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U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Deliver COCC's Commencement Address
U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Deliver COCC's Commencement Address Oct. 17, 2024

U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer will serve as commencement speaker at Central Oregon Community College's (COCC) graduation ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, at the Bend campus's Mazama Field. A reception follows the ceremony; tickets are not required for guests.

Exploring Science, Impacting the World
Exploring Science, Impacting the World Sep. 17, 2024

A range of science disciplines, from biology to physics to chemistry, propel students into inspiring careers

Murdock Trust Grants $500K to
Murdock Trust Grants $500K to "Growing Together" Campaign July 16, 2024

Funding will support new Madras building's health care training wing for nursing, certified nursing assistant and medical assistant programs

COCC Awarded $2.2 Million for High School Equivalency Program
COCC Awarded $2.2 Million for High School Equivalency Program July 10, 2024

Federally funded program is designed to help migrant and seasonal farm workers and family members earn their general education development (GED) certificate

First Nations Student Union Fosters Connection
First Nations Student Union Fosters Connection July 8, 2024

Oregon Public Broadcasting covers club's part in COCC's broader commitment to creating inclusive spaces

Transfer Degree Offered at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution
Transfer Degree Offered at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution July 2, 2024

COCC is first community college invited to join national college-in-prison consortium, program featured in OPB report

President Chesley Signals Retirement for 2025
President Chesley Signals Retirement for 2025 June 27, 2024

Dr. Laurie Chesley has announced plans to step down from her role and retire next June; a candidate search will commence this fall

Breaking Ground on Madras Campus Growth
Breaking Ground on Madras Campus Growth June 24, 2024

Board approves sale of gifted Miller lumberyard to Jefferson County, authorizes contract with Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company

Grant from Roundhouse Foundation Ensures Rural Youth Access to COCC Camps
Grant from Roundhouse Foundation Ensures Rural Youth Access to COCC Camps June 12, 2024

More than 200 rural youth will receive free or partially paid access to 20 of COCC's hands-on summer Youth Camps

COCC Adds EV-Charging Infrastructure in Bend, Prineville
COCC Adds EV-Charging Infrastructure in Bend, Prineville May 13, 2024

A nearly $112,000 grant from the Oregon Clean Fuels Program and Pacific Power brings new electric vehicle-charging stations to Central Oregon

Fun COCC Summer Camps Designed for Youth, Adults
Fun COCC Summer Camps Designed for Youth, Adults May 3, 2024

Community Education's summer programming sparks discovery with immersive experiences — register now!

Applications Open for Summer Symposiums
Applications Open for Summer Symposiums May 1, 2024

Offered free for regional high school Latinx, Native American and Afrocentric students and their allies, these June programs provide college exposure

Three COCC Students Selected for All-Oregon Academic Team
Three COCC Students Selected for All-Oregon Academic Team April 11, 2024

Students will be honored at an Oregon Community College Association event in Salem on April 19

Meal of the Year Marks 45th Anniversary
Meal of the Year Marks 45th Anniversary March 11, 2024

The COCC Foundation's milestone event will also honor the Miller family of Bend for their longtime support

One Thousand New Child Care Spots -- and Counting
One Thousand New Child Care Spots -- and Counting March 5, 2024

Working with NeighborImpact, COCC has designed a free business training program that's bringing vital child care to Oregon

COCC Instructor, Nursing Grad Team Up for Published Research
COCC Instructor, Nursing Grad Team Up for Published Research Feb. 14, 2024

The public health study, centered on a community college dataset, is featured in American Journal of Health Studies

Roundhouse Foundation Gifts $300K to Help Grow COCC Madras
Roundhouse Foundation Gifts $300K to Help Grow COCC Madras Feb. 8, 2024

"Growing Together" fundraising campaign receives major support for college's long-planned Madras campus expansion

Central Oregon Builders Association Honors COCC
Central Oregon Builders Association Honors COCC Jan. 25, 2024

Award recognizes the College's vital partnership role in construction workforce development

COCC Holds First-ever
COCC Holds First-ever "State of the College" Address Jan. 25, 2024

Watch a recording of the event which shared the College's priorities, goals and actions

Food When it's Needed
Food When it's Needed Jan. 16, 2024

Read in The Bulletin how COCC and NeighborImpact are collaborating to confront food insecurity issues for students

Bringing Help to
Bringing Help to "Meals on Wheels" Dec. 11, 2023

Central Oregon Daily shares the story of how COCC Automotive Technology students fixed up, gifted an SUV to the Council on Aging food program

Season of Nonviolence Schedule Announced
Season of Nonviolence Schedule Announced Dec. 6, 2023

Held mid-January through early April, commemoration will feature an engaging lineup, including notable activists, New York Times-bestselling authors

Sustainability Coordinator Receives Regional Award
Sustainability Coordinator Receives Regional Award Nov. 9, 2023

Noelle Bell Copley named a 2023 Sustainability Award honoree by the Environmental Center

$1 Million Gift to Help Transform COCC Madras
$1 Million Gift to Help Transform COCC Madras Nov. 7, 2023

Madras campus expansion moves closer to its fundraising goal thanks to an incredible gift from the JTMF Foundation

Creating a Space for the Love of Singing
Creating a Space for the Love of Singing Oct. 12, 2023

Ken Piarulli, Redmond choir director, profiled in the Oct. 11 edition of the Source

Small Business Series Kindles Community for Entrepreneurs
Small Business Series Kindles Community for Entrepreneurs Oct. 2, 2023

Monthly “Community Building Community” series will offer sessions that combine skill-building, strategizing and a social space

Mapping Innovation Earns Instructor Academic Accolades
Mapping Innovation Earns Instructor Academic Accolades Sep. 26, 2023

Patrick Kennelly, Ph.D., receives honor from The British Cartographic Society

Double-Digit Enrollment Jump as Fall Term Begins
Double-Digit Enrollment Jump as Fall Term Begins Sep. 19, 2023

COCC is currently set to begin the new academic year with an 11.1% increase from 2022 in credit-seeking headcount

Program Manager Receives National Trailblazer Award
Program Manager Receives National Trailblazer Award Sep. 11, 2023

Kathryn Brown, who leads COCC's child care business accelerator program, honored by America's Small Business Development Center Network

COCC Introduces New Community Health Certificate
COCC Introduces New Community Health Certificate Aug. 28, 2023

College offers one-year certificate in community health; first of its kind in Oregon, program featured in KTVZ's Sept. 5 broadcast

COCC's Impact on the Central Oregon Economy
COCC's Impact on the Central Oregon Economy Aug. 15, 2023

A new study demonstrates the transformative value and benefits that COCC generates for the regional economy

Jefferson County, COCC Boosted by $4 Million in Lottery Revenue for Madras Campus Build-Out
Jefferson County, COCC Boosted by $4 Million in Lottery Revenue for Madras Campus Build-Out Aug. 8, 2023

COCC and Jefferson County are a major step closer to realizing a long-planned expansion project for the Madras campus

Jefferson County Leader Elected to Steer COCC Board
Jefferson County Leader Elected to Steer COCC Board Aug. 8, 2023

The COCC board of directors at its July meeting elected Joe Krenowicz of Madras to serve as chairperson for the 2023-24 year

COCC Students Can Apply for Share of $1.9 Million in Foundation Scholarships
COCC Students Can Apply for Share of $1.9 Million in Foundation Scholarships Aug. 7, 2023

The COCC Foundation is awarding $1.9 million in scholarships for the coming 2023-24 academic year - marking an all-time high for the college's scholarship fund

Applications Open for COCC's Small Business Management Program
Applications Open for COCC's Small Business Management Program Aug. 7, 2023

COCC's Small Business Development Center is now accepting applications for its popular Small Business Management Program.

Automotive Tech Innovator Named Educator of the Year
Automotive Tech Innovator Named Educator of the Year July 27, 2023

Ken Mays receives honor from National Science Foundation's High Impact Technology Exchange Conference

Discoveries in the Jungles of Indonesia
Discoveries in the Jungles of Indonesia July 26, 2023

COCC's unique research-based study abroad program is featured in the July 20 issue of The Bulletin

National Book Recognition includes Four COCC Educators
National Book Recognition includes Four COCC Educators July 18, 2023

Featured in a published collection of equity-centered college processes, co-authors are part of award from Council of Writing Program Administrators

Helping College Students Thrive
Helping College Students Thrive July 11, 2023

COCC offers a raft of resources and programs for students in need, supported by some key community partnerships

COCC Awarded Prestigious National Endowment for the Humanities Grant
COCC Awarded Prestigious National Endowment for the Humanities Grant June 13, 2023

Chandler Lecture Series program will use funding to develop and host humanities-focused presentations for students and the community

Vet Tech Director Receives Statewide Honor
Vet Tech Director Receives Statewide Honor June 12, 2023

The Oregon Veterinary Technician and Assistant Association awards Beth Palmer its Veterinary Technician of the Year Award

Campus Tours Explore Life at COCC
Campus Tours Explore Life at COCC June 7, 2023

To see the Wickiup Residence Hall up close, sign up for a Bend campus tour, or tour the Redmond, Madras or Prineville campuses by scheduling a visit

COCC Welcomes New Vice President
COCC Welcomes New Vice President June 6, 2023

Michael LaLonde, former CEO at Deschutes Brewery, assumes role of vice president of finance and operations

National Science Foundation Awards $3 Million to COCC
National Science Foundation Awards $3 Million to COCC June 5, 2023

