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SUMMARY:The Free School
DESCRIPTION:The Free School\nThe Faces of Faiths: A Journey through World Religions\nMondays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n11/2\, 11/9\, 11/16\, 11/23\nInstructional Building #5\, Room 114 \nBUDDHISM\nThis fall\, The Free School continues The Faces of Faiths: A Journey through World Religions with an in-depth exploration of one of the world’s most influential and diverse religious traditions: Buddhism. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What can Buddhism teach us about suffering\, compassion\, wisdom\, and the possibility of human transformation? And how have Buddhist teachings taken different forms as they have traveled across cultures and generations? \nRather than approaching Buddhism as a single\, uniform tradition\, this series will introduce participants to several of its vibrant living expressions. Over the course of the series\, representatives from Theravāda\, Mahāyāna \, and Zen Buddhism will guide us through the distinctive teachings\, practices\, histories\, and communities that shape their traditions. Along the way\, we will explore both what these traditions share and the fascinating ways they differ in their understandings of Buddhist philosophy and practice. \nDesigned for the curious rather than the expert\, the series invites participants into a respectful conversation with living Buddhist traditions. Whether you are interested in religion\, philosophy\, meditation\, history\, or simply in how other people understand the world\, join us as we explore the many paths of Buddhism and consider what their ancient teachings might have to say to our lives today. \nNovember 2: Introduction to Buddhism (featuring TBD)\nWe’ll explore the origins of a tradition that would transform the religious and philosophical landscape of Asia and eventually the world. This opening session introduces Siddhartha Gautama\, the historical and cultural world in which Buddhism emerged\, and the teachings that became the foundation of Buddhist thought and practice. We will explore the Four Noble Truths\, the Eightfold Path\, karma\, rebirth\, impermanence\, and nirvana\, while tracing how an ancient Indian path of liberation developed into a remarkably diverse global tradition. \nNovember 9: Mahāyāna Buddhism (featuring Dr. Jongbok Yi)\nIn Session Two\, we’ll enter the extraordinarily diverse world of Mahāyāna Buddhism\, a tradition that transformed Buddhist thought through a bold expansion of the meaning of enlightenment itself. At its center stands the bodhisattva\, the figure who joins wisdom with radical compassion and seeks awakening for the benefit of all beings. Through ideas such as emptiness\, interdependence\, and Buddha-nature\, Mahāyāna traditions developed some of Buddhism’s most sophisticated philosophical reflections on the nature of reality\, the self\, and our obligations to one another. \nNovember 16: Theravāda Buddhism (featuring Bhante Revatha)\nNext\, we’ll learn about a living Buddhist tradition deeply rooted in the teachings preserved in the Pali Canon\, the oldest complete Buddhist canon still in existence. TheravādaBuddhism offers a rigorous path of ethical discipline\, meditation\, and wisdom directed toward seeing reality more clearly and attaining liberation from suffering. Its teachings on impermanence\, craving\, mindfulness\, and the absence of a permanent self have shaped Buddhist communities for centuries and continue to influence contemporary conversations about meditation and the cultivation of the mind. \nNovember 23: Zen Buddhism (featuring Kevin LeBlanc)\nOur series concludes by having us journey with one of Buddhism’s most distinctive and influential traditions. Zen places meditation and direct experience at the center of Buddhist practice\, challenging practitioners to move beyond habitual ways of thinking and encounter reality with greater clarity. From zazen and koans to the cultivation of attention in ordinary activities\, Zen brings Buddhist philosophy into the texture of everyday life and offers a striking vision of awakening not as an escape from the world\, but as a different way of being fully present within it. \nRegistration is free\, but space is limited. For more information\, please email Dr. Mark William Westmoreland at mwestmoreland@ocean.edu\nDr. Christopher Ruth and Dr. Mark William Westmoreland founded The Free School out of a desire to serve Ocean County beyond what happens in our classrooms. This is a community-focused personal enrichment program. There are no assignments and no grades; rather\, each session is a lively conversation facilitated by a faculty expert.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-free-school/2026-11-09/
LOCATION:Instructional Lecture Hall #114
CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T203000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Travis Mills
DESCRIPTION:Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated warrior\, motivational speaker\, actor\, author\, and advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis’s New York Times bestselling memoir\, Tough as They Come\, is currently available for sale in bookstores everywhere. Despite losing portions of both arms and legs from an IED while on active duty in Afghanistan\, Travis continues to overcome life’s challenges\, breaking physical barriers and defying odds. \n  \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/a-conversation-with-travis-mills/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="foundation@ocean.edu":MAILTO:foundation@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260924T172113Z
CREATED:20260917T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T172113Z
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SUMMARY:Stockton visit
DESCRIPTION:Looking to transfer? Stockton University is one of Ocean County College’s premier university partners\, offering streamlined transfer pathways\, program-to-program tracks\, and affordable 3+1 articulation agreements. Stop by to speak with Enrico DeRooy\, Assistant Dir of Admissions & Transfer Coordinator\, to plan your transfer.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/stockton-visit-3/2026-11-10/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T130000
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CREATED:20260908T155332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T155332Z
UID:10004104-1794391200-1794402000@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Chestnut Hill Visit
DESCRIPTION:Chestnut Hill College is a private\, four-year college located in Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, offering more than 60 academic programs in a close-knit\, supportive community. Transfer students can bring in up to 75 eligible credits and have access to generous merit scholarships\, personalized advising\, and individualized support throughout the transfer process. Stop by to learn how you can continue your education at CHC!
