As a first-generation college student and a former community college student herself, Laurel Ridge Community College President Kim Blosser cares deeply about community college education, particularly in her native Page County.
Laurel Ridge Community College Campus Police Officer Sandy Seabaugh arrived at the college a few courses short of her associate degree. Under the guidance of Chief Jay Roy, she is working on her doctorate now.
Retired Page County Public Schools Suprintendent Donna Whitley-Smith is now serving on Laurel Ridge Community College’s Educational Foundation Board. She says the college brings hope and opportunity to the rural community of Page County.
Dr. Rekha Parameswaran came to Laurel Ridge to launch its Physical Therapist Assistant Program, a satellite of Germanna Community College’s PTA program. Now, she is helming the program as it becomes an independent, accredited program provider.
Laurel Ridge Community College Math Professor Tammy Racer eagerly sought a job teaching Luray and Page County residents even before the college’s Luray-Page County Center opened.
Laurel Ridge Community College’s Luray-Page County Center makes higher education more attainable for the rural community, says Manager Judy Suddith.
Cindy Henry enrolled at Laurel Ridge Community College’s Luray-Page County Center following the closure of the manufacturing plant where she had worked for 10 years. After graduating, she spent nearly 18 years as a Laurel Ridge employee.
Laurel Ridge Community College trades technician Randy Derby has spent the final third of his career working with people who care about each other and about our students.
Laurel Ridge Community College’s 2025 Distinguished Adjunct Faculty Award recipient Dr. Tarren Smarr has a long list of academic credentials to her name.
When he first came to Laurel Ridge Community College more than 40 years ago, Page Campbell had no idea he would finish his career as a campus police officer.
Laurel Ridge Community College TRiO office specialist Lisa Brumback is the recipient of the 2025 Disgtinguished Part-Time Classified Staff Award.
Laurel Ridge Community College administrative assistant Emma Hott is the 2025 Distinguished Classified Staff Award recipient.
