Spring 2025 Open House
Kickstart an exciting career or take your education to the next level! Join us on March 29 to see how our cutting-edge programs can unlock your potential. Whether you're finishing high school or exploring new career paths, this is your chance to experience RDP campus life.
Meet our expert faculty and discover programs that match your interests and career goals. Step into real labs and workshops where students bring their learning to life.
Explore RDP
Success isn't just about classes – it's about having the right support. Connect with our student services teams to learn about:
- Scholarships & financial aid opportunities
- Career planning & job placement services
- Health and wellness resources
- Campus dining & residence options
While you're here, access these free activities!
- Campus parking (designated lots)
- Apply for Fall 2025
- Guided campus tours
- Lunch at the Farside (while supplies last)
- Interactive demonstrations & labs
- One-on-one conversations with faculty
- Swag & door prize draws
Start at our main entrance, where our welcome team will guide you to the programs and services that interest you most.
Don't miss this chance to see why students choose RDP to launch their careers. Start your success story here!
Open House Activities
Campus Services Available
Starbucks | 8 AM - 2 PM
Campus Store | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free lunch at the Farside | 11 AM (while supplies last)
General Information Sessions & Application Support
- 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Free Applications in the Library (for credit programs only)
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Funding and Scholarships
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - From Application to the First Day...and Everything in Between
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Funding and Scholarships
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Why RDP? Programs, Services and Answers to Your Most Asked Questions
Program-Specific Sessions
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Drop-in
- Science Lab demonstrations | Biology – Room 1401, Chemistry – Room 1411
- Health and Wellness Simulation Lab tour | Room 1322
- Visual Arts tours starting from the Creative Arts booth
9:30 AM
- Engineering Technology tours | Room 1330
- Life and Employment Skills for Independence (LESI) | Room 1330
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Every 30 minutes
- Engineering Technology program tour starting from the Trades booth
10:00 AM
- Health Care Aide Certificate program presentation | Room 1330
- Network Administration Professional Diploma presentation | Room 1330
10:30 AM
- Software Development Professional Diploma presentation | Room 1330
11:00 AM
- Accounting Technician Professional Certificate presentation | Room 1330
Trades & Apprenticeship Sessions
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Every 30 minutes
Program tours starting from the Trades booth
- Mechanical Trades
- Automotive Service, Heavy Equipment, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Parts Technician & Locksmith
- Construction Trades
- Carpenter, Electrician, Plumber
- Pipe Trades/Welding
- Gasfitter, Plumber, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Welder
- Culinary/Cook