Need help registering for winter or spring classes? Stop by the Welcome Center (first floor, SSB) today.Need help registering for winter or spring classes? Stop by the Welcome Center (first floor, SSB) today.The Messenger – November 2025
Student Success
Winter and Spring 2026 Registration
Winter and Spring 2026 are just around the corner, and class registration is in progress.
Compton College’s winter term begins January 5, 2026, and the spring semester begins
Saturday, February 14, 2026, with the first weekday class beginning Tuesday, February
17 (following Washington’s Day holiday).The Winter and Spring 2026 class schedules are available both searchable online and as PDF versions.
The winter term provides a great opportunity for students to stay on track with their educational plan and complete up to seven units in five weeks! The winter term is perfect for helping students graduate sooner, improve their GPA, repeat an essential course, and lighten the course load for spring, as well as satisfy any prerequisites.
All students are encouraged to register early for the best class selection. Students may register online visiting the Compton College website, followed by clicking on "MyCompton". Online registration is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and in-person enrollment services are also available by visiting the Welcome Center in the Student Services Building, Room 114A.
Peak registration with extended hours for in-person student registration assistance for the Spring 2026 semester will be February 7-27, 2026.
Compton College Accepting Applications for Summer and Fall 2025
Applications for enrollment at Compton College for the 2026 summer sessions and fall
semester opened online October 1, 2025. Students are encouraged to plan ahead and
enroll now! As a lower-cost alternative to four-year colleges/universities, Compton
College offers top-quality academics and is both a gateway to higher education and
for some, an alternative to four-year institutions. Apply online in a few easy steps.Compton College offers a convenient, affordable education and essential resources for traditional and non-traditional students—all in an encouraging environment that provides personalized student support to put you on the road to success. Students of all ages may earn an associate degree or certificate, transfer to a four-year university or train for a job. Learn a new trade, make a career change, and acquire or upgrade skills to re-enter the workforce with training that takes as little as 18 months to complete.
“What I really love about Compton College is that its intentions are true about helping students write their own success stories,” said Corinthia Mims, who graduated from Compton College in 2025 with an associate degree and two certificates. “You have to do the work, but the college helps put you in alignment with what you want to accomplish.”
Compton College offers its students financial, academic and technical support such as financial aid, tutoring, laptop and Wi-fi hotspot loans, book vouchers, free scantrons and blue books, free parking permits, and a Metro GoPass for those who need transportation, one free meal daily at the on-campus Everytable Cafe, $20 each week in vouchers to spend at the weekly Farmers’ Market, and referrals for those with housing insecurity.
Compton College’s summer 2026 sessions begin June 22 and July 6, 2026; the fall 2026 semester begins August 22, 2026. Apply to Compton College online, open 24 hours per day.
Fall 2025 Nursing Pinning Ceremony
Compton College will host its fall 2025 Nursing Pinning Ceremony on Thursday, December
11, at 6:00 p.m. in the Gymnasium. The event will celebrate 23 students who have met
the requirements to graduate with an associate of science degree in nursing.For information about the Compton College Nursing Program, please call (310) 900-1600, ext. 2700. Visit the Compton College Nursing Program.
Students Encouraged to Apply for Compton College 2026-2027 Scholarships
Compton College students can now apply for scholarships to help cover tuition, books, and other college expenses. These are gift funds—they don’t need to be repaid—and students can apply for multiple scholarships with just one application via MyCompton. A 300-word personal statement is required, along with a brief online questionnaire completed by a Compton College faculty member or classified professional. View our complete list of scholarships.The deadline to submit scholarship applications online is February 28, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., and selected recipients will receive their awards during the 2026-2027 academic year. Faculty and staff are encouraged to let students know about this opportunity and refer them to the Reading & Writing Center for help crafting their personal statements.
Student Success Spotlight: Araseli Galvez
“I decided to attend Compton College because motherhood completely shifted my perspective,”
said Araseli Galvez, a wife, mom, and nontraditional Compton College student. “Now,
I believe that because of my education, my son will have better opportunities in life.
I want to set a positive example of resilience. I want to show him and others, there
are no limits. We are often afraid of trying something new, but that doesn’t mean
it is not possible.”A few years before deciding to enroll a Compton College in fall 2024, Galvez left a job where she “felt safe and important” to become a stay-at-home mom, and she quickly realized her new role is one of the “hardest jobs” out there. She initially started college solely as an ESL student to gain better command of the language and has now decided to continue her higher education as a child development major. She also took a noncredit basic career training course that helped make the transition to for-credit classes much easier.
