Olympic College Annual Report
2007-2008 Olympic College Annual Report –
I AM OC...A Tribute to Our Communities, Students and Employees
Message from the President:
Every year, I open with a short introduction to the annual report about the achievements and successes of Olympic College the previous year. This report is no different, but we approach a challenging time as this publication goes to print.
In 2007-2008, our successes and accomplishments continued to move the institution forward to help prepare students for the 21st Century. We completed construction of one building and started another to update the college with more modern facilities and classrooms. We started new programs that catered to the needs of local employers and to the military. We also received a $2 million donation from the Bremer Trust (scheduled to be matched by $2 million from the state) to create a new child development center for students that need an affordable and safe environment for their children while they pursue their higher education goals.
While this past year created many new opportunities for the college, the current recession will present many challenges. It’s still too early to tell all of the impacts. Yet, what we do know is the college will adapt as it has for the past 60 years and continue to make its primary focus to provide quality education to those we serve in our communities.
This year’s annual report is a special one: It is a tribute to the dedication and commitment of staff, faculty, donors, elected officials and community members to the college. I am proud to present the theme for the 2007-2008 annual report, I AM OC.
On the cover, you’ll notice a picture of a person wearing an I AM OC badge. The theme is representative of each individual that works with, engages, influences, impacts, and drives the college. While most see the college collectively, the college is a sum of the work of many individuals – some out in front, others behind the scenes – but each one a contributor to bringing quality education to the region. This issue is dedicated to the individuals that make Olympic College a premier institution and push it forward.
I hope you enjoy the 2007-2008 annual report and I look forward to hearing your feedback.
Sincerely,
Dr. David Mitchell,
President, Olympic College
P.S. - Check out I AM OC faculty, student and alum stories at www.olympic.edu/IAMOC.
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