Ridgewater receives $20,000 grant from the Gene Haas Foundation
September 29, 2026
Up to $2,500 available per student enrolled in CNC programs and Machine Tool Technology.
News
Ridgewater Art Gallery hosting Distance B tween Us by Russell M. Hamilton
September 28, 2026
New art exhibit on display in the Willmar Campus Gallery from October 5 through November 6.
Ridgewater Announces Tyler Hebrink as New Athletic Coordinator
August 17, 2026
Head baseball coach and athletic instructor transitions to new role.
Chief Trevor Berger Memorial Scholarship Established at the Ridgewater College Foundation
August 12, 2026
A $10k endowed scholarship was presented to Ridgewater College in the late Atwater police chief's name.
Ridgewater Phi Theta Kappa Advisors Receive Regional and International Recognition
July 23, 2026
Advisors and students of the Beta Eta Chi Chapter earn multiple awards for dedicated service and engagement.
Ridgewater Earns Hunger Free Campus Designation from Minnesota State
July 21, 2026
The college will receive extra funding to continue providing access to food, basic needs, and community resources for the 2026-27 academic year.
Ridgewater Announces Morgan Flann as New Head Softball Coach
July 6, 2026
Assistant Coach Flann replaces former head coach for 2026-2027 season.
Ridgewater Students Excel in SkillsUSA Contests
April 29, 2026
Four welding students qualified for a June national competition in Atalanta, GA.
Cheryl Norman Named President of Ridgewater College
April 22, 2026
Dr. Norman will succeed Craig Johnson as president on July 1 following his retirement.
Ridgewater Theatre to Present “King Ed” May 7-9 in Willmar
April 21, 2026
A tragic comedy about a king trying to save his city from destruction written by director Matt Hegdahl.
Finalists Named for Ridgewater College President
March 19, 2026
Presidential candidates will be visiting Hutchinson and Willmar campuses March 23-26.
Ridgewater College President Craig Johnson Honored with Michael Bennett Lifetime Achievement Award
March 16, 2026
PTK will present an award honoring retiring college presidents to Dr. Johnson on March 27.