COVID-19 Information

New COVID Testing Upload Feature, November 1, 2021

Welcome Back Condors! We are here to help! August 13, 2021

To: AllUsersOC <AllUsersOC@vcccd.edu>
Subject: New COVID Testing Upload Feature
Importance: High

Sent on Behalf of the Vice President of Student Development:

Dear Colleagues,

If you have not uploaded your vaccine card to the MyVCCCD app yet, please do so now. As a reminder, if you have not uploaded proof of vaccination, you are required to upload two tests by noon on Sundays in order to come on campus that week. This is a weekly requirement through the end of the semester.

There are important new updates to the MyVCCCD screening app:

Two Tests Uploaded at Once 
The MyVCCCD app has a convenient new feature for Covid test uploads. You can now upload two test results at the same time. Though if your two tests are combined in one report or you only need to upload one test, you will still be able to upload a single report.

Uploading Automatically Reverts to Orange 
Uploading your test results to the MyVCCCD screening app will now automatically give you an orange “pending test results” pass. Switching the pass' color to green is a manual process, done by the college after review of your tests. Please only upload your new test results for the next week after you've finished coming to campus for the current week.

Review of Test Report Requirements 
Several people have uploaded photos of home tests without the required information, or it is blurry/unreadable. Please make sure your results include:

• Test type: PCR only
• Your full name
• Your date of birth
• Date of test
• Test result

If any of the above information is missing, the result will not be accepted.

Thank you very much for your patience during this transition period. And as always, if you have any questions about Covid-19 or uploading your tests, please contact the OC Student Health Center at (805) 678-5832. Finally, a similar message went out to all OC students this afternoon as well.

Thank you,

Oscar Cobian

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Oscar Cobian, Ed.D.

Vice President of Student Development

Oxnard College  www.oxnardcollege.edu

4000 South Rose Ave | Oxnard, CA  93033

(805) 678-5937 (office) | ocobian@vcccd.edu

Questions about COVID-19 Testing for Students, October 26, 2021

To: AllUsersOC <AllUsersOC@vcccd.edu>
Subject: Questions about COVID-19 Testing for Students

Sent on Behalf of the Vice President of Student Development:

Dear Campus Community,

Looking for some clarity on our new Covid testing requirement?  This email should help to clear things up and give you some talking points for when you encounter students who have questions about coming to campus. Another great resource is our OC Alerts page.  

If a student tells you they want to come to campus but have an orange pass (i.e. non-verified vaccinated students), they are required to: 

• Submit two negative Covid tests to the MyVCCCD screening app under the tile that says “report test results.”  
• These tests must be submitted no later than noon on the Sunday prior to coming to campus.  For students there is no waiting period required between the two tests, but they cannot be on the same day. 
• After noon on Sunday, all submitted test results will be verified. 
• If the tests are valid, the student will receive a green “clear” pass on the MyVCCCD screening app by Monday morning that remains in effect until the next Sunday at noon (7 days), when they must submit their new test results.
• This must be repeated every week prior to coming to campus 
• If a student tells you that they uploaded tests and still have an orange pass, they did not upload tests that can be verified.  You can refer them to the OC Student Health Center (805) 678-5832.

Additionally, I have attached a flyer that outlines our process for your reference.

Thank you for your help in providing some clarity to our students as this testing process is implemented.

Sincerely,

Oscar Cobian, Ed.D.

Vice President of Student Development

Oxnard College  www.oxnardcollege.edu

4000 South Rose Ave | Oxnard, CA  93033

(805) 678-5937 (office) | ocobian@vcccd.edu

OC Update on COVID Testing Process, October 15, 2021

To: AllUsersOC <AllUsersOC@vcccd.edu>
Subject: OC update on COVID testing process

Colleagues,

Starting October 18^th and for the rest of fall semester, all students and employees who are not fully vaccinated or who are still waiting for their vaccine cards to be verified on the MyVCCCD app will be required to get a PCR COVID test twice a week. Employees’ tests must occur at least 48 hours apart. You must then submit your two test results through the MyVCCCD app no later than noon every Sunday in order to access the campus later that same week. Additionally, everyone must continue to complete the app’s regular screening questions before heading to campus. 

Free testing will be available on campus!*

Where: Conference room at the back of the PE/Gym Building (N. Campus & Simpson Rd.)  

When: Monday, Tuesday, Friday 9 AM–12 PM
             Wednesday, Thursday 1–4 PM

Test results will be emailed out within approximately 24–48 hours. Off-campus test results are also permitted, but only PCR tests will be accepted. 

For those of you who are already fully vaccinated and have had your vaccination card verified through the MyVCCCD app, please continue to answer the app’s screening questions before coming to campus.

For additional information, call our Student Health Center at 805-678-5832 or visit OxnardCollege.edu/alerts.

Thank you,

Chris Renbarger, MBA, MA

Vice President of Business Services

Oxnard College

4000 S. Rose Ave

(805) 678-5896

*When visiting the OC COVID testing site for the first time, bring your health insurance card (if you have one) and a state-issued ID card or your 900#. No one will be turned away or charged. Results will be emailed within approximately 24-48 hours. Off-campus test results are also permitted (PCR tests only).

VCCCD Communication to Students: Important Vaccine Requirement Update, October 4, 2021From: Ventura County Community College District <communications@vcccd.edu>
Date: Monday, October 4, 2021 at 11:27 AM
Subject: Communication to Students: Important Vaccine Requirement Update

Colleagues,

For your information, the following communication has been sent to all students.

• View the Student Communications Spreadsheet (sheet 2) for regularly updated statistics on emails and text messages sent to students.
• View the Sent Communications Folder for archive copies of emails and text messages sent to students.

Warmest Regards,

Ventura County Community College District

Public Affairs & Marketing | District Communications

761 East Daily Drive | Suite 200 | Camarillo, CA 93010

vcccd.edu | moorparkcollege.edu | oxnardcollege.edu | venturacollege.edu

From: Ventura County CCD <noreply@vcccd.edu>
Date: Monday, October 4, 2021 at 11:25 AM
Subject: Important Vaccine Requirement Update

The October 15, 2021 Vaccine Requirement is coming up soon, and we want to provide you with an important update for the Fall semester.

