Times are Changing and so is OCC's Mascot

Thank you for submitting your great suggestions for OCC’s new mascot! Keep an eye on this page, social media and your student email for updates on the mascot selection process. 


OCC is launching an inclusive effort to create a new mascot to replace the “Raiders” and “Rudy the Raider” and better represent our college community and brand today — and into the future.
 

OCC's new mascot will encourage student involvement and ownership, beginning with your suggestions on the name and design. 

History 

The OCC Raiders identity was developed shortly after the college opened in 1965. At that time, the Oakland Raiders were a professional football team that played in Oakland, California. The football team created the now-familiar team emblem of a pirate (or "raider") wearing a football helmet. Because OCC carried the same “Oakland” name, the College selected a Raider/Pirate for its mascot. 

That was then. This is now.  

OCC students, we are looking for your input to create a new and updated mascot to better represent us: our College values, our students, employees and community. Our new mascot will promote a sense of belonging and inclusion, as well as build college spirit and maybe even bring each of us greater luck.

Contact Information

Auburn Hills

Jahquan Hawkins - Dean of Students
Nicole Willis - Associate Dean of Enrollment Services
Gail Adams - Administrative Assistant
Heidi Renton - Student Engagement Coordinator
Phone248.232.4404


Highland Lakes

Jahquan Hawkins - Dean of Students
Nicole Willis - Associate Dean of Enrollment Services
Gail Adams - Administrative Assistant
Heidi Renton - Student Engagement Coordinator
Phone: 248.942.3211

Orchard Ridge

Robert Spann - Dean of Enrollment Services
Michelle Rodgers - Administrative Specialist
Brenda Lowery - Student Engagement Coordinator
Phone: 248.522.3510

Royal Oak/Southfield

Stacey Crews - Dean of Student Engagement
Andrew Muniz - Associate Dean of Students
Kim Combs - Administrative Specialist
Brenda Lowery - Student Engagement Coordinator
Phone: 248.246.2611

Student Engagement Questions

StudentEngagement@oaklandcc.edu