The 43,786-square-foot facility includes nine labs & an interactive periodic table of elements
Orange Coast College will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of the new Chemistry Building on Thursday, February 20 at 10 a.m. The ceremony will take place on the south side of the building and will be followed by a tour and light refreshments.
OCC’s new Chemistry Building features lecture halls, faculty offices, meeting spaces, and nine labs. Several collaboration areas will provide options for students to gather, including outdoor study areas, two lobbies, and social deck area.
The 43,786-square-foot facility features updated instructional technology and infrastructure systems, including exterior circulation and HVAC systems.
Additionally, an interactive periodic table of elements display is located on the first-floor lobby. This illuminated display features individual cabinets for each element, showcasing the name, symbol and a sample of the element (no radioactive materials). The cabinets contain a fascinating array of high-grade element samples, minerals, ores and artifacts. Some of these samples are linked to Orange Coast College and its geographical location. For instance, the cabinet for sodium includes rock salt from Guerrero Negro, a location where marine science students visit during their annual grey whale field trip.
Faculty and student presenters will have the ability to showcase individual elements or groups
of elements using an iPad. Above the display, there will be a touchscreen that visitors can use to access short videos about each element, providing an easy way to learn more about their properties.
OCC’s periodic table of elements display was generously funded by an anonymous donor.
What: Chemistry Building Ribbon Cutting & Tour
When: February 20, 2025 – 10 a.m.
Where: Orange Coast College – Chemistry Building
2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa
Parking: Parking available in Lot H (Adams Avenue and Fairview Road)
Contact: Juan Gutierrez, Marketing and Public Relations, (714) 432-5725