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Riletta Twyne Cream Learning Theater dedicated in Camden

November 1, 2019

(Camden, NJ) – Camden County College named the learning theater in the Camden Conference Center in memory of Freeholder and legendary educator Riletta Twyne Cream.

Educators at dedication to Riletta Twyne Cream
“I had the privilege to serve on the Freeholder Board with Riletta Cream and have firsthand knowledge of the passion and dedication she put into everything she did,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Edward T. McDonnell, liaison to Camden County College. “Whether it be improving educational opportunities as an educator, or improving county facilities in her role as freeholder, Riletta Cream had a strong and lasting impact on Camden County and its residents.”

A native of Camden City, Riletta Twyne Cream devoted her time, talents and energy to improving education in the city working as a teacher, supervisor and elementary school principal before serving as the principal of Camden High School from 1972 to 1987.

She continued to champion Camden’s students after her retirement from education by establishing the Riletta Cream Scholarship Fund in 1989. The scholarship supported the higher education goals of students from Camden, Woodrow Wilson, Brimm Medical Arts and Creative Arts High Schools.
In 1994, she was appointed to the Camden County Board of Freeholders, a position she held for five consecutive three-year terms. She served as a liaison to the Department of Buildings and Operations as well as the Department of Education.

Upon her retirement from the Freeholder Board in 2011, she donated the remaining monies of the scholarship fund, totaling more than $104,000, to the Camden County College Foundation to benefit students throughout Camden County. The established endowment ensures that the Riletta Cream Scholarship Fund will continue in perpetuity.

“To acknowledge the contributions of this champion of education, legendary principal and dedicated public servant, Camden County College is proud to honor her legacy with the naming of the Riletta Twyne Cream Learning Theater,” said Camden County College President Donald A. Borden. “Since 2011, the Riletta Cream Scholarship Fund has provided scholarships to 32 Camden County College students from across the county. Her gift will continue to provide educational opportunities for Camden County College students for years to come.”

At her passing, Freeholder Cream left a bequest to the Camden County College Foundation, totaling more than $97,000, to support the Foundation’s efforts to bring affordable and accessible education to all students in Camden County.

The dedication also served as the official launch of the Camden County College Foundation’s Bricks to Buildings fundraising campaign. From placing an engraved brick on campus to naming a building, a sponsor can leave a lasting legacy and provide for students.

The 1800-square-foot Riletta Twyne Cream Learning Theater contains 175 seats and can be used for lectures, graduation ceremonies and special events at the college. It is also available for private event rentals. For more information, please visit www.camdencc.edu

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CCC Foundation Congratulates Scholarship Recipients

September 10, 2019

On August 28, the Foundation hosted over 50 scholarship recipients, primarily incoming high school graduates, at a luncheon to meet college staff and scholarship donors. The scholarship recipients included recipients of the William G. Rohrer Scholarship for High School Students, the William G. Rohrer Transfer Scholarship (for CCC graduates), the Kathleen Brelsford Scholarship for Dental Assisting and the recently established President’s Most Improved Scholarship for High School Students. The President’s Most Improved Scholarship provides a scholarship to a high school graduate from every Camden County high school, through funding from the Otto & Leah Mauke Educational Foundation

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Camden County College Foundation Gala Raises $87000

March 8, 2019


The Camden County College Foundation Gala held on March 1 raised $87,000 for the student scholarship fund. More than 275 attendees enjoyed the sights, sounds and flavors of Mardi Gras as the Connector Building Atrium was transformed into New Orleans by our talented staff and partner vendors. In addition to recognizing CCC employees that achieved career milestones, we presented the former Mayor of the City of Camden Dana Redd and Freeholder Jeff Nash with the Presidential Impact Award. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Foundation and College community, we thank you for your attendance, donations and support that made the gala a tremendous success.

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Eclectic Environs

March 8, 2019

Eclectic Environs

The Marlin Gallery is proud to present Eclectic Environs, an exhibition of the works of Phil Rychert an artist who has served as the Art Technician at Camden County College for twenty years. He will retire this coming June. The exhibition is open Monday through Thursday, 12:30 to 4 p.m. through April 4.

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NFL Star Vance Johnson Shares Inspirational Story

March 8, 2019

Former NFL star Vance Johnson Former NFL star Vance Johnson shared his inspirational story of hope and courage with students at the Blackwood and Camden Campuses of Camden County College on February 26. Johnson rose to the top of the NFL in the late 80’s with the Denver Broncos and then fell from grace and almost died from his struggle with alcohol and opioid addiction. His message “Hope after Dope” is aimed at inspiring individuals to become champions on and off the field.

Filed Under: Camdencc News, Community Events, Events, Faculty & Staff News, Outreach

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Association of Community College Trustees National Legislative Summit

March 8, 2019


Camden County College President Donald Borden, Board of Trustee Member Helen Albright Troxell, U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) and Board of Trustee Member Anthony Maressa met during the Association of Community College Trustees National Legislative Summit on Feb. 12. The annual summit is the premier community college advocacy event in Washington, DC, bringing together more than 1,000 community college leaders. The event shines a spotlight on the importance of our nation’s community colleges for Congress and the Administration.

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Community Events

December 6, 2018

Phi Theta Kappa students sponsored “Snack Packs for Chemo” on November 14. Students assembled gift bags for cancer patients as a community service project.


Over 35 of our international students from 25 different countries volunteered to participate and perform at International Day on October 13. Students from 75 different countries are pursuing their education at CCC.


The Visual Arts Department hosted Glass Flame Working Demonstrations by internationally recognized glass artist David Graeber on October 7. The demonstrations are part of the Visual Art Lecture and Workshop Series funded by the Cultural and Heritage Commission of Camden County.

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