If you are not fully vaccinated by October 15 and are accessing in-person, on-campus classes, you can continue with your Fall classes by undergoing twice-weekly COVID-19 tests. Testing will occur on campus. If you have a negative test result, you can proceed to your class or event. If you are traveling between campuses, you will not need to be retested at each college. We will be providing information on testing soon.

For the Spring 2022 semester starting in January, all students coming to campus will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical or religious exemption. Register for online classes for Spring semester if you will be unvaccinated at the time the semester begins. 

Remember, we’re here to help! Please visit VCCCD Alerts for more info or to access the medical or religious exemption forms. Each campus will continue holding free vaccination clinics. Visit your college’s website or social media to get info. Or visit the California Department of Public Health’s MyTurn page to learn about walk-in clinics or make an appointment.

Ventura County Community College District

761 East Daily Drive | Suite 200 | Camarillo, CA 93010

FAQs for Student Vaccine Requirement, September 23, 2021

Good morning colleagues,

Thank you for continuing to help make students aware of the approaching 10/15 vaccination deadline. Please find FAQs regarding that requirement and process below. For additional information, continue to access OxnardCollege.edu/alerts.

Thank you,

Art Sandford, Ph.D.
Vice President of Academic Affairs | Oxnard College

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FAQs on the COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for OC Students  

What is the COVID-19 vaccine requirement?

• The VCCCD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the policy COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Employees and Students at its August 10, 2021 meeting to ensure the safety of employees and students on campus.
• The policy requires that everyone who accesses in-person, on-site campus/District programs or who participates in off-site District/college services in person will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a verified exemption, effective October 15, 2021.

How will the vaccine requirement impact students?

• Students who are taking classes in person or are visiting our campus or one of our centers for any reason must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption by October 15, 2021.
• Students who decide to not get vaccinated and do not have an approved exemption will be required to transition to classes on-line if available and access support services virtually.*
• Unvaccinated students will be required to access services and campus workshops remotely.
• Students needing to transition to an online class should contact their instructor or a counselor to learn what if any options may be available for any particular class. If they are not able to transition to an online class, they will be dropped.
• Student workers must comply with vaccine requirement by October 15 or receive an approved exemption. Student workers who do not comply by October 15 will be removed from their position on campus. A reminder will be emailed to student workers.
   

What does it mean to be fully vaccinated?

• “Fully vaccinated” means that 14 days have passed since your second shot of Pfizer or Moderna or 14 days have passed since your single dose of Johnson & Johnson. October 1^st is the last day someone can receive these vaccinations and still meet the deadline to be fully vaccinated.

• A fully vaccinated student will only meet this requirement once they have uploaded a copy of their vaccination card or approved exemption to the MyVCCCD app. This process can take time—students are encouraged to upload their vaccination card ASAP. After their cards are verified, they can claim their $100 voucher from the OC Bookstore through October 15^th.
• If you’re having difficulty locating your vaccination card, you can access it at this California state website: https://myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov

What is the process for medical or religious exemptions?

• Students may request a medical or religious exemption by visiting: https://www.vcccd.edu/COVID19
• Religious and medical exemptions are available, but not guaranteed, and can take time to process. These applications are thorough, require written documentation from a medical professional or faith leader, and must be submitted ASAP.
• There are no personal waivers for students to self-certify that they comply with the vaccine requirement. Some students are mistakenly under the impression they or their parents can request a "waiver" to not comply with the vaccination requirement. This is not accurate; students must submit a religious or medical exemption for approval.
• If a student’s exemption request is denied, they will be expected to be fully vaccinated by October 15. Visit https://www.OxnardCollege.edu/alerts to access OC’s exemption forms. Religious exemptions must be emailed to Dr. Oscar Cobian (ocobian@vcccd.edu) and medical exemptions to Dr. Deanna McFadden (dmcfadden@vcccd.edu).
• If a student’s religious or medical exemption form is approved, that student must comply with the following:
  • Weekly COVID-19 testing if taking classes on campus or visiting OC offices.
  • Wearing a mask on campus at all times.
  • If exposed to COVID-19, quarantining for 10 days. Consult with our Student Health Center by calling (805) 678-5832.
    • The student is responsible for making up classwork during the mandatory quarantine.
       

*Faculty are encouraged to work with students who, as of the October 15 deadline, are still in the process of becoming fully vaccinated. At the instructor’s sole discretion, faculty can provide online instruction/assignments/assessments in order to bridge a one or two-week gap and help the student successfully complete the course. If in doubt, faculty should consult with their dean for guidance.

COVID 19 Planning Update, September 22, 2021

Dear Condor Family,

With your help, we have completed the first month of the semester here on campus without any instances of COVID-19 transmission. Nevertheless, we know the Delta variant continues to threaten our county and we must remain vigilant, particularly as the days begin to shorten and we spend more time indoors. 

To that end, it is critical that we continue to follow the following safety protocols:

1. Continue to wear your masks at all times indoors (unless you are alone in your office with the door closed). Please wear your mask properly, covering your nose and mouth. Wearing masks outdoors remains voluntary.
2. Fill out the MyVCCCD pre-screening app every day you are coming to campus with complete transparency and honesty about your symptoms (even if they are mild!).
3. Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently.
4. Avoid close contact with others if possible (an exposure occurs when an individual has been within six feet or less of someone who tests positive for COVID-19, for a duration of 15 minutes or longer within a 24-hour period.).

I understand there are questions regarding what constitutes an exposure or confirmed case and how to then proceed. Please find the attached document with CDC guidance on these points (It is also pasted below). You can also continue to access the latest information at OxnardCollege.edu/alerts.

Finally, it is easy to develop “COVID fatigue” but we need to keep our guard up to protect the Condor nest, our vulnerable loved ones, and our surrounding Oxnard community. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to maintain a healthy learning and working environment.

Sincerely,

Vice President of Student Development, Oxnard College

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CDC Guidelines regarding confirmed cases & exposures (LINK):

Confirmed case:  A confirmed case occurs when an individual receives a positive PCR test.  Notification of an exposure is not communicated until a case is confirmed. If there is a confirmed case, exposure(s) are evaluated by OC’s Student Health Center in collaboration with Ventura County Public Health.

Exposure: An exposure occurs when an individual has been within six feet or less of someone who tests positive for COVID-19, for a duration of 15 minutes or longer within a 24-hour period.

