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Odessa College 30 For 30 Fitness Challenge Finale-DRB Media Communications Digital News

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Odessa, Texas/October 7, 2022-Odessa College held its 15th Anniversary 30 For 30 FITNESS CHALLENGE finale. Over 2700 participants from across Texas took part in the fitness challenge. 

(Christine Williams, Community Recreation Director-Odessa College Sports Center-Odessa, Texas) 

The 30 FOR 30 FITNESS CHALLENGE was introduced to OC staff and employees then later open to the community by Dr. Gregory Williams, President of Odessa College. The fitness challenge is now nationwide and has spread to other countries. 

(Christine Williams, Community Recreation Director-Odessa College Sports Center-Odessa, Texas) 

Follow Odessa College and the 30 FOR 30 FITNESS CHALLENGE on social media and the OC website for next year’s fitness challenge and upcoming community events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera 

19 Students Sign Letters of Commitment to Ford Asset Program-DRB Media Communications Digital News

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Odessa, Texas/August 28, 2022-19 students signed letters of commitment to the elite two-year specialized Automotive Student Service Education Training program also known as the Ford ASSET Program at Odessa College’s Automotive Technology. 

(Robert Turner, Director-Auto/Diesel Program at Odessa College) 

Students were joined by representatives of their sponsor dealerships from Sewell Ford in Odessa, Rogers Ford in Midland, Bayer Ford of Lamesa and Premier Ford of Camanche, Texas 

(Luis Ordaz, Odessa College Automotive Technology Student) 

OC Automotive Technology students will alternate between classroom learning and hands-on experience at a Ford or Lincoln Dealership over a 24-month period. 

(Robert Turner, Director-Auto/Diesel Program at Odessa College) 

When the students successfully complete the two-year program, they will have earned an Associate’s Degree and Ford Certifications. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.  

DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS(071322)-MCH AND OC TO ASSIST NURSING SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH TUITION

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Odessa, Texas/July 13, 2022-Medical Center Health System and Odessa college announced a partnership to assist nursing school students with tuition. On June 7th, the agreement between MCH and OC was approved by the Ector County Hospital District Board of Directors. 

(Russell Tippin, CEO/President-Medical Center Health System) 

Students who are interested in nursing school can apply through Medical Center Hospital. Existing and new students that are enrolled in the OC Nursing Program are eligible to apply for the MCH Nursing Scholarship. 

(Christin Timmons, Chief Nursing Officer-Medical Center Health System) 

Upon graduation, MCH will guarantee at least two years of employment. 

(Tyler Lowrey, LV Studying to become RN-Case Management-MCH) 

Medical Center Hospital currently has 65 nursing positions open and is ready to hire qualified nurses. 

For DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS, Danny Barrera 

 

DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS(062922)-ODESSA COLLEGE DOWNTOWN GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

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Odessa, Texas/June 29, 2022-Odessa College held a special groundbreaking ceremony that began at the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center featuring commentary from college representatives, and Mayor Javier Joven. Odessa College will a major presence in downtown area beginning with Phase One with the development of a green space and an educational facility. 

(Toby Eoff, Owner-Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center-Odessa, Texas) 

Plans to revitalize the Odessa Downtown area started about 20 years ago. The Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center became the center piece and the start of the revitalization of downtown. 

(Toby Eoff, Owner-Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center-Odessa, Texas) 

The Odessa College Phase One downtown development may be completed within 8th months. Additional fundraising is now underway. 

(Gregory Williams-President of Odessa, College-Odessa, Texas) 

The future site of the Odessa College green space and multi-facility buildings was the original location of the old Odessa American newspaper, which was purchased by the last city council administration, under Mayor David Turner. 

(Javier Jover, Mayor-City of Odessa, Texas) 

For DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS, Danny Barrera 

DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS(061022)-ODESSA COLLEGE PREVIEW DAY FAIR

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Odessa, Texas/June 10, 2022-Odessa College held its 2nd Annual Preview Day Fair at the outdoor Amphitheatre behind the Saulsbury Campus Center on Thursday, June 9th. Representatives from all OC instructional department answered questions of what Odessa College has to offer its students. 

(Jonathan Fuentes, Vice-President-Academic Partnerships) 

Attendees to the Odessa College Preview Day had the opportunity to talk to the OC financial department about financial aid and scholarships. 

(Jonathan Fuentes, Vice-President-Academic Partnerships) 

Visitors received t-shirts, kids enjoyed jumpers, games and eats.  

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS (111121)-ANNUAL VETERANS’ DAY FLAG RAISING CEREMONY AT OC

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Odessa, Texas/November 11, 2021-On Thursday morning, November 11th Odessa College employees and students gathered to honor veterans and observe the annual Veterans’ Day Flag Raising Ceremony.

Odessa College board of trustees member Bruce Shearer was honored with a plaque during the ceremony in recognition of his service to the nation, Odessa College and to the Odessa community.

(Gloria Rangel, Veterans Affairs Coordinator, Odessa College)

The Odessa Police Department Honor Guard performed the flag raising ceremony infront of the Saulsbury Campus Center.

(NAT SND)

Veterans who want to attend Odessa College can get in touch with the Veterans Affairs Department at the college to get information on what benefits are available to them.

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera