She is bright, inquisitive, industrious, and a true delight. As Abby states it. We moved to Newport when I was six. Because the organization was independently funded, we did not use the high school Cub mascot. We learned how to write grants and conduct fundraising events to support the club.
Although I enjoyed classes at Newport High, it was really the people who inspired me. One such person was the Junior Club President. He went on to OCCC doing the early college program that allowed high schoolers to take college classes for dual credit and graduate high school with a year of college already completed. Taking extra classes in high school gave me time for electives as a media aid and tech aid helping the librarian. It was there that I first heard of Waverly, another mascot. People ponder the future of libraries given the information age, but libraries are meant to adapt to what you are doing.
They are a space for the community to gather; to contemplate. Some even loan bicycles. OCCC students, even if you do not know what you want to do, look at colleges close to you. See what they have to offer and what might be of interest to you. If you do that, you can tailor your experience at OCCC to give you the best footing for continuing your career path.
There is an important reminder posted in the Valley Library. Donors, your donations allow students to explore; to find their passion. You helped me and I am thankful. Even Plato would have had to agree. Thank you, Abby. We hope your fellow alumni will share their stories by contacting the OCCC Foundation office at andrea. Oregon Coast Community College.
