Noticias de la Fundación

Meet Kaye Placio, who recently joined the OC Foundation Board of Directors.

Kaye is currently a Biomedical Engineering major student and the Associated Student Government President (ASG) at Oxnard College. She will be transferring in Fall 2024 to earn her bachelor’s degree and continue her studies by applying for medical school. She leads the ASG board to amplify student voice and to maintain a quality student experience here at Oxnard College. Kaye chose Oxnard College because of the […]

The November 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following topics are featured in the bulletin:

• Mercado comunitario
• Foundation Scholarships
• Alumni Network
• Board Member Spotlight
• Próximos eventos

Click to read the November Bulletin

Meet Mari Estrada, who recently joined the OC Foundation Board of Directors.

Mari works at Moorpark College as the Program Director of Bachelor Degree Programs, serves as a lecturer for CSU Channel Islands, and adjunct faculty for Fresno City College. Mari’s work focuses on workforce development which includes professional development and higher education.

As the youngest of four, she felt tremendous pressure to go to college despite limited financial means. Mari fully understands concerns about student loan debt, the […]

The October 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following is featured in the bulletin:

• OC Athletics Teams Drive
• El Concilio Awards
• Scholarship updates
• Fire Academy news
• Alumni Network
• Dia de los Muertos invitation
• Board Member Spotlight
• Próximos eventos

Click to read the October Bulletin

Meet Maria Thayer, who recent joined the OC Foundation Board of Directors.

Maria works at California Lutheran University as the Director of Hispanic-Serving Institution Initiatives and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice Programs. As a first-generation college graduate, Maria’s mission is to make higher education accessible to all students. She brings 16 years of leadership experience to the campus. She received her bachelor’s from CSUN in Psychology and Chicana/o Studies, a master’s from CSUCI in Business Administration (MBA) and […]

The OC Foundation is pleased to be spotlighted in the Pacific Coast Business Times annual Giving Guide.

The two-page layout features information about the Foundation, along with an impressive advertisement about Oxnard College.

Pickup a copy to view other amazing non-profit organizations, which are also strengthening our community. A big thanks to the team at the Pac Biz Times for continuing to promote the business and community engagement of our amazing area.

View the online version of the Giving […]

OC Foundation board member, Gabriela Rodriguez, was featured on the front page of today’s issue of Vida Newspaper for outstanding service to others.

Gabriela is the director of Proyecto Exito, a Title V Grant aimed at helping students determine their career paths.

Raised in Oxnard, she earned a master’s degree in Education with a Guidance Counselor credential after completing her undergraduate degree in Cultural Anthropology at UC Santa Barbara. She actively serves the community through the […]

The September 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following is featured in the bulletin:

• OC Arts dedication ceremonies
• Student Support Services donation
• Scholarship updates
• Metallica donation
• Alumni Network
• OC Employee Giving sets record
• Board Member Spotlight
• Próximos eventos

Click to read the September Bulletin

OC Foundation board member, Brenda Heredia, was selected as a recipient of the 40 Under 40 Award presented by the Pacific Coast Business Times.

She’s a member of the 23rd 40 Under 40 class, which the Biz Times tabs as a select group of the region’s rising stars.

Brenda provides leadership service to three different organizations, including the OC Foundation, and works for the City of Oxnard. A graduate of Ventura College, Cal State Long Beach, […]

Oxnard College Receives $100,000 Grant from Metallica’s All Within My Hands’ Scholars Initiative
The Grant Will Fund Equipment for Oxnard College’s Career Education Students

Oxnard, Calif. (Aug. 21, 2023) — Oxnard College has been selected to receive a $100,000 grant from the Grammy Award-winning band Metallica and its foundation, All Within My Hands. The award will support students in the college’s Culinary Arts, Dental Hygiene and Fire Academy programs as the band continues its multimillion-dollar investment in critical workforce […]

Oxnard College is a very special place, home to committed leaders, both in and out of the classroom. The family atmosphere is readily apparent on all areas of campus, nurturing a caring, supportive, and empowering environment to learn and succeed.

Through the OC Foundation, College and District employees are able to invest in the growth and advancement of the College by contributing toward campus programs and scholarship grants. During the 2022/2023 fiscal year, 25 campus leaders contributed a […]

The Oxnard College Foundation is conducting a strategic planning process to identify strategies that will best advance its mission of supporting Oxnard College and its students. The process allows the board, staff, and stakeholders to outline the Foundation’s most important priorities.

Campus and community members are invited to participate in the strategic planning process by completing a Campus/Community Survey. The purpose is to collect and discuss feedback pertaining to the Foundation’s programs, resourcefulness, […]

The July 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following is featured in the bulletin:

• New Foundation board members
• Record number of donations
• Foundation strategic plan
• Scholarship information
• OC STEM Alumnus of the Month
• Alumni Network
• Próximos eventos
• Summer Checklist

Click to read the July Bulletin

The OC Foundation board voted in six new directors at its June full board meeting. It marks the largest class of incoming board members in many years. These outstanding leaders join an amazing team of committed change-makers.

Please welcome the following new directors:

Mari Estrada-Gonzalez
Lecturer Faculty & Special Consultant, Early Childhood Studies
Cal State Channel Islands

Rachel Jones
Assistant Vice President – Information System Security Administrator
Community West Bank

Antonio Rodriguez
Attorney
Staker|Johnson Law Corporation

Gabriela Rodriguez
Title V Grant Director – Proyecto Exito
Oxnard College

Vincent Stewart
Retired
Lockheed-Martin Corporation

Maria Thayer
Director […]

Now that the summer has begun, the OC Foundation recommends the following summertime activities.

• Review scholarship applications for students seeking to continue their Oxnard College education during the upcoming school year. Easy sign up!
• Visit the Marketplace, held every Sunday. The OC Community Marketplace features around 105 vendors offering a variety of household items, produce, and prepared meals.
• Share a story about your Oxnard College experience. We’d love to learn how OC has impacted your […]
  

The June 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following is featured in the bulletin:

• Graduation festivities
• Transfer and Scholarship Ceremony
• Athletic Hall of Fame Celebration
• OC Family Fest Recap
• Scholarship Deadline and Invitation
• OC STEM Alumni of the Month
• Alumni Network Invitation
• Próximos eventos
• Summer Checklist

Click to read the June Bulletin

The OC Foundation was pleased to attend last night’s TRIO Upward Bound Graduation.  The remarks made by incredible leaders and the involvement of loved ones during the graduation ceremony made for an inspiring celebration.

Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their pre-college performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. In particular, Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families and […]

Damaris Figueroa, the first student representative on the OC Foundation Board of Directors, was elected as the VCCCD’s Student Trustee for the 2023/2024 term.

We are extremely proud of Damaris, who’s been an active and vocal member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors. There’s no doubt her leadership and passion will make a difference within the entire District.

Read more about Damaris

The 2nd Annual OC Family Fest was absolutely incredible!

Sponsored by the OC Foundation and coordinated by the OC Marketing and Public Relations Office, the event welcomed the combined OC campus and greater Oxnard community for a day of fun, activities, and enjoyment.

The Foundation table welcomed many OC alumni, who shared stories and signed up for the newly created OC Alumni Network.

Visitors also learned more about scholarships, donations, and other Foundation activities.

It was so much […]

OC’s University Transfer Center hosted its annual Transfer Ceremony on Friday, May 5 to an auditorium full of administration, faculty, students, and families. The end of the year celebration recognized students for their academic performances noted their pursuits of further education. The event was co-sponsored by Proyecto Exito and the OC Foundation.

Attendees were inspired by remarks made by Letty Mojica, OC’s Transfer & Honors Counselor, and Oscar Cobian, OC’s Acting President. A highlight of the event was […]

The May 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following is featured in the bulletin:

• OC Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet Invitation
• Student Representative elected to VCCCD Trustees
• Scholarships Notification and Invitation
• OC Family Fest Reminder
• Campus Celebrations
• New Foundation Board member
• OC STEM Alumni of the Month
• Alumni Network Invitation
• Próximos eventos

Click to read the May Bulletin

The TRIO Student Support Services graduation was an extraordinary experience for Oxnard College, its TRIO SSS program, and the SSS graduates and their families. Sponsored by the OC Foundation, the graduation featured keynote presentations from:

• Dr. Rick MacLennan – Ventura County Community College District’s Chancellor
• Dr. Paloma Vargas – Oxnard College’s Dean of Math, Science, Health, Kinesiology, and Athletics
• Joanna Arenas – OC TRIO Upward Bound and TRIO SSS alumnus

Everyone in attendance also observed a moving speech […]

In addition to sponsoring this Sunday’s Oxnard College Family Fest, your OC Foundation will feature at table at the event. The second annual event runs from 12pm to 4pm on the Oxnard College campus. And, while you’re at the big event, take advantage of the Community Marketplace!

