COCC and OSU-Cascades: Hub, Heart and Drivers of Central Oregon

Central Oregon’s higher education institutions are the lifeblood of our community. Together, Oregon State University – Cascades and Central Oregon Community College provide advancement opportunities for young people, professionals and career-changers; produce talented graduates for regional employers; deliver resources for new and emerging businesses and contribute cultural enrichment for community members. Come learn about the many ways they impact Central Oregon, the forces that shape them, and the opportunities and challenges at hand as they prepare us for the future.

Speakers: Dr. Laurie Chesley, President of Central Oregon Community College Sherman “Sherm” Bloomer, Chancellor and Dean of OSU-Cascades

Moderated by: Emily Cureton Cook, OPB Central Oregon Bureau Chief