College of Marin

07/30/2026

A unique opportunity to serve West Marin and help shape the future of College of Marin is on this November's ballot.

After 15 years of dedicated service, Trustee Stephanie O'Brien is stepping down from the College of Marin Board of Trustees as she relocates abroad. As Superintendent/President Jonathan Eldridge shared, "Trustee O'Brien brought immense knowledge and deep passion to her work on the board. She has been an incredible advocate for students, the college, and Marin and leaves a remarkable legacy."

Trustee Area 7, which includes West Marin and portions of Novato, will be up for election this November. If you're passionate about public education, student success, and serving your community, consider running for this important leadership role.

Interested candidates should contact the Marin County Elections Office soon, as candidate filing deadlines are approaching in August.

Read the Marin Independent Journal story: https://www.marinij.com/2026/07/22/college-of-marin-trustee-resigns-amid-plans-to-move-abroad/?share=twmn0eiimiil0ee2sttl

Learn about trustee area boundaries: https://www1.marin.edu/redistricting

Please help us spread the word throughout West Marin. We want to ensure community members interested in serving have the opportunity to learn about this important role before the filing deadline.

07/24/2026

Take College Classes for Free – While Still in High School

Maximize your high school experience with UC and CSU transferable classes at College of Marin. Designed to fit your schedule and offered right in your Novato neighborhood, these courses provide a head start on your future!

Enroll today at marin.edu/high-school-programs

JUMPSTART (CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT) Summer/Fall 2026Note: If you have already taken a COM class, you do not need to attend another orientation session.High school students can enroll in college classes and pay no enrollment fee* for up to 11 units—a savings of $506 per semester! This saves money and...

07/07/2026

Happy 250th Birthday, USA! As we celebrate this milestone, COM is looking at the bigger picture.

We honor our complex past so we can intentionally build a brighter, more inclusive future. Our mission is simple: to welcome everyone and empower our students to be the leaders of the next 250 years.

We hope everyone had an amazing 4th of July weekend!

06/25/2026

Happy Pride Month, Mariners! 🌈

Pride is a celebration of authenticity, inclusion, and community. We're proud to foster a place where everyone belongs at College of Marin.

06/18/2026

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a pivotal day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. College of Marin is dedicated to providing equitable opportunities, celebrating diverse backgrounds, and fostering social responsibility. Honoring Juneteenth is a direct reflection of who we are and our commitment to lifelong learning.

We invite you to celebrate and reflect with us. Swipe through to discover local Juneteenth events happening across the Bay Area. You will also find a curated list of reading recommendations available at the COM Library to help us further educate ourselves.

Let’s continue to learn, celebrate, and grow together!

Alt Text: A three slide carousel for College of Marin honoring Juneteenth. Slide one features historic photos of African drumming and an 1880s Juneteenth celebration at Emancipation Park with the text Honor the Past. Celebrate the Future. Slide two displays nine book covers for reading recommendations including The 1619 Project and On Juneteenth. Slide three lists local 2026 Juneteenth events with dates, times, and locations across Oakland, San Rafael, Marin City, and Tiburon.

06/17/2026

College of Marin is a proud member of Call Marin Home, a coalition of leading organizations expanding housing through production, preservation, and protections for an inclusive Marin County. We believe that increasing housing supply is essential to advancing our mission and sustaining a thriving, equitable community. Local decisions about housing are being made now, and elected leaders need to hear clearly from residents who support building more homes. We encourage you to sign up for Call Marin Home’s email updates to stay informed about key upcoming meetings and get the tools you need to make your voice heard.

Website: https://callmarinhome.org/
Newsletter Sign Up: https://callmarinhome.org/newsletter-sign-up-2/

Alt Text: Graphic for 'Call Marin Home' stating: "We Joined! Proud Member. A local coalition to solve Marin’s housing crisis."

05/29/2026

Congratulations to Trustee Wanden P. Treanor on receiving the Golden Bell Award, one of California’s highest honors in education.

This recognition reflects her longstanding commitment to students, public education, and our community. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and grateful for her continued leadership and service.

05/20/2026

99th Annual College of Marin
Commencement and Transfer Recognition
We cordially invite you, your family, and your friends to attend the College of Marin’s 99th Commencement and Transfer Recognition Ceremony. You’ve worked hard to achieve your goals—let’s celebrate! Deadline to register is May 15, 2026

Friday, May 22, 2026
6 PM — 8 PM / PDT

College of Marin Pieper Field (in person)
700 College Ave
Kentfield, CA 94904

Kentfield Campus Map | Pieper Field Map

Student Participation Registration
Graduating/Transfer students who wish to participate in the ceremony, please register. Guest tickets are available for students through this link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/99th-annual-college-of-marin-commencement-and-transfer-recognition-tickets-1985298738971

Faculty Participation Registration
Faculty who wish to participate in the ceremony, please register.

05/20/2026

As we wrap up the Spring semester, we’re looking back on an unforgettable Founders Day + Spring Fling at College of Marin.

From food trucks and games to live entertainment, the day was all about bringing the COM community together and celebrating 100 years of campus life, connection, and memories.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a fun day on campus!

05/04/2026

Already know how you are going to vote? Why wait? Mail your voted ballot
back and track it at WheresMyBallot.com using BallotTrax, a free program
from the California Secretary of State’s office.

Alt text: Graphic showing a person holding a ballot with the message: “Ballots are in
the mail. Go to WheresMyBallot.com to sign up for Ballottrax and track your
ballot every step of the way.” Includes MarinVotes.org, toll-free number 833-
644-2061, and the Marin County Elections Department logo.

More information here: https://california.ballottrax.net/voter/