Sep 11, 2025
Young community member receives blood pressure reading by local health organization
Young community member receives blood pressure reading by local health organization.

College of the Mainland (COM) will host a Health Careers Open House and Community Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the COM STEM Building. Visitors can explore programs in Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene and other health professions. They will also have the chance to meet students and faculty and connect with local health organizations offering free resources.

Dental hygiene students at welcome table
Dental Hygiene students welcome and educate visitors on proper brushing technique

The Community Health Fair will bring together area health and wellness organizations to share information and support. Among the highlights are the Galveston County Regional Blood Center and the University of Texas Medical Branch Mammography Van, which will provide free mammography screenings on site.

UTMB 3D mobile mammography van
The UTMB 3D mobile mammography van stationed in Parking Lot F

“Whether you’re considering a new career in health care, searching for resources to support your family’s well-being, or simply curious about what COM has to offer, this event is a wonderful place to start,” said Candace Holmes, COM enrollment coach.

The open house and health fair will be held alongside Fiesta Comunidad, COM’s free community celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month. Fiesta Comunidad will feature live music, cultural performances and family-friendly activities.

Both events are free and open to the public, giving families, prospective students and neighbors a chance to enjoy the festivities, explore career options in health care and connect with valuable community resources.

For more information on the Health Careers Open House and Community Health Fair, contact (409) 933-8286. For more information on Fiesta Comunidad, visit www.com.edu/fiesta.