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Attendees at CHC's Fundraising Gala 2025
August 21, 2026

Crafton Hills College Foundation Opens Outstanding Alumni Nominations, Announces Bright Nights, Brighter Futures Fundraiser

The Crafton Hills College Foundation is now accepting nominations for its Outstanding Alumni Award and inviting the community to its annual fundraiser, Bright Nights, Brighter Futures, on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Christian Brandes
August 20, 2026

Crafton Hills College Respiratory Care Student Selected for The SHIFT: Season 2

From July 31 through August 2, Crafton Hills College (CHC) Respiratory Care student Christian Brandes visited Texas for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: competing in The SHIFT: Season 2, a reality competition focused on respiratory care.

Veronica Arrowood and Dan Word
August 17, 2026

Two Crafton Hills College Leaders Elected to CCCAOE Board of Directors

Two Crafton Hills College leaders have been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the California Community College Association for Occupational Education (CCCAOE), recognizing their commitment to advancing career education and student success across the state.

Vocational Nurse Program Students
August 12, 2026

Crafton Hills College Launches Vocational Nurse Program, Expanding Pathways into High-Demand Healthcare Careers

Crafton Hills College has rolled out a new Vocational Nurse (VN) Program, expanding the college's healthcare education offerings and creating a direct pathway into one of the region's most in-demand professions.

Amanda Barnum
August 10, 2026

From Crafton to a Career in American Sign Language

When Amanda Barnum graduated from Crafton Hills College with associate degrees in American Sign Language and History, she had already discovered a passion for serving others through communication.

Student Conducting Summer Research
August 5, 2026

A $60 Bus Pass, A Lifetime of Impact: How Donor Support Kept Two Future Physicians on Track

This summer, two students in Crafton Hills College's Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program, Orume Igbako and Luis Castillo Gonzalez, spent their days immersed in microbiology research thanks to the generosity of CHC Foundation donors.

Participants at RUSD Professional Development Meeting
August 3, 2026

Redlands Unified School District Leadership Team Visits Crafton Hills College

Crafton Hills College (CHC) welcomed Redlands Unified School District (RUSD) administrators to campus on July 29–30 for the district’s annual All-Management Professional Development Meeting, held in the Barbara L. Smith Event Center.