COD president shares updates on expansions to programs and services

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) - Some big changes are in store for College of the Desert. The college is expanding programs and services for its more than 14,000 students across multiple campuses from Mecca to Palm Springs.

There are new buildings going up in Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs, and Mecca. There is also a new athletic field being built at the main campus in Palm Desert, as well as an upgraded science building.

COD says it's working to provide access to students across the valley.

"We're looking to really help the community as far as making sure we have an accessible workforce, but that for our workforce education is affordable," said COD president Val Martinez-Garcia.

News Channel 3's Peter Daut spoke in depth with COD Superintendent / President Val Martinez-Garcia