Orange Coast College

05/30/2026

Look at this! OCC from above. 🚁

KCAL News recently took a flight over Orange Coast College to highlight our rich history, champion athletics, and status as the county's top community college for UC/CSU transfers.

We are incredibly proud of our campus community and our legacy in Orange County. Watch the full segment to see how far the Pirates have come! 👇

Desmond Shaw flies to Orange Coast College for tonight's Look At Th...

05/26/2026

That’s a wrap! Congratulations ! 🎓✨

You’re now officially college graduates! 👏

We can’t wait to hear about your future successes! Go Pirates! 🧡 💙

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day, Pirates! 🇺🇸

Thank you to all who have dedicated themselves to serving our country.

Orange Coast College will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day and will reopen tomorrow, 5/26.

05/22/2026

Huge thanks to our incredible staff as we wrap up Classified Professionals Appreciation Week at OCC! 🧡 💙

Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and for creating a culture of care where OCC students can thrive. We appreciate everything you do! 🏴‍☠️✨

05/22/2026

Orange Coast College will confer approximately 6,000 associate degrees and certificates of achievement to some 2,942 graduates at today's 78th Commencement ceremony. 🎓 👏

Several thousand are expected to attend the program at the Pacific Amphitheatre in the OC Fair and Event Center.

Orange Coast College will confer approximately 6,000 associate degrees and certificates of achievement to some 2,942 graduates at the 78th Commencement ceremony, scheduled for Friday, May 22, at 5:30 p.m.

05/19/2026

Last week, the Orange Coast College Foundation formally inducted Fire Chief Dan Stefano into the OCC Alumni Hall of Fame.

Chief Stefano was selected as the 2026 inductee in recognition of his outstanding leadership, distinguished career in public service, and unwavering commitment to the community.

An OCC alumnus, Chief Stefano earned his Associate Degree in General Education here at Orange Coast College, building a strong foundation for his ongoing studies and inspiring professional journey.

Over his three-decade career, Chief Stefano has advanced through every rank in the fire service, ultimately serving as Fire Chief for the City of Costa Mesa. His story is a testament to the values of leadership, integrity, and dedication to public safety we cherish at OCC. Congratulations to Chief Dan Stefano!

05/15/2026

✨ Orange Coast College celebrated students’ remarkable success & academic achievements at the 68th Honors Night! ✨

Honors Night includes both Service & Leadership Awards and Scholarship Award ceremonies. 🙌

Did you know the OCC Foundation awarded over $1 million in scholarships to over 600 student recipients?!?! 🤯

Thank you to our generous donors for making these scholarships possible! We are beyond grateful! 🫶

Congratulations to all of our OCC students! We are sooo incredibly proud of you! 🧡 💙

05/08/2026

Step into the magic of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” brought to life by OCC’s talented students! Don’t miss this enchanting production, May 8-17 at the Drama Lab Theatre. 🎭✨

🎟️ Tickets available online only.

Orange Coast College's Theatre Department will present William Shakespeare’s classic comedy “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” from May 8-17 in the Drama Lab Theatre, brought to life by a wonderful cast and crew of OCC students.

05/07/2026

Last Friday, the Orange Coast College Culinary Arts Team hosted an exclusive fundraiser dinner at the OCC Captain's Table Restaurant.

Guests enjoyed a special preview of the menu our talented students will be preparing for the upcoming National Championship in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on June 30.

We are also honored to announce that the OCC Culinary Arts Team received a "Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition” from Congressman Dave Min, celebrating an award-winning year and overall commitment to excellence in culinary arts.