Rowan-Cabarrus Community College plans to pursue South Campus expansion despite bond defeat

College leaders say the need for additional classroom and workforce training space remains unchanged after voters reject $60 million bond proposal.

Aerial view of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s South Campus. Photo courtesy of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College.

This story was adapted from a Rowan-Cabarrus Community College news release.

The defeat of a $60 million bond referendum has dealt a setback to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s long-planned expansion of its South Campus in Concord, but college leaders say they remain committed to moving the project forward.