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Dr. Glen D. Johnson Named Keynote Speaker for OCCC 40th Annual Commencement Ceremonies

May 17 will mark another milestone for many Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) students and the college alike. This year, OCCC will award 1,750 degrees and certificates to graduates and celebrate its 40thannual commencement ceremony. Dr. Glen D. Johnson, Chancellor for the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, will serve as this year’s keynote speaker. Commencement ceremonies will be held at the Cox Convention Center beginning at 7:30 p.m.   About Dr. Glen D. Johnson As Chancellor of the Oklahoma State System for Higher Education, Dr. Glen D. Johnson leads the comprised

OCCC Celebrates 40th Commencement Ceremonies Friday, May 17

Forty years ago, Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) congratulated its very first graduates, five students who received their associate degrees in May, 1973. This year, OCCC alumni, faculty, family and friends will celebrate with 1,750 OCCC graduates at the 40th annual Commencement Ceremonies to be held on Friday, May 17.                Held at the Cox Convention Center, the 2013 commencement ceremonies will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will recognize students receiving degrees or certificates, the majority in the fields of nursing, diversified studies and business.                Each

Jimmy Webb Sells Out Cultural Arts Series Performance at OCCC

Oklahomans will close out the 2012-2013 Cultural Arts Series (CAS) season at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) with one of music’s finest composers, song writers and performers – Jimmy Webb. Webb, an Oklahoma native, will be live at OCCC on March 26 to share his classics and much more during his sold out show in the Bruce Owen Theater at 7 p.m.  About Jimmy Webb Jimmy Web has written, composed and performed timeless pop, country and rock classics; classics like “Galveston”, “Wichita Lineman”, “By the Time I Get to Phoenix”, “The Highwayman” and many more. A true songwriting

OCCC Announces Spring Sport Activities

Pee Wee Soccer League and Hershey’s Youth Track and Field Local MeetLearn to kick, dribble, shoot and pass during the Pee Wee Soccer League at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC). If soccer is not your game – and track and field better suites you, don’t miss the Hershey’s Youth Track and Field local meet and competition at West Moore High School.   Pee Wee Soccer League, April 2-25 The Pee Wee Soccer League at (OCCC) is focused on fun, physical coordination, balance and team socialization. Practices and games will be at OCCC, and practices will be held at the discretion of the

Spanish SafeLand USA Class, Feb. 21

Oil and gas safety awareness courses by Spanish-speaking professionals at OCCCEnroll now for the Spanish SafeLand USA safety awareness class at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC), Thursday, Feb. 21.  This class will be held from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the OCCC Main Campus located at 7777 S. May Ave. in Oklahoma City. The goal is to provide Spanish-speaking oil and gas industry professionals with specific safety awareness.  About SafeLand USA SafeLand USA is a volunteer organization used to monitor and improve orientation standards for the U.S. Land contractor community. The program

Freshman Scholarships Now Available at OCCC

Application Deadline set for March 1Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) awards thousands of dollars in scholarship money each year to a number of students, including incoming college freshmen.  With the Freshman Scholarship deadline set for Thursday, March 1, now is the time to apply as well as submit all materials for the fall 2013 semester. The scholarship application is for 2013 high school graduating seniors.  Steps students should take: · Visit www.occc.edu/admissions/scholarship-freshmen.html  and click on Freshman Scholarships to

OCCC to Host Recreation and Fitness Open House, Feb. 11-16

As students begin to settle into the spring semester at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC), the Recreation and Fitness Department will host its annual Open House for all students, staff and community members.                Recreation and Fitness Open House is set for Feb. 11-16, during regular college hours, and is designed to inform individuals across campus, and those within the community, of the opportunities available at OCCC, including: · Fitness Classes – Deep Water Exercise, Water Exercise, Total Body Workout, Ab Express, Theatrical Dance, Zumba®, Cardio Kickboxing,

