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Jackie was born and raised in France on Brittany’s beautiful coast. Her formal studies in language began at L’ universite de Rennes and continued at Fullerton State University and University of California, Irvine, where she completed her Ph.D. in French. It was a...

This scholarship was established by the family and friends of James Edward Carnett. The endowment has been funded to a significant degree by the Community College Public Relations Organization (CCPRO). Born in Orange County in 1968, Jim grew up in Costa Mesa and...

James Greenhalge began serious music study in 1971. In 1977 he enrolled at OCC and studied organ and harpsichord with Dr. Justin Colyar. He received a scholarship award for harpsichord. In 1980, he transferred to Cal State Fullerton to continue his studies. He...

James (Jim) Nicholas Plumb was on the OCC Dance Faculty from 1985 until his death in 1990. During those short five years, his impact as a teacher on students was tremendous. His own personal interest was in the choreographic process. Jim’s artistic and...

In the hope that it will assist in the attainment of their educational goals, this award is given to Orange Coast College students who excel in scholarship and exhibit true commitment to the college and its students and create a legacy of leadership.

Jim Jones was a project superintendent for the Presley Companies and typified what a construction superintendent should be. He was a professional home builder who held the highest standards not only for himself but for the subcontractors that worked for him. This...

Joanne Rawson loved life. She was active in the Newport Ski Club, took dance classes from Orange Coast College and earned a Pilates Certificate too. She was passionate about pilates and would like to help out someone who has the passion too.

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For the adult ESL student, acquiring the academic language proficiency necessary for success in college-level work is an arduous task requiring self-discipline and conscientious study. The ESL Scholarship is given to a student who, in the estimation of his or her...

A native of Minneapolis, John McEnary graduated from the University of Minnesota with B.F.A. and M.F.A. degrees in music. He did additional graduate work at the University of California at San Diego where he was a recipient of a Regents Fellowship. He joined OCC’s...

John was a great man of many talents and accomplishments. He triumphed over huge personal and business challenges in the course of his life. In 1988, John embarked on his final and most pleasurable journey when he decided to escape the boredom of retirement and...

The scholarship was established by the family, friends, and colleagues of John Peter Rubino, a professional pilot who died in an air crash at the age of thirty-four. Early in life, John gained a love for flying; he began flight lessons at the age of fourteen, soloed...

This scholarship is dedicated in loving memory of John P. Potter, Director of Physical Facilities Planning for the Coast Community College District from 1968 until his retirement in 1984. Prior to his administrative post, John also taught Apprentice Carpentry...

This scholarship was established to honor OCC faculty member John Spaulding. For twenty years, John taught within the Allied Health core and was an integral part of the Diagnostic Radiologic Technology Program. His commitment to the education of Radiologic...

Josefa Gaona Macias received an education as far as the second grade in Mexico. She was financially responsible for 14 orphaned nieces and nephews in Mexico, and led a financially constricted life. For this reason, though she took on this obligation with joy, she...

Joe Kroll was a member of the OCC staff from 1953 until his sudden death in 1975. He served as a teacher, a coach, and as the Dean of Students for 13 years. Under his leadership, the Student Services program and the Associated Students of Orange Coast College rose...

This scholarship is awarded to a student at Orange Coast College who is involved in the Dance Department. The faculty select a student who goes the extra mile for the Dance Department by using his or her creative energy to enhance and inspire students and faculty to...

The many faculty, classified staff, and students at Orange Coast College wish to dedicate this scholarship in loving memory of Joyce Kai Mott. We do this in recognition of her unfailing dedication and devotion to students, staff, and the institution as a whole. ...

We, the many who loved her, believe as Julie did that the beauty of a good life is forever. So, while Julie’s life ended tragically at the age of 28 on September 7, 1990 at the hands of a drunk driver, her death does not mark the end of her influence. Her good life...

The Dr. Justin Colyar Memorial Scholarship was established in 1986 by the Orange Coast College Music Department to assist keyboard performers who will be returning to the college. The scholarship was established with respect and admiration for Jay’s outstanding...

These scholarships are designed to assist Rad Tech and DMS students with financial assistance while they are enrolled full time in the Rad Tech or DMS Program. The funds will help encourage these outstanding students to continue their education and reward them so...

As OCC Dance Department Chairperson from 1983-2000, and 24 year dance faculty member, Karen Shanley infused the OCC Dance Department with its distinctive personality and vision.�� During her tenure as chair, she established three vocational dance certificates in...

Kay was hired in 1959 as a Secretary in OCC’s Publicity Office. She became Secretary to the Dean of Instruction, Dr. Moore, the following year. When Dr. Moore became the college’s President in 1964, she moved with him and became secretary to the president for the...

This scholarship was established by the Counseling Division at Orange Coast College in memory of Kelly Lee for her accomplishments here at Orange Coast College from 2002-2005. Kelly was a compassionate counselor who touched the lives of many students and faculty on...

Awarded to the most academically deserving seriously orthopedically handicapped or blind student who has completed a minimum of thirty semester units of college or university level courses. In honor of four -Sister Elizabeth Kenny, Dr. Arthur Legg, Miss Jane Turner,...

Kent grew up in Newport Beach, was a Cub Scout, a Boy Scout, and a sailor, who in his teens became an ardent musician and a member of a contemporary group. After two years at Orange Coast College he went on to graduate from Long Beach State University with a...

This scholarship was established by Mr. Vu’s widow and his five children in honor and memory of her husband and their father. His sacrifice and dedication to his children’s education was his main priority when his family immigrated to the U.S. in 1990. Today his...

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Chaim Carl Nash was a remarkable soul who always put others before himself. Chesed (kindness), tzedaka (charity), family values and a strong Jewish education for children were driving forces in his life. He was passionate about potential and he encouraged everyone...