Funding will support College's leading part in a national effort to ramp up electric vehicle technician training

Register Now for Summer Learning Camps
Register Now for Summer Learning Camps May 3, 2023

Community Education’s summer programming sparks discovery for kids — and adults! — with immersive, inspiring experiences

Four Students Selected for All-Oregon Academic Team
Four Students Selected for All-Oregon Academic Team April 12, 2023

Students will be honored April 21 at the Oregon Community College Association’s Academic Team event in Salem

Senators Wyden, Merkley Announce $596K for COCC Veterans Center
Senators Wyden, Merkley Announce $596K for COCC Veterans Center April 5, 2023

Funding to expand Student Veterans Resource Center and veteran-specific academic, mental health and other outreach services

Previewing College with a Cultural Lens
Previewing College with a Cultural Lens April 5, 2023

For Latinx, Native American and Black high schoolers, COCC’s summer programs provide academic closeups with a focus on heritage

The Oregonian Spotlights COCC's Oregon Promise Success
The Oregonian Spotlights COCC's Oregon Promise Success March 23, 2023

Article in the March 19 edition of The Oregonian explores the unique success of state education grant at COCC

Cory Darling Named Director of Campus Safety and Emergency Management
Cory Darling Named Director of Campus Safety and Emergency Management March 15, 2023

Former Sunriver Police chief brings a 35-year career in law enforcement, with a focus on training, crisis intervention and emergency preparedness

Meal of the Year Returns for COCC Scholarships
Meal of the Year Returns for COCC Scholarships March 7, 2023

Tabled since 2020 due to the pandemic, the COCC Foundation’s cornerstone fundraiser returns April 8

Redmond Campus Cheers 25th Anniversary
Redmond Campus Cheers 25th Anniversary Feb. 23, 2023

COCC commemorates a quarter century of providing higher education, enrichment in Redmond with events on March 9 and May 19

Getting Ready for a Fall-start Cohort
Getting Ready for a Fall-start Cohort Feb. 9, 2023

Spring term (begins April 3) is the ideal time to begin earning must-have prerequisites for cohort programs

OPB Spotlights Black Artist Exhibition
OPB Spotlights Black Artist Exhibition Feb. 1, 2023

The Jan. 31 broadcast of "Think Out Loud" features the inaugural COCC Black Excellence Showcase for Black History Month

The Bend Foundation Pledges $40K to COCC Scholarships
The Bend Foundation Pledges $40K to COCC Scholarships Jan. 26, 2023

The gift will help grow an endowed fund to benefit many COCC scholarship recipients to come

Exploring Chinese Language and Culture with Free Camp
Exploring Chinese Language and Culture with Free Camp Jan. 17, 2023

Application deadline is March 15 for COCC's "My Summer in China," open to Central Oregon students grades 7 to 12

Pledge Puts COCC on Climate-focused Path
Pledge Puts COCC on Climate-focused Path Jan. 5, 2023

Newly signed "Presidents’ Climate Commitment" focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving carbon neutrality

Physiology Lab Readies Ski Mountaineer Racers
Physiology Lab Readies Ski Mountaineer Racers Jan. 3, 2023

A segment by Central Oregon Daily shows how the COCC Physiology Lab can help community members focus on their fitness

Start Something New with Community Education
Start Something New with Community Education Jan. 3, 2023

Mediterranean cuisine, Spanish language and comedic improv are just a few of the plentiful, affordable Community Education offerings

Board Budget Committee Seeks Member
Board Budget Committee Seeks Member Jan. 1, 2023

Position is for Zone 2, which includes all of Crook County and a portion of northeast Deschutes County

Forestry Faculty Member Elected to National Society Board
Forestry Faculty Member Elected to National Society Board Dec. 6, 2022

Ron Boldenow, Ph.D., will represent all of Oregon on the board of directors for the Society of American Foresters

Starting College in a High School Classroom
Starting College in a High School Classroom Dec. 1, 2022

College Now gives high school students a jump on their future with low-cost, career-sampling college credits

A Veterans Day Message from COCC
A Veterans Day Message from COCC Nov. 10, 2022

President Laurie Chesley shares gratitude for the dedication and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve our nation

Naming Ceremony on Nov. 9 to Dedicate Middleton Science Center
Naming Ceremony on Nov. 9 to Dedicate Middleton Science Center Nov. 7, 2022

Dr. James Middleton, COCC’s 4th president, to be honored for service and legacy

Notice of Public Hearing: Exemption from Competitive Bidding for a Public Improvement Project
Notice of Public Hearing: Exemption from Competitive Bidding for a Public Improvement Project Nov. 7, 2022

Pursuant to Oregon Revised Statute 279C.335(5), this Public Notice is for the purpose of taking comments

Peer Support Training Appears on OPB
Peer Support Training Appears on OPB Oct. 26, 2022