If an exposure to a confirmed case happens, there are different guidelines for vaccinated versus unvaccinated individuals. They include:

Instructions if you are fully vaccinated (i.e., two weeks after second Moderna or Pfizer doses, two weeks after one Johnson & Johnson dose):

• You do not need to indicate on the MyVCCCD pre-screening app that you have an exposure if you have a blue pass (i.e., verified vaccinated).
• You do not need to quarantine after contact with someone who has a confirmed case of COVID-19.
• Get tested 3-5 days after your exposure to a confirmed case, even if you do not have symptoms. If your test is positive, isolate for 10 days.
• Wear a mask indoors in public for 14 days following exposure or until your test result is negative. Please note, VCCCD campuses and sites require that all vaccinated or unvaccinated persons wear masks indoors in accordance with Ventura County Public Health’s guidance. 

If you are not fully vaccinated: 

• Fill out the MyVCCCD pre-screening app indicating that you have been exposed to a confirmed case or develop symptoms. Do this prior to arriving on campus.
• Quarantine for 10 days and get tested immediately. If test results come back negative, get tested again 5–7 days after your last exposure or immediately if symptoms develop during quarantine.
• Watch for fever (100.4+◦F), cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19.
• If possible, stay away from people you live with, especially people who are at higher risk for getting very sick from COVID-19.
• If you do not become symptomatic, quarantining ends 10 full days after exposure. A COVID-19 test is not required to return to work after a full quarantine.

COVID-19 Guidance 08.20.2021

Colleagues,

My thanks to each of you for helping to make this semester’s start a successful one. It’s been a joy seeing you and our students as I’ve walked around campus this week. 

I want to take this opportunity to reiterate an essential component of our maintaining a healthy campus this fall: If you feel sick, you absolutely must remain off campus. Completing the MyVCCCD app’s screening questionnaire before getting to campus can help flag any health concerns prior to your arrival. Additionally, if you find yourself not feeling well, please contact your supervisor by phone or email rather than coming onto campus.

Please also take the time to review the District’s attached message regarding our Board’s vaccine mandate (which will take effect on October 15^th). I understand a number of questions remain regarding the implementation of this policy and I expect the District to provide further details in the days ahead. Oxnard College will play a key and robust role in disseminating that information once it becomes available. 

I remain grateful to you all for your collective efforts to patiently and vigilantly follow our latest health protocols. Please continue to familiarize yourself with oxnardcollege.edu/alerts for the latest information. Together, our aim is to continue providing in-person classes and services within a healthy campus environment.

Thank you,

Luis P. Sanchez, JD, LLM

Dear Condor Family,

With your help, we have completed the first month of the semester here on campus without any instances of COVID-19 transmission. Nevertheless, we know the Delta variant continues to threaten our county and we must remain vigilant, particularly as the days begin to shorten and we spend more time indoors. 

To that end, it is critical that we continue to follow the following safety protocols:

1. Continue to wear your masks at all times indoors (unless you are alone in your office with the door closed). Please wear your mask properly, covering your nose and mouth. Wearing masks outdoors remains voluntary.
2. Fill out the MyVCCCD pre-screening app every day you are coming to campus with complete transparency and honesty about your symptoms (even if they are mild!).
3. Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently.
4. Avoid close contact with others if possible (an exposure occurs when an individual has been within six feet or less of someone who tests positive for COVID-19, for a duration of 15 minutes or longer within a 24-hour period.).

I understand there are questions regarding what constitutes an exposure or confirmed case and how to then proceed. Please find the attached document with CDC guidance on these points (It is also pasted below). You can also continue to access the latest information at OxnardCollege.edu/alerts.

Finally, it is easy to develop “COVID fatigue” but we need to keep our guard up to protect the Condor nest, our vulnerable loved ones, and our surrounding Oxnard community. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to maintain a healthy learning and working environment.

Sincerely,

Vice President of Student Development, Oxnard College

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CDC Guidelines regarding confirmed cases & exposures (LINK):

Confirmed case:  A confirmed case occurs when an individual receives a positive PCR test.  Notification of an exposure is not communicated until a case is confirmed. If there is a confirmed case, exposure(s) are evaluated by OC’s Student Health Center in collaboration with Ventura County Public Health.

Exposure: An exposure occurs when an individual has been within six feet or less of someone who tests positive for COVID-19, for a duration of 15 minutes or longer within a 24-hour period.

If an exposure to a confirmed case happens, there are different guidelines for vaccinated versus unvaccinated individuals. They include:

Instructions if you are fully vaccinated (i.e., two weeks after second Moderna or Pfizer doses, two weeks after one Johnson & Johnson dose):

• You do not need to indicate on the MyVCCCD pre-screening app that you have an exposure if you have a blue pass (i.e., verified vaccinated).
• You do not need to quarantine after contact with someone who has a confirmed case of COVID-19.
• Get tested 3-5 days after your exposure to a confirmed case, even if you do not have symptoms. If your test is positive, isolate for 10 days.
• Wear a mask indoors in public for 14 days following exposure or until your test result is negative. Please note, VCCCD campuses and sites require that all vaccinated or unvaccinated persons wear masks indoors in accordance with Ventura County Public Health’s guidance. 

If you are not fully vaccinated: 

• Fill out the MyVCCCD pre-screening app indicating that you have been exposed to a confirmed case or develop symptoms. Do this prior to arriving on campus.
• Quarantine for 10 days and get tested immediately. If test results come back negative, get tested again 5–7 days after your last exposure or immediately if symptoms develop during quarantine.
• Watch for fever (100.4+◦F), cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19.
• If possible, stay away from people you live with, especially people who are at higher risk for getting very sick from COVID-19.
• If you do not become symptomatic, quarantining ends 10 full days after exposure. A COVID-19 test is not required to return to work after a full quarantine.
•  

President | Oxnard College

OC Planning for Fall Semester & Town Hall, July 2021

July 15, 2021

Good afternoon colleagues,

I hope you’ve enjoyed your summer, spending time with family and friends after an extraordinarily challenging year. As you may know, Ventura County has seen great strides in combatting the pandemic, with infection rates dramatically reduced since our last update and over 70 percent of residents 12+ are now vaccinated. We’re especially proud to be supporting this effort by providing Ventura County Public Health with access to our PAB Conference Center where they are currently providing a free and walk-up vaccination clinic for our campus and community. Additionally, COVID testing through the County remains available in Lot H.

