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A GOLDEN LEGACY

Celebrating
50 Years of
Excellence

 

From humble beginnings in a converted motel with a graduating class of 11 students to a 164-acre thriving educational hub with thousands of students, Lake Tahoe Community College is a beacon of opportunity, a vital educational institution, and a cornerstone of the community, all thanks to the unwavering support of the South Lake Tahoe community. 


Photo of the original LTCC Campus

 

Students in a lab at LTCC
Students standing together at the LTCC campus
Two people hugging at graduation.

 

By The Numbers

1975 First graduating class
130k Students over 50 years
4,300 Graduates
$2.5M in Scholarships awarded to date

A Toast to 50 Years

Throughout the year, LTCC will host a variety of 50th-anniversary events both on campus and throughout the community. Join us as we celebrate this momentous achievement.


May 1O, 2O25

Celebratory Gala at the Tahoe Events Center

Enjoy a night of fine dining, inspiring remarks, and camaraderie—all while supporting the Lake Tahoe College Promise Program

Aug 8, 2O25

Alumni Weekend

Reconnect with your Coyote community during a series of events that honor five decades of memories and milestones.

A Message from the President

Celebrating 50 years of Lake Tahoe Community College means honoring the visionaries who believed in this institution and the community that built it from the ground up. From our start in a converted motel to becoming a hub of innovation and access, LTCC has always been defined by resilience and forward momentum. As we look to the future—with our first on-campus residence halls opening soon—we remain committed to serving our students and this region with the same bold spirit that started it all.
Jeff DeFranco
Superintendent/President
President Jeff DeFranco

Paving the Way for LTCC's Future

Lake Tahoe Community College celebrates its 50th anniversary by honoring the individuals who have shaped its legacy and its most distinguished alumni.

Alumni Proflies Influentials Profiles

A Pillar of the Community

 

 

Lake Tahoe Community College’s journey began with a bold vision to bring higher education to South Lake Tahoe. From its early days in a converted motel to the establishment of a permanent campus, LTCC has grown and evolved through decades of dedication, leadership, and community support, shaping the future of education in the region.

Explore LTCC's History