Two Redlands Community College leaders were recently recognized at the International Women’s Award Banquet. The banquet, hosted by the United Nations Association USA Oklahoma City Chapter in collaboration with Happy World Foundation, Inc., brought diverse communities together to celebrate women’s achievements and leadership.
Chosen for exemplifying leadership, resilience, and service through their professional achievements and contributions to their communities, President Jena Marr and Professor Cherry Rain were among 22 women honored with the Women of Impact Award 2026.
“It’s a privilege to be honored with Cherry and these accomplished women,” said Marr. “Everyone is such a great example for future successful women entering the workforce, and I’m proud that Cherry and I could be that example for Redlands students.”
Marr, Redlands Community College’s first woman president, has remained dedicated to higher education for the past 25 years. Her leadership has promoted accessible, successful, and engaged communities to pursue higher education in urban and rural areas.
Rain was honored for her academic contributions at Redlands Community College as a professor of Political Science, Redlands’ national-qualifying Academic Bowl Coach, and Student Organizations Coordinator. She also volunteers with multiple community service efforts in her local area.