New COCC Public Health program gets coverage from Oregon Public Broadcasting's "Think Out Loud"

Branching Out with Forestry Studies
Branching Out with Forestry Studies Oct. 4, 2022

An education in COCC’s Forest Resources Technology program includes open-air learning, an on-site arboretum and career inroads

COCC Receives Innovative $750K Tech-Sector Grant
COCC Receives Innovative $750K Tech-Sector Grant Sep. 14, 2022

Funding from National Science Foundation will provide 45 scholarships of $10,000 each, develop new career-connected training

College to Expand Madras Campus with Donated Land
College to Expand Madras Campus with Donated Land Sep. 8, 2022

New 15,000-square-foot facility, to open in the fall of 2024, will house a range of new education opportunities to meet workforce needs

Abernethy to Helm COCC Board
Abernethy to Helm COCC Board Aug. 29, 2022

The COCC board of directors elected member Bruce Abernethy of Bend to serve as chair for the 2022-23 year

The Oregonian Spotlights Early Success of Early Childhood Education Business Accelerator
The Oregonian Spotlights Early Success of Early Childhood Education Business Accelerator Aug. 5, 2022

A story in The Oregonian covers the successes and future plans of COCC's Early Childhood Education Business Accelerator

COCC's Public Health Program Introduces Peer Support Training to the Region
COCC's Public Health Program Introduces Peer Support Training to the Region Aug. 3, 2022

COCC is now authorized to offer the state of Oregon’s certified Peer Support Specialist training

Small Business Adviser Named
Small Business Adviser Named "State Star" July 28, 2022

Jim Wilcox honored by Oregon's Small Business Development Center network

COCC Welcomes New Vice President
COCC Welcomes New Vice President July 22, 2022

Former English professor and instructional dean at COCC, Dr. Annemarie Hamlin selected for role of vice president of academic affairs

The Return of the Redmond Choir
The Return of the Redmond Choir July 20, 2022

The Redmond choir, a unique experience in COCC's community education learning lineup, will be back on stage this September

COCC Abuzz with National
COCC Abuzz with National "Bee Campus" Status July 13, 2022

Designation from the Xerces Society recognizes efforts toward improving landscapes for pollinators

Vet Tech Students Learn About Wildlife Rehab
Vet Tech Students Learn About Wildlife Rehab June 15, 2022

A collaboration with Think Wild allows veterinary technician students to perform clinicals while learning about wildlife rehabilitation

College Unveils Visual Arts Certificates
College Unveils Visual Arts Certificates June 1, 2022

The graphic design and illustration training programs provide a launchpad for artistic careers

COCC Launches Center for Business, Industry, and Professional Development
COCC Launches Center for Business, Industry, and Professional Development May 2, 2022

Center will offer diverse skill-building courses, entrepreneurial assistance, customized trainings and many other specialized business services

Free Credits for New High School Grads
Free Credits for New High School Grads April 25, 2022

Special four-credit offer provides in-district, class of ‘22 graduates a chance to try a college class completely free

Students of Academic Excellence
Students of Academic Excellence April 21, 2022

Three COCC Bobcats make the 2021-22 All-Oregon Academic Team

Board Approves $4 Per Credit Tuition Increase
Board Approves $4 Per Credit Tuition Increase April 14, 2022

COCC currently ranks fifth most affordable among Oregon’s 17 community colleges, with ranking anticipated to remain the same

Highlighting Culture, Empowering First-Gen Paths
Highlighting Culture, Empowering First-Gen Paths March 31, 2022

COCC's college prep programs featured on the American Association of Community Colleges' website

COCC Seeks to Fill Three Budget Committee Seats
COCC Seeks to Fill Three Budget Committee Seats March 27, 2022

Vacancies represent three different zones, with opportunities for Crook, Jefferson and Deschutes County residents

Governor Brown Tours COCC, Highlights Health Care Pipeline
Governor Brown Tours COCC, Highlights Health Care Pipeline March 16, 2022

Governor's Future Ready Oregon initiative supports workers and future workers, connecting them with well-paying careers in health care and other fields

New Funding for Child Care Development Program
New Funding for Child Care Development Program March 8, 2022

"Accelerator" business training, a collaboration of the Small Business Center and NeighborImpact, receives significant state support

Culinary Instructor Selected for Arts-Meets-Agriculture Residency
Culinary Instructor Selected for Arts-Meets-Agriculture Residency March 7, 2022

Thor Erickson receives residency at Pine Meadow Ranch Center for the Arts and Agriculture

Public Health Workforce Initiative Receives Investment
Public Health Workforce Initiative Receives Investment Feb. 28, 2022

Education endowment and $383K grant award from Deschutes County, Central Oregon Health Council support new public health initiative

