Tag: Oxnard College

OC Live — The Show Must Go ON (LINE)!

We are excited to announce the launch of OC LIVE ONLINE, a web-based initiative that will bring arts and education programing direct to your computer or tablet or phone. Coming in August, OC LIVE ONLINE will include streaming presentations with leading figures in education and the arts, musical performances, virtual gallery tours, inspirational student voices, and a special series of homegrown encounters with our very own OC faculty. 

Oxnard College provides update on on-Campus Classes and Events in response to COVID-19 (coronavirus)

Click here for the latest information   Student Services In response to COVID-19 (coronavirus), we have moved our classes to online/virtual platforms. We are providing students with as much information and resources as possible as we navigate through these changes.…

Oxnard College Expands English as a Second Language Program

Beginning fall semester, August 2019, Oxnard College will expand its English as a Second Language program by offering credit and non- credit courses. The credit courses will continue to provide instruction in academic English skills that prepare students for reading…

VCCCD Chancellor Appoints New Leadership at Moorpark and Oxnard Colleges

OXNARD — Ventura County Community College District Chancellor Greg Gillespie has appointed Moorpark College President Luis Sanchez to serve as Oxnard College Acting President. With an immediate vacancy created by this appointment, Chancellor Gillespie has appointed Dr. Julius Sokenu as Moorpark…

Oxnard College President Cynthia Azari to Retire

CAMARILLO — Oxnard College President Cynthia Azari announced this week that she plans to retire June 30, 2019, to spend more time with family in New York and Southern California. Dr. Azari led Oxnard College beginning in March 2016 and has…

April 9 — OC LIVE to present ‘Dolores’

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   DOLORES REBEL. ACTIVIST. FEMINIST. MOTHER. Presented by the OC Dreamers Club Tuesday, April 9 @ 2:30pm in the Performing Arts Building Join the OC Dreamers Club and OC Sociology Professor Dolores Ortiz for…

April 12-13 — Oxnard College to present Ballet Folklórico Mestizo 2019 Spring Show

OXNARD — Oxnard College will present Ballet Folklórico Mestizo 2019 Spring Show at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 12-13 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard Admission is $15 general, $10 for students, children and…

Local colleges, CSUCI closed due to Ventura County region brush fires. Public schools also announced closures. Resources available

VENTURA COUNTY — Oxnard College closed its campus at noon Friday due the the Woolsey/Hill; brush fires. Moorpark College has canceled Friday classes as a result of the Woolsey Fire and related events. The Board of Trustees, Chancellor Gillespie, President Sanchez,…

Oxnard College receives Catalyst Grant to increase support for undocumented students and their families

New Grant Will Provide a Resource Center, Legal Services, and Other Support CAMARILLO — Oxnard College is expanding and creating programs to support undocumented students and their families so that more people will be able to realize their full potential.…

OC Live announces upcoming courses

Exciting Courses This Fall! We here at OC LIVE just wanted to let you know that Oxnard College has some wonderful courses on offer this Fall in the Performing Arts Mariachi Ensemble –  MUS R126 – CRN 73180 Our first Mariachi…

Oxnard College presenting Film, Television and Electronic Media (FTVE) program this fall

Hello Friends of Oxnard College, Interested in audio or film production?  Want to learn how to make a proper YouTube video?  Have a podcast or media project that needs great sound? (See attached flyer!) The Oxnard College Film, Television and Electronic Media (FTVE)…

June 19 — Oxnard College is launching its first Mariachi Ensemble class

OXNARD — Oxnard College is launching its first Mariachi Ensemble class, under the leadership of Maestro Jorge Herrera, of the acclaimed Hermanos Herrera group. The Mariachi Ensemble (MUS R126) is a one-unit, CSU transferable lab course and meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to…

Oxnard College to celebrate 37th anniversary of Ballet Folklórico Mestizo — 2018 Spring Concert April 20 through 22

OXNARD — Please join us for the 37th Anniversary of an OC tradition ––Ballet Folklórico Mestizo. Directed by Matilde Sánchez, Professor, English, ESL, Dance, the Ballet Mestizo brings the sights and sounds of Mexico’s traditional dances and songs to Oxnard College…

March 8 — OC LIVE@Oxnard College to present ‘International Women’s Day’ event

OXNARD — OC LIVE@Oxnard College will present a  “International Women’s Day” event at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Many women experience a playing field at work that is…

Feb. 28 — OC LIVE @OxnardCollege to present ‘Breaking Bounderies— GO. MEET. LEARN’

