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OCC Adds More Community Education Classes Through January 2026
Oakland Community College (OCC) has announced new Community Education courses in November, December and January (2026) including classes in cooking, personal enrichment and personal safety. For more information on OCC Community Education offerings, visit oaklandcc.edu/ce.
OCC Hosts Cutting-Edge Conference on Educational Technology
The future of education took center stage at Oakland Community College (OCC) on Nov. 7 as educators from across Michigan gathered for the Educational Technology Organization of Michigan’s (ETOM) annual fall conference. Nearly 100 professionals from 14 colleges and five universities attended the...
OCC Art Faculty Tylonn Sawyer Gains International Recognition
OCC Art faculty member Tylonn Sawyer’s continues to gain recognition for his work with prestigious international accolades this fall. His pieces have been accepted into two world-renown Paris art exhibitions, ART Basel Paris and Palais de Tokyo, while his art was also featured in the iconic art...
An Uplifting Veterans Day Experience
Oakland Community College invites the community to attend a virtual Veteran’s Day program, “Voices of Valor: Bridging Service and Civility,” from 4 to 5:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 10. The online event honors the courage, spirit and experiences of those who have served our country.
Veteran Finds Therapy and a New Career Through OCC
“Mental health affects us all, and art can help with that,” said Darren Lapsley, a 45-year-old returning college student and U.S. Marine Corps veteran who found both healing and a new calling through art.
OCC Hosts Oakland County’s Tech Collaboration Event Nov. 6
Oakland County’s “Tech Collaboration Series” will make a stop at Oakland Community College’s Royal Oak campus for a Nov. 6 event that will provide business leaders with insight on how they can take advantage of the College’s technical programs, resources and services.
OCC Winter Semester Registration Now Open
Registration for Oakland Community College’s Winter Semester opens Oct. 28 for current students and those beginning or returning to college. Online registration is available through Jan. 11, 2026, and classes begin Monday, Jan. 12.
OCC Theatre Brings History and Humanity to Life in Powerful Musical Parade
From a 70-year-old first-time actor to seasoned student performers, OCC’s production unites voices to tell a story of love, injustice and resilience
OCC Opens New Culinary Facility in Royal Oak
OCC’s Culinary Studies Institute’s state-of-the-art 78,000-square-foot expands student opportunities and strengthens community connections
Ukraine Immigrant Rebuilds Life and Career Through Education
Svitlana Tisher’s journey from ESL student to certified medical assistant reflects perseverance, purpose and the power of education