Unique Maps to Higher Learning
Unique Maps to Higher Learning Feb. 23, 2022

Newer academic options in fields like GIS, social work and fire services are helping students plot their path to a bachelor's degree

Foundation Broadens Scholarship Program, Cancels Fundraiser
Foundation Broadens Scholarship Program, Cancels Fundraiser Feb. 22, 2022

COCC Foundation scholarships now offered in two annual application cycles; next deadline is April 29

Growing Child Care Businesses
Growing Child Care Businesses Feb. 22, 2022

Story from The Bulletin on the Early Child Education Business Accelerator program

Support for Student Veterans
Support for Student Veterans Jan. 24, 2022

New veterans coordinator position, supported by a grant from the Oregon Dept. of Veterans' Affairs, featured in Jan. 23 edition of The Bulletin

The First 2,000 Days
The First 2,000 Days Jan. 20, 2022

To help solve child care crisis, COCC trains next generation of early educators

Class of '22 to Graduate with Drive-Thru Commencement
Class of '22 to Graduate with Drive-Thru Commencement Jan. 20, 2022

Creative format gives students, supporters a unique way to experience and celebrate ceremony

To the Fullest Degree
To the Fullest Degree Jan. 12, 2022

An academic collaboration between COCC and Oregon State University-Cascades optimizes the path for those on the bachelor’s degree track

Season of Nonviolence Convenes Book Groups
Season of Nonviolence Convenes Book Groups Dec. 14, 2021

Community book conversations will discuss "Braiding Sweetgrass" in advance of livestreamed author event on Jan. 24

Vice President Receives Statewide Honor
Vice President Receives Statewide Honor Dec. 9, 2021

Dr. Alicia Moore, vice president of student affairs, receives excellence award from the Oregon Community College Association

$185K Grant Reinforces Equity Efforts
$185K Grant Reinforces Equity Efforts Dec. 2, 2021

COCC's office of diversity and inclusion receives major grant award for equity-centered programs

Geology Program Shares Science with Community
Geology Program Shares Science with Community Nov. 23, 2021

Geologist discusses climate change and volcanic science with Central Oregon Daily News, Trail Scholar hiking blog

The Clothing Connection
The Clothing Connection Nov. 22, 2021

This new and gently used clothing resource is available to students for help with garment needs for school, work, field placements and interviews

Tapping Tech in Rural Oregon
Tapping Tech in Rural Oregon Nov. 19, 2021

Rural COCC students receive technology, support to help them continue their education during the pandemic

Following
Following "The Good Road" Nov. 15, 2021

COCC's Native American college-prep program highlighted in Madras Pioneer

Innovative Training Program Addresses Child Care Shortage
Innovative Training Program Addresses Child Care Shortage Oct. 26, 2021

Small Business Development Center, NeighborImpact to offer free training and support for child care businesses

Child Care Needs, Student Success at Heart of $242K in Federal Aid
Child Care Needs, Student Success at Heart of $242K in Federal Aid Sep. 23, 2021

Grant will alleviate child care costs for low-income students, help launch Little Kits Early Learning & Child Care Center

Welding Tools, Fire Boots and Teaching Supplies
Welding Tools, Fire Boots and Teaching Supplies Sep. 21, 2021

The Roundhouse Foundation awards $30K grant to support career, technical non-tuition costs

Lecture Program Announces New Name and Fall Events
Lecture Program Announces New Name and Fall Events Sep. 16, 2021

The Nancy R. Chandler Lecture Series will look at the fresh vs. frozen debate, climate change in Central Oregon and the border crisis

COCC to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day
COCC to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day Sep. 13, 2021

Board of directors makes Indigenous Peoples' Day an official day of recognition and celebration

Grant Helps COCC Reimagine
Grant Helps COCC Reimagine "History of Islamic Civilizations" Course Aug. 12, 2021

A $9,000 grant from the University of Washington Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, Middle East Center, was awarded to COCC and associate professor of history Jessica Hammerman, Ph.D.

Training to heal with hearts and minds
Training to heal with hearts and minds Aug. 1, 2021

COCC's addiction studies program combines clinical experience and close-knit training for a rewarding, in-demand career.

COCC President Appointed to State Workforce Board
COCC President Appointed to State Workforce Board July 21, 2021

Dr. Chesley will help identify future workforce needs, communicate a long-term vision for Oregon

Grant Supports Summer Learning at COCC Madras
Grant Supports Summer Learning at COCC Madras July 19, 2021

With funds from the Oregon Community Foundation, summer program helps high schoolers earn college credit

Disbursals Begin for $7 Million in HEERF Funds
Disbursals Begin for $7 Million in HEERF Funds July 14, 2021

Enrolled COCC students eligible to receive federal aid based on need

Opportunities Abound for Nursing Graduates
Opportunities Abound for Nursing Graduates July 8, 2021

Central Oregon Daily highlights the local need for nurses, health care workers

The Broadside Wins Best Website
The Broadside Wins Best Website July 1, 2021

Student newspaper wins best website and other honors from Pacific Northwest Association of Journalism Educators

Pharmacy technician program is a fast path to a career
Pharmacy technician program is a fast path to a career July 1, 2021

COCC’s one-year program offers the only accredited training east of the Cascades in Oregon.

