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OCC Employees Recognized for Commitment and Service
Gerald "Jerry" Kelley Recognized for 50 years of Service For half a century, OCC has been Gerald “Jerry” Kelley’s home away from home. Not only has he worked at the College for the past 50 years, but he also has another rare accomplishment – he is part of OCC’s first graduating class. The...
Area High School Students Visit OCC to Learn about Skilled Trades and Public Safety Programs
Close to 120 students from nine Metro Detroit-area high schools recently learned the ins and outs of OCC’s Emergency Services, Manufacturing and Skilled Trade programs that lead to in-demand jobs as part of the https://www.econclub.org/student-program. During the tour, students experienced Fire...
OCC Awards $8.3 Million of Federal Relief Funds Directly to Students in Winter Semester
More than 80% of enrolled students at OCC this Winter are receiving free financial supportOCC has awarded more than $8.3 million to more than 80% of its Winter semester students as part of the federal government’s Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF). The financial awards range from...
OCC English Professor Pens Latest Book on Jamaican Inspired Dub Music
Named an OCC Outstanding Faculty Member and Diversity Champion, English professor Eric Abbey’s accomplishments extend beyond the classroom. By day, Abbey has been inspiring Oakland Community College students for nearly 2 decades, encouraging them to write and explore their interests and passions....
Student Success Fund Provides Emergency Assistance to Students in Need
OCC’s Student Success Fund has provided more than $34,000 to students in need since its re-launch in Fall 2018. This year, the fund is more robust than ever thanks to generous donations to the OCC Foundation. Help to spread the word. OCC’s Student Success Fund is the College and Foundation’s...
OCC Dean of Student Services selected as Michigan Chronicle 2021 Men of Excellence Honoree
The Michigan Chronicle has recognized Dean of Student Services Jahquan Hawkins as an African American man who inspires others through his vision, leadership, exceptional achievements and participation in community service.As a Michigan Chronicle 2021 Men of Excellence Honoree, Hawkins joins an elite...
Jeremy Guc named Director of Admissions at OCC
Jeremy Guc, who has extensive recruiting and admissions experience in both four-year and community college fields, has been named director of admissions at OCC. Guc comes to OCC from Henry Ford College in Dearborn, Mich., where he was supervisor, admissions and recruiting. He began his career...
Student Experiences Led to Great Opportunities
OCC Alum Adam Owczarzak takes time out to share his story while making an impact on others' lives.When Adam Owczarzak got involved in OCC’s Student Government, little did he know that it would lead to a career path and land a job as Assistant to the City Manager in Madison Heights just a few years...
Student Experiences Lead to Great Opportunities
OCC Alum Adam Owczarzak takes time out to share his story while making an impact on others' lives.When Adam Owczarzak got involved in OCC’s Student Government, little did he know that it would lead to a career path and land a job as Assistant to the City Manager in Madison Heights just a few years...
OCC Names Associate Dean of College Readiness, Secondary Partnerships
Ololade (Lola) Banks, a higher education professional with a passion for creating educational environments in support of student success, has been named associate dean of college readiness and secondary partnerships at Oakland Community College. The College-wide position is housed at the Orchard...