News and Announcements Archives
Odessa College Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Odessa College, the Children’s Center on the OC main campus, and the OC extension centers will be closed Wednesday through Sunday, November 26 through November 30, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Odessa College Named 2026 Bellwether Award Finalist
Odessa College is proud to announce that we have been selected as a finalist for the 2026 Bellwether Award, one of the nation’s most prestigious honors recognizing outstanding and innovative community college programs. The Bellwether College Consortium revealed the 30 finalists for this year’s competition on November 3 at the 32nd Annual Community College Futures Assembly (CCFA).
Odessa College’s 5th Annual Turkey Trot Happens This Saturday, Supporting the OC Wrangler Food Pantry
Odessa College and the OC Sports Center are excited to host the 5th Annual Turkey Trot this Saturday, inviting runners, walkers, families, and community members to kick off the holiday season with a morning of fitness and philanthropy. All proceeds benefit the OC Wrangler Food Pantry, which supports students facing food insecurity.
Odessa College Hosts 2025 College & Community Career Fair on November 11
Odessa College invites job seekers, students, and community members to attend the 2025 College & Community Career Fair on Tuesday, November 11, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Wood Health Sciences Building, Community Room 201.
OC Hosts “Día De Los Muertos Canned Food Drive & Family Night” for First Friday Celebration
Odessa College invites the community to join in a vibrant and meaningful evening at the Día De Los Muertos Canned Food Drive & Family Night, taking place Friday, November 7, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Odessa College Downtown, 222 E. 4th Street. The event is held in partnership with First Friday, a monthly celebration that brings together local businesses, arts organizations, and community members to highlight arts, culture, and community throughout Downtown Odessa.