In celebration of Black Student Success Week, you all are invited to the SNEAKER BALL—an unforgettable evening of culture, community, food, and celebration! This event honors the creativity, resilience, and excellence of our Black students across all four Peralta Campuses (and our regional sister colleges as well).
Please join us as we come together in style to uplift and recognize the brilliance within our community.
Date: April 25th, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Merritt College, Huey P. Newton/Bobby Seale Student Lounge R-110
What to Expect:
Recognition of Peralta students
Best Dressed and Best Sneakers contests
Dance Contests Sneaker Customization Station – take-home art and swag
Raffles & Giveaways – featuring Peralta gear and prizes
360 Photo Booth – strike a pose and capture the moment
Live DJ spinning all the hits
Delicious food & refreshments provided throughout the evening (free)
Celebrate Black Student Success with Us! OPEN TO ALL!
Black Student Success Week is back April 21–25 with the theme Lift Up, Level Up!
Join us for:
• Daily webinars during The Black Hour
• Small group forums at #TheAfterParty
• Virtual Advocacy Day on April 24
• Plus—win scholarships!
Register FREE: https://blkstudentsuccess.com/
Join us for an inspiring Black History Month event!
The Africana Center & African American Studies of Peralta Colleges invite you to MEET BLACK STUDIES—a powerful panel featuring Dr. Jimmy Garrett, one of the pioneers of Black Studies in the '60s!
February 11, 2025
11 AM - 1 PM
Huey P. Newton Lounge, #MerrittCollege
Come celebrate the legacy of African-American scholars and change-makers alongside the African American Studies chairs from all Peralta Colleges:
• Erica Williams (Laney College)
• Jason Seals (Merritt College)
• Jody Campbell (College of Alameda)
• Danea Martinez (Merritt College)
Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and honor those who paved the way!
Join us for Merritt College's Black Empowerment Week Activities from April 22nd to 26th!
We're excited to present events designed to inspire, educate, and celebrate the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions of the Black Community. These activities promise to be both enlightening and empowering!!
Your presence and engagement would be deeply appreciated. Let's come together and honor the spirit of empowerment and unity!
REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.office.com/r/jU5i8PEucZ
In honor of Black History Month, the Berkeley City College Library along with the BCC Students for Social Change Club are hosting a film screening
RUSTIN (2023) - a recent biopic that tells the powerful story of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin, who spearheaded the March on Washington in 1963.
Due to being an out gay man, Rustin is an often-overlooked figure in the history of the Civil Rights Movement despite his significant role. The film shows us his commitment to the struggle and ability to empower those around him, and it can inspire us to do the same today.
Thursday, FEB 29
BCC Auditorium
Doors open at 6pm and the film starting at 6:30pm
Following the screening (1hr 48min), we will hold a discussion for anyone interested.
Join Sankofa and the Associated Students of Merritt College (ASMC) at the meet and great -- TUESDAY- February 6, at 12:30 PM @umojasankofa_merritt @merrittcollegeofficial
Celebrate Black Excellence
Please join the College of Alameda Chapter of PAAAA/Peralta Association of African American Affairs to commemorate Black History Month!
Come help us celebrate the heritage and legacies of Black Americans in shaping visual arts, music, cultural movements, and more.
The opening event, the Grand Celebration, is Thursday, Feb 1st, at noon in the F-Building
Please join us for our 15th Annual African & African American Graduation Celebration on Saturday, May 20, 2023
Come and celebrate our students and their accomplishments!
Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church: 408 W. MacArthur Blvd, Oakland
11am to 1pm
If you plan to attend, please RSVP by email to Rose Allen at cjallen@peralta.edu
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