BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ocean County College - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ocean.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ocean County College REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260504T171219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T171219Z UID:10003030-1778083200-1778086800@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:SKD Induction Ceremony & Reception + Grand Opening of OCC's Free Little Libraries DESCRIPTION:SKD Induction Ceremony & Reception + Grand Opening of OCC’s Free Little Libraries\nWednesday\, May 6th\, 4-5pm\, Main Campus Squad (Rain Location: Student Center)\nJoin us as we officially ‘open’ the new two little free libraries set up on OCC’s campus by Sigma Kappa Delta. These libraries will ensure that students will always have the option to grab a free book to keep them reading.  SKD Induction Ceremony and Reception on Wednesday\, May 6th from 4:00-5:00 in the main campus quad (out in front of the Student Center). Join us for food\, drink\, and free books! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/skd-induction-ceremony-reception-grand-opening-of-occs-free-little-libraries/ LOCATION:Campus Mall CATEGORIES:Campus Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T002212Z UID:10002753-1778000400-1778007600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Opening Pathways to Education Now (O.P.E.N.) DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the FAFSA? We’ve got you covered! Our free workshops guide you through the application. Register Today! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/opening-pathways-to-education-now-o-p-e-n-9/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f2a32368bf21edb81cc758ad9be0c07d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T150000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260504T171216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T171216Z UID:10003029-1777986000-1777993200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Celebrate the 2025-2026 Issue of SEASCAPE DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 2025-2026 Issue of SEASCAPE\nTues\, May 5th\, 1:00-3:00pm\, Student Center (2nd Floor)\nGet your copy of Seascape – Ocean County College’s Literature and Art Magazine-\, mingle with the artists\, enjoy free food\, and revel in the joys of being off your phone for real community. \n  URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/celebrate-the-2025-2026-issue-of-seascape/ LOCATION:Larson Student Center CATEGORIES:Campus Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260307T045223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T002212Z UID:10002862-1777984200-1777987800@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:The Trauma Compass: Understanding the Past and Charting the Future DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-trauma-compass-understanding-the-past-and-charting-the-future-5/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/50c95313523365e971ffa1114dc4f934.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260428T152314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T152314Z UID:10003019-1777914000-1777921200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Through the Lens: Intermediate Photography Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Through the Lens: Intermediate Photography Exhibition\nHosted by Professor Ariana Sanchez\, visit the student exhibition featuring artwork created in their Intermediate Photography class. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/through-the-lens-intermediate-photography-exhibition/ LOCATION:Larson Student Center CATEGORIES:Campus Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260424T181059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T181059Z UID:10002972-1777748400-1777755600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:OCC Concert Band: Salute to Service DESCRIPTION:OCC Concert Band: Salute to Service\n \nJoin the Ocean County College Concert Band for an inspiring evening of music and gratitude with “Salute to Service\,” a concert dedicated to honoring those who serve\, past and present\, in military\, public safety\, and community roles. Under the direction of Anthony Tafrow\, the ensemble brings together a stirring program of patriotic classics\, rousing marches\, contemporary works inspired by service and sacrifice\, and heartfelt tributes to the spirit of duty and freedom. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/occ-concert-band-salute-to-service/ LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater CATEGORIES:Campus Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T123000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T042118Z UID:10002772-1777714200-1777725000@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Ocean County College's Spring 2026 Open House DESCRIPTION:RSVP here for OCC’s Spring Open House!\n\n\nThinking about college? Exploring your options? Join us for Ocean County College’s Spring Open House—a fun and interactive way to discover what’s new at OCC! \nThis year’s Open House invites prospective students and their families to explore all areas of OCC– including campus resources\, athletics\, academic programs\, and more! This event is designed to help you discover your interests and envision your next steps. At Open House\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n\nExplore OCC’s academic programs\, transfer\, and workforce pathways\nParticipate in interactive experiences and program highlights\nConnect with faculty\, staff\, and current students\nLearn about enrollment steps\, financial aid\, and student support services\nSubmit your application and get registered for courses\nTour campus and get a feel for student life at OCC\n\nWhether you’re undecided\, exploring career paths\, or planning your next academic move\, Open House is the perfect opportunity to see how OCC can help you move forward—your way. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/ocean-county-colleges-spring-2026-open-house/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/76e2b8ed22d3e89092b6a6cf6f3151bc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260407T164613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T124913Z UID:10002957-1777555800-1777559400@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Moth Storytelling DESCRIPTION:THE MOTH\nDo You Have a Story to Tell? Of course\, you do! \nJoin us for a special Moth Storytelling workshop hosted by the English Department in collaboration with Moth\, an organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling that honors and celebrates the diversity and commonality of human experience. Students will learn how to reflect on meaningful life experiences and shape them into powerful personal stories.\nCome learn how to tell YOUR OWN story.\nBring your friends and learn what you never knew about them before.\nAll are welcome.\nESPECIALLY if you’re shy! \nPrizes & special surprises!\nSnacks and drinks will be served. \nQuestions? Contact asohrawardy@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/moth-storytelling/ LOCATION:Instructional Lecture Hall #114 CATEGORIES:Campus Events ORGANIZER;CN="English/Literature Department":MAILTO:asohrawardy@ocean.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T043610Z UID:10002752-1777482000-1777489200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Opening Pathways to Education Now (O.P.E.N.) DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the FAFSA? We’ve got you covered! Our free workshops guide you through the application. Register Today! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/opening-pathways-to-education-now-o-p-e-n-8/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f2a32368bf21edb81cc758ad9be0c07d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260317T180717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T050714Z UID:10002870-1776880800-1776886200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:ESL Information and Registration Session DESCRIPTION:Want to learn English? Learn more today!\n\n\nJoin us for an ESL Information Session to learn about the English as a Second Language (ESL) options at Ocean County College. \n \nDuring this session\, you will learn about the different programs we offer\, ESL levels\, class options\, schedules\, costs\, and available support services. \nYou will also be able to take the ESL placement test and register for classes during this session! \n\nTest before the session in the Library (building #3) and then head over to the Gateway building for 6pm start!\nTest during/after the session in the Gateway building (#101)\nRegister during/after the session in the Gateway building (#101)\n\nMust bring an ID card/ drivers license and must apply to OCC before testing and registering for classes \nPlease apply at go.ocean.edu/apply \n \nDate: April 22nd \nTime: 6p.m. \nLocation: Kean-Ocean Gateway building #101 \nRoom: Lecture Hall (#104) \nWe suggest to enter through the main entrance and park in parking lot # 3. If you enter through a different entrance\, please follow the signs to parking lot #3 URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/esl-information-session-2/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/00b0804530bf5cc9c4e5d2d0d3af165d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T123000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260227T211921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T211921Z UID:10002799-1776857400-1776861000@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:“Adulting” What does my financial life look like after OCC? DESCRIPTION:Financial Literacy Series \nJoin TRIO this spring for a series of Financial Literacy workshops! All workshops are designed to provide practical tools to strengthen money skills and manage finances with confidence. All sessions will take place at 11:30 a.m. in Gateway (Building 101\, Room 104). \nUpcoming Event: \n\n4/22/2026: “Adulting” – What does my financial life look like after OCC?\n\nQuestions? Please email Alison Noone at anoone@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/adulting-what-does-my-financial-life-look-like-after-occ/ LOCATION:Gateway Lecture Hall #104 CATEGORIES:Campus Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260307T045221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T043812Z UID:10002861-1776774600-1776778200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:The Trauma Compass: Understanding the Past and Charting the Future DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-trauma-compass-understanding-the-past-and-charting-the-future-4/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/50c95313523365e971ffa1114dc4f934.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T050824Z UID:10002751-1776272400-1776279600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Opening Pathways to Education Now (O.P.E.N.) DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the FAFSA? We’ve got you covered! Our free workshops guide you through the application. Register Today! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/opening-pathways-to-education-now-o-p-e-n-7/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f2a32368bf21edb81cc758ad9be0c07d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T134500 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260304T213732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T213732Z UID:10002832-1776256200-1776260700@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Poetry Festival Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Poetry Festival\nCelebrate creativity at our annual Poetry Fest! \nOn April 15 from 12:30–1:45 p.m. head over to the second floor of the Student Center for our Poetry Open Mic\, open to all poets\, rappers\, singer-songwriters\, and storytellers. \nPoetry Fest is sponsored by Student Life. \nQuestions? Contact Jayanti Tamm / jtamm@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/poetry-festival-open-mic/ LOCATION:Larson Student Center CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Student Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ocean-Connect-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T050824Z UID:10002763-1776169800-1776173400@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Building Credit DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants!\n\n\nCaitlin Hensley Gustavo Nascimento and Glenn Meisner of Flagstar Bank with over 10 years of finance experience\, will present Building your Credit. \n \nDate: April 14\, 2026 \nTime: 12:30 -1:30 pm \nLocation: Ocean county College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River \nLarson Center\, Building 8\, room 202 (stairs and elevator available) \n \nFor more information about the program or to apply please click here go.ocean.edu/DisplacedHomemakers URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/building-credit-2/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/99c38a9a5b3469534d42ef435e81e9d7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195525Z UID:10002750-1775581200-1775588400@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Opening Pathways to Education Now (O.P.E.N.) DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the FAFSA? We’ve got you covered! Our free workshops guide you through the application. Register Today! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/opening-pathways-to-education-now-o-p-e-n-6/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f2a32368bf21edb81cc758ad9be0c07d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260312T190055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T190055Z UID:10002869-1775565000-1775568600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:“Pawse” and Play with puppies DESCRIPTION:Take a break from the semester and “pawse” and play with puppies! Join the Counseling Center\, Doggy Noses & Yoga Poses\, and a New Jersey animal rescue for a fun and relaxing session. \nDate: Tuesday\, April 7 \nTime: 12:30–1:30 p.m. \nLocation: Health and Human Performance Center (Building 29) \nQuestions? Email counselingservices@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/pawse-and-play-with-puppies/ LOCATION:Health & Human Performance Center CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Counseling END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195526Z UID:10002762-1775565000-1775568600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Your Savings DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants!\n\n\nCaitlin Hensley and Kathleen\, Branch Managers of Flagstar Bank with over 10 years of finance experience\, will present Your savings- What is savings? Why Save? Finding money to save. Explaining the difference between Interest and Compounding\, and Annual Percentage Yield. Saving for Your Goals. \n \nDate: April 7\, 2026 \nTime: 12:30 -1:30 pm \nLocation: Ocean county College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River \nLarson Center\, Building 8\, room 202 (stairs and elevator available) \n \nFor more information about the program or to apply please click here go.ocean.edu/DisplacedHomemakers URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/your-savings-2/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Counseling ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1d838f862e6982e3d42e7366b49f3ed2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T113000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260307T045220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T045117Z UID:10002860-1775557800-1775561400@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Let's Get Career Ready with Focus2 DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants.\n\n\nStaff will introduce you to Focus2. We will explore how values\, interests\, and skills play a role in identifying your career readiness skills\, Holland Code (personality type) and discover a career path that is right for you. This tool combines self-assessment\, career and major exploration\, decision making\, and action planning to guide you through a reliable career and education decision-making model. \n \nWhen? April 7 10:30-11:30am \nWhere? OCC Library\, Building #3 Room #216 \n \n \nFor more information about the Displaced Homemakers program or to apply please click here go.ocean.edu/DisplacedHomemakers URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/lets-get-career-ready-with-focus2-3/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3c6a949c3ef916c4d40c5c5f1ec7748f.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195525Z UID:10002771-1775556000-1775566800@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Job Fair DESCRIPTION:General Admission to the Spring 2026 Job Fair at OCC!