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/chestnut-hill-visit/
LOCATION:Larson Student Center
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T190000
DTSTAMP:20261005T190926Z
CREATED:20260916T235209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T190926Z
UID:10004194-1794416400-1794423600@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-21/
LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campus Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T143000
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CREATED:20260601T184648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T140008Z
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SUMMARY:Transfer Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Still have questions? After attending a General Transfer Workshop\, join our advisors for a transfer advising session. Get answers to your specific application questions and review your credits.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/transfer-advising-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Instructional Classroom #312
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T180000
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SUMMARY:Trip to the American Dream Mall
DESCRIPTION:Student Life is headed to the American Dream Mall on Saturday\, November 14th! \nTicket purchased through us include round trip transportation to and from the mall ONLY. Any additional exhibits can be purchased on the mall’s website. \nThe bus will leave from Lot #2 at 10:00am\, please arrive by 9:45am! It will depart from the mall at 6:00pm at the same drop-off location. \nFor tickets and more information\, please visit the Student Life Box Office (Student Center\, Building 8).
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/trip-to-the-american-dream-mall/
CATEGORIES:Student Life
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260915T193835Z
CREATED:20260804T173504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T193835Z
UID:10003635-1794823200-1794834000@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Kean Ocean Dual Advising
DESCRIPTION:Planning to transfer to Kean Ocean? Meet with advisors from both Kean Ocean and Ocean County College to find out how your credits will transfer seamlessly. \nContact Lisa Gilliar lgilliar@ocean.edu for an appointment. \nNeed to register for your Kean courses? See Step 3 of Kean Ocean Next Steps to schedule your appointment.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/kean-ocean-dual-advising-3/2026-11-16/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260915T192511Z
CREATED:20260915T192511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T192511Z
UID:10004133-1794823200-1794834000@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:University of Rhode Island visit
DESCRIPTION:Learn how your OCC credits can transfer\, explore academic programs\, and get details on scholarships\, campus life\, and the application process. Find out how URI can be the right fit for your next step!
