Official account of
#MoorparkCollege
. We offer a low-cost, high-quality education to students & have the highest completion rate among our peers in California.
A message from Moorpark College, 2:39pm, 11/12:
In light of the recent disasters, the campus will be closed Tuesday, 11/13. We anticipate opening on Wednesday, 11/14.
We make this decision because many of our students, faculty, and staff have been adversely impacted.
Our Kinesiology program is breaking new ground with this new cutting-edge outdoor training facility! This one-of-a-kind classroom will provide Exercise Science students with real-world skills in exercise selection, exercise programming & group training management.
A message from Moorpark College, 5:59pm 11/13:
Moorpark College will be open and classes will resume on Wednesday, 11/14. For those who remain directly impacted by recent events and are in need of further accommodation, please contact your instructor or supervisor.
Our hearts are with all those affected by the tragic events at the Borderline Bar & Grill.
Students and employees in need of counseling support can contact our Student Health Center at 805-378-1413.
#ThousandOaksStrong
#Borderline
#MoorparkCollege
Hello Twitter! Our low-cost, high-quality education helps students succeed. We've been ranked the fourth-best community college in America by the Huffington Post and our transfer rate is the second highest in CA. Follow us to learn more about what makes
#MoorparkCollege
great!
Class of 2020 Graduates! You're invited to the “Grad Drive Thru” event to pick up your commemorative lawn sign and 2020 tassel on Saturday, May 9, 11 am – 1 pm in Parking Lot D (Observatory Lot).
Quantities are limited. Stay in your car as we practice safe, social distancing.
“Hi all, meet Dupree. He is a first-year student here at MC, studying Kinesiology. Dupree previously attended
@ECRCHS
. He’s also on our football team, so come catch him during our Raiders’ first home game 9/21 at 6pm.” - Julius Sokenu, Interim President
#MoorparkMinute
Congrats to our MC women’s basketball team for winning tonight’s regional semi-final against Cerritos College! Another blowout score of 86-56 and now it’s on to the regional finals next Saturday night, 7pm here at Moorpark College. Go, Raiders!
#MoorparkCollege
#CollegeBasketball
Congrats to Breanna Calhoun for being named the CA state player of the year! This season, Calhoun averaged 20 points & 7 assists per game, helping lead our women's basketball team to the Southern Regional State Playoffs. Watch them play tonight at 7pm here at
#MoorparkCollege
!
A message from Moorpark College:
Moorpark College will reopen Friday, November 1. Regular classes, events, and work schedules will resume. Thank you for your patience.
#Moorpark
#VenturaCounty
#EasyFire
Our campus community came together today to remember the tragic events of 9/11. The names of those whose lives were lost were read aloud in our quad throughout the day. Thanks to the
#MoorparkCollege
Veteran's Alliance for organizing today's remembrance.
#NeverForgotten
#MCBluesday
features the infamous Howard Davis, Dean of Student Learning. Not only is he charming, kind and forever the "can do" man, he is absolutely focused on
#StudentSuccess
! He is dedicated to collegiality and the essence of "leave no student behind".
#LiveLoveLife
#MCblues
RIP Andrea Evans. John Loprieno, Theatre Arts Faculty, co-starred on One Life to Live with Andrea. He said, "Working with Andrea Evans was one of the highlights of my acting career. I reference Andrea many times in my classes and often talk about our times on the set. "
Last week was a special milestone for
#MoorparkCollege
– we opened our newly renovated Raider Sports Pavilion! This $18M renovation will provide student-athletes w/modernized classrooms, equipment, & athletic space. We welcome you to enjoy it by enrolling in our athletic classes!
Crisis drop-in counseling is available from 8am - 5pm today at the Student Health Center (A-111) for students and employees. For questions, please contact (805) 378-1413. Additional services will be made available throughout the week.
Tonight, our campus family came together to honor and celebrate the lives of those we lost at Borderline. We are stronger together and filled with love for our community.
#Borderline
#ThousandOaks
#MoorparkCollege
Congratulations to our fellow Raider, Sophia, for bringing home the State Championship in Women’s Cross Country. Sophia earned the title this past weekend after completing a 3.1 mile race in 18:27.3.
Last week, our Women’s Basketball defended their
#1
state ranking by defeating Cuesta College (98-38). Join us tomorrow at 3pm as our Raiders play against Allan Hancock College in the Raider pavilion.
#MoorparkCollege
#GoRaiders
Moorpark College is closed due to high winds and fire activity in the region. A decision about evening classes will be communicated by 3:30 pm today. Please follow
@MoorparkCollege
or visit our website for updates. Thank you and please be safe.
