Diversity Statement

As we navigate a number of changes at the Federal level, OCC remains unwavering in our commitment to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all students, employees and community.

In January 2025, new leadership in Washington, D.C. began issuing memos, regulations and executive orders that could have an impact on work being done at Michigan's community and tribal colleges.

You can view an abbreviated list of recent executive orders at Michigan Community College Association Federal Updates. 

In compliance with recent Executive Orders,14151 (Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing) and 14170 (Reforming the Federal Hiring Process and Restoring Merit to Government Service) DEIJ pages have been removed.