May 13, 2025 | OCCI News
Join us for a Tea House-themed La Patisserie bake sale this Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at OCCI (1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay).
Enjoy fresh, handcrafted pastries, artisan breads, coffee drinks, and more—made by OCCI’s baking and pastry students.
Can’t make it this week? Click here to view the full lineup of Spring 2025 events.
We look forward to seeing you!
MENU THURSDAY, MAY 15*
*First-come, first-served counter-service style while supplies last. No pre-orders or phone orders accepted. Menu items subject to change.
BREADS
- ($7) Iced Lemon Loaf
- ($5) Baguette
- ($5) Sourdough Boule
- ($5) Soft Rolls
- ($5) Sliced Sandwich Bread
SANDWICHES:
- ($5) Cucumber & Boursin (on sliced white bread)
- ($7) Egg Salad (on sliced white bread)
- ($7) Chicken Salad (on soft roll)
PASTRIES
- ($5) Cream Puff
- ($5) Scone (with clotted cream & jam)
- ($7) Chocolate Croissant
- ($5) Plain Croissant
- ($3) French Macaron [GLUTEN FREE]
DESSERTS
- ($9) Mini Princess Cake
- ($7) Swiss Roll Cake Slice
- ($7) Chocolate Caramel Cake [GLUTEN FREE]
- ($7) Lemon Meringue Tart
EXTRAS
- ($7) Lemon Madeleines
- ($7) Candied Nuts & Fruit
- ($7) Chocolate Dipped Strawberries [GLUTEN FREE]
BEVERAGES
- ($5) Latte
- ($5) Cappuccino
- ($3) Espresso
- ($5) Lemonade
May 13, 2025 | Community, News
[Photo: Southwestern’s Assistant Professor of Biology, Amy Burgess, instructs students at the Cape Arago tide pools. Students in Southwestern’s new Marine Biology Program will study coastal ecosystems like these before transferring to OIMB.]
Partnership ensures students transfer seamlessly into the University of Oregon’s Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB)
COOS BAY, OR – Students now have a direct path to earning a bachelor’s degree in marine biology without leaving Oregon’s South Coast, thanks to a new partnership between Southwestern Oregon Community College and the University of Oregon’s Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB) in Charleston.
The new Associate of Science in Marine Biology at Southwestern allows students to complete the first two years of their bachelor’s degree and seamlessly transfer to the University of Oregon to finish their upper-division coursework at OIMB.
“It just makes sense,” said Dr. Doug Goodwin, Dean of Instruction – Transfer, Arts, & Community Education at Southwestern. “With a nationally renowned marine research institute in our backyard, this collaboration opens the door for students to complete their entire marine biology degree—start to finish—right here on the South Coast, in one of the most beautiful and biologically rich environments on the Pacific Coast.”
This is the only associate degree program of its kind in Oregon. Southwestern’s location near Charleston, where OIMB is based, allows students to immerse themselves in coastal ecosystems from the very beginning of their college journey.
“We’re excited for SWOCC’s new Associate of Science in Marine Biology and the opportunity to collaborate on a more accessible pathway for Oregon students,” said Maya Watts, Education Program Coordinator at OIMB. “This program allows students to immerse themselves in marine biology for four consecutive years on our two coastal campuses. It helps students integrate into the coastal community and the many opportunities it offers.”
Students in the program will take foundational courses in biology, chemistry, oceanography, and mathematics at Southwestern. The curriculum also emphasizes critical thinking, ecosystem understanding, and global environmental awareness. After completing a two-year degree at Southwestern and transferring, students will complete hands-on, field-based courses at OIMB in subjects including marine ecology, deep sea biology, and invertebrate zoology.
Ultimately, students who graduate with a bachelor’s degree in marine biology could pursue careers as marine biologists, in research, ocean engineering, archaeology, marine aquarium work, and environmental and energy specialties.
See below for a complete listing of classes associated with this pathway:
Course List – Marine Biology Pathway
Catalog Overview – Marine Biology, Associate of Science
Fall term registration for the 2025-26 academic year is now open!
CLICK HERE for information about how to register for Summer and Fall Term classes.
To speak with an advisor or learn how to enroll, contact Southwestern Admissions at 541-240-8227 or swoccbound@socc.edu.
May 8, 2025 | Community, News
COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) athletics is pleased to host a two-day 2025 Laker Youth Basketball Camp on June 16-17, 2025, at the Recreation Center gymnasium. This camp is a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to develop their skills, make new friends, and enjoy the game under the guidance of experienced coaches.
The camp schedule for both days is as follows:
- Athletes just completing 1st – 3rd Grade: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Athletes just completing 4th – 8th Grade: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The registration fee for each camper for both days is $60. Payment is accepted at the door and checks should be made out to SWOCC Basketball.
Pre-registration is encouraged (on-site registration will also be accepted). To pre-register, simply:
- Go to the 2025 Laker Basketball Camp athletics page
- Complete the 2025 Laker Basketball Camp Form
- Complete the Basketball Hold Harmless Form
For any additional questions, contact SWOCC’s head women’s basketball coach Heather Weber at 541-391-3494 or email heather.weber@socc.edu.
