Dallas College 60th Anniversary

For 60 years, Dallas College has served as a catalyst for bold ideas. Today, fueled by the theme “Reimagining What’s Next,” we prepare for a future that honors our legacy of constant innovation in educating, empowering and building Dallas’ workforce. Join us as we celebrate six decades of excellence and help us reimagine what’s next.

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Since 1965, Dallas College has been a catalyst for opportunity—educating over 3.3 million students, transforming communities and fueling regional progress.

From a single vision to a multi-campus institution, our journey has mirrored the evolution of North Texas – rising to meet the needs of every learner, every decade.

Today, we empower learners with real-world skills, supportive pathways and a foundation for success in high-demand careers – from health care to AI and beyond.

And tomorrow? We’re building a 22nd Century College—future-focused, radically accessible and bold enough to lead what’s next.

Together, we’ve shaped a legacy of bold innovation. Now, we shift gears again – toward a future only Dallas College can imagine.

Reimagining What’s Next: A Legacy in Motion.

For 60 years, Dallas College has been the heartbeat of Dallas County — transforming lives, driving economic growth and making students future-ready.

Our legacy is undeniable: millions of graduates and billions in impact. But this is only the beginning. Together, we’re reimagining what education can be, ensuring every student is prepared to succeed.

Dr. Justin H. Lonon
Chancellor, Dallas College

Chancellor’s Message
Shifting Gears: Dallas College Moves Boldly

By Dr. Justin H. Lonon

This year, Dallas College celebrates a major milestone: 60 years of transforming lives and serving the Dallas region. Since 1965, we’ve opened doors for more than 3.3 million students — and we’re just getting started.

Read the Full Letter From Dr. Lonon

Dallas College Timeline

Journey through 60 years of breakthroughs, milestones and transformative leadership that have shaped our history.

View a Timeline of the First 60 Years

The Sanger Bros. Department Store building (now El Centro Campus) from the northwest corner of Elm and Market streets.

60 Hidden Gems

From picturesque outdoor spaces and thought-provoking artwork to state-of-the-art learning resources across all Dallas College locations, discover these 60 Hidden Gems.

Explore Our Hidden Gems

Help Us Celebrate

Join in the celebration! Follow our Events Calendar for 60th Anniversary events.

Keep an eye out for fun displays, backdrops and Instagram-worthy moments all around your campus.

Check out our 60th Anniversary Photo Gallery and don’t forget to tag us @dallascollegetx or @dallascollegestudents in your 60th anniversary social posts.

Dr. Justin Lonon, Dallas College Chancellor poses with 60th Anniversary sculpture.

Two Dallas College employees pose in front of an oversized book sculpture that reads: A LEGACY IN MOTION, 60 years, thousands of stories.

Two Dallas College employees pose in front of the 60th Anniversary sculpture.

Five Dallas College employees pose in front of the 60th Anniversary sculpture. One is holding a commemorative lunch box.

Dallas College chancellor on stage during Conference Day. A backdrop behind him reads, Shifting Gears, A New Era of Boldness.

Two Dallas College employees pose with commemorative lunch boxes.

Group of seven students pose in front of 60th Anniversary sculpture.

Students paint on easels with 60th Anniversary sculpture in background.

Students at El Centro pose for a photo in front of the 60th Anniversary sculpture with the campus president

Three students pose in front of Dallas College backdrop and balloons.

Two culinary students pose in front of 60th Anniversary sculpture.

Join Us in Shaping the Next 60 Years!

We invite you to be part of what comes next. The Dallas College 60th Anniversary Digital Toolkit is designed to help you join the celebration and share what the next chapter of Dallas College means to you. Whether you’re a student, employee, alum or community partner, this toolkit gives you easy, ready-to-use resources to amplify the story of Dallas College — past, present and future.

Get the Toolkit