\n\n\nJoin us for the Spring 2026 Job Fair on Tuesday\, April 7th from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM! \nMeet face-to-face with local employers representing fields including Business\, Healthcare\, Hospitality and Criminal Justice. This is a great opportunity for students to explore full-time\, part-time\, and internship opportunities and make valuable professional connections. \nWe will also be raffling off OCC Bookstore gift cards to attendees! RSVP Today! \nWhere? Student Center (building #8) on the OCC Toms River Campus URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/spring-2026-job-fair/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/4fc86c424b3480cf35f49aef359e307c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T205013Z UID:10002749-1775062800-1775070000@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Opening Pathways to Education Now (O.P.E.N.) DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the FAFSA? We’ve got you covered! Our free workshops guide you through the application. Register Today! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/opening-pathways-to-education-now-o-p-e-n-5/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f2a32368bf21edb81cc758ad9be0c07d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T120000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260304T213629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T130134Z UID:10002831-1775041200-1775044800@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Poetry Festival DESCRIPTION:Poetry Festival\nCelebrate creativity at our annual Poetry Fest! \nJoin us on April 1 at 11 a.m. in Gateway (Building 101\, Room 104) for a poetry reading and Q&A with award-winning poet Airea D. Matthews. \nThen come back on April 15 from 12:30–1:45 p.m. to the second floor of the Student Center for our Poetry Open Mic\, open to all poets\, rappers\, singer-songwriters\, and storytellers. Refreshments will be served. \nPoetry Fest is sponsored by Student Life. \nQuestions? Contact Professor D Fernandes at dfernandes@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/poetry-festival-4/ LOCATION:Gateway Lecture Hall #104 CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Student Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ocean-Connect-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T140000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20250227T215723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T135008Z UID:10001021-1774512000-1774533600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Environmental Sciences Technical Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of exploration\, learning\, and networking at the Fourth Annual Environmental Sciences Technical Conference! Questions? Email Lincoln Simmons at lsimmons@ocean.edu. \n\n\n\n \n \n 2026 Environmental Sciences Technical Conference Sign In Form\n Sign-In form for the 2026 Environmental Sciences Technical Conference \n \n First NameFirst NameLast NameLast NameEmailEmailPhonePhoneSchool or Company AffiliationSchool or Company Affiliation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nJointly Presented and Sponsored By: URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/environmental-sciences-technical-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Gateway Lecture Hall #104 CATEGORIES:Campus Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260227T013454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T170906Z UID:10002808-1774454400-1774461600@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt at Ocean! DESCRIPTION:Come join Ocean for an Egg Hunt on March 25th! Kids ages 12 & under can hunt for treat-filled eggs\, enjoy refreshments & meet OCC’s Viking!\n\n\nKids ages 12 and under can join the Easter Viking at Ocean County College for an Easter Egg hunt with prizes and refreshments! \nMeeting location: Student Center (building #8) \nMeeting time: 4PM \n \nBefore and after the Egg Hunt\, the OCC Planetarium will be hosting two light shows that are 30 minutes each. \nIncluding fees\, tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for kids 12 years old and under\, seniors 60 years and older\, and OCC students/alumni/staff with ID or @Ocean email. The link for our ticket site is https://booking.ocean.edu/Events . \n3:30PM: One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure \nJoin Sesame Street’s Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu\, a Muppet visiting from China. They will take children on a journey of discovery and imagination about the Moon\, the Earth\, bright stars and constellations. Recommended for Pre-K to Grade 1. \n5:30PM: Cosmic Colors \nCosmic Colors will take you on a wondrous journey across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Discover why the sky is blue and why Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back at your doctor’s office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur-based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light! Recommended for grade levels 3 and up. \n \nDuring the event\, we will be collecting donations for our on-campus food pantry\, Helping Hands! If you are interested and able to donate\, please see the below list of items that they need: URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/easter-egg-hunt-at-ocean/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/8ef56a649c71191bd08141a1df86fd11.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T110608Z UID:10002761-1774355400-1774359000@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:You can bank on it DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants!