Marell, Morrow honored as Outstanding Educators

04/22/2026Marell, Morrow honored as Outstanding Educators Four individuals standing near table, two holding awards.

Anoka-Ramsey’s Josh Marell and Corinne Morrow were selected as Outstanding Educators at the 2026 Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence. Marell,...Awards and RecognitionCambridgeCoon RapidsFaculty and Staff202610/15/2025Anoka-Ramsey Community College Theatre presents Eurydice starting Nov. 7The play "Eurydice” reimagines the classic myth of Orpheus and Eurydice through the eyes of its heroine. On her wedding, Eurydice dies and hu...Coon RapidsTheatre2025Tuesday, April 8, 2025 9:00:00 PM PDTEnglish Dept. events to celebrate student writers with pair of eventsJoin Anoka-Ramsey Community College’s English Department to celebrate its Creative Writing program graduates and the release of the 2025 Rapids R...Creative Writing and EnglishUndergraduate Research202512/02/2025Take a break during Stress Less WeekTake a break during Stress Less Week, Dec. 8 to 12 Wrap up your semester with events designed to help you relax, recharge and connect. Check out a...CambridgeCoon RapidsLife at ARCCStudents202503/31/2025The President's Message - 2025 Anoka-Ramsey NewsletterIt is an exciting time at Anoka-Ramsey Community College! As spring semester winds down, many of our students are about to finish their degree prog...LeadershipNewsletter202505/14/2025Anoka-Ramsey high-power rocketry team readies for launch Five students stand in front of a presentation screen.

Five students stand in front of a presentation screen.

Five Anoka-Ramsey students are taking their engineering interests to new heights. The members of the college’s High-Power Rocketry Team will join t...STEMUndergraduate Research202504/29/2026Take a break with Refresh & Destress WeekAll Week Cambridge and Coon Rapids Campus Store Specials 10% off snacks and beverages, 20% off Anoka-Ramsey branded logo items (apparel and gifts)...Life at ARCCStudents202603/25/2026Join Anoka-Ramsey for STEM Alumni Day Hear from graduates from science, technology, engineering and math during an alumni panel and build connections during a networking reception. The...AlumniSTEMUndergraduate Research202610/28/2025Join Anoka-Ramsey for Science and Art Night Dec. 2trueCurious minds converge for an evening of interactive learning opportunities at Anoka-Ramsey's Science and Art Night. Step into a fast-paced eveni...CambridgeUndergraduate ResearchVisual Arts202506/25/2025Math Department recognized for partnership supporting adult learnersAnoka-Ramsey’s Math Department will be honored by the Literacy Action Network (LAN) for its long-standing partnership and contributions to th...Awards and RecognitionPartnershipsSTEM202504/06/2024Students Map New Gene, Publish Findings Two individuals in a lab setting, looking up from microscopes at camera.

Two individuals in a lab setting, looking up from microscopes at camera.

Students collaborated with undergraduate researchers through a nation-wide research network to identify a novel gene in fruit flies. Networks like...BiologyNewsletterUndergraduate Research202402/25/2026Jazz festival to welcome student musicians March 6 A community of musicians, including students from Anoka-Ramsey and area high schools, will come together on Anoka-Ramsey's Coon Rapids Campus on Fr...Life at ARCCMusicPartnerships2026Tuesday, October 14, 2025 9:00:00 PM PDTAnoka-Ramsey Welcomes Minnesota Secretary of State Simon Oct. 28Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon will visit Anoka-Ramsey's Cambridge Campus Tuesday, Oct. 28. He’ll discuss the importance of voting...CambridgeLife at ARCC202504/08/2025Anoka-Ramsey to celebrate undergraduate research, scholarshipAnoka-Ramsey Community College will host virtual and in-person events to mark its annual OSCARS (Outstanding Scholarship, Creative Activities and R...Undergraduate Research2025true04/30/2026Anoka-Ramsey Honors Outstanding Students of 2026 Collage of four photos from an academic awards ceremony showing groups and individuals holding certificates on a stage with red curtains and Anoka-Ramsey Community College branding.

