From the announcement of a new College mascot to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s youngest daughter speaking at OCC’s MLK Convocation, there was plenty of OCC news to share in 2024. The stories that captured the greatest attention of our online audience included free community college tuition, opportunities to “start your someday” and stories about the people who make OCC great. Here’s a look at the top online stories of the past year as ranked by our readers:
- Carrying on the Dream: OCC Q&A with Dr. Bernice A. King
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s youngest daughter provided a unique perspective on “The Fierce Urgency of Now” at the College's 2024 MLK Convocation. - Students Registered for OCC’s Fall Semester are Eligible for Free College Money
Many OCC students are eligible for free tuition this fall thanks to Michigan’s Community College Guarantee program and other existing scholarship opportunities. - Start Your Someday: Register for OCC Summer and Fall Classes
Increase your earning potential and save money by completing a degree or certificate at OCC. - Waterford Township Board of Trustees Approves Purchase of Portion of OCC’s Highland
Lakes Campus
Waterford Township has agreed to purchase the 51-acres of the southern portion of OCC’s Highland Lakes campus to repurpose for a future recreation and community center. - OCC Cat Tale: A Story of Rescue and Kindness
A stray black cat and the birth of her six young kittens on campus pulled at OCC employees’ heartstrings and had many giving up their time at all hours to ensure they were safe and fed. - Oakland Community College Announces New Mascot
Meet Talon, OCC’s new mascot! With its large forward-facing eyes, sharp claws and great wings, Talon is ready to rule the roost. - OCC Announces New Men’s and Women’s Basketball Coaches for the 2024-25 Season
OCC welcomes two new coaches to its Athletic Department: Gjon Djokaj for Men’s Basketball and Robert Belf, Jr. for Women’s Basketball.
Women's Basketball coach Robert Belf, Jr. and Men's coach Gjon Djokaj. - Oakland Community College, Oakland University Partner on New Student Housing Initiative
OCC and Oakland University are collaborating on a pilot program that will allow OCC students to enjoy the benefits of living on the University’s campus this fall. - OCC’s 2024 Commencement Speakers Announced
Two new graduating students, Sarah Lefler and Gabrielle Rush, have been selected as OCC’s 2024 Commencement keynote speakers. - OCC Employees Recognized for Years of Service
When students need help registering for classes or scheduling counseling appointments, they often are greeted by Rochelle Ginsburg whose reassuring voice has filtered through OCC’s campuses for 40 years.
We are honored to cover the news, people, information and events happening at OCC in our commitment to ensure OCC students succeed and the needs of our community are met. Stay connected in 2025 on oaklandcc.edu/news and on our top social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube. We look forward to advancing our community in 2025!
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