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/university-of-rhode-island-visit/
LOCATION:Larson Student Center
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T153000
DTSTAMP:20261002T182813Z
CREATED:20261002T182813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T182813Z
UID:10004235-1794839400-1794843000@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Kean Ocean Career Services Virtual Event: Interview Preparation for Internships & Full-Time Positions
DESCRIPTION:Join Career Services for a high-impact session on interview best practices\, behavioral questions\, and the S.T.A.R. method. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/kean-ocean-career-services-virtual-event-interview-preparation-for-internships-full-time-positions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260916T121447Z
CREATED:20260916T121253Z
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SUMMARY:The Free School
DESCRIPTION:The Free School\nThe Faces of Faiths: A Journey through World Religions\nMondays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n11/2\, 11/9\, 11/16\, 11/23\nInstructional Building #5\, Room 114 \nBUDDHISM\nThis fall\, The Free School continues The Faces of Faiths: A Journey through World Religions with an in-depth exploration of one of the world’s most influential and diverse religious traditions: Buddhism. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What can Buddhism teach us about suffering\, compassion\, wisdom\, and the possibility of human transformation? And how have Buddhist teachings taken different forms as they have traveled across cultures and generations? \nRather than approaching Buddhism as a single\, uniform tradition\, this series will introduce participants to several of its vibrant living expressions. Over the course of the series\, representatives from Theravāda\, Mahāyāna \, and Zen Buddhism will guide us through the distinctive teachings\, practices\, histories\, and communities that shape their traditions. Along the way\, we will explore both what these traditions share and the fascinating ways they differ in their understandings of Buddhist philosophy and practice. \nDesigned for the curious rather than the expert\, the series invites participants into a respectful conversation with living Buddhist traditions. Whether you are interested in religion\, philosophy\, meditation\, history\, or simply in how other people understand the world\, join us as we explore the many paths of Buddhism and consider what their ancient teachings might have to say to our lives today. \nNovember 2: Introduction to Buddhism (featuring TBD)\nWe’ll explore the origins of a tradition that would transform the religious and philosophical landscape of Asia and eventually the world. This opening session introduces Siddhartha Gautama\, the historical and cultural world in which Buddhism emerged\, and the teachings that became the foundation of Buddhist thought and practice. We will explore the Four Noble Truths\, the Eightfold Path\, karma\, rebirth\, impermanence\, and nirvana\, while tracing how an ancient Indian path of liberation developed into a remarkably diverse global tradition. \nNovember 9: Mahāyāna Buddhism (featuring Dr. Jongbok Yi)\nIn Session Two\, we’ll enter the extraordinarily diverse world of Mahāyāna Buddhism\, a tradition that transformed Buddhist thought through a bold expansion of the meaning of enlightenment itself. At its center stands the bodhisattva\, the figure who joins wisdom with radical compassion and seeks awakening for the benefit of all beings. Through ideas such as emptiness\, interdependence\, and Buddha-nature\, Mahāyāna traditions developed some of Buddhism’s most sophisticated philosophical reflections on the nature of reality\, the self\, and our obligations to one another. \nNovember 16: Theravāda Buddhism (featuring Bhante Revatha)\nNext\, we’ll learn about a living Buddhist tradition deeply rooted in the teachings preserved in the Pali Canon\, the oldest complete Buddhist canon still in existence. TheravādaBuddhism offers a rigorous path of ethical discipline\, meditation\, and wisdom directed toward seeing reality more clearly and attaining liberation from suffering. Its teachings on impermanence\, craving\, mindfulness\, and the absence of a permanent self have shaped Buddhist communities for centuries and continue to influence contemporary conversations about meditation and the cultivation of the mind. \nNovember 23: Zen Buddhism (featuring Kevin LeBlanc)\nOur series concludes by having us journey with one of Buddhism’s most distinctive and influential traditions. Zen places meditation and direct experience at the center of Buddhist practice\, challenging practitioners to move beyond habitual ways of thinking and encounter reality with greater clarity. From zazen and koans to the cultivation of attention in ordinary activities\, Zen brings Buddhist philosophy into the texture of everyday life and offers a striking vision of awakening not as an escape from the world\, but as a different way of being fully present within it. \nRegistration is free\, but space is limited. For more information\, please email Dr. Mark William Westmoreland at mwestmoreland@ocean.edu\nDr. Christopher Ruth and Dr. Mark William Westmoreland founded The Free School out of a desire to serve Ocean County beyond what happens in our classrooms. This is a community-focused personal enrichment program. There are no assignments and no grades; rather\, each session is a lively conversation facilitated by a faculty expert.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-free-school/2026-11-16/
LOCATION:Instructional Lecture Hall #114
CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260924T172113Z
CREATED:20260917T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T172113Z
UID:10004200-1794907800-1794925800@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Stockton visit
