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.
OCCI Pop-Up Sale! Pizza & More – Nov. 15, 2024
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! – Oct. 18, 2024
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...
OCCI hosts 2024 Winemaker’s Dinner with Willamette Valley Vineyards – May 4, 2024
COOS BAY, OR -- Experience an evening of culinary excellence and exquisite wines as the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute and Southwestern Oregon...
Culinary students excel on USA Olympic team
From Coos Bay USA to Stuttgart Germany, eight student chefs and Executive Chef Randy Torres brought the award-winning spirit of Southwestern’s...
