The ceremony was led by Kristine Di Memmo, RCC VP of Business Services, and featured remarks from RCCD Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac, RCC President Claire Oliveros, Riverside City Councilmember Philip Falcone, and other distinguished speakers. The ribbon-cutting included Janet Lehr, Chair of the Computer Information Systems department, and Laneshia Judon, Chair of the Business and Law department, who were surrounded by their fellow faculty, students, District and college administrators, and community leaders.

 

The building originally housed the Life and Physical Sciences departments. The renovation project budget was $38.1 million, funded by Measure C and other state and local resources. It involved a seismic retrofit, modernized interior spaces, and state-of-the-art facilities, including a mock courtroom and advanced computer labs for students pursuing careers in cyber defense and law. The redesign came from 19six Architects and reconstruction was done by CW Driver and Soltek Pacific.

 

The building has achieved Gold LEED Certification, showcasing the District's commitment to sustainability and its climate action goals and objectives. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification provides a framework for creating healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings that deliver environmental, social, and governance benefits.

 

The grand opening marked a significant milestone in RCC’s ongoing efforts to enhance the student experience and continue being a cornerstone of educational excellence in the region.