The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees held their last meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
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December Board Meeting: New Student Trustee, New Board President, and Raises
Dec 18, 2023 9:15:36 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson Chancellor Contract Unanimously Approved by PCCD Trustees
Nov 16, 2023 2:10:15 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
OAKLAND, Calif., November 15, 2023 – At their regular meeting last night, the Peralta Community College District (PCCD) Board of Trustees unanimously approved the contract for Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson as the next permanent Chancellor of the district, with the initial term beginning January 4, 2024 and extending to June 30, 2027.
Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson Selected to be Next PCCD Chancellor
Nov 7, 2023 6:08:59 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
OAKLAND, Calif., October 31, 2023 – This morning, following closed session deliberations, the Peralta Community College District (PCCD) Board of Trustees announced Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson as their choice to be the next permanent Chancellor of the district, beginning in January 2024, pending contract negotiation and approval.
Chancellor Finalist Forum Details and FAQ - October 25, 2023
Oct 25, 2023 10:09:00 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
Here is information regarding the Chancellor Finalist Forums that will be taking place today, Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
The forums begin at 12:30pm in the District Boardroom and will also be available via Zoom and the Peralta TV YouTube channel. The most recent announcement from Board of Trustees President Dyana Delfín Polk is posted at https://www.peralta.edu/chancellor/chancellor-search.
Dr. Denise Richardson Selected to Serve as Next Berkeley City College President
Oct 11, 2023 9:05:54 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
OAKLAND, Calif., October 10, 2023 – During the regular Peralta Community College District (PCCD) Board of Trustees meeting this evening, Dr. Ronald McKinley, Interim Vice Chancellor of Human Resources and Employee Relations for the district, announced the appointment of Dr. Denise Richardson to serve as the permanent President of Berkeley City College (BCC). She has been working as Interim President at BCC since July 1, 2023. Previously, Dr. Richardson was the Vice President of Instruction at Merritt College, a role she began in March 2020. She has been an employee of the district for over 20 years, starting as a faculty member at Laney College in 2001.
Thank You Taxpayers -- Merritt College Horticulture Complex Breaks Ground
Sep 28, 2023 7:00:00 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Merritt College Breaks Ground on New Horticulture Building Complex
Bond Measures Oversight Committee will meet on August 9, 2023
Aug 7, 2023 10:02:48 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Bond Measures Oversight Committee (BMOC) will meet on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in-person at the Peralta Community College District boardroom at 333 East 8th Street, Oakland, CA 94606, and via Zoom.
Dr. Nathaniel Jones III Joins Governing Board of ACCJC
Jul 10, 2023 7:44:13 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) has elected Dr. Nathaniel Jones III as Commissioner serving as a Higher Education Finance member with a term beginning on July 1, 2023. Dr. Jones is currently serving as the Interim Vice Chancellor of Finance & Administration for the Peralta Community College District and has over 20 years of experience in higher education administration. He is a strong advocate for equity and access in education, and he is committed to ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed.
Dr. Tina Vasconcellos Selected for Leadership Scholarship
May 24, 2023 4:35:58 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Dear Peralta Community,
I'm pleased to announce that Dr. Tina Vasconcellos, Associate Vice Chancellor of Educational Services at the Peralta Community College District, has been selected to participate in community college leadership professional development and has received a scholarship for in-person training costs.
Seven Students Honored at PAAAA Scholarship Reception
May 23, 2023 7:29:32 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Peralta Association of African American Affairs (PAAAA) hosted a lovely event in honor of seven outstanding students on May 4th, 2023, at the Peralta Community College District headquarters in Oakland. Dr. Lawrence VanHook (PAAAA President) led attendees through the program that included Libations by Dr. Marlon Hall (Laney College Vice President of Student Services) and a thrilling performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by Laney College student Alison Fletcher.