DESCRIPTION:Looking to transfer? Stockton University is one of Ocean County College’s premier university partners\, offering streamlined transfer pathways\, program-to-program tracks\, and affordable 3+1 articulation agreements. Stop by to speak with Enrico DeRooy\, Assistant Dir of Admissions & Transfer Coordinator\, to plan your transfer.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/stockton-visit-3/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260915T194030Z
CREATED:20260629T203414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T194030Z
UID:10003547-1794909600-1794920400@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Rowan University visit
DESCRIPTION:Connect with a Rowan University representative to explore transferring to their vibrant campus in Glassboro\, New Jersey. Rowan offers more than 100 academic programs—including nationally recognized majors in Business\, Engineering\, Communications\, Health Sciences\, Athletic Training\, Education\, and more. Learn how Rowan’s transfer-friendly pathways\, dedicated support services\, and welcoming community make it easy to continue your academic journey with confidence.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/rowan-university-visit-6/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Larson Student Center
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260915T193613Z
CREATED:20260730T200611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T193613Z
UID:10003605-1794996000-1795006800@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Rider University visit
DESCRIPTION:Rider University is a private institution known for its generous transfer scholarships\, including the prestigious Full-Tuition Transfer Trustee Scholarship (which has been awarded to three OCC students in recent years).  In addition to this\, Rider offers PTK scholarships\, legacy awards\, sibling grants\, and generous institutional aid to ensure your degree is accessible and affordable.  Rider also participates in a free tuition program for qualified NJ Residents. Learn more about the Rider Tuition Guarantee. The university has been recognized as a Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll school for the past 9 consecutive years.  Rider is well known for its seamless transfer credit policies\, internship opportunities\, and career services that help to ensure students are well prepared to enter the workforce or graduate school upon graduation. Rider offers more than 70 majors\, with popular fields such as business\, education\, film and television\, sciences\, psychology\, cybersecurity\, social work\, and computer science.  There are also opportunities to double major or add minors in various areas. Interested in transferring to Rider University?
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/rider-university-visit-6/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Larson Student Center
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260730T200718Z
CREATED:20260730T200718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T200718Z
UID:10003607-1794996000-1795006800@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Thomas Edison State University visit
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Edison State University is an online\, flexible option for your Bachelor’s degree\, allowing you to transfer up to 90 credits through the TESU/NJ 3+1 Pathways program. Prior learning opportunities\, as well as college-level testing\, are all options to get your degree quickly and easily. There is no application fee when you earn the OCC associate degree. You will receive personalized one-on-one advising to keep you on track to finish your academic journey.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/thomas-edison-state-university-visit-7/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Instructional Building Lobby
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T181003Z
CREATED:20260903T181003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181003Z
UID:10004065-1794996000-1795006800@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Georgian Court University Visit
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about Georgian Court University? Come and chat about their generous scholarships\, beautiful suburban and historic campus\, and the bridge program for transfer credits. Choose from many undergraduate programs in areas such as Art\, Business\, Education\, Health & Exercise Science\, Nursing\, Social Work\, and more.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/georgian-court-university-visit-11/
LOCATION:Instructional Building Lobby
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T190000
DTSTAMP:20261005T190926Z
CREATED:20260916T235210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T190926Z
UID:10004195-1795021200-1795028400@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-22/
LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campus Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T190000
DTSTAMP:20261005T190924Z
CREATED:20260616T012209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T190924Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Fall In-Person NJ Stars Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an information session to learn more about Ocean County College and the NJ Stars scholarship!\n\n\nCurious about what’s waiting for you as an NJ STARS student at Ocean County College? Here’s your chance to find out!✨ \nDate & Time: \nNovember 18📅 6:00 PM \nLocation:📍 Building #25 (Technology bldg) Room #115 \nWhat’s on the Agenda?🔍 Explore our programs\, designed to help you thrive.🏅 Get the inside scoop on our athletics programs.💡 Learn everything you need to know about NJ Stars — from applying to utilizing this incredible scholarship opportunity.💰 Plus\, find out how you can benefit from the NJ Stars II scholarship from Kean University! \nThis is the perfect opportunity to ask questions\, get answers\, and take the first step toward an exciting future. We look forward to meeting you!