As we approach fall semester, I wanted to outline a few key developments for your awareness. These items, among others, are continuing to be worked on with the input of our COVID Transition Taskforce (consisting of classified, academic, managerial, and student representation throughout campus) and under the auspices of Chancellor Gillespie’s Return to In-Person Work Update dated June 29 (see first attachment). These developments include:

1. Variants: The COVID pandemic is not yet behind us altogether. There is a particularly pernicious variant (Delta) that is spreading around the nation and the world, requiring our caution and continued vigilance. We will continue to adapt and align our efforts with the latest guidance from state, federal, and local agencies, including the most current Cal/OSHA standards.  
2. Enrollment & success rates: The toll on students from this pandemic has resulted in declining enrollment rates and success rates. It is our duty to do all we can to help students get back on their feet as soon as possible.
3. Working on-site: To that end, the Chancellor’s email of June 29 requires all classified staff and non-instructional faculty to return to work in-person and full-time by Monday, August 2, 2021 (see attached email). All instructional faculty will need to report on-site according to the specifics of their contracts. Please work with your supervisor regarding details for your return. Our Incident Command Leadership Team has been making sure that such a return to campus is as safe as possible and in alignment with all state, federal, and local requirements, including the most current Cal/OSHA standards.
4. Screening process & face coverings: In order to meet all such requirements, and to ensure maximum safety protections for our students and employees, we plan to continue screening all visitors to the campus and its satellite locations each day. All students and employees will continue to complete the self-screening form on the MyVCCCD app, show their App Pass to campus screeners, and receive a wrist band. Also, you can now upload a copy of your vaccination card to the MyVCCCD app – please do so as soon as possible so that your card can be verified.

Currently, students and employees whose vaccinations have been uploaded to the app and verified will receive a daily wrist band and NOT be required to wear a mask while on campus, although they may choose to do so. 

Those who do NOT provide evidence of COVID vaccination through the app, or whose vaccination has not yet been verified, will receive an orange wristband and will be required to wear a face covering while indoors on campus. Additionally, these individuals will be required to provide evidence of a negative COVID test on a monthly basis. Further test results will be required if an individual experiences symptoms.

For the latest information on face coverings, please review the Chancellor’s July 15 guidance (see second attachment) and to learn more about the screening process, please carefully watch this video.  

5. Campus screening checkpoints: Screening checkpoints will be in operation at the following main-campus locations: Clock Tower, Administration Building, Performing Arts Building quad, and between the Student Services building and Condor Café. All visitors to campus MUST enter through one of these screening stations. Satellite sites will have their own screening stations as well.
6. Parking: Parking for students and employees will be substantially similar to pre-COVID parking. Most lots will be open and available, except for lots marked as closed due to temporary construction activities.
7. Cleaning: Custodians will clean restrooms and other common use facilities several times each day, and there will be cleaning kits available for all classrooms and multi-occupant offices.
8. Ventilation: All ventilation systems will be in compliance with the most current Cal/OSHA standards by July 30.

Finally, our next virtual Town Hall discussion has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 28^th at 10:00am (a calendar invitation will be shared with details). We will provide a planning update during this forum and look forward to hearing from you. In the meantime, we will remain vigilant in our preparations for a safe return to campus and eagerly await the start of a new semester. Enjoy the remainder of your summer!

Sincerely,

Luis P. Sanchez, JD, LLM

President

Updated Mask Guidance and Town Hall, July 2021

July 22, 2021

Good afternoon colleagues,

I hope you’ll join our virtual Town Hall next Wednesday, July 28^th at 10:00 am (the details are in your Outlook calendar). This forum will provide an opportunity to update you regarding the college’s plans for a safe return to campus as well as allow for questions and discussion regarding those efforts.

Additionally, I want to ensure you’re all aware of the Chancellor’s updated guidance for face coverings, issued Tuesday, July 20^th, where he selected to follow the County’s recommendation for wearing masks while indoors. Therefore, all persons – vaccinated or not – are required to wear masks while indoors at Oxnard College. There are some minor exceptions for eating, working in a private office, etc. Wearing masks while outdoors is voluntary. Please refer to the Chancellor’s attached email for further details.

Finally, everyone visiting the campus will need to continue completing the pre-screening app and passing through our screening checkpoints in order to obtain a wristband allowing access to the college for the day. For the time being, wristbands will remain the same for everyone regardless of vaccination status and a negative COVID test will only be required if a person has experienced symptoms (here are English and Spanish videos outlining our screening process). We continue to encourage everyone to get vaccinated and to upload proof of your vaccination to the MyVCCCD app. If you prefer to have your vaccination card verified in person, please visit with Andrea Ingley on Wednesday, July 28^th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in the President’s Conference Room of the Administration building (additional details on that process can be found in the second attachment).

Sincerely,

Luis P. Sanchez, JD. LLM

President 

I look forward to seeing you at next Wednesday’s virtual town hall. Enjoy your weekend.

Communication regarding Vaccine Clinic at OC, June 2021

From: Ventura County Community College District <communications@vcccd.edu>
Date: Monday, June 14, 2021 at 2:43 PM
Subject: Student Communication: Free Pfizer vaccinations @ Oxnard College, June 21

Colleagues,

For your information, the following communication has been sent to all active OC students.

Register for a free Pfizer vaccine at Oxnard College Monday, June 21, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. (please use org code LSWWL).

This vaccination clinic will be provided at our gym for all OC students, employees, and your families as well as community members who are 12 or older.

We’ll also have a food truck with free food for our first 100 guests! Register for your free vaccine here. Use org code LSWWL.

It’s more important than ever to get vaccinated. Just last week, the White House shared that the Delta variant – a highly infections COVID-19 strain – is spreading rapidly among young people between 12 and 20 years old in the United Kingdom. So if you’re young and haven’t gotten vaccinated yet, now is the time to step up to protect yourself and your families. Register today for our free vaccination clinic and use org code LSWWL. Let's keep our campus and community safe!

Regístrate para recibir la vacuna Pfizer gratis en Oxnard College el lunes 21 de junio, de 12 p.m. a 4 p.m. (por favor utiliza el código LSWWL).