#Moorpark
#EasyFire
#SantaAnaWinds
Hey everyone! Check out our Moorpark College Graduation Yearbook celebrating the Class of 2020! You'll see our graduates, speeches by our leadership & student leaders, & photos of student life. 🎓🙌Congrats to the Graduating Class of 2020.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENT FINALE RECORDED EVENT with JAMIE FOXX
@MoorparkCollege
. This interview took place at Moorpark College and is now published to the Black History Month page of the Moorpark College website:
#JamieFoxx
#BlackHistoryMonth
#BHM
#MC
Thank you to everyone who came to support Moorpark College, 2023 Aspen Prize finalist! We are so proud of our students, faculty, staff, and supporters of our vision. The future is bright!
@MCGiveBack
#ApenPrize
#communitycollege
Moorpark College is launching a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Biomanufacturing, the first for Ventura County Community College District! The biotech field is growing rapidly. To meet this need, Moorpark College will offer a bachelor’s degree in applied
#biomanufacturing
.
#Careers
Calling all Raiders! Come out to support
@MC_Raiders
for their first football game of the season. Kickoff is tonight, Saturday, September 1 at 6:00 p.m. at Griffin Stadium.
#MoorparkCollege
#GoRaiders
Congratulations to our Employees of the Month! Earlier this month, Interim President Julius Sokenu thanked these exemplary faculty and staff for going above and beyond to make Moorpark College a special place for our students and colleagues.
We’re proud to announce our first-ever free textbook lending program! Stop by the Library on August 13th from 10am-12pm and 4pm-6pm to check out textbooks from numerous courses, including Math M03, English M01, and CJ M01. Calculators are also available for checkout.
Welcome back! Spring semester 2020 is underway here at Moorpark College.
Be sure to visit any of our welcome tables across campus with your questions for the new semester. You can also still register for classes at
Have you spotted our football stadium as the backdrop of the
#NFL100
season ad? Be sure to catch New England Patriots’
@edelman11
and 12-year-old football prodigy Bunchie Young in our beautiful Griffin Stadium!
#MoorparkCollege
#SuperBowlLIV
#SBLIV
Fall classes begin tomorrow! We’re excited to see new and returning faces here on campus. Stop by our Welcome booth with your questions this Monday and Tuesday, located just outside of Fountain Hall. Have a great semester, Raiders!
This week, The Associated Students of Moorpark College (ASMC) are hosting their annual De-stress Fest. Stop by the Student Activities office in the Campus Center to de-stress before finals with free snacks, massages, therapy dogs, and more!
UPDATE (3:30pm) All day & evening classes, activities & events are cancelled today at Moorpark College. For info about Oct. 31 classes at Moorpark, Oxnard, Ventura colleges and Ventura College East Campus, stay updated by visiting:
The Moorpark College Police Cadet Internship Program is a cooperative effort between the College’s Criminal Justice Program and the VCCCD Police Dept. If interested in participating, please contact Celine Park at (805) 553-4732 or Sgt. Huisenga at (805) 652-7763
Due to high winds, fires, poor air quality & road closures: Moorpark College: remains closed today. Oxnard College: classes are cancelled; campus will close today at 10am. Ventura College & Ventura College East Campus: remain unaffected & open. Updates: .
Last week we were honored to have State Senator Henry Stern, Moorpark City Manager Troy Brown, & Moorpark Councilman David Pollock tour our campus. Their visit included conversations w/student veterans & stops at our food pantry &
@MoorparkZoo
. We're grateful for their support!
DEAR NEIGHBORS:
#Moorpark
College classes will be 90% online for Fall semester with 10% face-to-face courses back on campus. Starting Aug. 10, If you enter the campus from 7am and 7pm, you must wear a mask and participate in a Daily Screening Procedure. Let's stay safe together.
MoorparkCollege Excellence in Pursuit. Excellence in Completion. With a 78% acceptance rate to UCs, it’s easy to see why so many local high school students choose Moorpark College. If you’re looking to attend a UC, Moorpark College is where it Happens.
#Promise
#MC
We're starting a new project here at
@MoorparkCollege
where our president will interview and profile students who are working hard to advance their lives! Check out our very first
#MoorparkMinute
:
Today I met Salman Muntazir who recently graduated from
@Oak_Park_High
. Salman is taking Sociology & English classes this summer-he plans on transferring to a UC as a Computer Science major. I'm glad he's saving on tuition while earning a quality education at
@MoorparkCollege
!
Moorpark College is devastated by the cruelty of the attack
@ClubQnightclub
in Colorado Springs, killing 5 people & wounding as many as 25. We offer our condolences to all the families dealing with loss & recovery. It's Insanity that weapons of war continue to take innocent lives
Our hearts go out to those affected by the tragic events at the Borderline Bar & Grill. Classes are currently open and we anticipate they will remain so throughout the day. Students, faculty, and staff who need to adjust their class schedules today are encouraged to do so.