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/2026-fall-in-person-nj-stars-information-session/
LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campus Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260924T172113Z
CREATED:20260917T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T172113Z
UID:10004221-1795426200-1795444200@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Stockton visit
DESCRIPTION:Looking to transfer? Stockton University is one of Ocean County College’s premier university partners\, offering streamlined transfer pathways\, program-to-program tracks\, and affordable 3+1 articulation agreements. Stop by to speak with Enrico DeRooy\, Assistant Dir of Admissions & Transfer Coordinator\, to plan your transfer.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/stockton-visit-3/2026-11-23/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260915T193835Z
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SUMMARY:Kean Ocean Dual Advising
DESCRIPTION:Planning to transfer to Kean Ocean? Meet with advisors from both Kean Ocean and Ocean County College to find out how your credits will transfer seamlessly. \nContact Lisa Gilliar lgilliar@ocean.edu for an appointment. \nNeed to register for your Kean courses? See Step 3 of Kean Ocean Next Steps to schedule your appointment.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/kean-ocean-dual-advising-3/2026-11-23/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260916T121447Z
CREATED:20260916T121253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T121447Z
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SUMMARY:The Free School
DESCRIPTION:The Free School\nThe Faces of Faiths: A Journey through World Religions\nMondays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n11/2\, 11/9\, 11/16\, 11/23\nInstructional Building #5\, Room 114 \nBUDDHISM\nThis fall\, The Free School continues The Faces of Faiths: A Journey through World Religions with an in-depth exploration of one of the world’s most influential and diverse religious traditions: Buddhism. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What can Buddhism teach us about suffering\, compassion\, wisdom\, and the possibility of human transformation? And how have Buddhist teachings taken different forms as they have traveled across cultures and generations? \nRather than approaching Buddhism as a single\, uniform tradition\, this series will introduce participants to several of its vibrant living expressions. Over the course of the series\, representatives from Theravāda\, Mahāyāna \, and Zen Buddhism will guide us through the distinctive teachings\, practices\, histories\, and communities that shape their traditions. Along the way\, we will explore both what these traditions share and the fascinating ways they differ in their understandings of Buddhist philosophy and practice. \nDesigned for the curious rather than the expert\, the series invites participants into a respectful conversation with living Buddhist traditions. Whether you are interested in religion\, philosophy\, meditation\, history\, or simply in how other people understand the world\, join us as we explore the many paths of Buddhism and consider what their ancient teachings might have to say to our lives today. \nNovember 2: Introduction to Buddhism (featuring TBD)\nWe’ll explore the origins of a tradition that would transform the religious and philosophical landscape of Asia and eventually the world. This opening session introduces Siddhartha Gautama\, the historical and cultural world in which Buddhism emerged\, and the teachings that became the foundation of Buddhist thought and practice. We will explore the Four Noble Truths\, the Eightfold Path\, karma\, rebirth\, impermanence\, and nirvana\, while tracing how an ancient Indian path of liberation developed into a remarkably diverse global tradition. \nNovember 9: Mahāyāna Buddhism (featuring Dr. Jongbok Yi)\nIn Session Two\, we’ll enter the extraordinarily diverse world of Mahāyāna Buddhism\, a tradition that transformed Buddhist thought through a bold expansion of the meaning of enlightenment itself. At its center stands the bodhisattva\, the figure who joins wisdom with radical compassion and seeks awakening for the benefit of all beings. Through ideas such as emptiness\, interdependence\, and Buddha-nature\, Mahāyāna traditions developed some of Buddhism’s most sophisticated philosophical reflections on the nature of reality\, the self\, and our obligations to one another. \nNovember 16: Theravāda Buddhism (featuring Bhante Revatha)\nNext\, we’ll learn about a living Buddhist tradition deeply rooted in the teachings preserved in the Pali Canon\, the oldest complete Buddhist canon still in existence. TheravādaBuddhism offers a rigorous path of ethical discipline\, meditation\, and wisdom directed toward seeing reality more clearly and attaining liberation from suffering. Its teachings on impermanence\, craving\, mindfulness\, and the absence of a permanent self have shaped Buddhist communities for centuries and continue to influence contemporary conversations about meditation and the cultivation of the mind. \nNovember 23: Zen Buddhism (featuring Kevin LeBlanc)\nOur series concludes by having us journey with one of Buddhism’s most distinctive and influential traditions. Zen places meditation and direct experience at the center of Buddhist practice\, challenging practitioners to move beyond habitual ways of thinking and encounter reality with greater clarity. From zazen and koans to the cultivation of attention in ordinary activities\, Zen brings Buddhist philosophy into the texture of everyday life and offers a striking vision of awakening not as an escape from the world\, but as a different way of being fully present within it. \nRegistration is free\, but space is limited. For more information\, please email Dr. Mark William Westmoreland at mwestmoreland@ocean.edu\nDr. Christopher Ruth and Dr. Mark William Westmoreland founded The Free School out of a desire to serve Ocean County beyond what happens in our classrooms. This is a community-focused personal enrichment program. There are no assignments and no grades; rather\, each session is a lively conversation facilitated by a faculty expert.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-free-school/2026-11-23/
