OCCI News
Welcome to the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) News Hub – Here you will find news stories and culinary events pertaining to OCCI. Explore the latest updates on all things culinary and baking & pastry arts at Southwestern. Discover engaging culinary events that spotlight the talent and dedication from the students, staff and alumni affiliated with OCCI.
Winter Term 2024-25 Registration
Winter Term 2024-25 is quickly approaching! Classes start January 6, 2025. Below are instructions about how to register. If you are experiencing any...
OCCI’s Stollen Sales to Benefit Culinary Competition Team
Celebrate the holiday season while supporting a great cause! Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) invites the community to purchase festive...
OCCI Pop-Up Sale! Pizza & More
Join us at OCCI (1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay) on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for a pop-up sale! We'll be offering delicious...
OCCI and Junior Chamber of Commerce Thanksgiving Bazaar: A Decade of Fundraising
Purchase Delicious Holiday Favorites and Support Local Students! This Thanksgiving season, prepare a delicious holiday meal while making a...
OCCI Food Truck Pop-Up: Oktoberfest!
Help support OCCI’s culinary team with their first sale of the 2024-25 academic year: a festive Oktoberfest food truck pop-up! The event will take...
New Payment Plans With Auto Pay – Enroll Today!
If you are a credit-seeking student with a balance on your student account, you can now enroll in a payment plan with Auto Pay through the new...
Southwestern students can apply for up to $6,000 in “Laker Learn and Earn” grant funding
Students attending Southwestern Oregon Community College now have the opportunity to receive up to $6,000 through the Laker Learn and Earn Grant,...
Southwestern Foundation Congratulates 2024-25 Scholarship Recipients
Coos Bay, OR – The Southwestern Oregon Community College Foundation is proud to congratulate the 2024-25 scholarship recipients. Thanks to generous...
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute’s Summer Lunches and Restaurant Service Returns
Coos Bay, OR – Diners and community members are invited to once again indulge at the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) as it brings back its...
Southwestern celebrates 25th Anniversary of the award-winning OCCI – June 29, 2024
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College is excited to invite our community, students, and alumni to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of...