A Decade of Education and Enrichment
COCC's Madras and Prineville campuses celebrate 10 years of service and community partnerships
When the doors opened to COCC's campuses in Madras and Prineville in 2011 — with construction supported by a voter-backed bond, together with generous land donations in both communities and the involvement of many groups and individuals — it was clear that Central Oregon was primed for an expanded community college. In fact, that first year saw the highest enrollment in COCC's history. The two campuses have since grown into essential learning hubs in the region, providing access, enrichment and a range of educational offerings, from Youth Camps to degree-oriented coursework.
Happy anniversary to our Madras and Prineville campuses!
我们非常高兴地庆祝马德拉斯和普林维尔校区10年的里程碑。这些社区中心在俄勒冈州中部具有重要影响，在COCC近1万平方英里的地区发挥着不可或缺的作用。我们在克鲁克和杰斐逊县的校园提供了广泛的学习选择和服务，当地学生可以参加他们的第一个大学课程，准备他们的成人基本技能课程，甚至为两年的学位奠定基础-所有这些都是在家附近。
In addition to extensive class offerings — from computer training and algebra to public speaking and art — COCC’s Madras and Prineville campuses provide tutoring and testing services, offer access to our Native American and Latinx programs, host events like film screenings and book groups, and deliver essential connectivity with computer labs and loaned technologies for remote studies. We collaborate with other organizations, such as school districts, county agencies, private businesses, and chambers of commerce to utilize these campuses as welcoming community resources.
As Central Oregon continues to grow, COCC is proud to be an active partner in supporting industry development, from health care to high tech needs. Our Madras and Prineville campuses are central to that focus — places to learn, grow, and set forth on a career. Please join us in our yearlong commemoration of a wonderful decade of service for COCC Madras and COCC Prineville, both exceptional representations of what the College offers to our region.
– Dr. Laurie Chesley, COCC President
"We have become a valuable part of the community. The COCC Prineville Campus allows our Prineville and Crook County residents to access educational opportunities in their hometown."
– Suzie Kristensen, director, COCC Crook County Open Campus
"For communities like Madras, Warm Springs or Culver to have access to top-notch instructors, educational resources and the ability to achieve both degrees and certificate programs, is an opportunity that changes the potential trajectory of life. As a resident of Madras, I'm excited for the opportunities COCC and this campus brings to this community…to allow people to both thrive where they live and achieve their educational hopes and dreams."
– Jeremy Green, director, COCC Madras Campus
"COCC is a highly valued community partner with OSU Extension-Open Campus, and other partners, in providing educational opportunities for our community. Prineville cares about our citizens and COCC is a great resource and support for anyone looking to pursue additional education."
– Becky Munn, coordinator, Oregon State University Open Campus Education
"Being able to do all my prerequisites in Prineville was so helpful. It saved me a lot of time and money, with not having to travel to Bend to get them done. Also, the staff at the Prineville campus is amazing."
– Ashley Kingsford, Dental Assisting graduate
"I think by having the campus here it shows that as a community we like to take care of our own residents, which is part of the independent culture we enjoy here in Crook County."
– Jerry M. Brummer, Crook County Commissioner
"I liked the smaller class sizes and that you get more one-on-one time with the instructors. I really liked COCC offering this option to students."
–Michael Leecy, Forestry graduate
“人们为此感到骄傲。对于社区来说，这是无价的。马德拉斯不断发展，学院是其中的一部分。"
– Kelly Simmelink, Jefferson County Commissioner
COMING EVENTS:
10th Anniversary Celebration and Crook County Chamber After Hours
Thursday, April 14, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
COCC Prineville Campus
10th Anniversary Celebration and Salmon Bake
Saturday, May 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
COCC Madras Campus