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![COCC's Public Health Program Introduces Peer Support Training to the Region](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/pss-picture-thumb.jpg)
COCC is now authorized to offer the state of Oregon’s certified Peer Support Specialist training.
![Small Business Adviser Named](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/jim-wilcox-web-sm.jpg)
Jim Wilcox honored by Oregon's Small Business Development Center network
![COCC Welcomes New Vice President](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/annemarie-hamlin-sm.jpg)
Former English professor and instructional dean at COCC, Dr. Annemarie Hamlin selected for role of vice president of academic affairs
![The Return of the Redmond Choir](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/community-choir-sm.jpg)
The Redmond choir, a unique experience in COCC's community education learning lineup, will be back on stage this September
![COCC Abuzz with National](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/bee-campus-sm.jpg)
Designation from the Xerces Society recognizes efforts toward improving landscapes for pollinators
![Vet Tech Students Learn About Wildlife Rehab](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/think-wild-sm.jpg)
A collaboration with Think Wild allows veterinary technician students to perform clinicals while learning about wildlife rehabilitation
![College Unveils Visual Arts Certificates](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/visual-arts-certificate-programs-sm.jpg)
The graphic design and illustration training programs provide a launchpad for artistic careers
![COCC Launches Center for Business, Industry, and Professional Development](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/small-business-development-center-web-sm.jpg)
Center will offer diverse skill-building courses, entrepreneurial assistance, customized trainings and many other specialized business services
![Free Credits for New High School Grads](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/coats-sm.jpg)
Special four-credit offer provides in-district, class of ‘22 graduates a chance to try a college class completely free
![Students of Academic Excellence](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/all-oregon-academic-team-web-sm.jpg)
Three COCC Bobcats make the 2021-22 All-Oregon Academic Team
![Board Approves $4 Per Credit Tuition Increase](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/bend-campus-aerial-view-sm.jpg)
COCC currently ranks fifth most affordable among Oregon’s 17 community colleges, with ranking anticipated to remain the same
![Highlighting Culture, Empowering First-Gen Paths](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/strive-web-sm.jpg)
COCC's college prep programs featured on the American Association of Community Colleges' website
![COCC Magazine](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/cocc-magazine-0222-cover-thmb.jpg)
Read the 2022 edition of COCC Magazine, a community publication about your College
![COCC Seeks to Fill Three Budget Committee Seats](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/cocc-logo-round-transparent.png)
Vacancies represent three different zones, with opportunities for Crook, Jefferson and Deschutes County residents
![Governor Brown Tours COCC, Highlights Health Care Pipeline](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/governor-brown-visits-cocc-sm.jpg)
Governor's Future Ready Oregon initiative supports workers and future workers, connecting them with well-paying careers in health care and other fields
![New Funding for Child Care Development Program](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/early-childhood-ed-web-sm.jpg)
"Accelerator" business training, a collaboration of the Small Business Center and NeighborImpact, receives significant state support
![Culinary Instructor Selected for Arts-Meets-Agriculture Residency](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/thor_erickson_sm.jpg)
Thor Erickson receives residency at Pine Meadow Ranch Center for the Arts and Agriculture
![Public Health Workforce Initiative Receives Investment](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/public-health-hands-sm.jpg)
Education endowment and $383K grant award from Deschutes County, Central Oregon Health Council support new public health initiative
![Unique Maps to Higher Learning](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/unique-maps-to-higher-learning-sm.jpg)
Newer academic options in fields like GIS, social work and fire services are helping students plot their path to a bachelor's degree
![Foundation Broadens Scholarship Program, Cancels Fundraiser](http://www.iamderp.com/news/images/foundation-scholarships-sm.jpg)
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