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Reynolds Community College reports enrollment and retention gains, highlights workforce programs
Summary
At an informal Richmond City Council meeting, a representative of J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College reported double-digit enrollment growth, rising retention and credential completion, expansion of ESL services, a Toyota-certified automotive program and strong nursing exam pass rates. Council members asked for additional retention metrics.
At an informal Richmond City Council meeting, Dr. Pando, a representative of J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, told the council the college is seeing double-digit enrollment gains and improved student retention.
The update matters because Reynolds trains local workers and awards industry credentials that feed Richmond-area employers and community economic development efforts.
Dr. Pando said the college is “outpacing every single one of our peers in our system” with double-digit increases and emphasized retention and completion, not just…
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