The evening's events will include a photo power-point presentation chronicling the 2007-08 school year and a special awards ceremony to recognize the Student of the Year honorees from both the Emeritus College and ESL programs. Student of the Month, Honorable Mention Student and Perfect Attendance Student honorees from throughout the school year will also be recognized.

"I am proud to be part of these extraordinary programs, and pleased to have this opportunity to honor the hard work and love for learning that these students show on a daily basis," said Jennifer Brezina, COC Interim Dean, Noncredit and Community Education.

The College of the Canyons Community and Continuing Education department serves the needs of the local community by offering high-quality learning opportunities for all students - including children, working adults and seniors - in a variety of formats, both online and in person, short-term and semester-long.

The reception will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Student Center room
126. Seating is limited, and event organizers ask that guests R.S.V.P. to the COC Community and Continuing Education Office at (661) 362-3300.