Advocating for Health Equity
Advocating for Health Equity June 24, 2021

Public Health program now offers community health worker training that leads to state certification

Grant to Bolster Native American, Afrocentric Programs
Grant to Bolster Native American, Afrocentric Programs June 16, 2021

Central Oregon Health Council supports COCC's high school college prep equity outreach

A Mural of Connection
A Mural of Connection June 14, 2021

Latinx program's ¡AVANZA! students help bring art and awareness to an overlooked underpass in Bend

In-Person Services to Resume Aug. 23
In-Person Services to Resume Aug. 23 June 9, 2021

Buildings and offices in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville will be open and staffed

Where There's Smoke
Where There's Smoke June 1, 2021

Fighting wildfire is a narrative shared by many students and staffers at COCC.

COCC summer studies open doors to fall learning
COCC summer studies open doors to fall learning June 1, 2021

With classes beginning June 21, COCC's summer term is a chance to fulfill required credits for fall cohorts, programs

Commencement a Drive-Thru Celebration
Commencement a Drive-Thru Celebration May 12, 2021

Prerecorded speaker for the June 12 ceremony is Dr. Dalton Miller-Jones, social justice advocate

Honoring History, Language and Culture
Honoring History, Language and Culture May 7, 2021

COCC's Chinese language program and AAPI Heritage Month events are featured in the Source

Academics enhanced by affordable on-campus housing
Academics enhanced by affordable on-campus housing May 5, 2021

Residence hall at COCC will reopen this fall as the college readies for incremental return to in-person learning.

Event Achieves Record for Scholarships
Event Achieves Record for Scholarships May 5, 2021

The COCC Foundation's major annual fundraiser, held online, brings in $385K for scholarship fund

New Path for Veterans at Business Center
New Path for Veterans at Business Center April 13, 2021

Veterans benefit program covers noncredit classes at COCC's Small Business Development Center

Essential Skills for Central Oregonians
Essential Skills for Central Oregonians April 1, 2021

COCC's Adult Basic Skills program meets students at all levels of ability, offering classes that enhance lives and open opportunities.

In Solidarity with our AAPI Community
In Solidarity with our AAPI Community March 19, 2021

Addressing recent acts of hate in the U.S. against Asian American and Pacific Islander communities

A Fund Run: Student Raises Fire Aid Funds
A Fund Run: Student Raises Fire Aid Funds March 11, 2021

Exercise science student runs for 48 hours to raise money for Oregon forest fire victims

Culinary Training Merits Rare Top Status
Culinary Training Merits Rare Top Status March 3, 2021

American Culinary Federation awards exemplary accreditation to Cascade Culinary Institute

Hollywood Spotlight Shines on Instructor
Hollywood Spotlight Shines on Instructor Feb. 24, 2021

Composer Chris Thomas of the music department scores major Hollywood attention

Top Research on Technology Readiness
Top Research on Technology Readiness Feb. 22, 2021

College leader receives dissertation prize from Oregon State University

Placement Program Earns Accolades
Placement Program Earns Accolades Feb. 11, 2021

English course placement program receives award from National Council of Teachers of English

Grant Sparks Manufacturing Training
Grant Sparks Manufacturing Training Feb. 11, 2021

COCC is part of a college consortium to receive grant of $5 million from U.S. Dept. of Labor

A Taste for Takeout
A Taste for Takeout Jan. 21, 2021

A report from the Source shows how Elevation is bringing a new menu — and new mode of learning — to the takeout scene

Professor Awarded Prestigious Honor
Professor Awarded Prestigious Honor Jan. 7, 2021

Stacey Donohue, Ph.D., recognized with Modern Language Association's distinguished service award

COCC President's Message to Staff
COCC President's Message to Staff Jan. 7, 2021

Following the Jan. 6 violence and disruption to democracy in Washington, D.C., Dr. Laurie Chesley shared this message

The Business of Helping Businesses Succeed
The Business of Helping Businesses Succeed Dec. 16, 2020

COCC's Small Business Development Center is a steady resource in a time of uncertainty.