Esta clínica de vacunación estará localizada en nuestro gimnasio para todos los estudiantes o empleados de OC así como para sus familiares o cualquier miembro de esta comunidad que tenga 12 años o más. 

¡También tendremos comida gratis para nuestros primeros cien invitados! Regístrate para obtener la vacuna gratuita aquí. Usa el código de organización LSWWL.

Student Message on Vaccines, Testing, and Resources, July 2021

July 22, 2021

Good afternoon OC students,

As Fall semester approaches, we want to update you regarding our efforts to provide a healthy campus environment. COVID variants are causing some alarm regarding the public health situation and so we are taking key steps to provide you with access to the tools and information needed to stay safe:

COVID Vaccinations & Testing at OC

Free COVID vaccines, Saturdays - Mondays, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. & Thursdays - Fridays, Noon - 7:30 p.m. 
No appointment necessary. State-sponsored. Operated by LHI, a federal health services business.

With the Delta variant quickly spreading and infecting young people, it’s more important than ever to get vaccinated. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Ventura County Public Health to provide on-campus COVID vaccinations and testing. No appointments are required for the vaccine clinic, which provides free Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccinations and is located in the Performing Arts Building’s Convention Center. We’ll soon be introducing some exciting surprises for vaccinated students – stay tuned!

You can also make an appointment for a free COVID test in Parking Lot H. Whether you’ve been vaccinated or not, if you’re experiencing symptoms or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, get tested!

OC Campus Screening App & Checkpoints

Puedes ver en español aquí.

Visiting the OC campus soon? Watch the video below for the latest information on our COVID-19 screening process. The video also outlines key steps we recommend for uploading your vaccination card using the MyVCCCD app. Anyone experiencing symptoms will also be required to upload a copy of a negative COVID-19. We are following Ventura County Public Health’s recommendations; therefore, masks are currently required for all students and employees for indoor events and classes. This applies to everyone, whether you are vaccinated or not. Wearing masks outdoors is voluntary.

Student Services are Back on Campus

We’re back! Oxnard College is now offering limited in-person services for students on campus. Stop by the Student Services Building for help from Admissions & Records, Financial Aid, and our Welcome Center from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and online on Fridays. We're continuing our virtual support as well! General counseling continues to be available to students remotely through August 2 and can be contacted at 805-678-5816. 

Starting August 2, ALL Oxnard College student services offices will open their doors to serve you! Our offices will be open from August 2 - 20, from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday - Thursday, and Fridays until noon (we’ll be closed Friday, August 13 due to training). Additionally, you can chat directly with a counselor or financial aid team member for help registering for classes on the following Saturdays: August 7, 14, and 21 via Zoom. Visit our OC Saturday webpage for more information. OC students can also apply for emergency aid ($1,000) if impacted by COVID-19. So whether you need help registering for classes, applying for financial aid, or identifying helpful resources, we’re here to help you in person and online. Stop by to get the help you need!

Student Emergency Grants

If you have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be eligible for a CARES Act Emergency Grant. Eligible students enrolled for the Fall semester in 6 or more units may be awarded $1,000. Monitor your MyVCCCD email throughout August and September for an invitation to apply for a CARES emergency grant. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information at 805-678-5828 or ocfinaid@vcccd.edu.

Registration  

It’s not too late to register for additional classes this Fall semester. We have new online and in-person classes starting each month. Check out our open class list! Have you found the class you want and need help with registration? Click here for live assistance. Not sure which classes to take? Counselors are available to assist you at 805-678-5816, or you can visit the counseling webpage. Now is a great time to reimagine yourself at Oxnard College!

Follow-up from OC Student Town Hall, April 2021

OC students,

Thank you for participating in today’s Student Town Hall regarding OC’s planning for Fall semester. We were glad to hear from you and to share some of our ongoing efforts to prioritize a safe and gradual return to campus. We also wanted to share the following resources with you, which were mentioned during today’s zoom call:

1. We want your input on how our COVID Emergency Relief Fund dollars can best be used to support students. Give us your ideas here.
2. We want to continue hearing your thoughts on what a safe return to campus this fall might look like. Tell us how you’re feeling about this transition here.
3. Stay up-to-date with Oxnard College’s latest resources and communications regarding our response to the pandemic. Visit OxnardCollege.edu/alerts.
4. Anyone over the age of 16 can get their vaccine now. Vaccines are safe and essential to getting our community back to the day-to-day lives we all miss so much. Sign up for your vaccination today!  

Thank you again for joining us this afternoon!

James Schuelke, Director of Outreach & Marketing | Oxnard College

Follow-up from OC Employee Town Hall, March 2021

Colleagues,

I want to once again thank those of you who participated in last week’s town hall discussion regarding our plans for fall semester. With the Biden Administration recently exceeding its own goal of distributing 100 million vaccinations in 100 days and its commitment to making vaccines available to all adults no later than May 1^st,  I feel increasingly optimistic about what the future holds. Here locally, I’ve been proud of our campus for helping the county provide COVID tests to local families and have been especially encouraged to see Ventura County and the State of California working to equitably distribute vaccinations to communities hardest hit by the pandemic.

As a reminder, no classified staff, faculty member, administrator, or student will be mandated or required to teach, provide services, work, or receive instruction/services in areas where required safety protections are not in place. In accordance with VCCCD guidelines, all modifications and plans for fall semester 2021 will be in place and communicated by July 31, 2021 (with many of them being finalized and shared before then). Those plans are being developed in part by the COVID Leadership Group and COVID Workgroup, both of which meet monthly and include representatives from throughout campus including classified staff, faculty, deans, students, and our executive team; we’ve also recently invited AFT and SEIU representatives as well as department chairs to contribute.  

Although we are working toward the Chancellor’s district-wide goal of returning approximately 50% of on-site classes and services for the fall semester, should the public health situation worsen, we will follow health guidelines and pivot our work back to virtual platforms as needed. It is ultimately easier to plan for on-site and hybrid instruction then transition them back online if needed than to do the reverse (e.g., a hybrid course will by definition already have a canvas shell in place even before a potential pivot to fully online instruction should conditions worsen). Moreover, by preparing ourselves to provide limited on-site instruction and services again, we are better serving our students who have been disproportionately impacted by online learning and the pandemic (i.e., enrollments are down 11% with many students stopping out and retention and success rates have dropped by 4% from where they stood pre-pandemic). This is in part why OC’s Associated Student Government officers have advocated to see a partial return to campus this fall (ASG and our IE office are coordinating on a survey). 

