Welcome Week
Celebrate the Year Ahead
Welcome Back, OCC Students!
Get ready to kick off the 2026–2027 academic year with Welcome Week at Oakland Community
College a celebration you won’t want to miss!
Whether you're brand new to OCC or returning for another awesome semester, we’ve got something for everyone:
- Free ice cream
- Fun games & activities
- Awesome giveaways
- Meet OCC staff & connect with fellow students
- Explore campus resources to help you thrive
This is your chance to jump-start the semester, make new friends, and discover everything OCC has to offer from academic support to student engagement and more.
Get Engaged. Stay connected. Make the most of your OCC experience.
For all the tools and support you need, check out our Current Student page and start your year off strong!
Orchard Ridge Campus
- Monday, August 31, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Location: Orchard Ridge Campus
- Room: Student Center
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Highland Lakes Campus
- Monday, August 31, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Location: Highland Lakes Campus
- Room: Woodland Hall Lower Level
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Southfield Campus
- Thursday, September 3, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
- Location: Southfield Campus
- Ice Cream Cart will be available from 11am -1pm
- Students will receive a Welcome Week swag bag, personalized for Health Sciences
Auburn Hills Campus
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Location: Auburn Hills Campus
- Room: Student Center
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Royal Oak Campus
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Location: Royal Oak Campus
- Room: B Building Lower Level
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More Information
Taylor Knuth
Events Coordinator | Marketing & Communications
Phone: (248) 904-9209
Email: [email protected]