We’re excited to welcome so many new students to
#MoorparkCollege
! Thanks to everyone who turned out for our New Student Welcome where faculty & staff introduce our incoming class to the programs & tools that will help them succeed at the
#1
community college in CA!
#CollegeBound
Honored that Moorpark College is named a Top 10 Finalist for the 2023
#AspenPrize
! This proves once again that promoting a “Students First“ ethos as we continue to celebrate diversity,
#equity
and inclusion on campus and
#community
is a model that works. We are all so grateful!
WOW! Great stats from our 2018 grads:
4,700+ degrees & certificates were awarded to ~2,220 students
Nearly 500 students walked at graduation
Graduates ranged from ages 18-69 years young
153 grads earned a 4.0 GPA!
Largest major = Business Administration!
#MCgrad2018
#Graduation
It is with immense joy and pride that we congratulate the Moorpark College class of 2023. Our MC family celebrates you at the beginning of the next chapter in your journey to success. Remember to join the Alumni Association. We want to stay in touch.
The Financial Aid office is here to assist students in achieving their goals by providing access to an array of financial resources to fund their education. Stop by the Financial Aid office in FH 210-B to meet the team and learn more!
Moorpark College Grads 2021 have completed their next path to their personal goals and did so against all odds. Thousands of Degree and Certificate earners are moving onto the next phase of their dreams! We are so proud of ALL of our Moorpark College students!
#MCGradsRock
Moorpark College President, Dr. Julius Sokenu, welcomes us all home for the Fall semester. Watch his heartfelt message in this moving video created by Dina Pielaet, and the
#Moorpark
#College
#Marketing
team: JULIUS
#DidYouKnow
7 out of 10 of California’s nurses, and 8 out of 10 police officers, firefighters and EMTs are trained at a California community college? Thank you
@CalCommColleges
for training so many of those on the front lines, keeping Californians safe.
What an incredible season for our MC Women’s Basketball Team! With 32 wins, they broke many all-time records for Moorpark College and ranked 2nd at the State Championships this past weekend. Congratulations to this remarkable team!
#GoRaiders
📷:
@Student_Voice
It is with great pride that we congratulate
#Moorpark
College for being awarded 4th place for the
#Aspen
Institute College Excellence Award. For a first-time nominee, it is a true honor that strengthens and invigorates our passion in putting our students first! Kudos, MC family!
A message from MOORPARK COLLEGE
There was a FALSE alarm for an Active Shooter warning that was issued today, April 18, 2021 at 2:13pm. Again, this was a false alarm. Police have inspected the campus and have issued an all clear.
Here at Moorpark College, we're helping students afford a higher education, train for the jobs they want, and transfer to quality universities. That's a sound investment!
#ROI
#Goals
Positive public perception: Americans continue to hold community colleges in high regard, with 81 percent of respondents to a new national survey saying they are worth the cost.
Registration for summer and fall classes is now open. Begin mapping your future today! For more information, click the link in our bio.
#MoorparkCollege
#BackToSchool
Welcome to Moorpark College. Classes start this week. We ALSO have classes that start September, October & November! If your class is on campus, parking is FREE. If you forget your mask, no worries – we'll provide one for you! More student perks & info:
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has named
#MoorparkCollege
as one of 150 community colleges eligible to compete for the $1M Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement & performance among community colleges.
Our faculty and staff are fired up to welcome students back to campus on Monday. We're looking forward to a year of hard work and achievement here at the
#1
community college in California!
#BackToSchool
#MoorparkCollege
Last week we hosted the 2nd annual Summer Enrichment Program for our Rising Scholars. This program introduces middle-schoolers from underrepresented communities to the college experience by showcasing our programs & campus. They visited our Zoo to learn about wildlife careers too
Due to rainy conditions projected for March 14, Moorpark College has canceled its Spring Festival. The Child Development Center's Discovery Day is also canceled. We appreciate your support & understanding as we prioritize the safety of our guests, students, staff & faculty.
#MCBluesday
features Dan McMichael, Dir. of College Info
#Tech
Servs/operations. He and his team make the smart classrooms smarter, the online classes and security solid, and the info tech systems teching! Dan & Team
#MC
/IT reimagine, reinvent, and reunite us all.
Today's Graduation Drive-thru Celebration
@Moopark
College was truly awesome! So many success stories from hard working people of all ages! Moorpark College could not be more proud of our 2021 Grads!
#MCGradsRock
#MoorparkCollege
Alejandra Martinez, Outreach Specialist, and Kona rock their
#MCBluesday
shirts. Kona wants to remind everyone that you can register for summer & fall classes now!
Remember to post your
#MCBluesday
photo & tag us. Even better if it's with your furry coworker or study buddy.
