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OCC Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week Nov. 13-19
In celebration of the U.S. Department of Labor’s National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) Nov. 13-19, OCC is hosting two one-hour online information sessions Thursday, Nov. 16 for employers to learn about the benefits of Registered Apprenticeships in every industry sector.“Registered Apprenticeships...
OCC Names New Chief of Public Safety
Rick Leonard brings 35 years of experience, distinguished service honors to top postOakland Community College has named Rick Leonard chief of its Department of Public Safety. As chief, Leonard will oversee the College’s team of highly-trained, state-certified sworn Police Officers across its...
OCC and Oakland University Sign New Engineering Transfer Agreement
Oakland Community College (OCC) and Oakland University (OU) signed a new transfer articulation agreement that will provide OCC students who earn a Pre-Engineering associate degree an easier transfer to OU to earn a bachelor of science in Engineering.OCC students who complete the associate degree...
Community Invited to Two Music Variety Shows Featuring OCC Musicians
Not too many things in life are free, but just in time for the holidays, Oakland Community College is pleased to offer two events free to the community. These concerts showcase the College’s outstanding student musical performances.Join OCC in November and December for the following events: Music...
OCC Hosting Information Session Nov. 8 on Becoming a Computer Support Tech
OCC will hold an information session on Nov. 8 that provides insight on a 10-week training program qualifying participants for a job as a Computer Support Technician in the high-demand technology industry.
OCC Theatre Presents Tony-Award Winning Musical
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee brings laughter, fun to audiences, Nov. 9-17When Theatre program lead Jennifer Little decided she wanted to direct her first musical at OCC, she played it safe by selecting a show with a small cast. Turns out she didn’t have any problem getting enough students...
OCC and University of Detroit Mercy Sign New Engineering Transfer Agreement
Oakland Community College (OCC) and the University of Detroit Mercy have announced an articulation agreement making it easier for OCC pre-engineering graduates to complete a bachelor’s degree in various engineering disciplines at UDM. The agreement enables students who have earned an associate...
OU-Pontiac Initiative annual town hall meeting celebrates successes; new partnership with OCC
The year’s triumphs reinforce the vision that ‘Together We’re Better’The 2023 OU-Pontiac Initiative Town Hall Meeting was held on October 21 at Oakland University’s Oakland Center as leaders and supporters gathered to celebrate accomplishments, set new goals and expand its network for...
Mock Mass Casualty Simulation at CREST
Valuable learning for OCC Public Safety Officers, community partners, and Police and Fire Academy studentsNumerous ambulances, police cars and fire trucks from throughout Oakland County gathered outside on OCC’s Auburn Hills campus taking over the H and J buildings. There was no “real” emergency...
OCC Hosts Apprenticeship and Training Conference Nov. 8
Conference brings together educators and industry experts from across Michigan to discuss educational training, workforce development and apprenticeship partnerships.Educators from around the state will be on the Oakland Community College Auburn Hills campus Nov. 8 to attend the Michigan Educators...