Finally, below are some resources that were referenced during the town hall:

1. Attached is a copy of the PowerPoint deck that was used for last week’s town hall.
2. Here’s the video Dr. Oscar Cobian and Dr. Deanna McFadden shared outlining our COVID screening process in both English and Spanish.
3. Vice President Chris Renbarger shared a YouTube video link on ventilation, filtration, and UV which can be watched here.
4. For a list of resources, the public health and regulatory guidelines we are following, and a list of FAQs regarding our plans for fall, please visit OxnardCollege.edu/alerts. The site also now includes a link to the COVID Leadership Group’s written objectives from meetings spanning the past year (thanks to Professor and Captain Mike Ketaily for developing and sharing these documents). Please continue to share your questions with department chairs, deans, and union representatives.

We look forward to sharing our full plan for reopening later this semester and appreciate all of your work to round out this challenging spring semester in the meantime. Our next employee town hall is scheduled for May 3, 2021, 12:00pm – 2:00pm, via Zoom (the Outlook invitation with Zoom link will be mailed out soon). 

Please remember, we encourage you to make an appointment and get vaccinated to protect your health as well as others. Thank you again for your steadfast commitment to our students during this difficult year.

Sincerely,

Luis P. Sanchez, JD, LLM, President

Guidance for Students for Spring 2021

Oxnard College students,

We have been busy preparing for the Spring semester and would like to share how you can help Oxnard College maintain a safe and healthy campus:

General Information: 

• Most of our classes will be offered online; however, some select classes and programs will still be offered either fully or partially on-site. Please check our schedule of classes carefully to see if your classes are online or on-site. If in doubt, check with the class instructor or your counselor. Be sure to read the additional points below if you are visiting any Oxnard College facility. 
• Most student services will be offered online (such as counseling, admissions and records, financial aid, etc.). Very few services will be offered in person, so please contact those offices directly by phone or email before visiting campus. 
• Our Library (LRC) will have very limited access. Please see the LLR website for further information. If you are visiting our campus for any reason, including taking an on-site class, please note that parking will be restricted to Lot B you must be screened at our Health Screening tables before entering the campus. Please watch this video before information on that process. Parking is free and no permits are required. 
• Every on-site class has a waiver for students to sign. If you don't receive this waiver from your professor in advance of the first day of class, please contact your professor who should provide it either digitally or in-person on your first day. 

If you have an on-site class, while visiting campus you must:  

• Wear a face covering at all times. If you have a documented health concern that prevents you from wearing a covering, please contact your professor through Canvas and our Student Health Center at (805) 678-5832 to discuss appropriate accommodations. 
• Only stay on campus for as long as is necessary to attend class, visit the library, or access our limited Student Services. Do not congregate with others and please maintain at least a six-foot distance. 
• Download & complete the Healthy Return to Campus app and questionnaire before arriving on campus. After completing the survey, if you see a:
  • Yellow pass pop up on your screen with the message "You are Clear,” proceed to your campus screening location for temperature check and a green pass; or
  • Red pass pop up on your screen with the message "You cannot come to campus,” please remain away from our facilities. You may call our Health Center to address your situation at 805-678-5932.
• Visit our screening checkpoint near the clocktower (see map). This station is open from 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday through Thursday. Free parking is available in Lot B.  Also, be sure to scan the QR code of every location you visit while you’re on campus. Watch this video to learn more about what to expect when you arrive. 
• On-site students will be expected to help clean and disinfect their own areas of the classrooms or labs where they work. Supplies and guidance will be provided on-site. 

Please keep in mind that despite our best efforts to screen all students and employees who visit our campus, there is no way to fully guard against the possibility of COVID-19 infection. Therefore, if you are concerned about the possibility of infection, we urge you to stay home, take your classes online, and wait until an effective vaccine is available. Attending on-site fall semester classes at Oxnard College is strictly voluntary. 

Please continue to visit our OC Alerts page for the latest information about Oxnard College's response to COVID-19. If you don't see your questions answered, contact us or call our bilingual Welcome Center at (805) 678-5907.

Thank you for your cooperation! We look forward to supporting you throughout the semester.

Guidance for Employees Visiting OC for Spring 2021

Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you have enjoyed a safe and restful holiday respite. Although there will likely be deep challenges yet ahead, I am optimistic that this year will be better than last, and I am energized by the work we have ahead of us to help our students get back on their feet, on their way to fulfill their dreams and their potential. But we must continue to be safe and cautious for a while longer, as we wait for an effective vaccine to be widely available, and while the rates of Covid-19 infection continue to surge. Therefore, unless you are an “essential worker” who cannot perform their job remotely, I urge you to continue working from home and to ONLY visit the campus when absolutely necessary. In all instances when you must visit the campus, I would urge you to follow these protocols:

1. Notify your supervisor of your plan to visit the campus and obtain their approval;
2. Your supervisor should, in turn, inform Lt. Cesar Romero, Jaime “Robert” Romero, and David Gardner of your plans so that they are not surprised by your presence;
3. Visit the  campus only from Monday through Thursday when our Covid screening stations are in operation (generally from 8AM to 4PM);
4. Complete the VCCCD app questionnaire before proceeding to the screening station;
5. Note that the main screening station has moved. It is now between the café and the Student Services Building. There is still a secondary screening station in the Administration Building;
6. Be sure to scan the QR code of every location you visit while you are on campus;
7. Stay only as long as necessary to accomplish your task, and visit only the facilities essential for that task;
8. Observe all of the usual Covid safety practices: wear a mask, keep an appropriate distance from others, wash your hands thoroughly and often, etc.

Thank you for your continued dedication and diligence. I look forward to seeing each other in person before long---and by Zoom, in the meantime.

