Laney College Engagement at Oakland Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
Laney College classified professionals and administrators promoted the College and fostered goodwill for the Year of the Snake at the February 22 Lunar New Year Parade. The annual event is organized by the Oakland Chinatown Neighborhood Improvement Council and once again, colleagues devoted their Saturdays to answer questions at the College’s information table.
One-Stop Saturday to Ready Students, Community for New Semester
The community is invited to Laney’s January 18 One-Stop Saturday, which will provide students with comprehensive services to prepare for a successful semester. Scheduled from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on the Laney Campus in Building A, the event will allow students to select classes and register prior to the January 21 start of the Spring semester.
Laney, OUSD Hold Well-Attended Manufacturing Day
On Thursday, October 10, Laney College welcomed 200 high school students from the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) for OUSD Manufacturing Day. The event took place in partnership with OUSD, the City of Oakland’s Economic and Workforce Development Office, and a wealth of industry leaders that included Brimstone, DOER, ERG Aerospace, and Gatorade/PepsiCo.
Graduation Celebration of Summer Bridge 2024 with Instructor Collette Ibeh
Responding to the needs of the rising number of young, Central American students, Laney’s ESOL department, in coordinated partnership with OUSD, continued its yearlong Newcomer Learning Community this past summer.
Oakland Chinatown Street Fest
Laney College was honored to participate in the 35th annual Oakland Chinatown Street fest, held on August 26th -27th. Representatives from the Laney APASS Program and the Employment Services Center hosted an informational table, engaging with community members and sharing valuable information about educational and career opportunities available at Laney.
Laney College Continues to Address Food Insecurity Through New Food Pantry
Laney’s Basic Needs Center and Food Services are proud to announce that support for students continues with its Food Pantry, a permanent space in the Student Center opening in Fall 2020. Using a “grab and go” consumer model, students have access to needed nutrition and will be able to get food in a way that destigmatizes food insecurity.
Laney Enjoys Increased Summer, Fall 2024 Enrollments
With the Summer 2024 semester underway, the College is pleased to share that enrollment numbers are high despite reductions in scheduling. Though the Summer Schedule is 6% smaller than last year’s, the College is enjoying 4% growth from a year ago in enrollment and 3% more resident Full Time Equivalent student numbers.
Laney College Graduation
Congratulations to the Laney College Eagles on your graduation! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in your lives.
Laney College's CalWORKs Program Takes its Case to Sacramento
Four years ago, thanks to the generous support from Blue Shield of California, the CalWORKs Association embarked on a journey to enhance the support and empowerment of our CalWORKs students.
Laney Custodial Staff Earns Inaugural Award
On April 26, 2024, Laney College Custodial staff were recognized with the first “Above and Beyond” Award at the College’s Employee Appreciation event. While individuals are recognized each year with the “We Rise” employee awards, this new distinction will now recognize one entire unit or office at the College that teams up to support students and the campus community at a level of excellence.
