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Group of symposium winners on stage
Apr. 30, 2026
College of the Mainland (COM) hosted its twelfth annual Gulf Coast Intercollegiate Consortium (GCIC) Academic Symposium on Friday, April 10. Featuring more than 140 students from local high schools and colleges, this year's symposium was the largest to date.
College of the Mainland’s Corporate Training Center
Apr. 9, 2026
College of the Mainland (COM) will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Corporate Training Center (CTC) at 7825 Monticello Drive in Texas City on Thursday, April 16, from 3 to 5 p.m.
Two Flock the Block guests take a photo with the Easter Bunny and COM mascot.
Mar. 26, 2026
College of the Mainland (COM) invites the community to enjoy a day of free fun, games and entertainment during the fourth annual Flock the Block community celebration on Saturday, March 28.
College of the Mainland’s Doyle Family Administration Building
Nov. 17, 2025
College of the Mainland (COM) was recently named one of nine community colleges awarded a $500,000 planning grant by Houston Endowment. The planning grant supports the design and implementation of capacity-building strategies that align with the Texas House Bill 8 (HB 8) and Senate Bill 1786 (SB 1786).
Graphic advertising the Nov. 4 Dual Credit Advantage Information Session
Oct. 24, 2025
College of the Mainland (COM) is hosting the COM Dual Credit Advantage & The Opening Doors Promise Scholarship Information Session on Tuesday, Nov. 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the COM Conference Center. Students and families will learn how to earn early college credits through COM's Dual Credit and Collegiate High School (CHS) programs.
COM dental hygiene student Gabrielle Garza performs an x-ray on a patient.
Oct. 21, 2025
The College of the Mainland Dental Hygiene Clinic will soon open its doors to community patients. Over the past year, students have cared for friends and family as they refined their skills and gained hands-on experience. Now, they're ready to serve the broader community. To celebrate, COM invites the public to a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Dental Hygiene Clinic, located in STEM 125.
COM President Dr. Helen Brewer with students Aliza Cevallos, Kallen Cram and Abrielle Serona during the Lunch with the President event.
Oct. 15, 2025
The community is invited to meet College of the Mainland's (COM) new president, Dr. Helen Brewer on Thursday, Oct. 16. This meet and greet event will take place from 4 - 6 p.m. in the COM Conference Center.
College of the Mainland Professor Bernie Smiley stands in his office surrounded by shelves filled with personal photos and mementos.
Oct. 8, 2025
College of the Mainland (COM) professor Bernie Smiley has once again been recognized among the area's top educators, earning second place in The Daily News Readers' Choice Awards for Best Professor. This marks the second consecutive year Smiley has received recognition in the annual community poll.
Young community member receives blood pressure reading by local health organization.
Sep. 11, 2025
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.
Danza Azteca Xiuhollin Huehuecoyotl perform traditional Aztec dances during Fiesta Comunidad 2024
Sep. 5, 2025
Colorful performances, lively music and family-friendly fun will fill College of the Mainland (COM) during the third annual Fiesta Comunidad, a COM community celebration in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This free event takes place Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Parking Lot F.