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The President’s Golden Ticket is back! 🎫

Here’s how to participate:

👉 Check for the clue: Every Monday during the fall semester, (excluding holidays), we’ll post a new Golden Ticket clue on Instagram and Facebook.

👉 Follow the clue: Use it to figure out where the Golden Ticket is hidden on campus.

👉 Find the ticket: Only ONE Golden Ticket will be hidden each week, so there can only be one winner!

👉 Claim your prize: The first student to find the Golden Ticket will receive an exclusive invite to the President’s Office and get to choose a COD swag item!

Disclaimer: Students may win the President’s Golden Ticket only once per semester.

Keep an eye on our social media every Monday for the next clue.

Good luck, Roadrunners! by @collegeofthedesert

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College of the Desert is proud to introduce our custom-designed mascot: Rodney the Roadrunner!

Rodney will make their debut at Grad Fest on Thursday, April 10 and you won’t want to miss it. With bold colors, dynamic design, and a whole lot of Roadrunner pride, Rodney is here to represent College of the Desert at campus events, games and community celebrations. 💛❤️

Rodney uses he/they pronouns and was brought to life through student input and collaboration with @ascod_ss.

Follow us for updates on where Rodney’s heading next!

#CollegeOfTheDesert | #YourCommunityYourCollege | #RoadrunnerPride

🐦🔥 by @collegeofthedesert

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2 years ago

The Class Breakdown: Foundations of Accessibility Certificate 🤟

In this certificate program you will learn how to create and evaluate that is accessible and inclusive to everyone.

Classes begin on October 26, enroll today! by @collegeofthedesert

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College of the Desert participated in the an annual earthquake preparedness drill, The Great ShakeOut

Safety and emergency preparedness is key to keeping our community safe.

Thank you to our community partner, Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network for coming to campus and providing resources. A bustling outdoor setting with many people walking and socializing on a wide concrete pathway. Modern structures and palm trees are visible in the background under a clear blue sky. by @collegeofthedesert

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Undocuweek is happening on October 19-23! 📆

The Dreamer Resource Center and Alas Con Futuro student club will host a series of programs and events for students, faculty, staff and the community.

For more information and the list of events visit the Dreamer Resource Center, South Annex Room #1. @cod_dreamers by @collegeofthedesert

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What could Workforce Pell mean for College of the Desert and our students? Think Higher: High Wage. High Need. High Skill. ↗️

Join us this Thursday for a conversation with Anthony Cordova, Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Economic Development, exploring how Workforce Pell could expand access to short-term workforce programs and create new pathways to in-demand careers.

Brunch provided. 🥐 No RSVP needed. Promotional flyer for a College of the Desert event titled "Think Higher: A Conversation About Workforce Pell." Featuring Anthony Cordova, Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Economic Development. The event is on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Cravens Multipurpose Room from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Brunch provided; no RSVP needed. Highlights include "High Wage, High Need, High Skill" at the bottom. by @collegeofthedesert

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October is LGBTQ+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈

In recognition of National Coming Out Day, we celebrate authenticity, acceptance and belonging. At College of the Desert, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Stop by the GSD Pride Center to connect with fellow students and pick up a free rainbow lanyard and Pride Center T-shirt!

📍 South Annex 5 | Monday–Thursday, Noon–5 p.m. A tall flagpole displaying the American flag, California state flag, and a rainbow Pride flag stands against a blue sky with clouds. Below, a modern building is surrounded by palm trees. by @collegeofthedesert

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Golden ticket time! Find where President Martinez Garcia and Rodney hid the ticket this week.

Golden Ticket Reminder
👉 Follow the clue to find the one Golden Ticket hidden on campus.
👉 Be the first to find it and get an invite to the President's Office and get COD swag.
👉 Students may only win once per semester.

Congratulations to last week's winner, Omara Vega, who found the ticket at Admissions and Record.

Good luck! Promotional image for College of the Desert titled "The President's Golden Ticket." Features a large gold ticket design with a clue for this week. A person in a red bird mascot costume and another individual stand inside a room labeled "Welcome Center." by @collegeofthedesert

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For Filipino American History Month, we’re highlighting the voices and journeys of Filipino American students across the California Community Colleges. 💛

Princess Eusantos’s story is a reminder of how the right support, community and opportunities can shape a college experience and help students discover paths they may not have imagined for themselves. A person is smiling in an outdoor setting. Behind them are large yellow quotation marks. The text overlay includes a quote about the support system at California Community College enhancing the academic journey. The name "Princess Johanna Eusantos" is at the bottom. by @collegeofthedesert

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Homecoming recap 🏈

Not only did we celebrate the official opening of the new athletic stadium, we also celebrated @_codfootball taking home the win. 🔥

Congratulations to our Roadrunners and thank you to everyone to attended and joined the celebration! A football player from College of the Desert is wearing a gold helmet and pointing towards the field. Teammates in matching red and black uniforms stand nearby. Palm trees and a sunset backdrop the scene. by @collegeofthedesert

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9 days ago

Happy #TutorAppreciationDay! 📚

The Tutoring and Academic Skills Center (TASC) is celebrating all day with a slate of activities:

🎁 Receive a gift when you work with a tutor (while supplies last)
🎟️ Participate in hourly raffles for a chance to win additional grand prizes (Owala bottles and Pocky)
💌 Sign our thank you board and write personalized thank you cards for the tutors
🎃 Play math and writing games for a chance to win candy-filled pumpkins

📍 Palm Desert TASC (Hilb Building, 2nd floor) and Indio TASC (B301)

If you haven't met with a tutor before, today is a great opportunity to visit @codtasc, meet the staff, and learn more about their free services. A group photo of student tutors in the Hilb Library. by @collegeofthedesert

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11 days ago

Mark your calendars now! You won't want to miss out on our annual South Annex Block Party. 🎉

Each program will host a different fun activity for students which include crafts, Día De los Muertos Altars, and Halloween games. There will also be free food, snacks and a costume party! 🎃

Event details:
🗓️ Tuesday, October 27
⏰ 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
📍 South Annex, Palm Desert Campus

This event is free and open to all students and staff. Don't miss out on this popular event! A purple graphic with two skulls and a border of pink, orange, and yellow marigold flowers. The graphic has event details in white and yellow text. by @collegeofthedesert

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