Collage of four photos from an academic awards ceremony showing groups and individuals holding certificates on a stage with red curtains and Anoka-Ramsey Community College branding.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is proud to celebrate the academic and extra-curricular successes of its students during the 2025-2026 academic year...Awards and RecognitionStudents202603/31/2025Resources build healthy campus culture A person is crouched in front of a vibrant blue locker system labeled 'Anoka Community', seemingly interacting with it or retrieving items.

A person is crouched in front of a vibrant blue locker system labeled 'Anoka Community', seemingly interacting with it or retrieving items.

New virtual and on-campus resources are helping Anoka-Ramsey students find connection and support on their own terms. Kate Noelke is the Director...NewsletterStudents202508/14/2025Connexus Energy named gold sponsor of Rhythm of the RapidsAnoka-Ramsey Community College President Kent Hanson (far left) and Interim Vice President of Finance and Administration Norma Konschak (far right)...Foundation202506/11/2025Save the date for the 2nd annual Rhythm of the Rapids concert fundraiser undefined

Save the date for the 2nd annual Rhythm of the Rapids concert fun...Coon RapidsFoundation202506/03/2026Anoka-Ramsey Announces Spring 2026 Dean's ListTop students at Anoka-Ramsey Community College have earned special recognition on the spring 2026 dean's list. To make the dean’s list, students mu...Deans List202604/15/2025Anoka-Ramsey to celebrate class of 2025Join us in congratulating Anoka-Ramsey’s Class of 2025. Cambridge Commencement Friday, May 16, 2025 | 4:30 pmRichard G. Hardy Performing Arts Cente...Awards and RecognitionGraduation202503/31/2025Three sisters, three different transfer paths, all saving through PSEO Three individuals seated on a bench outdoors, smiling, with one in graduation attire. They are in a park-like setting with a structure resembling a bridge in the background.

Three individuals seated on a bench outdoors, smiling, with one in graduation attire. They are in a park-like setting with a structure resembling a bridge in the background.

Emily, Sophie and Anna Carlson all graduated from Blaine High School. While attending high school, each pursued the opportunity to enroll in the Po...AlumniNewsletterPSEO202512/14/2025Science and Art Night celebrates community, curiosity and creativity Four individuals are engaged in a discussion in front of a whiteboard covered with scientific diagrams

Four individuals are engaged in a discussion in front of a whiteboard covered with scientific diagrams

Anoka-Ramsey's Cambridge Campus hosted more than 100 students, faculty, staff and supporters Tuesday, Dec. 2. They gathered to celebrate our commun...CambridgeUndergraduate Research202504/15/2025Erickson recognized as outstanding educator Three individuals smiling and standing in front of a presentation screen at an academic event.

Three individuals smiling and standing in front of a presentation screen at an academic event.

Joe Erickson (right) pictured with Dean of Arts and Letters Hannah Oliha Donaldson and President Kent Hanson. Joe Erickson, English faculty at Anok...Awards and RecognitionCreative Writing and EnglishFaculty and Staff202505/12/2025Anoka-Ramsey students take home top honors at national conference Side by side photos featuring a total of three students winning awards.

Side by side photos featuring a total of three students winning awards.

trueAnoka-Ramsey students brought home honors from the 2025 Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida....Awards and RecognitionBusinessLife at ARCC202510/08/2025Enrollment increases at Anoka-Ramsey, Anoka Tech for fall 2025 Exterior of building featuring backs of individuals walking.

Exterior of building featuring backs of individuals walking.