“I arrived at Compton College without any aspirations or plans because I didn’t believe in myself,” said Galvez. “Everything changed when I met my ESL instructor, Brittany Olayele, who also became my mentor. She consistently goes the extra mile to motivate her students. She believed in me and more importantly, she helped me believe in myself.”
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Alumna and Transfer Student Emphasizes the Importance of Higher Education
Stephanie Lopez is a nontraditional student who believes in the power of education,
even after her first attempt at getting an education at a different community college
significantly challenged her confidence. Today, she is attending California State
University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) as a business administration major after graduating
with an associate degree from Compton College in June 2025.“Earlier this year, I was having a discussion about education with peers where some were questioning why anyone would still choose to go to college these days,” she said. “My answer to that question is: without education, there would be no doctors to heal us, no engineers to build, no teachers to guide, and no voices empowered to speak up for justice. With education, we unlock everything. We gain tools to solve problems, to lift up our communities, to challenge injustice, and to dream bigger than the world we were born into.”
After initially attending community college prior to 2018, Lopez learned how important it is to select a college not only for its academic programs, but also for how it personally “fits” or matches aspects important to the student such as culture, campus size, support and resources offered, how faculty/staff interact with students, and social characteristics, to name a few.
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2025 Graduate Found Her ‘Village’ at Compton College
“When I first enrolled at Compton College, I didn’t arrive with a perfect plan,” said
2025 Compton College graduate Shante Mumford. “I came with hope—hope that this would
be a space where I could finally move forward, where I could breathe, and where I
could rewrite the story I once put on hold after facing many challenges and personal
loss.”A nontraditional student, Mumford’s hope and perseverance turned into success in June 2025 as she walked across the stage at Compton College’s commencement ceremony to receive her associate degree. In three years, she earned three associate degrees for transfer, four associate degrees, and two certificates.
“My journey back to education was anything but typical,” Mumford explained. She grew up in North Carolina and attended college right after high school, encouraged by her father, who strongly valued education. However, she soon realized she wasn’t fully ready to commit. She completed a cosmetology program but quickly discovered her heart wasn’t in it. She then moved to Las Vegas on her own, without a support system, and faced some of her biggest setbacks and life lessons.
“During that time, I faced many challenges and made choices that didn’t align with the future I wanted,” she said. “It was a period focused on survival, not growth.” Eventually, she moved back to California, where a friend encouraged her to return to college and helped her enroll at Compton College.
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Handshake: New Student Career/Job Search Website
Compton College students can now take advantage of the college’s new digital job board
called Handshake! Students can search for internships, part-time and full-time jobs,
employer networking opportunities, and career events tailored to individual interests.To set up your account, go to https://compton.joinhandshake.com/login, then sign in with your Compton College email/username and password. Questions, contact Nicole Smith, Compton College job placement specialist, at nsmith1@compton.edu.
Compton College Offers New Virtual Health Care/Wellness Resource App
Compton College has partnered with TimelyCare, an online platform/app that provides
free virtual health care and wellness resources to students, faculty, and staff. You
can access the services and get help anytime, anywhere!TimelyCare provides virtual medical and mental health services, including 24/7 on-demand and scheduled options, self-care content, and basic needs support. There are virtual services for emotional support and medical care/advice available 24/7. The app also offers resources for basic needs, such as food and housing assistance.
Create a free account at https://app.timelycare.com/auth/login
2025-2026 Compton College Catalog Available Online
Compton College’s 2025-2026 Catalog is available online.The Compton College Catalog is a great resource for students covering all things Compton College! The information contained in the catalog guides students with academic planning, course selection, and provides a clear understanding of institutional policies, graduation requirements, and student rights and responsibilities. It can also be used as a guide for selecting a major and lists related prerequisites, as well as clarifying information regarding degree paths.
Facilities Updates
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Physical Education, Visual and Performing Arts Complexes
The Compton Community College District held a groundbreaking ceremony on October 13,
2025, to commence construction of the all-new Physical Education Complex and Visual
and Performing Arts Complex on the Compton College campus.
Physical Education (PE) Complex
A new PE Complex will replace the existing Gymnasium, shower and locker buildings.
This facility will be located on the southwest corner of the central quad, adjacent
to the Vocational Technology Building, and will maximize opportunities for student
use and engagement. The complex will also include a new pool and pool house that will
be located to the south of the new gym and will share locker and support facilities.
