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COM Invites Sponsors and Vendors to Participate in Flock the Block 2026
College of the Mainland invites businesses, organizations and local vendors to participate in its signature community celebration, Flock the Block, returning Saturday, March 28. Companies and individuals can take part by becoming event sponsors or securing vendor space in the FTB Bazaar, offering opportunities to engage directly with families, students and community members while supporting education and community connection.
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Join COM for the Fourth Annual Flock the Block Community Celebration
College of the Mainland invites the community to enjoy a day of free fun, games and entertainment during the fourth annual Flock the Block community celebration on Saturday, Mar. 28.
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College of the Mainland Rad Tech Student Selected for Nationwide Leadership Program
First-year College of the Mainland (COM) Radiologic Technology (Rad Tech) student Amanda Respondek has been named one of two Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists (TxSRT) members selected for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and TxSRT Student to Leadership Development (SLD) programs.
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COM Theatre Presents "Leader of the Pack: The Ellie Greenwich Musical"
The College of the Mainland (COM) Theatre will present "Leader of the Pack: The Ellie Greenwich Musical" from January 29 through February 15, 2026, as part of COM Theatre's 52nd Season.
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College of the Mainland Invites the Community to Celebrate Black History Month
College of the Mainland (COM) invites the community to celebrate Black History Month in February with two special events. "I Am Black History" will take place Tuesday, Feb. 3, followed by "Black History Centennial: 100 Years of Change, 60 Years of COMmunity" on Tuesday, Feb. 24. Both events will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the COM Conference Center. The events are free and open to the public, and lunch will be provided while supplies last.
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COM Hosts January Information Session on Dual Credit and Tuition-Free College Opportunities
College of the Mainland (COM) will host the COM Dual Credit Advantage & Opening Doors Promise Scholarship Information Session on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the COM Conference Center. The event is designed for high school students and families interested in getting a head start on college while saving time and money.
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