News and Announcements Archives

Graphic titled “Odessa College Orientation Schedule – Summer 2026” on a blue background listing six New Student Orientation sessions. Dates and times include: June 9 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. for all students, June 25 from 12–5 p.m. for Wrangler Promise students, July 15 from 5–9 p.m. for all students, July 30 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. for Wrangler Promise students, August 8 from 8 a.m.–2 p.m. for all students with an additional Super Saturday option from 12–5 p.m., and August 11 from 12–5 p.m. for all students.

Odessa College Announces Summer 2026 New Student Orientation Dates

May 21, 2026

Odessa College is hosting multiple New Student Orientation sessions throughout Summer 2026 to help incoming students prepare for their first semester. Orientation is free and mandatory for all first-time students and provides important information about campus resources, schedules, student support services, and college life.

Graphic with patriotic red, white, and blue design announcing Odessa College will be closed in observance of Memorial Day from Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25. The image includes the Odessa College name, stars, an American flag, and decorative patriotic elements.

Odessa College Announces Memorial Day 2026 Holiday Hours

May 21, 2026

Odessa College will observe Memorial Day with campus closures across all locations Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25. The closure includes the main campus in Odessa as well as extension centers in Andrews, Monahans, Pecos, and Seminole.

2026 Pecos Champions Luncheon Invitation info graphic

Odessa College Pecos Center to host Annual Champions Luncheon

May 8, 2026

The Odessa College Pecos Center will host its Annual Champions Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the Reeves County Civic Center. The event celebrates the achievements of local students while highlighting the impact of scholarships that support their educational journeys.

Promotional poster for the Odessa College Spring Band Concert. The design features a blue textured background with bold white lettering reading “Spring Band Concert.” Below the title, text states the concert features the Odessa College Music Department on April 29 at 6:30 p.m. in Wood HSB Community Room 201. A black-and-white image of an oil pumpjack appears in the center with a blue semicircle behind it, referencing the Permian Basin oil industry. Additional text highlights works by Sousa, Giroux, Musella, and others, along with the world premiere of Sun Up to Sundown, a tribute to the spirit of a roughneck commissioned for the Odessa College Band. The poster notes free admission.

Odessa College Band to Present Spring Concert Featuring World Premiere Honoring the Permian Basin

Apr 28, 2026

The Odessa College Band will present its Spring Concert on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Wood HSB Community Room 201, with free admission for the public. The performance will feature the world premiere of Sun Up to Sundown, a new composition honoring the spirit and heritage of the Permian Basin.

Promotional graphic for Odessa College Spring 2026 Graduation featuring large gold numbers “2026” on a blue satin background, with the word “Spring” above and “Graduation” below in white text. Ceremony dates and times are listed as May 4–7 at 6 PM, May 8 at 4 PM and 7 PM, and May 9 at 10 AM, 1 PM, and 4 PM, with the location noted as Odessa College Sports Center.

Odessa College Announces Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies and Graduation Week Celebration

Apr 24, 2026

Odessa College will honor the Spring 2026 graduating class with a full week of commencement ceremonies from May 4–9, 2026, at the Odessa College Sports Center, celebrating students from dual credit, bachelor’s degree programs, continuing education, GED completers, associate degrees, and certificate programs. Graduates can pick up caps and gowns April 27–30 at designated campus locations, and guests are invited to join in celebrating this milestone achievement.