Message from the President
At College of the Mainland, we believe that education is not just about earning a credential. It’s about equipping students with the knowledge, skills and support they may need to overcome obstacles and reach their academic and career goals. That’s what truly makes COM a special place. Here, we know that these supports play a
COM Awarded $9 Million in Federal Funding for HSI Initiatives Through 2028
College of the Mainland (COM) has been selected for its third U.S. Department of Education Title V grant, bringing the combined grant total to $9 million. The latest grant awarded will fund the innovative project, “Semillas: Planting the Seeds for a Brighter Tomorrow,” aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for underrepresented students and strengthening student support
The COM 8-Week Advantage
Learning designed for student success. We believe you are meant to be bold and fly high. But we get it, life happens—work, family responsibilities and unforeseen circumstances. Navigating obstacles while trying to take multiple courses can quickly derail an entire 16-week semester. This is where the COM 8-week Advantage can help! Our 8-week sessions allow
Expanding Horizons: Featured Programs at COM
In response to our communities’ growing and expansive learning needs, College of the Mainland is prioritizing innovative learning options to effectively prepare the workforce of the future. For every student looking to advance their education, from pursuing high school equivalency, workforce education, transferring to a four-year university or looking to add to their existing education,
Forward Momentum: COM 2023 Bond Update
During the May 2023 election, COM successfully passed its $250 million general obligation bond. This bond will allow the College to complete phase two of its long-range facilities master plan, which seeks to update and/or replace a significant percentage of the 57+ year old, aging facilities at the main campus. The long-range master facilities plan
Student Clubs and Organizations
The college experience isn’t complete without campus involvement! Student Life at College of the Mainland provides various opportunities to get involved and connected with peers on campus through clubs and organizations. From leadership to leisure, there are plenty of clubs and organizations to make the most of your time at COM. Leadership Graduating in Fall
Female Cadet Proves Firefighting Isn’t Just For Men
Tired of her job as a cashier, Marissa Cermeno wanted more than just change; she wanted a challenge. Wanting to experience and learn something new every day, Marissa decided to pursue a career in firefighting and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). A career typically thought of as a “man’s job,” Marissa is defying stereotypes and aiding
Donors Making a Difference
Lifetime Donations to the College of the Mainland Foundation (Donation Levels) Texas Lone Star Level $5 million & up Texas Longhorn Level $1 million to $4,999,999 King Rancher Level $500,000 to $999,999 Silver Spur Level $250,000 to $499,999 Cowboy Level $100,000 to $249,999 Mustang Level $50,000 to $99,999 Yellow Rose Level $25,000 to $49,999 Bluebonnet
Opening Doors Promise Scholarship – Class of 2024
The COM Opening Doors Promise Scholarship covers 100 percent of tuition and fees for up to two years for eligible graduating high school students who are looking to pursue full-time studies at COM. Participating students can earn an associate degree or complete a workforce training certificate program. Learn More About the Promise Program → Eligibility
Message from the President
Our Moment is Now The COM story is a special story and over the years has come to mean many things to the many people we serve. Dating back to 1966 when we first opened our doors, the COM story has been a story of community as our college has served as an integral backbone
COM BOND 2023
Meeting the Education and Workforce Training Demands in our Community The COM Bond 2023 is Phase 2 of the COMPASS 2025 Master Plan created to propel our communitiesforward. Aimed at meeting the booming regional demand for higher education and workforce training, wewill continue to create better jobs, reduce crime and ensure prosperity for decades to
Thank You!
Since the passage of College of the Mainland’s historic $162.5 million general obligation bond in 2018, our college campus has undergone a major facelift that has ushered in a number of new and upgraded learning spaces to better serve the growing needs of our students and community. The new buildings, improved technologies and expanded instructional
Deandre’ Knoxson: A Community’s Investment Breathes Life into A Rising Leader
Back in 2012, DeAndre’ Knoxson was a bright-eyed College of the Mainland student who could regularly be found seated in a Process Technology (PTEC) classroom, eager to learn and ready to make the community around him a better place. Now, you’ll find him in a seat of a different kind – at the dais of
COM Professor Makes an Impact in the Classroom and in the Community
Not many college professors choose to volunteer their time to the community by moonlighting as firefighters. Then again, San Leon Fire Captain and COM Communications Theory Professor Dr. R.E. Davis is far from your average professor. “People are calling 911 when they are having one of their worst days of their lives,” he said. “So
Putting the H in heart: Theatre Director’s Passion Sets the Stage for Student Success
Over the past eight years, H. Russ Brown and his team have grown the College of the Mainland Theatre program into a nationally recognized, distinguished program cherished by students and the community alike. And while that work is impressive, Brown’s ultimate goal is simple – to foster a community college learning experience where students can
Industry Approved
Regional Employers Value Job-Ready Graduates Research has shown that College of the Mainland’s economic impact on its surrounding region is an estimated $250 million a year. While that figure is impressive, perhaps COM’s most substantial contribution to the local economy is the steady supply of skilled, job-ready graduates we produce each year. With a career-focused
Opening Doors Promise Scholarship
The COM Opening Doors Promise Scholarship covers 100% of tuition and fees for any eligible high school student in Texas City, La Marque, Hitchcock, Dickinson or Santa Fe for up to two years. Learn More About the Promise Program → Eligibility Talk to an enrollment coach now to get started! Visit com.edu/promise to learn more.
Donors Making a Difference
Lifetime Donations to the College of the Mainland Foundation (Donation Levels) Texas Lone Star Level $5 million & up Texas Longhorn Level $1 million to $4,999,999 King Rancher Level $500,000 to $999,999 Silver Spur Level $250,000 to $499,999 Cowboy Level $100,000 to $249,999 Mustang Level $50,000 to $99,999 Yellow Rose Level $25,000 to $49,999 Bluebonnet
Message from the President
A Season of Transformation, The New COM Experience When I think of the COM experience, many things come to mind. It is an experience of deep impact where students discover their unique strengths and talents inside our classrooms and beyond. It is an experience that breaks down barriers — that changes lives and creates limitless
A Force For Positive Change:
Dr. Helen Castellanos Brewer Works to Reshape Student Experience Nurturing a strong sense of community shapes the heart of the COM experience, and perhaps nowhere is that more evident than in Dr. Helen Castellanos Brewer’s world. As the new vice president for student services at College of the Mainland, Brewer is passionate about providing an
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