Three Rivers Community College fans everywhere are invited to wear Raider Gold and Black for the fifth annual national College Colors Day.

Three Rivers students, alumni, employees and fans are encouraged to wear Raider Gold and Black this Friday, Sept. 4 for College Colors Day.  College Colors Day is an annual celebration dedicated to promote the traditions and spirit that make the college experience great by encouraging people across America to wear apparel of their favorite college throughout the day of Friday, Sept. 4.

"We encourage everyone to celebrate the great Three Rivers Raider spirit," said Three Rivers President Dr. Devin Stephenson. "We have much to celebrate at Three Rivers, and we are looking forward to exciting seasons from our Raiders men's and women's teams."

College Colors day coincides with the start of the fall semester and the kick-off of Three Rivers intercollegiate athletics. The annual Meet the Raiders night will be Monday, Sept. 14. All Raiders fans are invited to a fun evening or meeting this year's women's and men's Three Rivers athletic teams.

College Colors Day is to advocate higher education through increased public awareness and to celebrate the achievements of colleges and universities.

At Three Rivers Community College, student success is the first priority. A wide variety of academic and workforce programs are offered by Three Rivers on the main campus in Poplar Bluff, at full-service centers throughout the region and through online learning opportunities. For additional information on classes or registration procedures at Three Rivers visit the new College website at www.trcc.edu or call toll-free 1-877-TRY-TRCC (1-877-879-8722).