To the Students of Contra Costa College:
 
Welcome to Contra Costa College, a premier community college “in your backyard.”  I am delighted that you have selected this institution to continue your higher education.  The college has been serving West County communities for over 60 years.  Our faculty and staff are proud of this long and successful history of service, and they are very committed to meeting the needs of each student who enrolls at the college. 
 
A primary goal of the college is to offer high-quality teaching and learning experiences for all students.  Our professors and our college staff are excellent and work diligently to encourage all students to pursue their academic interests.  We believe there are no limits to your success at Contra Costa College.  Whether you wish to train for a job right away, or transfer to a four-year college or university, Contra Costa College is where you can realize your dreams.  Former students of the college have become influential leaders in this community, the county, the state, and the nation.  You can follow in their footsteps. 
 
The physical environment at the college can only be described as beautiful.  We are now in the midst of a facilities improvement plan that will modernize campus buildings and construct new ones.  Our plans are to create a state-of-the-art educational environment that is energy efficient and conducive to excellent teaching and learning.  I am sure you will soon discover that attending Contra Costa College will be one of the most memorable experiences in your educational career. 
 
Again, welcome to Contra Costa College, one of the premier community colleges in the nation!


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