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It’s Back! Save The Date: October 18, 2025

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 Brad Gilreath

The live, in-person Marine Gear Sale & Boat Auction is back in 2025 on October 18, 2025. More details to follow.

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Navigating Change: Women at the Helm of Maritime Leadership

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 Brad Gilreath
advertisement for panel discussion at OCC with Anne McIntyre, Marie Rogers, Bonnie Lowenthal, and Christina Danai.

Orange Coast College Waterfront Campus is proud to present Navigating Change: Women at the Helm of Maritime Leadership on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at our Newport Beach campus. This landmark event will bring together trailblazing Read More …

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Meet the New Waterfront Director – Justin Dion

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024 Brad Gilreath

Orange Coast College is pleased to welcome Justin Dion as the new Director of the Waterfront Campus. Dion joined OCC from the East Coast, bringing valuable experience as a maritime professional on United States Navy and government cargo vessels. Licensed Read More …

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