Welcome to the Oregon Community College Association
The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA) represents the seventeen publicly chartered community colleges and their locally elected board members. Founded in 1962, OCCA is an association whose purpose is to support the colleges before policy-makers and partners whose actions affect the well-being of community colleges across the state.
In the News
Survey seeks perspectives on the future of Oregon higher education
Oct. 27, 2026 – What should the future of public higher education in Oregon look like? The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) is inviting Oregonians to share their perspectives through a short public survey, open through December 4, 2026.
OCCA to honor leaders expanding opportunity at Oregon community colleges
Oct. 22, 2026 - From expanding college access to reversing enrollment declines and preparing women for leadership, six leaders and advocates will be honored for their service to Oregon’s community colleges and students at the 2026 Howard Cherry Awards Banquet.
OCCA congratulates Class of 2026
June 10, 2026 - The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA) congratulates the thousands of students graduating from Oregon’s 17 community colleges this spring. Statewide, approximately 13,500 students will earn associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, certificates, and other credentials during the 2025-26 academic year.
Our Mission
Leading with racial equity, we advocate, communicate, and collaborate to strengthen community colleges for the benefit of Oregonians, particularly those historically underserved or systemically marginalized in higher education.
Wednesday
October 28
9:00 am - 10:00 am
OCCA Executive Committee Meeting – October (Zoom)
Thursday
October 29
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
October Lunch & Learn – Topic TBD
Tuesday
November 3
Wednesday
November 4
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
OPC Meeting – November (Hybrid, Sunriver Resort)
5:00 pm - 11:00 am
2026 OCCA Conference
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