Dennis Harkins, Ph.D.
OCC President
(714) 432-5712
dharkins@occ.cccd.edu
Press Release
Mission Statement
Orange Coast College is committed to student learning and personal improvement. We provide associate degrees, transfer preparation, certificates in career and technical education, as well as instruction in basic skills and English as a Second Language. The college serves the economic and workforce development needs of the local community and develops globally aware citizens.
Institutional Commitment
Orange Coast College is committed to providing a unique learning community where freedom of thought and personal and intellectual growth is valued by all. As an outcome of their academic study, graduates of Orange Coast College possess proficiency in four core areas: Communication, Thinking Skills, Global Awareness, and Personal Development and Responsibility.
Administrators, faculty, and staff are committed to the development of students as individuals and as citizens of the world. We value teaching and learning relationships, support services, and co-curricular programs that contribute to meaningful personal growth in our students and to their quest for knowledge.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Coast Community College District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Title IX Officer and/or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator.
Title IX Officer
P.E. & Athletics Building
Phone: (714) 432-5122
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Special Services Building
Phone: (714) 432-5042