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Planned Activities 2023-2024
Priority 1: Students at the Center
- Launch and implement the College Strategic Plan (2023-2028) with annual plans guiding tangible progress towards the five Strategic Priorities.
- Increase learning initiatives focused on equity and inclusion and evaluate their effectiveness.
- Improve student engagement, satisfaction, and learning achievement.
- Continue to examine and enhance the student journey and experience to remove/reduce barriers and increase engagement and sense of belonging.
Priority 2: Careers Built Here
- Subject to Board approval, develop and launch a capital construction local bond measure to
- obtain funding for new building focused on Career Technical programs, and
- modernize existing facilities. When successful, engage stakeholders in design and construction planning
- Update Facility and Academic Master Plan
Priority 3: Resourced and Ready
- Systematize the integration of planning and goal setting, assessment, and linkage to budget throughout all levels of planning, ensuring that all levels of planning support and advance Mission, Core Themes, and the College’s Strategic Plan
- Conduct Program Reviews with all programs (Instructional and Service Areas) as scheduled, ensuring outcomes associated with all degree programs are assessed on a regular basis, that the results are reported, and appropriate improvement plans are documented and implemented with support from the Office of Instruction and the Executive Team.
- Develop long-term plan for automation systems (ERP) for SIS, CRM, Finance & related integrations.
Priority 4: First Choice, Best Choice
- Improve student achievement in retention, pace, and graduation.
- Ensure systems of employee performance evaluation, professional development, and employee training and support are all operating effectively and contributing to a satisfied and engaged workforce.
Priority 5: Sharks Make Their Marks
- Expand programs and pathways which are of interest to students and meet the needs of the region.
- Advance engagement with and support of Lincoln County’s key industry sectors.
Planned Activities 2024-2026
Priority 1: Students at the Center
- Continue to integrate the Academic and Student Affairs divisions
- Expand and diversify postsecondary course offerings at all Lincoln County high schools
- Develop and establish a framework for OCCC’s HSI attainment status, a pivotal step in our journey toward academic excellence and inclusivity
- Develop andragogical (adult learners) instructional approaches and support systems
Priority 2: Careers Built Here
- Significantly increase CTE capacity and enrollment by expanding pathways and access to careers in advanced technology and trades (OCATT programming)
- Through our role within the HECC-recognized community college nursing consortium, pursue participation in the delivery of a four-year applied baccalaureate in nursing
- Pursue funding for physical resources that enhance learning, including modern facilities and equipment
- Regularly assess local needs in the trades and how the college and its strategic partners can meet them, including the update of the college’s Environmental Scan
- Pending voter approval, begin facilities design and pre-construction planning of OCATT Center
Priority 3: Resourced & Ready
- Successful recruitment and on-boarding of the next OCCC President
- Strengthen our campus culture of engagement, focusing efforts on building community through health, wellness and social activities, and intentional communication
- IT implementation of a new server to provide vital backup and failover capabilities & enhanced cybersecurity
- Implement year one of the multi-year Budget Alignment Process (BAP) to reduce reliance on one-time funds by at least 1% (Board Goal)
- Fully transition automated financial services processes to eliminate residual reliance on SharkNet
- Make significant progress on addressing deferred maintenance (as documented in the 2023 Facilities Review), to include the replacement of the Newport main building roof in summer 2024
Priority 4: First Choice, Best Choice
- Tailor and expand targeted engagement to highlight how OCCC can meet the unique needs of specific populations (adults, English-language learners, non-traditional, high school, pre-apprentice, etc.)
- Improve website navigability by redesigning the portal to career pathways and academic programs
- Enhance onboarding experience and expand orientation of college operational areas for new employees
Priority 5: Sharks Make Their Marks
- Conduct county-wide, community specific engagement events to determine local needs and priorities; Outreach focus will be defined by the outcome of May 2024 proposed bond measure
- Conduct post-election geographic analysis of support for, and opposition to, the May 2024 proposed bond measure, to document current perceptions of the college
- Continue enhancing the college’s role in county-wide emergency response, including updating and enhancing the current emergency supplies container infrastructure
Planned Activities 2026-2027
Priority 1: Students at the Center
- Expand and diversify postsecondary course offerings at all Lincoln County high schools.
- Advance OCCC from emerging HSI status to full designation through the development and implementation of a strategic institutional framework.
- Develop adult learners’ instructional approaches and support systems.
Priority 2: Careers Built Here
- Increase CTE capacity and enrollment by expanding pathways and access to careers in advanced technology and trades (OCATT programming).
- Annually assess local needs in the trades and how the college and its strategic partners can meet them.
- Ensure successful completion of the new career technical education building through responsible fiscal stewardship and effective management of project funding.
Priority 3: Resourced & Ready
- Develop, review and update the comprehensive facilities plan.
- Strengthen our campus culture of engagement by promoting health and wellness, fostering meaningful connections, and maintaining regular, transparent communication across the College.
- Conduct comprehensive program reviews across all College areas to assess outcomes, report results, implement continuous improvement plans, and integrate planning and budgeting at every level to advance the College’s Mission and Core Themes.
Priority 4: First Choice, Best Choie
- Tailor and expand engagement to highlight how OCCC can meet the unique needs of specific populations.
- Improve student achievement through enhanced retention, student progression, and graduation outcomes.
- Enhance onboarding experience and expand orientation of college operational areas for new employees.
- Ensure systems of employee performance evaluation, professional development, and employee training are all operating effectively and contributing to a satisfied and engaged workforce.
Priority 5: Sharks Make Their Marks
- Conduct county-wide, community specific engagement events to determine local needs and priorities.
- Develop, review and update academic pathways to expand programs which are of interest to students and meet the needs of the region.
- Advance Engagement with and support Lincoln County’s key industry sectors.
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Lincoln County's Educational Hub
A deep-rooted commitment to accessible education and community enrichment that reflects Lincoln County’s collaborative spirit.
Oregon Coast Community College equips students for success by providing educational pathways and supports in response to the diverse needs of their community, with a commitment to enriching the economic and civic vitality of Lincoln County and beyond. Serving approximately 2,000 students through four learning centers in Newport, Waldport, Toledo, and Lincoln City. OCCC operates as more than just an educational institution—it’s a true community partner.
Start Here, Go Anywhere
Your goals are unique, and so is your path to reaching them. Whether you’re planning to transfer to a four-year university, launch your career right away, or explore something new, Oregon Coast Community College is here to help you get where you want to go. We’re your neighbors, your partners, and your biggest fans—let’s figure out your next step together.
Find Your Path
Not sure which path is calling your name? You’re in good company. OCCC offers guided pathways designed to keep you on track—whether you’re drawn to healing, building, teaching, creating, or discovering. Explore the areas below to find programs that match your interests, and we’ll help you map out the rest.