OCCC Announces ACT NOW Scholarship Program for High School Seniors

Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) is encouraging more students to complete the national ACT with the new ACT NOW Scholarship Program for 2013 high school seniors. The ACT NOW scholarship is offered as an automatic merit-based tuition waiver program for the 2013 graduating class of high school students. The waiver amounts are based on the student’s composite score on the national ACT. Students who score a 21 are eligible for a $500 tuition waiver. Scores of 22 – 23 receive a $750 waiver and scores of 24-26 will receive a $1000 waiver. Students with exceptional scores a 27 or higher

Dinner and the Ballet with Your Sweetheart

OCCC Cultural Arts Series Season Continues with Valentine’s SpecialCelebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner and the ballet at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC), Thursday, Feb. 14. Oklahoma City Civic Center’s resident dance company, the Oklahoma City Ballet, will produce a special program of chamber dance works especially for the OCCC Cultural Arts Series (CAS). Dinner will begin at 6 p.m. with a banquet-style served meal and musical entertainment by Miss Brown to You in the College Union. After dinner, guests will take their seats in the OCCC Bruce Owen Theater as the ballet will

OCCC to Offer Pharmacy Tech Class During Spring Semester

Due to the increase of drug store chains across the United States, well-trained pharmacy technicians are in high demand. Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) will again offer the Pharmacy Technician I: Basic Prescriptions & Dispensing course, Feb. 4 through April 10, 2013. The course, taught by a certified pharmacy technician, will offer participants a firm foundation to receive certification in this growing field and preparation to practice with a registered pharmacist. Classes will be held on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Keith Leftwich Memorial Library,

“Power Up Saturdays” and a Free Class at OCCC

Enroll in OCCC’s Adult Degree Completion Program to WinAre you thinking about returning to school? With Oklahoma City Community College’s (OCCC) Adult Degree Completion Program, Saturdays in December are the time to enroll.   What is the Adult Degree Completion Program at OCCC? OCCC’s Adult Degree Completion Program is for students who have more than 24-credit hours, but still need to graduate. Another “bonus” is - the first one is on us. OCCC is encouraging eligible students to come in, try us out, and the first three-credit hour class will be tuition free.   What are Power

Holiday on Broadway to Visit OCCC

Celebrate the most festive time of the year Dec. 13 in the Bruce Owen TheaterComing to Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) on Thursday, Dec. 13, the Best of Broadway will present Holiday on Broadway in the Bruce Owen Theater at 7 p.m. Holiday on Broadway will feature entertainers Raymond Saar, Diane Ketchie, Valerie Perri and Scott Harlan, just in time to catch the spirit of the season.  Audiences will enjoy a show that promises seasonal favorites from Broadway, film and television alongside humorous twists on your favorite holiday songs. Come celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa

Enroll Now in OCCC’s Adult Degree Completion Program

Take Advantage of “Power Up Saturdays” and a Free ClassHave you started your college education, but haven’t quite finished? Are you thinking about returning to school? With Oklahoma City Community College’s (OCCC) Adult Degree Completion Program, Saturdays in December are the time to enroll.   What is the Adult Degree Completion Program at OCCC? Two years ago, OCCC began offering associate degree programs designed for busy adults who have already earned some college credits and want to finish their degrees. OCCC’s Adult Degree Completion Program is for students who have more

Improv-ing Your Life Invites Audience Members on Stage

Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) is inviting you to “join in” on the next Theater Arts Program production, Improv-ing Your Life, Nov. 29 through Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the OCCC Theater Lab (room 1C5) on the college campus.  “Improv-ing Your Life is a different-type of theatrical experience that combines audience interaction, group problem solving and social awareness,” said Brent Noel, OCCC Theater Arts Program director. “We think this type of theatre goes beyond simple entertainment and works as a model for valuing diversity, examining possibilities and critical thinking, all

