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State of the College 2021: Mecca/Thermal Campus and Courses in Coachella

College of the Desert strives to make educational opportunities accessible and attainable for all, no matter where students reside in the Coachella Valley. This is evident through the classes and programs that are available at our East Valley campuses.

To learn more about the efforts taking place at the Mecca/Thermal campus and course offerings at the new Coachella Library, please check out this video clip from State of the College 2021.
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Winter Newsletter 2026

Winter Newsletter 2026

Our Winter 2026 Newsletter is here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity in action, updates on initiatives like plEDGE for All, highlights from recent Foundation events, and the meaningful impact your support is making for College of the Desert students across...

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Tiny Home Naming Opportunity Coming Soon!

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The College of the Desert Foundation will soon offer a unique naming opportunity for the beloved, student-designed and built, approximately 225 sq. ft. Tiny Home. The Tiny House on Wheels started out as a classroom competition between College of the Desert first-year...

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Give the Gift of Experience

Give the Gift of Experience

If you watched the student video above, you can understand how life-changing experiential trips are to COD students. If you didn't watch the video, please do that now by clicking above. As we wrap up another year, we invite you to share in the spirit of giving by...

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