Video: Oxnard College Spring 2021 COVID Screening

https://youtu.be/IVJZCWYQpg0

Guidance for Students with On-Site Classes for Fall 2020

August 11, 2020

We have been busy preparing for the fall semester and would like to share how you can help Oxnard College maintain a safe and healthy campus:

• Most of our classes will be offered online; however, some select classes and programs will still be offered either fully or partially on-site. Please check our schedule of classes carefully to see if your classes are online or on-site. If in doubt, check with the class instructor or your counselor. Be sure to read the additional points below if you are visiting any Oxnard College facility. 
• Most student services will be offered online (e.g., counseling, admissions and records, financial aid, etc.). Very few services will be offered in person, so please contact those offices directly by phone or email before visiting campus. 
• Our Library (LRC) will have very limited access. Please see the LLR website for further information. If you are visiting our campus for any reason, including taking an on-site class, please note that parking will be restricted to Lots A and B, and you must be screened at our Health Screening tables before entering the campus. Please watch this video for more information on that process. Parking is free and no permits are required. 
• Every on-site class has a waiver for students to sign. If you don't receive this waiver from your professor in advance of the first day of class, please contact your professor who should provide it either digitally or in-person on your first day. 
• While on campus, you will need to: 
  • Wear a face covering at all times. If you have a documented health concern that prevents you from wearing a covering, please contact your professor through Canvas and our Student Health Center at (805) 678-5832 to discuss appropriate accommodations. 
  • Only stay on campus for as long as is necessary to attend class, visit the library, or access our limited Student Services. 
  • You may not linger on campus or congregate with others, and you must maintain a six-foot distance from all others. 
  • Our goal is to keep everyone in our college communities healthy and safe during this unprecedented time. We have added a “A Healthy Return to Campus” screening app to the MyVCCCD mobile app. The MyVCCCD Mobile App is not just for students – it’s a great resource for employees too! If you have not yet downloaded the app, visit the Mobile App information page for instructions. If you are returning to your work site, beginning on Monday, August 17, you will be required to login to the MyVCCCD app and complete the Daily Health Status Screening form before arriving on campus. There are several questions to answer, including entering your temperature. Based on the answers you provide, you will be given: 
    • a green pass with the message "You are Clear" to proceed to your campus screening location; or
    • a red pass with the message "You cannot come to campus."
  • If you receive a GREEN pass, we will see you on campus! Check the Oxnard College Campus Map for Daily Health Locations at the top of the building menu on the left side of the campus map page. When you arrive on campus, wear a face mask and proceed directly to one of the Daily Health Check locations where a temperature check will be conducted by a trained screener.
• Students who are taking on-site classes will be expected to help clean and disinfect their own areas of the classrooms or labs where they work. Supplies and guidance will be provided on-site. own areas of the classrooms or labs where they work. Supplies and guidance will be provided on-site. 
• Please keep in mind that despite our best efforts to screen all students and employees who visit our campus, there is no foolproof method to prevent the possibility of COVID-19 infection. Therefore, if you are concerned about the possibility of infection, we urge you to stay home, take your classes online, and wait until an effective vaccine is available. Attending on-site fall semester classes at Oxnard College is strictly voluntary. 

Please continue to visit our OC Alerts page for the latest information about Oxnard College's response to COVID-19. If you don't see your questions answered, contact us or call our Welcome Center at (805) 678-5907.

Thank you for your cooperation! We look forward to supporting you throughout the semester.

Updated Guidance for Employees Visiting OC starting 8/24/20

August 21, 2020

Colleagues,

Beginning next week, Oxnard College will add an additional COVID screening checkpoint for employees visiting our main campus. In addition to our current checkpoint for students and employees located near the clocktower, there will now be a checkpoint in the Administration building available for employees only. If you are accessing either of these checkpoints, please download and use our pre-screening app before arriving on campus to help expedite the screening process.

OC primary screening sites:

• Location: Near the clocktower (close to South Campus Road and Entrance Road)
• Intended for: Students and employees who are either essential or are involved in on-site instruction.
• Parking: Use Lots A or B
• Times: M-Th, 8:30am-5pm
• Location: Administration building’s ground-level lobby
• Intended for: Employees with a pressing need to grab something from their office, check their mail, etc. Not intended for students.
• Parking: Use Lot G
• Times: M-Th, 8am-5pm

If you’re passing through one of these checkpoints, please continue to follow the guidance below:

1. Please note that you must be screened at our Health Screening tables before entering the campus. Please watch this video for more information on that process. Parking is free and no permits are required.  

2. While on campus, you will need to: 

A. Wear a face covering at all times. If you have a documented health concern that prevents you from wearing a covering, please contact your dean or supervisor and our Student Health Center at (805) 678-5832 to discuss appropriate accommodations. 

B. Please access the campus through one of our designated checkpoints. Plan on arriving at least 30 minutes early. 

C. You will need to download our MyVCCCD mobile app so that you can complete a brief self-assessment survey whenever you visit Oxnard College. Please complete the app’s questionnaire prior to arriving on campus. Visit https://www.vcccd.edu/mobile for more information and to download the MyVCCCD mobile app on Apple and Android devices. 

D. Only remain on campus for as long as is necessary. Do not linger or congregate with others, and maintain a six-foot distance from all others.  

3. Please keep in mind that despite our best efforts to screen all students and employees who visit our campus, there is no foolproof method to prevent the possibility of COVID-19 infection. Therefore, if you are concerned about the possibility of infection, we urge you to speak with your supervisor and develop alternate plans.   

4. Continue visiting our OC Alerts page for the latest information about Oxnard College's response to COVID-19, including guidance that has been sent to students. If you don't see your questions answered, please contact us here or reach out to your supervisor.   

Thank you for your help in keeping our campus a safe learning and working environment for all.

Best regards,

Luis P. Sanchez, JD, LLM

President | Oxnard College

Guidance for Employees Visiting OC from 8/17-8/21/20

August 14, 2020

Hello Oxnard College colleagues,

I want to thank you for your patience and understanding as we finalize plans for an unprecedented semester. As you know, a majority of our classes will take place online while a select few courses will occur on-site with robust precautions set in place.

Please note that starting Monday, August 17, any employee visiting campus for any reason will be required to enter through our COVID checkpoint. But please, if you are not an essential employee or an employee involved in direct instruction, do not come to campus during the first week of classes (8/17 – 8/21). This will help ensure our transition is as smooth as possible. Along those lines, if you have an OC computer that is approaching the 90-day reactivation period Mike Alexander has previously emailed about, you may consider visiting campus with your computer prior to Monday.

