UCC Art Gallery Presents “Elemental Pacific Northwest: Rocks, Trees And Water” (Photo) - 03/24/26

ROSEBURG, Ore. — The Art Gallery at Umpqua Community College will present “Elemental Pacific Northwest: Rocks, Trees and Water,” a series of nature-based watercolor paintings by artist Christine Schulbach.

The exhibition will be on display March 30 through April 29 at the Whipple Fine Arts Center on the UCC campus. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

A reception and artist talk will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 1. Admission is free and open to the public.

Schulbach, who grew up in Salem, Oregon, has been drawing throughout her life. She attended Salem public schools and Oregon State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in visual arts with honors, focusing on printmaking and painting.

During her youth, she spent summers working alongside her father, a horticulturist, observing and drawing plants and insects. Her plein air paintings reflect a lifelong curiosity about the natural world and her responses to the landscapes she encounters.

About the Art Gallery

The UCC Art Gallery is located in the Whipple Fine Arts Building at Umpqua Community College, 1140 Umpqua College Road, Roseburg, Oregon. The 1,100-square-foot exhibition space hosts six exhibitions annually, featuring a variety of media from emerging and established artists. The gallery’s mission is to present high-quality artwork for the educational and cultural enrichment of UCC students and Douglas County residents.

UCC Budget Committee Meeting - 03/19/26

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of Umpqua Community College, Douglas County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, will be held at the Lang Teaching, Learning & Event Center, 1140 Umpqua College Rd, Roseburg, OR 97470. The meeting will take place on April 2, 2026, at 6:00pm.

The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee.

A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after March 23, 2026, at the Umpqua Community College Library between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm or on the College website. https://umpqua.edu/about/governance-operations/business-services/budget-department/budget-documents-presentations/

Instructions for virtual access to the meeting and other meeting information can be found at https://umpqua.edu/about/governance-operations/governance/board-of-education/board-meetings/

For additional information, please contact the President’s Office, 541-440-4622.

Umpqua Community College Announces Pharmacy Transfer Partnership With Pacific University - 03/10/26

ROSEBURG, Ore. – Umpqua Community College (UCC) has launched a new partnership with Pacific University designed to help students pursue careers in pharmacy through a streamlined transfer pathway to a doctoral degree program.

Through the agreement, students at Umpqua Community College and Chemeketa Community College will be able to complete key pre-pharmacy coursework at their community college before continuing their education in Pacific University’s Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the university’s Hillsboro Campus.

The new pathway, launching Spring 2026, allows UCC students interested in pharmacy to prepare locally before transitioning into Pacific’s graduate program. Students will have the option to pursue either Pacific’s accelerated three-year PharmD program or its five-year extended pathway, which is designed to provide additional flexibility for students balancing work, family, or other responsibilities.

“This collaboration creates meaningful opportunities for our students to begin their journey toward a career in pharmacy right here at Umpqua Community College,” said Danielle Haskett, Chief Academic Officer at Umpqua Community College. “Working with Pacific University and Chemeketa Community College helps us build stronger educational pathways while supporting the growing demand for healthcare professionals across Oregon.”

Students who participate in the pharmacy pathway will gain early exposure to Pacific University’s School of Pharmacy through advising, professional engagement opportunities, and support during the application process. Eligible students may also participate in Pacific’s Jump Start Early Assurance Program, which offers conditional admission and early connections with faculty and program resources.

The initiative reflects a shared commitment among the institutions to make advanced healthcare education more accessible while strengthening Oregon’s workforce pipeline.

Pacific University has long been recognized for innovative pharmacy education. Its three-year Doctor of Pharmacy program, introduced in 2006, provides an accelerated route to entering the profession. The university later introduced a five-year extended PharmD pathway that allows students to maintain employment while completing their studies.

Demand for pharmacists continues to grow nationwide and across Oregon. Employment opportunities for pharmacists are expected to increase by 5 percent through 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, while the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis projects a shortage of nearly 5,000 pharmacists nationwide by 2036.

By establishing clear transfer pathways, Umpqua Community College aims to help more students pursue careers in healthcare while supporting the needs of communities throughout the region.

“UCC is dedicated to helping students move confidently from community college to advanced degrees and professional careers,” Haskett said. “This partnership provides a clear next step for students interested in pharmacy and reinforces our commitment to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.”

About Umpqua Community College
Umpqua Community College serves Douglas County and surrounding communities by providing accessible, high-quality education and workforce training. Located in Roseburg, Oregon, UCC offers transfer degrees, career and technical education programs, and lifelong learning opportunities that prepare students for university study, meaningful careers, and community leadership.

UCC Board Of Education Meeting - 03/09/26

The Umpqua Community College Board of Education will have a work session and regular board meeting on March 11, 2026. The work session will begin at 4:00pm in room 14 of Tapʰòytʰaʼ Hall (TAP) and the regular board meeting will begin at 5:00pm in TAP 17. Pertinent meeting information can be found at umpqua.edu/board-meetings.