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Michigan Iron Workers Gain New Pathway to College Credit through Apprenticeships
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) joined partners at Oakland Community College for a signing ceremony to celebrate the International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers, Oakland Community College and other building trade...
New at OCC: The Nest Food Pantry Opens Collegewide
Oakland Community College (OCC) kicks off the 2026-2027 academic year with the opening of The Nest Student Food Pantry on all its campuses.
Mental Health/Social Work Student Project Adds to the Nest
Creating a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable accessing campus resources and support is essential to the success of Oakland Community College’s new Nest Student Food Pantry.
OCC Pre-Apprenticeship Program Earns Renewed State Endorsement
Oakland Community College’s Pre-Apprenticeship program’s endorsement for the Michigan Apprenticeship Readiness Certificate (MARC) has been renewed for the upcoming year by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Workforce Development State Apprenticeship Expansion team...
Michigan Reconnect Expands to Adults Age 21 and Older
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced on Aug. 26 that Michigan residents ages 21–24 can now apply for Michigan Reconnect, expanding the tuition-free community college program to all eligible adults age 21 and older.
Cross Country, Golf and Volleyball Headline OCC Fall Sports
As fall classes get underway at Oakland Community College, the OCC Owls are kicking off another season of competition with Cross Country, Golf and Volleyball teams taking center stage.
OCC Announces Fall Community Education Classes
Oakland Community College (OCC) has announced its fall line-up of Community Education courses in areas of personal enrichment, cooking and teen driving safety.
West Bloomfield Fire Department Funds Training for 130+ OCC EMS Students
To help address Michigan's shortage of emergency medical professionals, the West Bloomfield Fire Department will provide more than $328,000 to cover tuition costs for 131 students enrolled in Oakland Community College's (OCC) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic programs beginning this...
Get Ready for Fall at OCC
Oakland Community College is offering a series of free information sessions in July and August to help prospective students prepare for the Fall semester. Participants can learn how to apply and register for classes, explore financial aid and scholarships, and find out if they qualify for free tuition...