Join COCC for the 2025 State of the College Address Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence

Central Oregon Community College (COCC) invites community members, regional leaders, employers, educators and partners to attend the 2025 State of the College Address, presented by COCC President Dr. Laurie Chesley. This year’s address will celebrate the College’s 75th Anniversary and highlight key initiatives, achievements and future priorities.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

Time:

• • 9:00 a.m. – Complimentary coffee reception
  • 9:30-10:30 a.m. – State of the College Address

Location: Wille Hall, Coats Campus Center, COCC’s Bend Campus

Key Highlights:

• • A celebration of COCC’s 75th Anniversary milestone
  • Insights into workforce development initiatives
  • Student success stories
  • President Chesley’s vision for the College’s top priorities and goals

The event is free and open to the public. For those unable to attend in person, COCC will livestream the address on its YouTube channel, Central Oregon Community College and provide a recording for later viewing. Closed captioning will be provided for both the livestream and the recording.

For those attending in person, please RSVP to reserve your seat and help us ensure we have enough space for all guests.

In advance of college events, persons needing accommodations or transportation due to a physical or mobility disability should contact Caitlyn Gardner in Campus Services at 541-383-7237. For accommodations related to other disabilities, such as hearing impairment, contact Disability Services at 541-383-7583.

For questions about the State of the College Address, please contact Lucas Alberg, marketing and public relations director, at lalberg@cocc.edu.