President/CEO, Compton College

President/CEO, Keith Curry

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Welcome to Compton College—where your success story begins!

For nearly a century, Compton College has been a place where students build brighter futures through exceptional, affordable higher education. Whether you’re just starting out or continuing your academic journey, we’re here to support your goals every step of the way.

Explore our outstanding academic programs, robust student support services, and vibrant campus life—from student clubs to athletics. To remove barriers to education, Compton College has expanded or added new complimentary resources to ensure students’ basic needs are met. We also offer the latest technology and hands-on training to prepare you for today’s workforce, along with clear pathways for transfer, degree completion, and lifelong learning.

At Compton College, you’ll benefit from small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and personalized attention in a welcoming environment. Thousands of students have earned degrees or certificates, transferred to four-year universities, and launched meaningful careers—with many more to come.

We’re excited to be part of your journey. Again, welcome to Compton College, where every student is a success story.

Keith Curry
President, Compton College
CEO, Compton Community College District

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News from the President/CEO

2025-2026 Student Forums

Wednesdays, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in SSB 212

September 10, 2025
November 12, 2025
March 11, 2026
May 13, 2026

Campuswide Forums

Virtual campuswide quarterly updates are held on the fourth Tuesday of the designated month from 2:30-3:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted below. Use this links below to register for the Zoom Meetings.