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.
Fall Term 2026-27 Registration
Fall Term 2026-27 is quickly approaching! Classes begin Monday, Sept. 14, 2026. Below are instructions about how to register. If you are...
Reservations Open for OCCI’s 2026 Summer Restaurant Lunch Series
Coos Bay, OR – Looking for a unique lunch experience this summer? Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College...
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute to host the “Oregon Coast Food & Wine Celebration” – July 18, 2026
Coos Bay, OR – The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College invites the community to our inaugural Oregon...
Summer & Fall Terms 2026-27 Registration
Summer Term 2026-27 is quickly approaching, and Fall Term will be here before we know it! SUMMER TERM: Classes start Monday, June 22, 2026 FALL...
OCCI Announces Spring “La Patisserie” Weekly Sales
Coos Bay, OR – The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) will host a series of “La Patisserie”...
SWOCC Foundation and OCCI 2026 Winemaker’s Dinner with Abacela Winery – May 16, 2026
The Southwestern Foundation and Oregon Coast Culinary institute invite the community to an engaging evening of food and wine at the 2026 Winemaker’s...
OCCI Pizza & More Pop-Up Sale! – March 13, 2026
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) will host a pizza pop-up sale (plus more) on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. OCCI...
Spring Term 2026 Registration
Spring Term 2025-26 is quickly approaching! Classes start Monday, March 30, 2026. Below are instructions about how to register. If you are...
OCCI Pizza Pop-Up Sale! – Feb. 20, 2026
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) will host a pizza pop-up sale on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. OCCI students have...
OCCI Pizza Pop-Up Sale! – Feb. 13, 2026
OCCI will host its first pop-up sale of the term on Friday, February 13, 2026 from 11am - 1pm. Our students have been working hard and practicing...