For those eager to explore the college's history, the Orange Coast College Newspapers Archive is a virtual time machine waiting to transport you back in time. Covering an extensive period from 1948 to 2017, the archive holds a collection of three distinct publications, each providing unique glimpses into the college's history: The Barnacle (1948 - 1976), Coastlines (1972 - 1978), and the Coast Report (1976 - 2017).
Navigating the Archive
To access the OCC Newspapers Archive, start at the library's website, and click on the Archives section. Scroll to the Online Collection section of the page and make your selection.
Once you are in the Archive, you can search by: year, issue date, page number, or keyword.
Additional Ways to Learn about OCC's History
The OCC Newspapers Archive is just one way to learn about the college's past. You can also read the book Tumbleweeds to Roses: A History of Orange Coast College, which is available in print or as an ebook. Take a look at the Orange Slices (2004 – 2008) that focuses on the history of Orange Coast College and highlights individuals, celebrations, and characteristics of the college written by Jim Carnett, a former Director of Community Relations. And, of course, the more recent issues of the Coast Report Online can be found through its website.