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Celebrating Culture, Heritage and Mental Health in May
Recognizing Jewish American Heritage; Asian-American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage; and Mental Health Awareness Month.
OCC Welcomes Elizabeth Klee, Chief Information Officer and Vice Chancellor for Information Technologies
Oakland Community College (OCC) has named Elizabeth Klee, Vice Chancellor for Information Technologies and Chief Information Officer, effective May 12.
Chancellor Speaks at Opening Day of Farmington Farmers Market, Highlights OCC’s Sponsorship
The 32nd annual Farmington Farmers and Artisans Market opened on May 3 with a ceremony that included OCC Chancellor Peter Provenzano, Jr. making remarks regarding the College's continued sponsorship of this popular community event.
Oakland Community College, Oakland University Expand Articulation Agreements to Include Biology
Oakland Community College and Oakland University came together to expand their articulation agreements to include a pathway for science students seeking a four-year degree in biology.
OCC Police Academy Hosts Area Teens to Learn What It’s Like to Be an Officer
Teenagers often get their impression of police officers based on watching YouTube videos or a crime series on a streaming service. But the day-to-day jobs police officers perform is often much different than what they see on TV.
OCC Announces 2025 Commencement Speakers
Two inspiring graduates to illuminate how they are “Lighting the Way Forward.”
MiVida Burrus Named Trustee on Oakland Community College’s Board of Trustees
MiVida Burrus of Troy has been appointed a Trustee on the Oakland Community College Board of Trustees. Burrus, an OCC alum, was selected from more than 30 applicants to replace the seat vacated by Susan Gibson.
Bridges to Success: New Three-Week College Prep Program at OCC
High School students invited to get a head-start on preparing for college, career success.
OCC’s Outstanding Students Shined Bright at Annual Event
What makes an outstanding student? At OCC, 26 students were recognized for demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, perseverance, curiosity, empathy and collaboration.
Governor Whitmer Issues Executive Directive to Boost Skills Training and Higher Education Enrollment for Young Men
Michigan’s directive supports statewide College Promise program’s ongoing commitment to educational and economic opportunity.