College of the Siskiyous Statement on Roseburg Weed Veneer Plant Closure

The College of the Siskiyous (Siskiyous) community shares in the profound sadness and concern regarding the difficult news of the Roseburg Weed veneer plant closure. This facility has been a cornerstone of employment and a vital part of the Weed community for decades, and we recognize the significant impact this decision will have on the affected employees and their families.

Siskiyous is deeply committed to supporting our community members through this transition. We understand that finding new employment can be a challenging process, and we are mobilizing our resources to provide immediate and dedicated career and job search assistance for all impacted Roseburg employees.

Our support services are designed to help workers translate their valuable skills and experience into new career paths, whether that involves retraining, certification, or direct job placement assistance.

• What: The Next Chapter: Unlocking Your Career Potential
• When: Friday, December 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Focus: The event will feature FREE:
  • Cover letter, resume and interviewing tips and guidance
  • Career assessment
  • Employer networking opportunity
  • Complimentary lunch for all attendees
• Location: College of the Siskiyous Weed Campus: 800 College Ave. Weed, CA. Academic Success Center (Building 2).

We urge all affected employees to attend this important event. It is a critical opportunity to connect directly with employers and receive practical career development tools to navigate the next step in your professional life.

College of the Siskiyous stands ready to support our neighbors. For additional information or inquiries, please contact the Public Relations Office at pio@siskiyous.edu or (530) 938-5373.

In Solidarity,
Char Perlas PD, MPA, MS
Superintendent/President