Kaaz Garrett: From Laurel Ridge to Thailand and on to a career with the United Nations
After earning her associate degree from Laurel Ridge, Kaaz Garrett went on to study in Asia, and is helping victims of human trafficking.
Trades Academy graduate accepted into prestigious The Apprentice School
Rappahannock County High School graduate Jared Loving thinks his time spent at the Trades Academy at Laurel Ridge Community College was instrumental in his getting into the prestigious Apprentice School.
Health Professions commencement speaker Dayana Portillo proud to graduate from challenging RN program
Laurel Ridge Community College Health Professions commencement speaker Dayana Portillo is proud of her success in the college’s Registered Nursing Program.
Campus Police Investigator Steve Crisman was also a Laurel Ridge student
Laurel Ridge Community College Police Investigator Steve Crisman has strong ties to the college.
Mary Herter Nelson is Laurel Ridge Community College’s 2026 Outstanding Graduate for the Middletown Campus
Mary Herter Nelson blossomed after arriving at Laurel Ridge Community College, so much so that she is the 2026 Outstanding Graduate for the Middletown Campus.
2026 graduate Monica Thompson conquers fear of public speaking to give commencement address
Monica Thompson in the 2026 commencement speaker for Laurel Ridge Community College despite having a fear of public speaking until recently.
Fauquier Campus Outstanding Graduate will make the world a better place
Maria Eugenia Valle is the 2026 Laurel Ridge Community College Fauquier Campus Outstanding Graduate.
National Anthem singer Jamal Plummer sings Laurel Ridge’s praises
2026 Laurel Ridge graduate Jamal Plummer will be singing the National Anthem at commencement for the second straight year.
Foss and Margaret Smith: Generous donors support dual-enrollment students
Margaret and Foss Smith have given generously to Laurel Ridge Community College’s Educational Foundation.
Laurel Ridge grad Katie Borland rocketing to career success
Laurel Ridge Community College graduate Katie Borland has a thrilling career at Blue Origin after earning a degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Virginia.