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College of the Mainland hosts Duck Into STEM Day
From building robotic ducks and breaking geodes, to solving process technology puzzles and constructing balloon rockets, it was a day filled with fascinating adventure for 150 eighth graders from Texas City Independent School District participating in Duck Into STEM Day on Friday, February 23 at College of the Mainland (COM).
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College of the Mainland Observes Black History Month with Industry Focus
In observance of Black History Month, College of the Mainland (COM) is hosting a series of exciting student events throughout February. Highlighting the rich history and cultural impact of African Americans, these events all lead up to the featured community event, 'African Americans in Industry - Refineries and Engineering' on Feb. 27 at 12:30 p.m. in the Conference Center.
Read StoryCOM Vice President of Instruction Named Newest President at Bakersfield College
College of the Mainland (COM) is pleased to announce that COM Vice President of Instruction Dr. Jerry Fliger has been named president at Bakersfield College in Bakersfield, California.
Read StoryPublic Notice of Upcoming Accreditation Review Visit by the ACEN
College of the Mainland wishes to announce that it will host a site visit for initial accreditation of its RN to BSN nursing program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
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COM graphic arts student creates winning poster design for 2024 Mardi Gras! Galveston
In a sea of purple, green and gold, it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. But College of the Mainland graphic arts student, Zion-Alexander Luerson did just that after earning top honors in the 2024 Mardi Gras! Galveston poster contest. As the first-place winner, Luerson's design will now serve as the face of this year's festivities.
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Mary Ellen and Chuck Doyle and Texas First Bank Donate $100,000 for Plumbing Program
College of the Mainland (COM) is pleased to announce a donation by Mary Ellen and Charles T. "Chuck" Doyle and Texas First Bank in the amount of $100,000 for the Mitchell Chuoke Jr. Plumbing Program. During a check presentation at the College's Monday, Jan. 22 board meeting, the Doyle and Chuoke families joined COM officials to present a check for the program.
Read StoryCOM Aims to Enhance Student Success with Merger of Student Services and Instructional Divisions
With the top strategic goal of College of the Mainland (COM) being student success, the College is taking steps to further enhance students' experience and will merge the Instructional and Student Services divisions into the newly formed Division of Academic and Student Affairs (DASA).
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