News Releases
College to Host Non-Profit Resource Fair
October 7, 2024 – The College of the Canyons Center for Civic and Community Engagement—in collaboration with COC's Golden Z Club—invites the community to attend the Non-Profit Community Resource Fair on Tuesday, October 8.
Fall Star Party Scheduled for November 1
October 4, 2024 – On Friday, Nov. 1, Dr. Jason Wright, an astronomy and astrophysics professor at Penn State, will present “Intelligent Ways to Search for Extraterrestrials” at the College of the Canyons Fall 2024 Star Party.
Community Invited to Homecoming Celebration
October 3, 2024 – The College of the Canyons Athletic Department and Associated Student Government (ASG) are inviting students, staff and community members to attend the 2024 Homecoming Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 17 at Cougar Stadium.
Registration Open for Short-Term Classes
September 24, 2024 – Students looking to enroll in the College of the Canyons Fall 2024 semester—which started on August 19— or take on an additional course before the semester ends can choose from nearly 400 short-term classes.
Rising Scholars to Offer Post-Conviction Services
September 24, 2024 – In collaboration with The Access Project (TAP), the College of the Canyons Rising Scholars program will provide free post-conviction legal services to current and former students, as well as COC employees and their family members.
Bond Oversight Committee Members Appointed
September 23, 2024 – The College of the Canyons Board of Trustees approved the appointment of three new members to the Santa Clarita Community College District Independent Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee at its September 11 meeting.
Aerospace Team Receives $300,000 NASA Grant
September 19, 2024 – The College of the Canyons Aerospace and Science Team (AST) has received a $300,000 grant from NASA’s Mentoring and Opportunities in STEM with Academic Institutions for Community Success (MOSAICS) program, which aims to expand student access to research opportunities in science and space engineering, as well as to NASA’s workforce.
Board of Trustees Appoints Carlos Guerrero
September 19, 2024 – The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees appointed Carlos Guerrero to fill Board Seat No. 5, effective immediately, at its September 18 meeting.
College Earns Zero Energy Design Designation
September 11, 2024 – College of the Canyons is one of only two community colleges in the nation to have been named a 2024 Zero Energy Design Designation recipient by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Andrus Named Interim Superintendent/President
August 15, 2024 – The Board of Trustees has appointed David C. Andrus, J.D., the district’s interim superintendent/president.
Foundation Golf Tournament Set for Oct. 28
August 13, 2024 – The College of the Canyons Foundation will host its “Swing for Student Success” Golf Tournament at Valencia Country Club on Oct. 28.
Clinical Lab Scientist Program to Launch
August 12, 2024 – College of the Canyons will launch its Clinical Laboratory Scientist certificate program this fall.
Performing Arts Center Shows Announced
June 24, 2024 – The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center Spotlight Series will feature a diverse lineup of musicians and performers, as well as family-friendly events.
College to Launch First Bachelor's Degree
June 17, 2024 – College of the Canyons will launch its first bachelor's degree program – a bachelor of science in building performance – in January.
