemeketa.edu/winestudies for more information.

The Mid-Willamette Valley is a major player in the wine industry. Chemeketa's Wine Studies program offers hands-on training to meet the present and future needs for skilled winemakers, cellar workers, vineyard managers, lab technicians and tasting room staff.

08/04/2026

It was shaping up to be a perfectly ordinary morning for Bolt... until he heard a faint "Squeak... squeak..." coming from a nearby tree.

Bolt knelt down. "Whoa, little buddy... what happened to you?"

Find out next week in the adventures of !