\n\n\nCaitlin Hensley and Kathleen\, and Gustavo Nascimento\, Branch Managers of Flagstar Bank with over 10 years of finance experience\, will present The differences between Banks & Credit Unions\, FDIC Insurance\, Deposit products\, Credit products\, Types of Accounts\, Banking history reports\, filing disputes. \n \nDate: March 24\, 2026 \nTime: 12:30 -1:30 pm \nLocation: Ocean county College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River \nLarson Center\, Building 8\, room 202 (stairs and elevator available) \n \nFor more information about the program or to apply please click here go.ocean.edu/DisplacedHomemakers URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/you-can-bank-on-it-2/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/9f55cb0de991890d4b738f8ac0a98a97.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260227T211814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T123542Z UID:10002798-1774351800-1774355400@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Debt Management and Credit Building DESCRIPTION:  \nFinancial Literacy Series \nJoin TRIO this spring for a series of Financial Literacy workshops! All workshops are designed to provide practical tools to strengthen money skills and manage finances with confidence. All sessions will take place at 11:30 a.m. in Gateway (Building 101\, Room 104). \nQuestions? Please email Alison Noone at anoone@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/debt-management-and-credit-building/ LOCATION:Gateway Lecture Hall #104 CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Financial Literacy Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T153000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260307T045213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180717Z UID:10002859-1773928800-1773934200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:CALM Clinical Workshop and Conversations DESCRIPTION:This session is for non-clinical participants!\n\n\nThis session is open to all non-clinical participants! \nJoin the Counseling Center on March 19 for an important Suicide Prevention Conference in Bartlett Hall\, Room #203 (building #2). \nThis workshop is for anyone who wants to learn how to effectively have a conversation regarding lethal means safety and reducing access to lethal means in times of crisis in addition to suicide prevention. This is a great add-on for anyone who has attended a previous gatekeeper training (like QPR or Mental Health First Aid). \nEvent Schedule: \n\n2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. • CALM Conversations session (This is a great add-on for anyone who has attended a previous gatekeeper training\, like QPR or Mental Health First Aid)\n\n \nQuestions? Email the Counseling Center at counselingservices@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/calm-clinical-workshop-and-conversations-4/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/c3c724ffdc592c96963d363bea7659c8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260304T190828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180716Z UID:10002851-1773910800-1773925200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:CALM Clinical Workshop and Conversations- Clinicians Only DESCRIPTION:This session is for clinicians only!\n\n\nJoin the Counseling Center on March 19 for an important Suicide Prevention Conference in Bartlett Hall (building #2)\, room #203. This event features CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means) training\, providing crucial strategies for reducing suicide risk. \nIn this workshop\, participants will gain effective strategies to reduce access to lethal means in times of suicide risk. This workshop is designed for mental health professionals or others working in direct care with students and/or clients who may experience heightened suicide risk. \nEvent Schedule: \n\n9 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Clinical Workshop led by CALM\n\n \nQuestions? Email the Counseling Center at counselingservices@ocean.edu. URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/calm-clinical-workshop-and-conversations-3/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/c3c724ffdc592c96963d363bea7659c8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180716Z UID:10002748-1773853200-1773860400@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Opening Pathways to Education Now (O.P.E.N.) DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the FAFSA? We’ve got you covered! Our free workshops guide you through the application. Register Today! URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/opening-pathways-to-education-now-o-p-e-n-4/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/8f7d0bdf7371a983642a5c22d5f2a7f0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T133000 DTSTAMP:20260507T070927 CREATED:20260212T153529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180716Z UID:10002760-1773750600-1773754200@www.ocean.edu SUMMARY:Planning for unexpected life events DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively open to Displaced Homemakers Program participants with Ocean County College Student Identification numbers.\n\n\nCaitlin Hensley and Kathleen\, Branch Managers of Flagstar Bank with over 10 years of finance experience\, will present Planning for unexpected life events- Future health problems\, disasters\, protecting documents\, how financially prepared are you? \nDate: March 17\, 2026 \nTime: 12:30 -1:30 pm \nLocation: Ocean county College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River \nLarson Center\, Building 8\, room 202 (stairs and elevator available) \n \nNote: For more information about the program or to apply please click here go.ocean.edu/DisplacedHomemakers URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/planning-for-unexpected-life-events-2/ LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ocean.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/7d9d2446cb5584f871c474581bf5cebf.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR