MiraCosta College is proud to announce the release of the Spring 2024 edition of Transforming Lives, a special publication celebrating the first 90 years of service to the community by MiraCosta College. This edition highlights the remarkable journeys and achievements of our students, alumni, and the entire MiraCosta College community, showcasing the resilience, innovation, and excellence that have defined our institution since its inception.

"As we turn the pages of our storied history, I am filled with profound admiration and respect for MiraCosta College’s journey since its inception," said Dr. Sunita V. Cooke, Superintendent/President of MiraCosta College. "This publication celebrates our academic and institutional milestones and the individuals whose indelible contributions have shaped our institution into a knowledge-centered and community service hub."

In this special 90th-anniversary edition, readers will find inspiring stories of the milestone and influential alumni and leaders who have made MiraCosta College's history so impactful. These stories reflect the unwavering support and dedication provided by MiraCosta College through partnerships, financial assistance, and engagement efforts.

"Since its humble beginnings, our college has always been more than just a place of learning; it has been a community, a family that has grown together through the decades," Dr. Cooke added. "From the visionary founders and dedicated faculty to the ambitious students and supportive alumni, each of you has played a pivotal role in our collective narrative—a narrative characterized by resilience, innovation, and excellence."

The Spring 2024 edition of Transforming Lives amplifies our core values and mission and celebrates the diversity and spirit of MiraCosta College.

"As we continue to serve our vibrant community and celebrate our esteemed status as the oldest community college in the region, we take a moment to reflect on our evolution over the past nine decades," said Dr. Cooke. "MiraCosta College has grown from a modest junior college into a thriving comprehensive community college at the forefront of higher education. This transformation is a testament to the power of collective effort, unwavering support, and a shared vision that binds us."

We invite you to read the Spring 2024 edition of Transforming Lives and be inspired by the stories of resilience and triumph that define the MiraCosta College community. For those interested in receiving a printed copy of the magazine, please email foundation@miracosta.edu or call 760.795.6645.

Thank you for your continued trust, enthusiasm, support, and commitment to MiraCosta College. Together, we have built a legacy that will guide and inspire future generations.