Join us this Saturday at 2pm as we celebrate the renovation of our Raiders Sports Pavilion. The $18M project is the first significant gym renovation in 50+ years. We're looking forward to having our student-athletes benefit from this impressive facility!
Join us
@Moorpark
College.
#Free
parking! Awesome hang out areas. AMAZING staff. Cool, safe, air controlled classes. Amazing views. Cash
#Stimulus
if you take 6 units or more. $100.00 with proof of a VAX. Start classes in Aug OR Sept, Oct, Nov.
#LoveLife
This wk we hosted our 1st Summer Enrichment program, which introduced middle schoolers from underrepresented communities to college. They're grads of the
@SafePassageTO
program, which provides after-school activities to 1st-5th graders who're vulnerable to gang recruitment.
MOORPARK COLLEGE ALERT! Due to the inclement weather and wide spread flooding, all in-person classes at Moorpark, Oxnard, and Ventura Colleges are cancelled for this evening. Please check college web sites for updates. Be safe!
BLM Oxnard Pride event Saturday, June 26th. Starting with a parade that ended up at Oxnard Plaza Park, with guest speakers including Moorpark College President, Dr. Julius Sokenu. A joyful collection of people and messages of love and activism.
#BlackLivesMatter
#LGBTQIA
#Love
Moorpark College is safe, open and all classes are scheduled to run normally today. The earthquake felt was measured at 3.5 and caused no issues or damage. We will see you here! Happy Monday!
Hey students, wanna chat? Our counselors are available for live online chats! We have other online counseling services, too, like FAQs and "Ask a Question." Learn more Link in Bio
A message from Moorpark College, 6:35am Saturday, 11/10:
Saturday classes have been canceled. Currently, we're scheduled to resume classes on Tuesday, 11/13 following the Veterans Day holiday. Visit & follow
@MoorparkCollege
on social media for updates.
Hey, Raiders! Moorpark College and
@Associated
Students of Moorpark College bring you
#MCBluesday
Tuesdays. So get ready to pull out your MC gear and show us your Raider pride tomorrow! 💙😍
Your future begins today! Open Registration for the Summer and Fall semester is here! All summer classes will be delivered online, or in virtual/remote formats. Sign up for classes at .
#YouGotThis
#Goals
#EyesonThePrize
#MakeItHappen
As an out gay man of color, an educator, and a father, I am committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning and work environment that supports our LGBTQ+ and ALL students in achieving their academic, professional, and personal goals. Happy PRIDE!
#Pride
#MCPride
#LGBTQ
There’s still time to enroll for classes at Moorpark College! We offer a wide range of courses that begin monthly and are available to students online or on campus, during the day, and in the evening. Visit the site below to find late-start classes today!
The Ventura County Fire Department is conducting a controlled burn in the area. Although you may see or smell some smoke, the Fire Department is in full control of the situation.
An amazing Moorpark College
#graduation
ceremony to a full house with even more amazing
#Classof2022
graduates and families. We are all so proud of the accomplishments of all of our
#MC
students. Moving Forward in Pride!
Moorpark College, Oxnard College, Ventura College and Ventura College East Campus students, faculty and staff, please visit VCCCD's website for coronavirus updates: .
#VCCCD
Moorpark College Tuesday
#Bluesday
. MC Student & Screener shows off her favorite MC tee-shirt! Our MC students are so amazing, and looking forward to being on campus
@MooprarkCollege
. Soon we can ALL show off our favorite
#MCBluesDay
accessory in person.
#LiveLoveLife
#Together
A message from Moorpark College 5:44am, Fri., 11/9/18:
Due to local fires, classes are canceled & the Moorpark College campus is closed today - Friday, 11/9. Please follow
@MoorparkCollege
on social media and visit for updates.
#HillFire
#WoolseyFire
Sriya is 13 years old, but she already has already earned three college degrees. This past May, she was presented with Associates degrees in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Humanities, and Natural Sciences. Click the link to learn more about Sriya‘s story!
Getting ready for Moorpark College’s “Holiday Spectacular,” a festive collaboration from our theatre arts department. Be sure to catch tomorrow’s matinee at 2pm!
#Moorpark
#VenturaCounty
Have you registered for Spring Classes! Check out Moorpark College Field Biology M05. This introductory class offers 3 weekend camping trips across the great state of California. Apply and Enroll today:
#fieldbiology
#camping
#wildlife
#nature
#california
Huge shout out to our very own Dean Howard Davis and Professor Rena Petrello! Howard and Rena work hard to educate our students and empower their success. And like all of us, they take inspiration from students like Philip who are advancing their lives!
#Inspired
#Raiders
WOW! This job is awesome. This young man Philip Pizzo came into my office to thank me for approving his 4th attempt at Calculus, and to tell me he earned an “A.” He gave major props to one of our excellent math professors (Rena Petrello). We had a 20-min convo that inspired me!