LOCATION:Instructional Lecture Hall #114
CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T235959
DTSTAMP:20260527T124836Z
CREATED:20260527T124756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T124836Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday: Thanksgiving Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/holiday-thanksgiving-day/
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T235959
DTSTAMP:20260901T185501Z
CREATED:20260527T124923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T185501Z
UID:10003415-1795737600-1795823999@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Holiday - Friday after Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:While our faculty and staff are observing the holiday\, current students can still: \n\n\n\nRegister online\nPay your bill\nCheck your grades\nRequest a transcript\nAccess Student Planning\nAccess The HUB – Express Services Online
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/holiday-friday-after-thanksgiving/
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T150532Z
CREATED:20260903T150515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T150532Z
UID:10004047-1796040000-1796043600@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Transfer Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Still have questions? After attending a General Transfer Workshop\, join our advisors for a transfer advising session. Get answers to your specific application questions and review your credits.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/transfer-advising-session-4/2026-11-30/
LOCATION:Bartlett Hall Classroom #115
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260722T193842Z
CREATED:20260722T192817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T193842Z
UID:10003544-1796220000-1796223600@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Allied Health & Nursing Transfer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Interested in transferring for an Allied Health career? Come learn more about the admission process to these highly competitive majors. \nJoin us in-person or remotely. \n 
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/allied-health-nursing-transfer-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Technology Lecture Hall #115
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T183854Z
CREATED:20261002T183219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T183854Z
UID:10004236-1796223600-1796230800@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Kean Careers in Education Recruitment Event
DESCRIPTION:Organizations hiring teachers\, administrators\, counselors\, specialists\, and others in the education field will be on campus to recruit students. \nSecure a full-time position for after graduation! \nDress professionally and bring plenty of copies of your resume! \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/allied-health-nursing-transfer-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Gateway\, Room 313
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T190000
DTSTAMP:20261005T190926Z
CREATED:20260916T235210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T190926Z
UID:10004196-1796230800-1796238000@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-23/
LOCATION:Ocean County College\, 1 College Drive\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campus Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T143000
DTSTAMP:20260924T172113Z
CREATED:20260917T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T172113Z
UID:10004222-1796290200-1796308200@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Stockton visit
DESCRIPTION:Looking to transfer? Stockton University is one of Ocean County College’s premier university partners\, offering streamlined transfer pathways\, program-to-program tracks\, and affordable 3+1 articulation agreements. Stop by to speak with Enrico DeRooy\, Assistant Dir of Admissions & Transfer Coordinator\, to plan your transfer.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/stockton-visit-3/2026-12-03/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260915T193835Z
CREATED:20260804T173504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T193835Z
UID:10003637-1796292000-1796302800@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:Kean Ocean Dual Advising
DESCRIPTION:Planning to transfer to Kean Ocean? Meet with advisors from both Kean Ocean and Ocean County College to find out how your credits will transfer seamlessly. \nContact Lisa Gilliar lgilliar@ocean.edu for an appointment. \nNeed to register for your Kean courses? See Step 3 of Kean Ocean Next Steps to schedule your appointment.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/kean-ocean-dual-advising-3/2026-12-03/
LOCATION:Student Enrollment Building
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T132205Z
CREATED:20260601T165536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T132205Z
UID:10003433-1796644800-1796648400@www.ocean.edu
SUMMARY:General Transfer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Through the General Transfer Workshop\, students will learn how to:\n\n\nPlan for a successful transfer.\nUtilize NJ Transfer.\nNavigate college websites to gather accurate information.\nSelect a major that aligns with your transfer and career goals.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/general-transfer-workshop-29/
LOCATION:Bartlett Hall Classroom #115
CATEGORIES:Advising and Transfer
ORGANIZER;CN="Advising and Transfer":MAILTO:lgilliar@ocean.edu
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