We’re anticipating a large number of community members at the event. All Oxnard College past students are encouraged to visit the Foundation booth to sign up for our new OC Alumni […]

The campus will be buzzing with activities throughout the month of May. It’s all inspired by the end of spring semester. Hundreds of students will be celebrating their academic achievements, opening the doors to extraordinary education and career possibilities. You’re encouraged to visit campus to celebrate these outstanding accomplishments.

Make sure the following are featured on your calendars.

TRIO Student Support Services Graduation – May 3
OC STEM Recognition Ceremony – May 4
OC Transfer Ceremony (and Scholarship presentations) – May […]

The OC Foundation welcomes Joe Black to its Board of Directors.

Joe is Co-Founder and President/CEO of JSL Technologies, Inc. He brings over 35 years of industry and military experience and has served in multiple profit and loss positions at the executive level.

Joe attended Oxnard College from 1979 to 1982 before transferring to California Coast University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations.

Joe’s reason for joining the board…
“I would like an opportunity to […]

The April 2023 Bulletin provides an update to recent and upcoming OC Foundation programs and activities. The following is featured in the bulletin:

• Recent Foundation donor reception
• Record number of scholarship applications
• OC Family Fest scheduled
• OC Athletic Alumni Association Hall of Fame announced
• New OC Foundation board member
• OC STEM Alumni of the Month

Click to read the April Bulletin

The OC Foundation hosted its first donor reception in quite a while last night, in conjunction with the OC LIVE event. Foundation supporters gathered in the PAB Conference Center to enjoy camaraderie, local wine, and tasty finger snacks before watching Hermanos Herrera take the stage in its incredible performance.

The reception presented an opportunity to thank the Foundation’s financial supporters for their generous contributions. President’s Circle ($1,000 and up) and Condor Club (monthly giving donors) enjoyed the opportunity […]

The OC Foundation’s March Bulletin was distributed today. Released on our favorite day, Foundation Friday, the bulletin provides an update of recent activities and presents opportunities and future events.

You’ll find information regarding:

• A new named endowment
• Monthly giving benefits
• Transfer scholarship deadlines
• Foundation-sponsored events

Click to read the Foundation Bulletin

The OC Career Center is hosting its annual Spring Job Fair on Tuesday, March 7 from 10:00am-1:00pm in the Oxnard College Quad Area.

In partnership with the City of Oxnard, West Ventura County Business Alliance, and Oxnard College’s Proyecto Exito, the event is open to the entire community. The OC Foundation is proud to sponsor the event, as it provides Oxnard College students and our community’s job seekers the opportunity to meet over 45 organizations seeking new hires. Coffee […]

Did you know the act of Giving has been scientifically proven to provide health benefits for those who contribute voluntarily and/or financially to their community? Yes – it’s true! And every good habit we adopt has a lasting impact on ourselves and our communities.

We’ve learned that there’s a chemical response in your body when you do something nice. As you make your contribution, your act of generosity triggers the following chemicals:

• Serotonin, which regulates your mood;
• Dopamine, […]
  

The OC Foundation’s February Bulletin was distributed today. Released on our favorite day, Foundation Friday, the bulletin provides an update of recent activities and presents opportunities and future events.

You’ll find information regarding:

• An exciting major donation
• Scholarship Application and Review opportunities
• First ever STEM Alumni event
• Condor Club info

If you did not receive the bulletin in your email inbox, click the “Join our email list” button at the top of the screen. Click to read the Foundation […]

We’re excited to participate in tomorrow’s Spring Evening Resource Fair, taking place at the Clocktower at 5:00pm.

The Resource Fair presents a golden opportunity for students to learn about vital campus programs available to them. Each provide services and resources to help maximize their educational journey.