Record Reached With Scholarships
Record Reached With Scholarships Dec. 16, 2020

Foundation support to students for 2020-21 academic year hits a record-setting $1.72 million

An Eye on Avalanches
An Eye on Avalanches Dec. 7, 2020

Associate professor of physics helps steer Central Oregon Avalanche Center into new terrain

Economic Study Shows COCC's Impact
Economic Study Shows COCC's Impact Nov. 10, 2020

Report reveals COCC’s extensive role in regional and Oregon economy

Putting Careers Into Gear
Putting Careers Into Gear Nov. 2, 2020

A look at how three recent grads have launched meaningful careers in Central Oregon

Roundhouse Grants Invest in Success
Roundhouse Grants Invest in Success Oct. 22, 2020

Support from Sisters-based foundation will aid students, boost Madras campus connectivity

Skatvold Named COCC Board Chair
Skatvold Named COCC Board Chair Sep. 30, 2020

Former COCC student Erica Skatvold chosen as new chair of College's board of directors

COCC, St. Charles Partner for New Training Program
COCC, St. Charles Partner for New Training Program Sep. 30, 2020

Certified Nursing Assistant training partnership will grow health care workforce in Central Oregon

Firefighters Featured in Newsweek
Firefighters Featured in Newsweek Sep. 16, 2020

Article shares how more than 100 COCC students, staff are on the front lines of Oregon's blazes

Masked-Up and Ready for Class
Masked-Up and Ready for Class Sep. 4, 2020

Safety measures and procedures are at the core of the College's in-person learning options

COCC Earns Accreditation Renewal
COCC Earns Accreditation Renewal Sep. 1, 2020

Commission commends COCC's organizational culture, use of technology and high level of engagement

Drone Program Soars with FAA Partnership
Drone Program Soars with FAA Partnership Aug. 24, 2020

COCC signs agreement with Federal Aviation Administration to provide students with most up-to-date curriculum, practices

Banana Republic Gifts $100K in Clothing
Banana Republic Gifts $100K in Clothing July 31, 2020

"Clothing Connection" program receives major gift of merchandise from Banana Republic of Bend

Flattening the Online Learning Curve
Flattening the Online Learning Curve July 2, 2020

COCC students featured on the American Association of Community Colleges website

Perilous Journey:
Perilous Journey: "No Option But North" June 18, 2020

Debut book from Kelsey Freeman, of the Diversity and Inclusion office, examines migrant experiences

Grant to Support First-Generation Success
Grant to Support First-Generation Success June 15, 2020

COCC awarded $210k grant to further existing programs, increase efforts

COCC Hosts Educational Forum
COCC Hosts Educational Forum June 8, 2020

View a recently held forum titled, "Racism, Criminal Justice and Becoming an Ally"

COCC and Thrive Announce Partnership
COCC and Thrive Announce Partnership June 3, 2020

College teams up with local nonprofit to serve students in need

Learning Up Close, From Afar
Learning Up Close, From Afar May 22, 2020

With a strong heritage in eLearning, COCC moves to fully embrace the teaching needs of the COVID-19 era

Data-Keepers are the Core of Care
Data-Keepers are the Core of Care May 4, 2020

Program trains students for diverse, developing field of Health Information Management

Find Guidance with COCC's Small Business Development Center
Find Guidance with COCC's Small Business Development Center April 23, 2020

The Payroll Protection Program is now in round two; SBDC advisers are standing by to assist

Nursing Program Expands Enrollment
Nursing Program Expands Enrollment April 3, 2020

Program expansion, to begin this fall, will help stem national RN shortage

Achieving Excellence
Achieving Excellence March 30, 2020

Four students represent COCC on the All-Oregon Academic Team

A Prescription for a Promising Future
A Prescription for a Promising Future March 25, 2020

Prepping students for careers in the fast-growing pharmacy tech field; an online program

College Set to Renew Accreditation
College Set to Renew Accreditation March 7, 2020

Public input phase of COCC's accreditation update is now open

College Breaks Ground on Campus Village Project
College Breaks Ground on Campus Village Project Feb. 26, 2020

Built on land leased from COCC, neighborhood expected to provide a reliable income stream for the college

A Strong Role Model
A Strong Role Model Feb. 25, 2020

Latinx Program Coordinator nominated for Bend Chamber Community Hero Award

Healing with Hearts and Minds
Healing with Hearts and Minds Feb. 21, 2020

Addiction Studies combines clinical skills, personal development practices to best prepare tomorrow’s counselors

Engineered for Impact
Engineered for Impact Feb. 17, 2020

Fusing critical thinking, communication and industry insights, engineering program helps students plot their path

Healthy Careers, Healthy Communities
Healthy Careers, Healthy Communities Jan. 14, 2020

Powered by a grant from two local nonprofits, COCC is expanding the reach – and impact – of its career-shaping health care programs

Cascade Culinary Institute Puts Food Truck Into Gear
Cascade Culinary Institute Puts Food Truck Into Gear Dec. 10, 2019

The "Shirley Ray," named for its donor, will serve as a mobile training tool for culinary careers

The Business of Growing Business
The Business of Growing Business Nov. 4, 2019

Local companies turn to Small Business Development Center to find formula for success

