A Coastal Celebration

June 13, 2026


You are invited to celebrate Dr. Sunny Cooke, whose leadership, futures-thinking, and dedication have left an enduring mark on MiraCosta College.

After years of guiding our college with care and purpose, Dr. Cooke will be diving into her next adventure - retirement. We hope you’ll join us for a beach‑themed celebration filled with gratitude, laughter, and plenty of coastal cheer as we honor her incredible career.

All proceeds from this event will be contributed to the Sunny Futures Fund, which supports student needs and programs that help students succeed.

 

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Oceanside Campus
1 Barnard Drive, Building 13
Oceanside, 92056

VIP Reception: 4 p.m. 
Cocktail Hour: 5 p.m.
Dinner: 6 p.m.
Program: 6:30 p.m.
Music and Dancing: 7:30 p.m.

 

Dr. Sunny Cooke

After 11 years as superintendent/president of MiraCosta College, Dr. Sunita “Sunny” Cooke has become more than her title suggests. She has become a steady presence — not only in North County but across the region and state — someone students, faculty, staff, and community partners trust to lead with care, clarity, and intention. As she prepares to retire at the end of this academic year, it is clear that her legacy is not defined by any single initiative, but by the way she approached the work itself, with an eye always focused on the future.

Dr. Sunny Cooke

Featured Videos of Dr. Cooke's Impact


Media Arts and Technology Students Launch '& Campaign'

Media Arts and Technology Students Launch
“& Campaign"

Healing Through Nature: Seeding Justice Empowerment Circles

Healing Through Nature:
Seeding Justice Empowerment Circles

New Aira App Enhances Campus Accessibility

New Aira App Enhances Campus Accessibility

Dr. Cooke's Recent Honors


Annual Report

Annual Report

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ICBOC Report

ICBOC Report

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Transforming Lives

Transforming Lives

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