For a third consecutive year, fall semester enrollment numbers at...CompletionEnrollmentNews202504/20/2025Kysar recognized nationally for community service in literatureAnoka-Ramsey Community College Creative Writing faculty member Kathryn Kysar received the 2025 prestigious George Garrett Award for Outstandi...Awards and RecognitionCreative Writing and EnglishFaculty and Staff202506/01/2025Anoka-Ramsey welcomes Dr. Jennifer Hodges as vice president of academic and student affairs Individual standing at base of staircase, smiling directly at camera

Individual standing at base of staircase, smiling directly at camera

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is proud to welcome Dr. Jennifer Hodges as its new Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. She began at the...Leadership202502/27/2026Anoka-Ramsey announces fall 2025 dean's listTop students at Anoka-Ramsey Community College have earned special recognition on the fall 2025 dean's list. To make the dean’s list, students must...Awards and RecognitionDeans List202605/01/2025Anoka-Ramsey’s Student Senate receives Star Campus designationAnoka-Ramsey’s Coon Rapids Student Senate received a Star Campus designation for the 2024-2025 school year. Student Senate received this awar...Awards and RecognitionLife at ARCCStudent Senate202507/23/2025Events set to honor ceramic artist, educator Three pieces of pottery

To celebrate and showcase the work of acclaimed American potter and educator Warren MacKenzie the Art Department at Anoka-Ramsey is hosting three e...Visual Arts202510/06/2025Foundations award fall semester scholarshipsDuring the fall 2025 semester, more than $84,000 in scholarship funds were awarded to Anoka-Ramsey students across both campuses. The Cambrid...AffordabilityFoundation202506/05/2025Anoka-Ramsey announces spring 2025 dean's listTop students at Anoka-Ramsey Community College have earned special recognition on the spring 2025 dean's list. To make the dean’s list, students mu...Deans List202507/08/2025Business Transfer Pathway student thrives with foundation support Individual seated at a table, using a laptop.

Individual seated at a table, using a laptop.

Hailey Wolkerstorfer ’25 began her education at Anoka-Ramsey Community College full-time as a junior in high school through the Post-Secondary Enro...BusinessCambridgeFoundationPSEOTransfer202507/30/2025Heather’s journey and the impact of giving Individual seated in front of laptop, smiling at camera.

Individual seated in front of laptop, smiling at camera.

Heather Tkach started at Anoka-Ramsey Community College as an adu...Foundation202507/22/2025Golden Rams host 3rd annual Anoka-Ramsey Athletics golf fundraiserJoin the Athletics Department for the 3rd annual Anoka-Ramsey Athletics Golf Fundraiser on August 18 at 10 am at the Green Haven Golf Course. Enjoy...Athletics202504/01/2025Minnesota Writers Series welcomes Ashley Shelby April 15 Person with short hair, leaning on their hand, smiling gently while sitting in a park.

Person with short hair, leaning on their hand, smiling gently while sitting in a park.

The Minnesota Writers Series on Anoka-Ramsey’s Cambridge Campus proudly presents novelist and short story writer Ashley Shelby. Shelby’s collection...CambridgeCreative Writing and English202503/26/2026College to host 10th annual OSCARS Anoka-Ramsey Community College will host virtual and in-person events to mark its 10th annual Outstanding Scholarly Creative Activities and Researc...Life at ARCCMusicTheatreUndergraduate ResearchVisual Arts202601/08/2026Celebrate spring semester during Welcome WeekStart spring semester right with Welcome Week activities. Check out a full list of events from Student Engagement and Activities and don’t miss Cam...CambridgeCoon RapidsLife at ARCCStudents202608/20/2025Anoka-Ramsey kicks off fall 2025 semester with Welcome WeekAnoka-Ramsey is delighted to welcome students back to campus with a week’s worth of opportunities to connect with food, giveaways and savings...Life at ARCC202504/02/2025Visual Arts Department presents 'Called to Create' student exhibitionAnoka-Ramsey Community College will showcase art created by talented students in the Called to Create exhibition, Thursday, March 10 through Friday...Visual Arts2025Monday, March 31, 2025 9:00:00 PM PDTSustainability Projects Brighten Anoka-Ramsey Landscapes Rows of solar panels in a field with light snow cover under a cloudy sky.

Rows of solar panels in a field with light snow cover under a cloudy sky.