Don’t miss this opportunity for your athlete to learn basketball skills from SWOCC basketball coaches and players! Sign up today and join us for two days of learning, skill-building and a lot of fun on the court.
May 7, 2025 | OCCI News
Join us for a French-themed La Patisserie bake sale this Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at OCCI (1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay).
Enjoy fresh, handcrafted pastries, artisan breads, coffee drinks, and more—made by OCCI’s baking and pastry students.
Can’t make it this week? Click here to view the full lineup of Spring 2025 events.
We look forward to seeing you!
MENU THURSDAY, May 8*
*First-come, first-served counter-service style while supplies last. No pre-orders or phone orders accepted. Menu items subject to change.
BREADS & SANDWICHES
- ($5) Brioche Braided Loaf
- ($5) Baguette
- ($5) Sourdough Boule
- BAGUETTE SANDWICHES:
- ($7) Jambon Beurre – A jambon–beurre also known as a Parisien, is a French ham sandwich made of a baguette sliced open, spread with butter and filled with thin slices of ham
- ($7) Salami Cornichon – French salami sandwich made of a baguette sliced open, spread with herbed butter and filled with salami and cornichons
- ($5) Nutella Candied Orange – French sandwich made of a baguette sliced open, spread with Nutella and filled with candied orange slices
PASTRIES
- ($5) Plain Croissant
- ($7) Chocolate Croissant
- ($7) Chocolate Raspberry Bow Croissant
- ($5) Éclair
- ($7) Fruit Tartlette
- ($3) French Macaron
DESSERTS
- ($7) Gateaux Saint Honoré – Different this week! A pastry lover’s dream, this gateau St. Honoré is made with golden puff pastry, cream puffs, raspberry, chocolate and marscapone
- ($7) Opera Cake – This classic French Opera Cake is made with layers of almond sponge, potent coffee syrup, coffee flavored French buttercream, and chocolate ganache
- ($7) Fraisier Mini Gateaux [GLUTEN FREE] – This delicate French gateau handmade out of two layers of fluffy gluten free vanilla sponge filled with whipped cream and visible delicious strawberries
- ($7) Strawberry Pavlova [GLUTEN FREE] – Strawberry pavlova is a meringue-based dessert traditionally topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries
EXTRAS
- ($7) Palmiers
- ($7) Chocolate Coated Pistachios & Almonds
- ($7) Chocolate Truffles [GLUTEN FREE]
- ($5) Chocolate Pot De Crème [GLUTEN FREE]
BEVERAGES
- ($5) Latte
- ($5) Cappuccino
- ($3) Espresso
- ($5) Café Noisette – French coffee drink consisting of a shot of espresso with a small amount of hot milk or cream
- ($5) Café Viennois – A single or double shot of espresso topped with whipped cream
- ($5) Chocolat Chaud – A rich and thick Parisian Hot Chocolate made with top-quality chocolate and whole milk – no cream! (Just like they do in Paris)
May 5, 2025 | Curry Campus, Curry News, News, OCCI News
Summer Term 2025-26 is quickly approaching, and Fall Term will be here before we know it!
- SUMMER TERM: Classes start Monday, June 23, 2025
- FALL TERM: Classes start Monday, Sept. 15, 2025
Below are instructions about how to register. If you are experiencing any issues registering after reading the below, please contact us:
- Coos Campus Students: Call 541-888-7352 or Email
- Curry Campus Students: Call 541-813-1677 or Email
REGISTRATION FOR DEGREE OR CERTIFICATE SEEKING STUDENTS:
If you are already a current/admitted student, below are instructions on registering.
Not a current or admitted student? You’ll need to first complete an Application for Admission to Southwestern.** Not sure whether or not you’re an admitted student? Contact us using the information above! (**Note: If you’re a community member simply looking to take a credit class for fun or personal enrichment, you’ll complete the Community Education and Personal Enrichment Form in lieu of the Application for Admission).
SUMMER TERM: Credit classes begin Monday, June 23, 2025. Registration for credit classes is available May 5, 2025 – June 25, 2025 (Starting June 26, 2025, you will first need instructor consent before registering for a class).
FALL TERM: Credit classes begin Monday, Sept. 15, 2025. Registration is available May 5, 2025 – Sept. 17, 2025 (Starting Sept. 18, you will first need instructor consent before registering for a class).
To register:
- First, clear with your advisor! If you’re unsure who your advisor is, you may call 541-888-7405 or schedule an advising meeting. Curry Campus students call 541-813-1667.
- Login to myLakerLink using your student ID and password.
- Search for courses to add under the appropriate term drop down. **Be sure you filter for credit classes (NOT community education classes)**
REGISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY CLASSES (COMMUNITY EDUCATION):
Summer Term 2025-26 community education class registration opens Wednesday, June 4 at 8:00 a.m. To register, follow the instructions on the top of the community class page. Classes offered for the term will post on the page prior to registration opening.
Stay tuned! Information about Fall Term 2025-26 community education class registration will become available later this summer.
As a reminder, all academic term dates and other important milestones may be found on the Academic Calendar. Click on the “2025-26 Academic Calendar” button for a .pdf version, or click on the “categories” button and filter for “instructional calendar” to view the online version.
