RCC adds new administrator; School to hold financial aid event

Lisa Carlson (Courtesy photo)

ASHEBORO — Lisa Carlson is the new vice president of student services at Randolph Community College.

Carlson began her role this week, the school announced. She has more than 15 years in higher education leadership, according to information from RCC.

Carlson arrived from her most-recent assignment as associate vice president for student success at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology.

“As we continue to expand opportunities and remove barriers for our students, Lisa will play a key role in ensuring every student has the support they need to thrive,” RCC president Shah Ardalan said in a news release.

Carlson is completing a doctorate in educational leadership at University of South Dakota.

Financial aid info available

RCC will hold its fall Free Application for Federal Student Aid Day event from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 11 in rooms 106 and 108 of the Continuing Education and Industrial Center.

The event is open to all high school students, current college students, families and adult learners. Attendees will receive one-on-one guidance from trained professionals to complete and submit the FAFSA for the 2026-27 academic year. Participants who bring their 2024 tax documentation can begin the application process immediately.

The event will also feature refreshments and a giveaway for a Dell laptop. All who attend will be entered to win.

The event is free and open to the public. Attendees do not have to be enrolled in or looking to enroll in classes at RCC.