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Dean’s List, Fall 2024
Full-time students who achieve a term grade point average of 3.0 or above in 12 or more units of graded courses are placed on the Dean’s List as a recognition of academic achievement. This honor is noted on the student’s permanent academic record. Contra Costa College’s Fall 2024 Dean’s List A Abalos ,…
CCC Debuts Comet Athletics Hall of Fame
Contra Costa College (CCC) is proud to announce the induction of the first-ever class of 100 athletes, coaches, and contributors into the newly established Contra Costa College Athletics Hall of Fame. This historic event celebrates the rich legacy of CCC’s athletic program and honors those who have made significant contributions to the college’s sports history. The inaugural Hall of Fame class includes former student-athletes, coaches, and community members…
CCC One of Two Community Colleges in US Selected for NASA Rocket Launch Challenge
Contra Costa College (CCC) has earned a prestigious spot in NASA’s 2025 Student Launch Challenge, becoming one of only two community colleges nationwide to join the competition. In fact, CCC will be competing alongside 51 top universities, including heavyweights like MIT and Purdue University. Students will work on every aspect of the project, from rocket…
Foundation Scholarship Winner Osvaldo Rojas is Determined to Secure His Own Future
“Education is expensive, and I don’t want to burden my family,” shares Contra Costa College (CCC) Foundation Scholarship winner Osvaldo Rojas. “I’ve been saving up every penny for school ever since I started working. With the CCC Foundation’s help, I can finally enroll full-time without having the pressure to go to work.” A long-term resident…
CCC Foundation Emergency Fund Helps Students
College Foundation Wrap-Around Fund provides cash for life mishaps that students on tight budgets can’t afford.
The Kennedy Center Honors Contra Costa College Drama Department With Nine National Awards
The Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Awards recognize programs in higher education using theatrical production to promote long-term societal impact in artistic terms, encouraging empathetic exploration of the complex cultural and physical world, and advocating for justice on campus and throughout the world.
Carmen Corona: An Inherited Dream
Incredibly proud of our MCHS student, Carmen Corona, for sharing her powerful perspective on KQED! 🌟 Carmen’s story, ‘An Inherited Dream,’ is a testament to resilience and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. Check out her inspiring article and join us in celebrating her journey! 🎓👏📰✨ Read the full KQED article here!
Compass Center Wins Outstanding New Project/Program Award
Contra Costa College is thrilled to announce that the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness has awarded its Compass Center the “Outstanding New Project/Program” accolade. This recognition is a testament to the college’s commitment to addressing the fundamental needs of its students. The Compass Center, established through the collaborative efforts of dedicated individuals, including Joel Nickelson-Shanks…
Kyle Alvardao, Next Director of Athletics
Following a nationwide search, Kyle Alvarado has been named the next Director of Athletics at Contra Costa College. Alvarado has been the Program Coordinator/Assistant Athletic Director at Diablo Valley College since January, 2018. During this time with at DVC, Alvarado managed the operational budget for the Athletics and Kinesiology Department. He also organized and planned…