New projects are changing the look of Anoka-Ramsey’s campuses in...Sustainability202512/02/2025Students present research at national conference Individuals standing in front of research posters

Individuals standing in front of research posters

Anoka-Ramsey students Jawana Albayati and Steph Powers joined scientists from across the country to present their research at the annual Entomology...BiologyUndergraduate Research202503/06/2026Theatre presents Spring Awakening starting April 10Spring Awakening follows a group of teenagers in 1890s Germany as they navigate strict societal expectations and the confusion of growing up. Wendl...Life at ARCCTheatre2026true03/31/2026Anoka-Ramsey to celebrate class of 2026 Five individuals, one in graduation robe, posing for photo in front of Anoka-Ramsey photo backdrop

Five individuals, one in graduation robe, posing for photo in front of Anoka-Ramsey photo backdrop

Join us in congratulating our class of 2026 with events in Cambridge and Coon Rapids. Cambridge Commencement Friday, May 15, 2026 | 4:30 pm Richard...CambridgeCoon RapidsGraduation202609/23/2025Celebrate Spirit Week 2025Show your Anoka-Ramsey school spirit Sept. 29 through Oct. 3 by participating in Spirit Week! Show your support for Golden Rams Athletics and get e...AthleticsLife at ARCC202510/23/2025Celebrate the season at Fall FestCelebrate the season with Fall Fest events in Cambridge and Coon Rapids Oct. 27 through Oct. 31. All Week Anoka-Ramsey merchandise 20% off at the C...Life at ARCC202505/07/2025Anoka-Ramsey recognizes 2025 outstanding studentsAnoka-Ramsey Community College is proud to celebrate the academic and extra-curricular successes of its students during the 2024-2025 academic year...Awards and RecognitionStudents2025true04/07/2026Stress Less with Counseling Services eventsAnoka-Ramsey Counseling Services is here to help our community learn ways to manage stress during Stress Awareness Month. Events Color with Counsel...CambridgeCoon RapidsLife at ARCCStudents2026true04/08/2026Minnesota Writers Series welcomes Emma Törzs Individual standing outside in denim shirt, smiling directly at camera

Individual standing outside in denim shirt, smiling directly at camera

The Minnesota Writers Series will welcome 2025-26 guest writer, Emma Törzs, to Anoka-Ramsey's Cambridge Campus Tuesday, April 14. The event is free...CambridgeCreative Writing and EnglishLife at ARCC202603/31/2025Anoka-Ramsey welcomes new leadersAnoka-Ramsey Community College is pleased to welcome new administrators to its campus community. Andy Aspaas, Interim STEM Dean Aspaas has be...Faculty and Staff202504/03/2025Anoka-Ramsey honored for sustainability efforts Nine individuals standing in lobby setting showcasing recognition document.

Nine individuals standing in lobby setting showcasing recognition document.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College was honored by the city of Coon Rapids for its sustainability efforts. The college was given an Earth Month Sustaina...Awards and RecognitionCoon RapidsSustainability2025true04/06/2026Enjoy Earth Month at Anoka-Ramsey solar panels sitting on sunny hill

Join Anoka-Ramsey's Sustainability Committee in celebrating Earth Month this April. Find a complete listing of events and opportunities below. All...Life at ARCCSustainability202610/02/2025Two Rivers Reading Series presents Kao Kalia Yang Oct. 29Anoka-Ramsey will host author Kao Kalia Yang for a reading and interview. Event Information Two Rivers Reading Series at Anoka-Ramsey Community Co...Creative Writing and English202504/03/2025Colleges name Norma Konschak as Interim Vice President of Finance and Administration Portrait of a professionally dressed individual with short hair, smiling at the camera against a plain white background.

Portrait of a professionally dressed individual with short hair, smiling at the camera against a plain white background.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College are pleased to announce Norma Konschak has been hired as the colleges’ Interim Vice Pres...Faculty and StaffLeadership202507/15/2025Anoka-Ramsey to celebrate 60 years Anoka-Ramsey 60th anniversary logo

During the 2025-2026 academic year, Anoka-Ramsey Community College will celebrate its 60th anniversary. Six decades in, the college continues its...AlumniNews2025