This $68.8 million replacement project is funded by the Measure CC facilities bond
and state capital outlay funding. The project is targeted to be completed in spring
2028.The Architect of Record is Struere, Inc. The Project Manager is PCM3. The General Contractor is Suffolk. The scope of the project includes demolition of existing Buildings U, V, W, and Z (pool), soil mitigation work, construction of the new gymnasium and pool, and finally, demolition of the existing gymnasium (Building X).
Visual and Performing Arts Complex
The new Visual and Performing Arts Complex will support music, dance, performing arts,
film and video and will replace aging facilities and provide a vibrant learning environment
for these important programs. The Visual and Performing Arts Complex will be strategically
placed adjacent to the Little Theater and supports the development of an outdoor Memorial
Garden in the area. This $23.3 million project is funded in part through the California
state capital outlay program. This project is targeted to be completed in fall 2026.The Architect of Record is Struere, Inc. The Project Manager is PCM3. The General Contractor is Chalmers. The scope for the Visual and Performing Arts Complex will include demolition of three existing buildings in the Y-area, construction of a new one-story building to house the music and theater programs and includes additional structural upgrades to the existing Little Theater.
District News
CCCD Board of Trustees Meeting Scheduled for December 8
The Compton Community College District Board of Trustees will hold its regular session and annual organizational meeting on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room, located in the Administration Building at 1111 E. Artesia Boulevard, Compton, CA 90221.All regular session Board meetings are open to the public. Closed session begins at 5:00 p.m.
The Board Agenda is posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Agendas are posted on the BoardDocs website under the “Meetings” tab at: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/compton/Board.nsf/Public.
District Approves $1M+ in Student-Centered Investments in 2025–2026 Budget
At its September 8 meeting, the Compton Community College District Board of Trustees approved a forward-looking 2025–2026 budget that invests over $1 million in student success initiatives, including Guided Pathways, faculty hiring, and a new Visual and Performing Arts facility. The budget supports 5,980 FTES and 1,476 course sections, ensuring robust academic offerings for the year ahead.The final budget reflects current guidance from the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office and includes strategic investments to strengthen academic programs, improve campus infrastructure, and support long-term financial stability.
“This budget reflects our values and priorities, investing in students, faculty, and the future of Compton College,” said Andres Ramos, President of the CCCD Board of Trustees. “We’re proud to support initiatives that expand access, improve outcomes, and strengthen our community.”
Key highlights of the 2025–2026 CCCD Final Budget include:
- $270,000 for Guided Pathways to help students navigate their educational journey and complete degrees or certificates more efficiently.
- Funding to hire two full-time faculty members and two restricted funded classified positions.
- $1,500,000 allocated for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
- $600,000 allocated to the construction of the Visual and Performing Arts facility, which is scheduled to be completed in September 2026.
- $400,000 reserved for future costs associated with the Compton CCD Personnel Commission.
- $250,000 for Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) and $775,069 for line of credit repayment, addressing long-term liabilities and ensuring fiscal health.
“At Compton College, we remain steadfast in our commitment to fiscal stability and long-term sustainability. Through ongoing strategic planning and responsible stewardship of our resources, we are proactively preparing for both opportunities and potential reductions in state and federal funding,” said Dr. Keith Curry, President/CEO, Compton College. “Our focus is on ensuring that every financial decision supports student success and the continued growth of our institution.”
The full 2025–2026 Final Budget is available online.
Other News
Congratulations to Our Newly Tenured Faculty
The Compton Community College District recently hosted its 9th Annual Tenure Faculty
Dinner. This year, six newly tenured faculty were honored:- Nathan Lopez
- Dr. Schetema Nealy
- Jared Gordon
- Angela Burrell
- Steven Gonzales
- Shirlisa Johnson
New Name, Same Support: Introducing the Coyote Cupboard
Located in the Multipurpose Room next to the cafeteria, Compton College’s food pantry, now called the Coyote Cupboard, continues to provide essential food and hygiene items to support our students. Currently enrolled students may visit twice per week with a valid Compton College Student ID.
The Coyote Cupboard is open Monday/Tuesday/Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2-5 p.m., Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Hours are subject to change.
Key Dates to Remember
| Thanksgiving Holiday (Campus Closed) | November 27-30 |
| Finals Week | December 8-12 |
| End of Fall 2025 Semester | December 12 |
| Winter Recess | December 24, 2025 – January 1, 2026 |
| Winter 2026 Classes Begin | January 5, 2026 |
| President’s Day Holidays | February 13 and 17, 2026 |
| Spring 2026 Saturday Classes Begin | February 14, 2026 |
| Spring Weekday Classes Begin | February 17, 2026 |
| Scholarship Application Deadline | February 28, 2026 |
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