The OC Foundation will share important scholarship information. Be sure to ask us about our new scholarship application and tips to writing compelling applications.

The Oxnard College Foundation was established in January 1983 by a group of committed campus and community leaders who shared a strong passion for supporting the growth of Oxnard College and the success of its students.

In honor of the impact created by the Foundation over the past 40 years, we’ll celebrate the milestone throughout the 2023 calendar year. You’ll see the return of past programs, recognition of alumni and campus leaders, establishment of new opportunities, and much […]

The OC Foundation distributed its first-ever e-bulletin today. Click here or the image to access its stories.

The first story is the announcement of the Foundation’s birthday, which is tomorrow, January 7. The OC Foundation turns 40 years old.

Additional stories provide information about:

• Becas
• Mercado comunitario
• Foundation’s new Executive Director

If you did not receive the bulletin in your email inbox, click the “Join our email list” button at the top of the screen.

The calendar year is quickly coming to a close, but it’s not too late to make a difference  at Oxnard College.

Students are preparing for another vigorous semester, which begins on January 6th. With your support, they’ll gain an extra advantage when focusing on their education.

Unless you choose otherwise, we’re encouraging all donors to select the Oxnard College Student Support Fund – Phil Greene Memorial for their year end contributions. […]

May the Holiday season bring the students, faculty, and administration, as well as the greater Oxnard College community an abundance of family, happiness and success.

Giving Tuesday, a national one-day celebration of charitable giving, arrives onto the Oxnard College campus on Tuesday, November 29. Alumni, staff, faculty, and members of the greater community are invited to make a difference through a contribution to the OC Foundation. The end recipients of the day’s generosity are students who are in dire need of financial assistance.

The Oxnard College Foundation’s highest priority is to ensure students’ needs […]

We’re excited to announce that Jon Light, a member of the OC Foundation Board of Directors, was named as a Who’s Who in Professional Services by the Pacific Coast Business Times.

Currently in his third year of leadership on the Foundation Board, Jon is the chair of the Public Relations Committee.

Here’s how the Pacific Coast Business Times described Jon in its October 28, 2022 issue:

Jonathan Light is the managing attorney […]

We honor all current and former members of the Armed Services, particularly Oxnard College students, alumni, administration, faculty, staff, and supporters.

Our country’s greatness is built on the foundation of your courage and sacrifice.

Thank you!

The LA Rams visited Oxnard College yesterday to earn another victory. Led by its Head of Employee Experience, Oracio Galindo, the national championship franchise created an indelible impact on the College and its students during First Generation College Day.

Hosted by the Oxnard College Career Center, Galindo participated in a Question/Answer exchange with Director of Athletics, Jonas Crawford. The two of them delivered an awe-aspiring dialogue, where Oracio described his educational and career journeys, provided a detailed overview […]

Representatives from NFL Champions, the LA Rams, are visiting with Oxnard College students tomorrow, November 8 in the Performing Arts Building. Students will learn about internships and career possibilities with the LA Rams and professional sports.

The OC Foundation is pleased to sponsor the event, which provides an opportunity for students to network with professionals, recognize the transferability of their skills into sports management, and celebrate the LA Rams.

While it may […]

An incredible event celebrating Dia de los Muertos was held on the Oxnard College campus on Friday, October 28. Thanks to a collaborative planning effort between Oxnard College, El Rio School District, Inlakech Cultural Arts Center, Santa Paula Unified School District, and CA Poets in the Schools, the event attracted hundreds of community members. The OC Foundation is pleased to co-sponsor this event with FOMAT Medical Research, Port of Hueneme, Ruby’s Mexican Restaurant, La Tolteca Tortilla Company, […]

La Fundación OC recibió una oferta especial de Santa to the Sea, que cada año financia un número importante de becas para estudiantes del Oxnard College.

Santa to the Sea celebra su 15ª edición. Este evento comenzó en 2003 como una campaña de recogida de juguetes para celebrar el traslado del Papá Noel más grande del mundo de Carpentaria a Oxnard. Desde entonces ha crecido hasta convertirse en un robusto evento de carrera, de recogida de juguetes y de recaudación de fondos para la comunidad. Santa to the Sea incluye un [...]