A Conversation with Robert Pondiscio at Grunin Center Sept. 28
September 6, 2023The Ocean County College Foundation will welcome author and education scholar Robert Pondiscio to the Main Stage at the Grunin Center for the Arts at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 28. This event is part of the Foundation’s Blauvelt Speaker Series. Robert Pondiscio is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he.......
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Dr. Monaco’s Fall 2023 Colloquium Speech
September 1, 2023Unleashing Potential: Nurturing a Vibrant and Inclusive Community for All Thursday, August 31, 2023 Grunin Center Theater 9:00 a.m. Dr. Pamela Monaco President What a spectacular day! People–together–in person. It is so good to see you. I appreciate your taking the time to take part in this sharing of thoughts and ideas that will then.......
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The Warrior Mindset: CW2 Nick Lavery Speaks at Grunin Center on Sept. 11
August 30, 2023The Veterans and Military Resource Center (VMRC) at Ocean County College is pleased to welcome Chief Warrant Officer 2 Nick Lavery to speak at the Grunin Center at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, September 11. Lavery will discuss the “Warrior Mindset” philosophy and share his inspirational story of sacrifice, determination and resilience. Admission is free and.......
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Dr. Monaco’s August 24, 2023 Report to the Board of Trustees
August 23, 2023Student Recognition Front Runner New Jersey (FRNJ) is an online media site dedicated to highlighting African-American leadership, achievement, and culture in South Jersey. Its newsletter, FRNJ Extra, shares positive stories on black leaders from all walks of life as well as announces events, addresses issues, and provides commentary that bring the black experience to life. .......
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CAREER TRAINING OPEN HOUSE – Explore Workforce & Professional Education at OCC
August 3, 2023TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Workforce and Professional Education (WPE) department at Ocean County College will host an open house for individuals interested in starting a new career, upgrading their job skills, or exploring new educational opportunities. The event will take place on August 23 from 4-7 p.m. in the Hovnanian Health Sciences Building (#102) on.......
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Helping Hands Food Pantry at Ocean County College Selected as August’s Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Beneficiary
July 31, 2023TOMS RIVER, NJ — Store leadership at Stop & Shop’s Brick Boulevard location has selected Ocean County College’s Helping Hands Food Pantry to receive a $1 donation from every purchase of the $2.50 Stop & Shop Community Bag for the entire month of August. The Community Bag Program facilitates community support with the goal to make.......
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Dr. Monaco’s July 27, 2023 Report to the Board of Trustees
July 26, 2023National Endowment for the Humanities This summer, Dr. Madison Peschock, College Lecturer II in English, received a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grant, which enabled her participation in its program, “Reconsidering Flannery O’Connor,” hosted at Georgia College. Dr. Peschock spent four weeks in O’Connor’s hometown of Milledgeville, Georgia, participating in workshops and scholarship dedicated.......
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Ocean County College Partners with Social Justice Academy to Promote Social Justice Education
July 14, 2023TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County College and the OCC Foundation are pleased to partner with the Social Justice Academy, under the direction of Dr. Nicole Pulliam and Dr. Vernon S. Smith at Monmouth University, to bring a two-week immersive experience for teaching professionals at OCC, led and moderated by Dr. David Ford and Dr........
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OCC’s Grunin Center Announces New Fall Season
July 5, 2023The Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College has announced its Fall 2023 season lineup, with a calendar packed full of exciting events through the end of the year. The new season features big-name talent and a variety of shows for audiences of all ages. All tickets will be on sale on Wednesday,.......
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OCC Repertory Theatre Company Presents ‘Kiss Me, Kate’ at Grunin Center
July 5, 2023The Ocean County College Repertory Theatre Company will present “Kiss Me, Kate” July 14-16 and 21-23 on the Main Stage at the Grunin Center for the Arts, located on the main campus of Ocean County College. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and $18 for students. The first Broadway show ever to win.......
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