Hello OC and friends of OC! Coming up next for OC LIVE on Wednesday, February 28, we welcome to the stage Oxnard College Geography Professor Jim Danza! Professor Danza will inspire the audience to expand their horizons and travel abroad. Using stunning photos and videos…

Oxnard College Regional Fire Academy Graduates Top Notch Talent to Keep Our Communities Safe

“Battalion 48: Train Long, Fight Strong” OXNARD — The Oxnard College Regional Fire Academy Graduation for Battalion 48 took place on Saturday, Dec. 9 at the campus performing arts building. The ceremony acknowledged 35 young men who completed a vital…

Bilingual report: Spring 2018 registration continue at Oxnard College for English as a Second Language classes

OXNARD — Spring 2018 registration continues at Oxnard College for English as a Second Language classes. The Spring Semester begins Jan. 8, with ESL classes beginning the week of Jan. 15. Click on flyer for more bilingual information.  

Next OC LIVE event on ‘Addictive Disorders Studies Community Gathering’ to prevent underage, binge drinking in Ventura County, to be held on Nov. 15 at Oxnard College

Hello friends of Oxnard College, Please join us for our next OC LIVE event ADDICTIVE DISORDERS STUDIES COMMUNITY GATHERING to prevent underage and binge drinking in Ventura County TONIGHT Nov 15th from 6:30-8:00 in the Performing Arts building. This event will feature OC ADS Students and Faculty as…

Oct. 24 — OC LIVE to present La Evolución de La Guitarra Española

OXNARD — Up Next for OC LIVE: La Evolución de La Guitarra Española.  You don’t want to miss this wonderful Spanish music concert on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 6:30pm in the Oxnard College Performing Arts building. Guitarist Adam Levin treats the audience to a musical…

Sept. 21 — OC LIVE to present ‘Flamenco Tablao: Song & Dance from Spain’

OXNARD — Our new lecture and performance series, OC LIVE, kicks off on Thursday, September 21, 2017, 6:30 pm, in the Oxnard College Performing Arts Building (event info link here). The goal of OC LIVE is to bring dynamic and inspiring speakers and artists to campus regularlythroughout the academic year. Events…

Registration has begun for English as a Second Language — Basic English class at Oxnard College

OXNARD — Registration begins July 17 for “English as a Second Language — Basic English” class at Oxnard College, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Free books, free tutoring available. Classes begin Aug. 14. For more information, please contact us at 805-678-5907…

Bilingual commentary: Goodbye to a Poet

Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes local guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By David Magallanes /…

Hasta el 27 de mayo — Teatro de las Américas y Oxnard College presentan ‘Los encantos del relajo’

Qué: “LOS ENCANTOS DEL RELAJO” Quién: Teatro de las Américas y Oxnard College presentan la comedia de Norma Román Calvo, Los encantos del relajo, dirigida por Robert Sánchez Cuándo: Del 12 de mayo al 27 de mayo viernes y sábado, 12, 13,…

Register now for the May 26 ‘2017 Indigenous Knowledge Conference’ in Oxnard

OXNARD — Register now for the the “2017 Indigenous Knowledge Conference” at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Building, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Join us in learning more about Ventura County’s 20,000 indigenous Mexican immigrants, their lives, and how to build partnerships with…

Hasta el 27 de mayo — Los encantos del relajo

Qué LOS ENCANTOS DEL RELAJO Quién Teatro de las Américas y Oxnard College presentan la comedia de Norma Román Calvo, Los encantos del relajo, dirigida por Robert Sánchez Cuándo Del 12 de mayo al 28 de mayo • viernes y…

April 21-22 — Oxnard College to present 36th anniversary of Ballet Folklórico Mestizo

OXNARD — Oxnard College will present its 36th anniversary of Ballet Folklórico Mestizo at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 21 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Tickets are available at…

April 5 — Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Presents Dolores Huerta at Oxnard College

Nationally Recognized Show to Honor Labor Legend and Civil Rights Activist April 5 at Oxnard College’s Performing Arts Center, plus FREE Admission OXNARD — In collaboration with the Ventura County Community College District and Oxnard College, Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers will honor…

Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Holiday Special Comes to Oxnard College, Dec. 7

Nationally Recognized Stage Show to Feature Broadway Star Bianca Marroquin, Last Comic Standing’s Francisco Ramos, Inspirational Comedian Ernie G and award-winning host Rick Najera OXNARD —  In collaboration with the Ventura County Community College District and Oxnard College, Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Holiday Special will take…

Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Series Returns to Oxnard College Performing Arts Center for Fourth Season on Oct. 12

2016-2017 Season Kicks Off October 12 with Hollywood & Politics featuring Award-winning Actor Emilio Rivera, Columnist Ruben Navarrette Jr. & Radio HostWendy Carrillo OXNARD —  In collaboration with the Ventura County Community College District and Oxnard College, Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Live Series will return…

Latino Thought Makers Series to present ‘Hollywood and Politics’ at Oxnard College on Oct. 12

2016-2017 Season Kicks Off October 12 with Hollywood & Politics featuring Award-winning Actor Emilio Rivera, Columnist Ruben Navarrette Jr. & Radio HostWendy Carrillo  OXNARD —  In collaboration with the Ventura County Community College District and Oxnard College, Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Live Series will return to…

Last weekend: Teatro de las Américas to present ‘Esperanza Rising’ Sept. 30 through Oct. 2

WHAT: “Esperanza Rising” WHO: Teatro de las Américas and Oxnard College present a play written by Lynne Alvarez based on the book by Pam Ryan Muñoz. Music by Victor Zupanc. Directed by Miguel Heredia. WHEN: Fridays and Saturdays, September 16, 23, 24, 30,…

Guest commentary: Institutions of higher learning in need of more H.U.G.s

Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. Frank P. Barajas. Courtesy photo.…

Bilingual report: Teatro de las Américas to present ‘Locuras en Wichita’ on March 11 and 12 at Oxnard College

OXNARD — The 2016 season begins when Teatro de las Américas and Oxnard College present Lina Gallegos’s comedy, WILD IN WICHITA, directed by Denise Blasor. Don’t miss this charming play. An elegant Puerto Rican woman and an irreverent Mexican man fall in love when they meet at…

Reserve tickets for ‘El Bracero — A Mariachi Opera’ return performance at Oxnard College on Feb. 6

OXNARD — Back by popular demand!! “El Bracero — A Mariachi Opera,” will return at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. El Bracero is a dynamic one-act “Mariachi Opera”…

Classes start Jan. 11 for English as a Second Language Basic English course at Oxnard College

OXNARD — Classes start for English as a Second Language Basic English course at Oxnard College. Free books available. Classes include: ESL R046 — English Conversation 4; ESL R065 — Prep for Academic Reading & Writing; ESL R056 — Reading Skills…

Teatro de las Americas, MusicaLatitudes, and Oxnard College to present a Christmas concert on Dec. 6

OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas y MusicaLatitudes invite the community to participate in a free Christmas choir program that will be featured in Songs and Odes of Christmas at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at Teatro de las Américas at Oxnard…

Oxnard College kicks off holiday season with Latino Thought Makers ‘Ha Ha Holidays Live Comedy,’ music show and benefit on Dec. 2

Special Guests DJs Rico & Mambo, comedians Momo Rodriguez and Jill-Michele Meleán and singers Karina Nuvo and Vanessa Verduga join host Rick Najera at Oxnard College Performing Arts Center   OXNARD — The Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts will…

Teatro de las Américas, Oxnard College to present ‘Songs of the Mediterranean’ dinner, concert fundraiser on Oct. 1

Teatro de las Américas and Oxnard College continue their 2015 Season of Concert-Dinners with “Songs of the Mediterranean” from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 at The Bistro at Culinary Arts Building at Oxnard College, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. In this third edition, guests…

Commentary: Back-to-school time includes new faces, changes at local institutions

By Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805 It’s back-to-school time for many local public school districts, private schools, colleges and universities. Time for students to pick up their books, meet new classmates, teachers and administrators. There are a few changes in…

Oxnard College’s Latino Thought Makers Series to present ‘Create Option C’ on May 13

OXNARD — Oxnard College’s Latino Thought Makers Series will present “Create Option C” — with special guest Esai Morales at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. The documentary by Morales takes the audience through the painful and raw…

Ballet Folklórico Mestizo Spring 2015 to be held April 24, 25

OXNARD — Ballet Folklórico Mestizo Spring 2015 will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. The event will feature a special performance by the Oxnard…

Local news briefs

VENTURA COUNTY — Moorpark College, Oxnard College and Ventura College are offering a variety of classes this summer from general education to career technical education, basic skills and transfer courses, the Ventura County Community College District reported in a media…

Oxnard College to present César Chávez Celebration on March 31

OXNARD — Oxnard College will present a free César Chávez Day Celebration and documentary screening from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Part of the Latinologues / Rick Najera…