Transitional Leadership Academy at OCCC

Program designed to help post 9/11 Veterans re-enter today’s workforceSeptember 11, 2001 changed everyone’s life in one way or another. For many, the outcome was a call to duty. As Service Members and Veterans return home, Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) wants to help prepare them to enter the workforce; the Transitional Leadership Academy on campus is specifically designed to do so.   About The Transitional Leadership Academy at OCCC Designed for Post 9/11 Era Veterans, the Transitional Leadership Academy helps in the preparation and transition of Service Members and

OCCC to HONOR ALUMNI

Annual Hall of Fame set for Nov. 13Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) will honor eight college alumni in a ceremony set for Thursday, Nov. 13. The selected men and women will be added to an already distinguished group as the annual Alumni Hall of Fame event is held on the OCCC campus beginning at 6:30 p.m. An attorney, physician, business executive, company owner, junior high teacher and college admissions and policy compliance coordinator – these and more all started their education on the campus of OCCC.  The 2012 Alumni Hall of Fame inductees are:   CHAD ALEXANDER

The Four Freshmen Return to OCCC, Nov. 13

The Four Freshmen continue to bring their unique brand of vocal harmony to audiences worldwide, and on Tuesday, Nov. 13, guests to the Cultural Arts Series (CAS) can see them live at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC). Hear the legendary sound that began in 1948 with the original Four Freshmen - Bob, Don, Ross and Hal - in the Bruce Owen Theater at 7 p.m. The Four Freshmen were known as one of the top vocal groups of the 1950s, and formed the bridge between '40s ensembles like Mel-Tones and harmony-based rock and roll bands such as the Beach Boys as well as groups like Spanky & Our

OCCC to Observe Relationship Violence Awareness Week

Studies show sad statistics regarding relationships and violence. Did you know that one in four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime? Student Support Services and the Office of Student Life on the Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) campus will host activities associated with Relationship Violence Awareness Week, Oct. 22-24. Research has also shown that an estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year; 85 percent of domestic violence victims are women; historically, females are most often victimized by someone they know;

Time for Three Re-Visits OCCC, Oct. 23

Oklahoma City Community College’s (OCCC) Cultural Arts Series (CAS) performers, Time for Three, are back by popular demand and will present a concert all their own on Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. in the Bruce Owen Theater. The trio will combine the musical elements of classical, country-western, gypsy and jazz expressions, forming a unique composition. The members -- Zach De Pue on violin; Nick Kendall on violin; and Ranaan Meyer on double bass -- carry a passion for improvisation, composing and arranging, all prime elements of the ensemble's playing. Time for Three gained instant attention in

OCCC to HONOR ALUMNI

Annual Alumni Hall of Fame set for Nov. 13Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) will honor eight college alumni in a ceremony set for Thursday, Nov. 13. The selected men and women will be added to an already distinguished group as the annual Alumni Hall of Fame event is held on the OCCC campus beginning at 6:30 p.m. An attorney, physician, business executive, company owner, junior high teacher and college admissions and policy compliance coordinator – these and more all started their education on the campus of OCCC.  The 2012 Alumni Hall of Fame inductees are: · Chad Alexander,

The Communicator

Happy 4th of July OCCC will be closed Wednesday, July 4. Have a fun and safe Independence Day. Learning to Give Back During College for Kids In 100 degree heat, with shade tents and water misters, seventh and eighth grade College for Kids students set up two lemonade stands – Alex’s Lemonade Stands – to raise money for childhood cancer research.  The project was a part of this summer’s College for Kids “Giving Back” class, to teach students the importance of giving to others in need.  “I thought $250 was a pretty good goal, but the kids said they could do better,” said

Get to Know

Lori JohnsonPosition: Payroll Representative          Department: Finance How long have you worked for OCCC: 3.5 years  Previous Jobs: Accountant Assistant, Office Manager/Insurance Agent Family:  Robert (wonderful husband), Cody (amazing son), Cale (also an amazing son) Pets: Steeler  Hobbies:  Spending time with my family, camping, riding UTV’s, reading and fishing Community Service: Member of Christ Lutheran Church and member of Tuttle Wrestling Booster Club Famous Favorite Saying/Quote: “When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not

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