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Getting Started Session
The COCC Admissions Team is here to support you with any questions about the admissions
process, academic programs, and more. Schedule a one-on-one meeting today. We look
forward to connecting soon!
(Please note, this is NOT an academic advising appointment. You will not register
for classes at this appointment.)
Health Careers Appointment
Schedule an individual information session with Jill Ridling, COCC Health Career Outreach Coordinator. Click on the link below to schedule an individual appointment over the, phone, Zoom or in-person.
Visits Near You
Can't come to our campus? The COCC Admissions Team will be visiting schools throughout Oregon and our bordering states. Check out where we'll be visiting next!
Sarah Hopkins
Admissions Coordinator
(541) 383-7793
shopkins3@cocc.edu
Hometown: Happy Valley, OR
Education: Associate of Arts Degree from Central Oregon Community College and Bachelor of Arts
Degree in Communications and Business minor from Western Oregon University
Favorite Event on Campus: Move in day at Wickiup Hall! Move-in day is highly anticipated for students from all
over embarking on a new journey as both students and residents at COCC. Friendly faces
from all over campus join together to welcome students – with music, photos, and help
from the Rugby team it’s a great way to welcome students to campus!
While not at COCC: You’ll find Sarah hiking, skiing, and floating to get the most out of each season
in Central Oregon! She loves to try new recipes, typically from Bon Appetit Magazine
and is slowly learning the art of making wood-fired pizza!
Local Schools: Any school! Mountain View, Summit, Caldera, Sisters, Crook County, La Pine, Gilchrist,
Realms, Trinity Lutheran, Bend Tech Academy
Territories: Portland Metro Area, Eastern Oregon, NE Oregon, California, and Idaho
Admissions Coordinator
(541) 383-7227
dwitty2@cocc.edu
Hometown: Bend, OR
Education: Associate of Arts in Communication from Central Oregon
Community College and nearing completion on a BA in Social Science at
Oregon State University – Cascades.
Favorite Event on Campus: Bobcat Orientation is awesome! Students
start to get excited for the coming term, and seeing them pick up their
parking passes and student IDs is so much fun! Being able to help guide
students on their path to success is very rewarding!
While not at COCC: Daniel can normally be found at a local theater,
either performing or watching a show! Other than that, Daniel loves to
hang out with his friends and go to various events in and around
Oregon. If you see him out and about, say hi!
Local Schools: Bend High School, Redmond High, RPA, Ridgeview, Madras High, Culver High, Central Christian School
Territories: Southern Oregon, Western Oregon, NW Oregon,
Washington
Kayleen Schweitzer
Assistant Director of Admissions - Recruitment & Outreach
(541) 318-3703
kschweitzer@cocc.edu
Hometown: Northglenn, CO
Education: Master of Art (MA) in School Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado
and Bachelor of Science in Family and Human Services from the University of Oregon
Favorite Event on Campus: Preview Day! It's such a fun day for high school students to come and check out
campus. It's a high energy day and I think it really gives potential students an opportunity
to see if COCC is the right fit for them. Also, there is always delicious food.
While not at COCC: You'll find Kayleen exploring Central Oregon with her husband and two kids. She
loves playing softball, spending time with friends, and listening to live music.
Territories: Oregon Coast