Aviation Program Soars on PBS NewsHour
Aviation Program Soars on PBS NewsHour Oct. 23, 2019

COCC's role in training tomorrow's pilots highlighted in national news broadcast

COCC Inks Agreement with Pacific Northwest College of Art
COCC Inks Agreement with Pacific Northwest College of Art Oct. 11, 2019

For art and design students, transfer means up to 60k in scholarship dollars

Foundation Receives Major Donation
Foundation Receives Major Donation Oct. 8, 2019

Former student gifts $1 million for college scholarship funding

Forests, Fires and Futures
Forests, Fires and Futures Sep. 12, 2019

In the Forest Resources Technology program, students discover a full scope of skills and practices

National Nursing Accreditation Review
National Nursing Accreditation Review Sep. 10, 2019

COCC's national nursing accreditation review process opens for public comment

A Powerful Experience
A Powerful Experience Sep. 3, 2019

Newly standardized "First Year Experience" aims to advance student success, increase retention

The First 2,000 Days
The First 2,000 Days Sep. 3, 2019

Students of COCC's Early Childhood Education program discover a diverse and close-knit environment

All About the Animals
All About the Animals Sep. 3, 2019

Veterinary Technician program launches next cohort in September 2020; potential candidates are encouraged to begin prerequisites now

Bend Walmart Gifts 5K in Latinx Scholarships
Bend Walmart Gifts 5K in Latinx Scholarships July 22, 2019

Nine high school seniors receive surprise scholarship support during Ganas symposium

Layers of Understanding
Layers of Understanding July 22, 2019

Geology program mixes tangible science, critical thinking and some awe-inspiring roadside studies

Built with Heart
Built with Heart July 8, 2019

Following tragedy, a family finds kindness in a Continuing Education woodworking project

Meet COCC's New President
Meet COCC's New President July 1, 2019

Dr. Laurie Chesley is the sixth president in Central Oregon Community College's 70-year history.

COCC Professor to Help Guide National Teaching Institute
COCC Professor to Help Guide National Teaching Institute June 21, 2019

Stacey Donohue to serve as a facilitator for Modern Language Association teaching institute

Students Cash in on the Oregon Promise
Students Cash in on the Oregon Promise June 3, 2019

Rising student retention numbers seem entwined with Oregon Promise, built-in “first year” practices

Sen. Wyden to Speak at Commencement
Sen. Wyden to Speak at Commencement May 17, 2019

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden will deliver June 15 graduation address

Cooking Up Inspiration
Cooking Up Inspiration May 10, 2019

With worldly flavors and industry experience, the Cascade Culinary Institute builds futures in food

Charged Up for the Future
Charged Up for the Future April 8, 2019

Automotive program preps tomorrow’s technicians, devises service standards for electric-drive industry

The Heart of Nursing
The Heart of Nursing March 26, 2019

Application for Nursing program opens on April 1; read about the program in this feature article

Fundraisers Feel Community Support
Fundraisers Feel Community Support March 22, 2019

Annual Foundation dinner events raise $337k for student scholarships

College Announces New President
College Announces New President March 13, 2019

COCC welcomes Dr. Laurie Chesley as new president, the sixth in its history

Going Far Beyond the Map
Going Far Beyond the Map March 11, 2019

Geography studies explore cultures, climates and connections

College Names Top Pick for President
College Names Top Pick for President Feb. 22, 2019

Dr. Laurie Chesley is chosen as top choice for COCC president

Meal of the Year
Meal of the Year Feb. 15, 2019

Festive fundraiser at COCC opens doors of opportunity

Mechanics of the Mind
Mechanics of the Mind Jan. 27, 2019

Psychology program offers an immersive learning environment to take students to the next level

Former Mayor Appointed to Board Seat
Former Mayor Appointed to Board Seat Jan. 23, 2019

COCC board appoints Dr. Jim Clinton, a former mayor of Bend, to represent Zone 5

The Learning Journey of Massage
The Learning Journey of Massage Jan. 2, 2019

Combining science and ancient traditions, massage training creates careers with impact

Champions of Well-Being
Champions of Well-Being Nov. 30, 2018

Exercise Science program at COCC coaches students on the world of wellness

Veterans Center Named for Robert Maxwell
Veterans Center Named for Robert Maxwell Nov. 26, 2018

College Commemorates World War II Medal of Honor Recipient

Igniting Minds
Igniting Minds Nov. 12, 2018

COCC hosts Central Oregon Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship Fair

Community Boosts Scholarships
Community Boosts Scholarships Oct. 2, 2018

COCC Foundation raises record amount for scholarships

Data-Keepers are the Core of Care
Data-Keepers are the Core of Care Oct. 1, 2018

Training students for diverse, developing field of Health Information Technology