Beginning the second week of the semester (8/24 and on), if you need to pick up office supplies, campus mail, retrieve something from your office, etc., please park in Lot G (by the Admin Building) and enter through the Admin building’s lobby where employee screening will be made available (days of the week and times for that checkpoint will be communicated closer to 8/24). 

For those employees who are essential or are involved in direct/on-site instruction beginning next week (8/17 – 8/21), please follow the guidance below: 

1. If you are visiting our campus for any reason, including teaching an on-site class, please note that parking will be restricted to Lots A and B, and you must be screened at our Health Screening tables before entering the campus. Please watch this video for more information on that process. Parking is free and no permits are required.  

2. While on campus, you will need to: 

          A. Wear a face covering at all times. If you have a documented health concern that prevents you from wearing a covering, please contact your dean or supervisor and our Student Health Center at (805) 678-5832 to discuss appropriate accommodations. 

          B. Please access the campus through the screening checkpoint off of South Campus Way, next to the clock tower. Plan on arriving at least 30 minutes early. Additional checkpoints will be announced after our first week.  Check the Oxnard College Campus Map for Daily Health Locations (click on  “# Daily Health Check – Lot A & B” located at the top of the menu on the left-hand side of the campus map page).

          C. You will need to download our MyVCCCD mobile app so that you can complete a brief self-assessment survey whenever you visit Oxnard College. Please complete the app’s questionnaire prior to arriving on campus. Visit https://www.vcccd.edu/mobile for more information and to download the MyVCCCD mobile app on Apple and Android devices. 

          D. Only remain on campus for as long as is necessary. Do not linger or congregate with others, and maintain a six-foot distance from all others.  

3. Please keep in mind that despite our best efforts to screen all students and employees who visit our campus, there is no foolproof method to prevent the possibility of COVID-19 infection. Therefore, if you are concerned about the possibility of infection, we urge you to speak with your supervisor and develop alternate plans.   

4. Continue visiting our OC Alerts page for the latest information about Oxnard College's response to COVID-19. If you don't see your questions answered, please contact us here or reach out to your supervisor.   

Thank you for your cooperation as well as your steadfast commitment to making this a safe semester for our students and one another. 

Best regards,

Luis P. Sanchez, JD, LLM

President | Oxnard College

Video: Oxnard College Fall 2020 COVID Screening

Oxnard College Fall 2020 COVID Screening

COVID-19 Operational Guidelines for Employees & Students, Spring 2021

Oxnard College has drafted our own operating plan, trying our best to align our plans with the more general and constantly evolving State and County guidelines, and congruently with our District’s  Operational Framework. Our plan was drafted based upon weekly meetings of our COVID response committee, comprised of approximately 25 faculty, classified staff members , administrators, and students, as well as representatives from the City’s Fire Department and the Middle College on our campus. Please keep in mind that we are all still scrutinizing the State’s recently-released guidelines to ensure our Plans coincide with those guidelines. None of us have faced a global pandemic of this nature before, and it is likely that our Plans will need to change as conditions change and as guidelines from the State and County change. Our ultimate goal is to offer the vast majority of our classes online and have most of our employees work remotely, to protect the safety and well-being of our students and employees until a vaccine is available and this pandemic is safely behind us. Only those classes and programs which cannot be conducted fully online (due, for instance, to licensing and accreditation requirements), and only such work as cannot be performed online, will take place on campus, and even then under rigorous safety protocols.

Guidance for Positive COVID-19 Screening

If you have a temperature of 100.4 (or higher) or have answered yes to a COVID-19 screening question, you will need to leave campus and follow these guidelines:

1. You should return home and isolate yourself.
2. Call your primary care provider or clinic where you receive services and report your symptoms.
3. Follow your primary care providers advice.  They will determine if you require COVID-19 testing and advise you where to go.
4. Oxnard College Student Health Center will need to approve your medical clearance before entering any building on campus.
5. Consult with your faculty member about on-line work assignments while off campus.
6. If you have questions about your screening or would like to talk to a health care professional after being asked to leave campus, please call the Oxnard College Student Health Center (805) 678-5832 or (805) 678-5032 during regular business hours: 9am-5pm from Monday-Thursday and 9am-12pm on Fridays.  You can also email the Health Center with health related questions at ochealthcntr02@vcccd.edu. Emails sent on Friday or over the weekend will receive a response on Monday.

Ventura County COVID-19 testing sites and information is available through VC Emergency (805)465-6650. You can also dial 211 for a Ventura County’s 24/7 Resource Hotline.

Welcome, Condors!

A message from Dr. Oscar Cobian, Vice President of Student Services

OC Students,

Welcome to Oxnard College and congratulations on advancing your academic goals! We have a hardworking group of professionals at OC who are eager to support you. Our Student Services offices are now open here on campus and are also continuing to provide select virtual services. Below are: 1. some of the key resources we provide at OC to help you along your academic journey, 2. some of the steps we are taking to maintain a healthy campus, and 3. some of the financial, transportation, and childcare opportunities available to you and your families. Please take a look and swing by or call one of our offices soon so that we can help you get off to a strong start. Have a great semester, Condors!

Dr. Oscar Cobian

Get to know Oxnard College

Now that you’re a Condor, there are dozens of resources here on campus to help you explore your options and achieve your goals. Make sure you get to know the student services staff and departments who are here to support you.

• We’ve got your back! As of August 2, all Oxnard College student services offices are open here on campus to support you. We are also continuing to provide online services for your convenience. Maybe you’re looking to transfer to a university, find a new career, figure out which classes you need, or get some financial support. Or maybe you have special needs, serve(d) in our Armed Forces, are a parent, a Dreamer, or are the first in your family to attend college. Not sure where to start? Contact our Welcome Center to get started. Whatever you need, we’re here to help you so stop on by or give us a call at 805-678-5907.

• Are you a first-time student? If you still need help with registration, financial aid, or counseling, be sure to stop by our virtual OC Saturdays on August 14 or 21 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. via Zoom. We’ll have experts on hand to help you get started at Oxnard College! Sign up or learn more here. 
You’ll also want to check out our First-Year Experience (FYE) program. FYE provides resources and support to help you achieve your goals, build community here on campus, and learn about all the opportunities available to you here at OC!