Planetarium Brochure

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Orange Coast College
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Imagine a place where youngsters explore the mysteries of the universe. Where college students navigate new worlds of opportunities in science, technology, engineering, art and math. Where families and friends encounter galaxies millions of light years away. Imagine a world-class space to discover infinite possibilities. The Planetarium at Orange Coast College.

Costa Mesa, California
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mathematics (STEM), creating an urgent need for interactive science education at all levels. As a leader in science education for six decades, OCCs commitment to STEM will be strengthened starting in the spring of 2011, with the completion of the colleges new $60 million Allied Health, Biology and Consumer Science complex. This investment ensures that OCC remains a leader in launching the dreams of future scientists who transfer to four-year colleges and universities throughout the world.
ccording to the Department of Education, the U.S. has fallen behind other countries in science, technology, engineering and
A Campaign Takes Flight
range Coast College has identified the need for a new planetarium to serve as a vital science center and an extension of the colleges
commitment to STEM curriculum. By engaging both K-12 students and college students, this one-of-a-kind venue will provide innovative learning experiences that engage, inspire, and illuminate students of all ages. The Planetarium will also complement OCCs worldclass reputation for outstanding curriculum and activities. Many of the colleges programs serve as national models, including biological and social sciences, as well as fine arts and career technical education. Students in Orange County school districts who experience the planetarium will learn core concepts from the California Content Standards for STEM. College courses will be offered to students by the OCC faculty. Members of the community will have an opportunity to attend shows, lectures, and exhibits throughout the year.

Space Travelers Start Here
he Planetarium will have unique features to serve all of its travelers: State-of-the-art theatre and presentation room Foucault Pendulum exhibit Interactive science exhibit hall Outdoor amphitheatre The latest technology and instruments for optimum learning Theatre-style seating for 150 Administrative offices Ticket office

Few experiences motivate and inspire students like a planetarium does, with its examination of the mysteries of space, space travel, engineering, and a host of related scientific topics. Nick Contopoulos, Professor of Astronomy, OCC
Flight Plan The Planetarium at Orange Coast College

Estimated Cost: $ 9.8 million Estimated length of time to design and construct: 30 months The Planetarium will be located on the Orange Coast College campus, adjacent to the newly renovated Charles H. Lewis Center and the soon-to-be completed Allied Health, Biology and Consumer Health Complex and positioned in the center of OCCs Science Quad. The Planetarium is an extension of other projects created and supported by the Orange Coast College Foundation and its donors (the Foundation has been in existence 25 years) including the School of Sailing & Seamanship, the Frank M. Doyle Arts Pavilion and College for Kids.

Giving Opportunities
he opportunity to name the Orange Coast College Planetarium is available for a donor making a leadership contribution of $5 million to the campaign.
The following distinguishing donorship recognition opportunities are available for leadership donors: Foucault Pendulum 150-Seat Presentation Theatre/Lecture Hall Lobby / Exhibit Hall Entry Courtyard Outdoor Amphitheatre Ticket Booth $1 million $750,000 $500,000 $250,000 $100,000 $2 million Gifts of $1,000 or more will be acknowledged by a unique donor recognition display in the lobby / exhibit hall of the Orange Coast College Planetarium. Recognition opportunities that are available include: Galactic $50,000 & above Astral $25,000 49,999 Stellar $10,000 -- $24,999 Meteoric $5,000 -- $9,999 Solar $1,000 -- $4,999
Orange Coast College Foundation Overview
he Orange Coast College Foundation is a non-profit 501(C)3 corporation incorporated in the State of California. Since 1985, the Foundation has raised more than $50 million to support programs and activities
at the college. In 20092010, the Foundation received donations valued at more than $4.5 million. Currently, the Foundation counts total assets valued at $14 million. Governed by a 25-member board of directors, the Foundation has designated the Orange Coast College Planetarium as its priority project for 2009 2012. Previous major campaigns include the Capital Campaigns for the $6 million Frank M. Doyle Arts Pavilion, the Harry & Grace Steele Childrens Center that raised $2.8 million, and a campaign that raised more than $1 million for the renovation of the Robert B. Moore Performing Arts Theatre.

OCC and Science... A Dynamic Combination!
ocated in the heart of Costa Mesa, Orange Coast College plays an active and enduring role in Orange Countys science literacy efforts. In fact, throughout
its 60-year history, Orange Coast College has remained a community leader in science education. Known widely as Orange Countys community college of choice, OCC has transferred more than 100,000 of the regions best and brightest to the University of California and California State University systems, as well as to private colleges and universities of distinction across the nation. OCC students are among the doctors, scientists, health care professionals, teachers, and engineers that make California a world leader. And thanks to the vision of local voters who passed the Measure C property tax initiative in 2002, nearly all of OCCs science laboratories and classrooms have been upgraded. The Planetarium is being seeded with $1 million in Measure C funds to prepare the architectural plans for the buildings. The members of the Orange Coast College Foundation Board of Directors have given generously to initiate a private fundraising campaign, and now we are seeking support from the Orange County community. Help students launch their dreams and explore new worlds of opportunities in science, technology, mathematics, and technology. Lets give them, and the residents of Orange County and beyond, space to discover.

Leadership
OCC Planetarium Capital Campaign Committee
David A. Grant, Chair President Emeritus, Orange Coast College Mary Lynn Bergman-Rallis David J. Cline Nick Contopoulos, Professor, Astronomy Orange Coast College Dennis Harkins, Ph.D., President Orange Coast College Val Hayward Rush N. Hill, II A. Patrick Munoz Liz Parker, Trustee Orange County Board of Education Lorraine Prinsky, Ph.D., Trustee Coast Community College District Douglas C. Bennett, Executive Director
OCC Foundation Board of Directors

Mary Lynn Bergman-Rallis David J. Cline Robert Dees, President Emeritus Orange Coast College Ed Fawcett Peggy Fort Blade Gillissen David A. Grant, President Emeritus Orange Coast College Margaret Gratton-Turner, President Emeritus Orange Coast College Patricia Hadden Dennis Harkins, Ph.D., President Orange Coast College Marc Harper, CPA, JD Rush N. Hill, II , Treasurer Jeff Hyder, Vice Chairman Douglas Meece A. Patrick Munoz, Chairman Melinda Nish Rich Pagel Gwyn P. Parry, M.D. Richard Porras Jerrel T. Richards Janet Terrell, Secretary Jeff Teller Catherine Thyen Catherine Tran, President Associated Students of Orange Coast College Douglas C. Bennett
Coast Community College District Board of Trustees

Mary L. Hornbuckle Walter G. Howald Jim Moreno Jerry Patterson Lorraine Prinsky, Ph.D. Student Trustee Ding-Jo Currie, Ph.D., Chancellor
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This extraordinary one-of-a-kind teaching facility will inspire people of all ages to explore the incredible wonders of our universe.
David A. Grant, President Emeritus, Orange Coast College
Orange Coast College Foundation

2701 Fairview Road Costa Mesa, California 92626 714.432.5126 [email protected] orangecoastcollege.edu

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