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OCC Police Academy Hosts Area Teens to Learn What It’s Like to Be an Officer

April 23, 2025

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.

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OCC Announces 2025 Commencement Speakers

April 20, 2025

Two inspiring graduates to illuminate how they are “Lighting the Way Forward.”

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MiVida Burrus Named Trustee on Oakland Community College’s Board of Trustees

April 17, 2025

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.

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OCC’s Outstanding Students Shined Bright at Annual Event

April 16, 2025

What makes an outstanding student? At OCC, 26 students were recognized for demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, perseverance, curiosity, empathy and collaboration.

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Bridges to Success: New Three-Week College Prep Program at OCC

April 16, 2025

High School students invited to get a head-start on preparing for college, career success.

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Governor Whitmer Issues Executive Directive to Boost Skills Training and Higher Education Enrollment for Young Men

April 09, 2025

Michigan’s directive supports statewide College Promise program’s ongoing commitment to educational and economic opportunity.

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Discover Exciting Talent: Pontiac Creative Arts Center Showcases OCC Student Artists in April

April 07, 2025

OCC student artists shine at fourth annual juried art exhibit through April 25.

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New 14-Week Dental Assistant Training Program at OCC

April 06, 2025

OCC is launching a new 14-week Dental Assistant training program beginning May 30. This program offers students a short-term training certificate, equipping them with the essential skills for entry-level positions in dental offices. Information sessions offered April 16 and May 7.

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Finals Frenzy Offers OCC Students Less Stress, Greater Success

April 06, 2025

OCC’s Finals Frenzy tradition is back April 14-18. This week-long student event is filled with giveaways, resources and activities, both on campus and online, to recharge and relax.

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Talon Day of Giving Kicks Off Annual Fundraising Campaign

March 31, 2025

“Light the Way Forward” by donating $19.65 to assist OCC students in need.

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