Our Mission
The °µÍø½ûÇø Archives serves as a repository for the historical records of °µÍø½ûÇø. The primary purpose of the Archives is to document the history of the College and preserve and retain all records of value.
The core mission of the °µÍø½ûÇø Archives is as follows:
- To appraise, collect, organize, describe, make available, and preserve records of historic value to °µÍø½ûÇø.
- To provide adequate facilities for the retention and preservation of such records.
- To provide information services that will assist the operation of the College Archives.
- To provide assistance to patrons in the use of the Archives collection.
Online Collection
Archives: °µÍø½ûÇø Newsroom. View news releases, media alerts, featured stories and alumni news.
: The official newspaper of °µÍø½ûÇø written by our journalism students to inform the campus community.
: Details the history of °µÍø½ûÇø from 1948 – 1963.
°µÍø½ûÇø Slices: dates covered 2004 – 2008. Focuses on the history of °µÍø½ûÇø and highlights individuals, celebrations, and characteristics of the college. Jim Carnett, the former Director of Community Relations, exquisitely captures these moments.
. Access the historic college catalogs from 1948-1969.
Access the full run of The Barnacle (1948-1976), Coastlines (1972-1978), and Coast Report (1976-2017). Search by year, date of issue, or page number, in addition to full text search capability.
. Access the college yearbook “The Log” from 1949 – 1969. Search by year.
Address
The °µÍø½ûÇø Archives
°µÍø½ûÇø Library
2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, California 92626
Librarian: Jodi Della Marna
Phone: 714-432-0202 x21054
Email: jdellamarna@occ.cccd.edu
°µÍø½ûÇø Library
2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, California 92626
Librarian: Jodi Della Marna
Phone: 714-432-0202 x21054
Email: jdellamarna@occ.cccd.edu
Hours
By appointment only:
- Tuesday - Thursday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm
- Saturday, Sunday, Monday: Closed
- Closed during summer and winter break, and during hours when the library is closed
Policies and Procedures
Access
The °µÍø½ûÇø Archives is a closed collection. If you are interested in finding materials in the Archives collection, please make arrangements with the Archives Librarian regarding your request.
Duplication and Reproduction
Scanning can be arranged for most materials. The librarian reserves the right to withhold access or permission to scan, photograph, or photocopy materials for the protection of fragile items. Researchers are responsible for duplication fees.