News
Welcome to the official source of news for NOCCCD. Stay informed on the latest updates and read the stories and achievements that bring to life our community of faculty, staff, and students.

Featured News
NOCCCD Celebrates Continuous Pride
While June is officially designated to highlight the LGBTQIA+ community, NOCCCD supports these groups year-round. Read on to learn what the District is doing this month and what resources are always available to students.

Meet the Student Trustees of the 2025-26 Academic Year
The newly elected Student Trustees from Cypress College, Fullerton College, and NOCE were sworn in and seated at the most recent Board Meeting.

The 2024-25 North Star Awardees
NOCCCD closes out the 2024-25 academic year by highlighting four outstanding employees with the North Star Award.

NOCCCD Announces Dr. Jennifer Vega La Serna as New Vice Chancellor, Educational Services and Institutional Effectiveness
Pending Board of Trustees approval on May 27, 2025, the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) is delighted to announce that Dr. Jennifer Vega La Serna has been selected as the new Vice Chancellor, Educational Services and Institutional Effectiveness.

Subscribe to Our Newsletter!
Published by the District Office of Public and Governmental Affairs, Inside NOCCCD highlights the latest District-wide events, people, news, and initiatives. Our goals is to keep you well-informed about the great things happening at Cypress College, Fullerton College, North Orange Continuing Education, and the District.
Have a suggestion or story idea? Let us know by emailing the Public & Governmental Affairs Office.
Featured Videos

The College Tour: Cypress College Edition
Welcome to The College Tour, Cypress College Edition. Cypress College is featured on this Amazon Prime show. Enjoy this preview of the upcoming show. The College Tour, hosted by Alex Boylan, features 10 Cypress College students and alumni. Buen Cypress! We Take This Journey Together.

A Look Back on NOCE's 50th Year
North Orange Continuing Education (NOCE) celebrates its 50th anniversary. Originally established as a standalone continuing education center, NOCE has grown into a fully accredited school over the past five decades.
Congratulations to the Fullerton College Class of 2024
Relive the moments from the 109th Fullerton College Commencement Ceremony.
Achievements

Full Accreditation for Credit Colleges!
NOCCCD is proud to announce that Cypress College and Fullerton College have both had their accreditation status reaffirmed by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC).

Celebrating NOCCCD'S Teachers of the Year
Orange County Teachers were celebrated at the 2025 Teachers of the Year Gala on November 1, 2024. The gala took place at the Disneyland Hotel and was hosted by the Orange County Department of Education. This year’s theme was “Resilient and Strong.”

Celebrating Stellar Employees with the 2024 North Star Awards
Four employees of the North Orange County Community College District were presented with 2024 North Star Awards for their significant contributions to the District's mission, vision, and values.
Around NOCCCD
NOCCCD in a Snapshot