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Norco College Advances Kinesiology Education with Facility Groundbreaking

Norco College celebrated a milestone on Thursday, August 21, 2025, with the groundbreaking of the Center for Human Performance and Kinesiology (CHPK), a Measure CC-funded project designed to advance student learning, wellness, and community engagement. The 56,000-square-foot, two-story facility will link the college’s upper and lower campuses while welcoming the community to engage in athletic, wellness, and academic activities.

Rocketry Team Takes Second Place in National Hybrid and Liquid Rocketry Competition

The Norco College Rocketry team earned second place in its altitude category at the 2025 FAR-OUT rocketry competition, marking another historic milestone for the college’s growing aerospace program. Organized by the Friends of Amateur Rocketry (FAR), this annual competition is dedicated exclusively to student-built hybrid and liquid rockets.

Norco Music Celebrates 15 Years with Hall of Fame Launch

2025 marked a milestone for Norco College’s award-winning music program: 15 years of excellence in fostering artists, innovators, and leaders in the music industry. To commemorate this legacy, Norco Music proudly introduced the Norco Music Hall of Fame—a new digital tribute honoring 24 standout alumni who continue to make their mark on the world.

Middle College Program Marks Record Growth in Dual Diploma Graduates

Norco College Middle College is marking a historic achievement this spring with 105 students graduating with both a high school diploma and an associate degree—a 15% increase from last year. This record-breaking class reflects the program’s growing impact and its commitment to expanding college access for high school students.

Breaking Barriers: DualEnroll.com Expands Access for Norco College Students

Norco College’s dual enrollment success took center stage at the California Coalition of Early and Middle Colleges (CCEMC), where our presentation titled "Breaking Barriers: How DualEnroll.com Enhances Access at Norco College" highlighted the program’s remarkable growth.

Data Science Students Triumph at ASA NYC-Metro Digital Health AI Hackathon

A talented group of Norco College data science students claimed the top prize in the Digital Health mini-hackathon held as part of the American Statistical Association (ASA) New York City Metro Area Chapter’s inaugural Artificial Intelligence Workshop NYC on July 20, 2025.

College Pre-Engineering Students Gain Hands-On Experience at Panasonic Avionics

Norco College students majoring in pre-engineering and electronics took part in a two-hour tour of Panasonic Avionics Corporation in Irvine. The hands-on experience gave students a firsthand look at careers in engineering, computer programming, electronics, mathematics, and drafting — core areas of Norco College’s STEM programs.

A Launchpad for Dreams: Norco College Propels Family to STEM Success

For Harsha Antony, hands-on learning and access to real-world opportunities made all the difference. Through Norco College, she participated in NASA’s Community College Aerospace Scholars Program, which allowed her to spend a week at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. This experience solidified her ambition to contribute to space exploration.