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OCC’s Summer, Fall Semester Registration Now Available
Current and future OCC students, and guest students who will be home for the summer, can now register online for both summer and fall semester classes. Summer classes begin May 9 and fall semester begins August 29. OCC will continue to feature a variety of course formats for students including...
OCC Chancellor and Provost Testify at State Legislature Committee Meetings
OCC Chancellor Peter Provenzano, Jr. and Provost Jennifer Berne discussed Michigan Reconnect and the Michigan New Jobs Training (MNJT) program while testifying at two state Legislature committee meetings on March 17 in Lansing. During the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education...
OCC Dean Selected among Women of Excellence
Stacey Crews, dean of student services, selected by Michigan Chronicle to its 2022 list of leaders who inspire othersThe Michigan Chronicle has recognized Oakland Community College Dean of Student Services Stacey Crews as a Michigan Chronicle 2022 Women of Excellence Honoree. Crews is part of...
Jolene Chapman named Associate Provost in Academic Affairs at OCC
Jolene J. Chapman has been named OCC’s associate provost, from academic dean of engineering, manufacturing and industrial technology (EMIT). In her new position, Chapman will oversee the implementation of strategic academic priorities designed to support teaching and learning.“Dean Chapman has...
Empowering the Student Experience
When it comes to creating student engagement on campus, Heidi Renton and Brenda Lowery envision a place where students can connect, engage and collaborate.That’s the goal of OCC’s two new student engagement coordinators – and long-time veterans of OCC.“We are trying to breathe life back...
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...
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...