Join College of Alameda's Wellness Center Open House on Sept. 3, 2025 from noon - 1pm
• Meet our amazing new mental health counselors
• Learn about upcoming wellness programs
• Cougar Village 124
• Questions? Call 510-748-2320
Stop by and kick off the semester with wellness & community!
The College of Alameda's Rising Scholars / Project HOPE program is here to empower students impacted by the juvenile justice system with a safe, supportive, and equitable learning environment.
Orientation: Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025 | 12–1 PM
COA Library, Room 215 (upstairs)
Free lunch + backpacks & supplies provided!
Join us on the Island for College of Alameda's Fall 2025 Enrollment Festival!
Saturday, August 16
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
College of Alameda (A Building & Quad)
• Class enrollment + student ID
• Ed plans & financial aid support
• Academic & career pathways
Enjoy music & FREE ice cream while you prep for success!
RSVP: https://bit.ly/coa2025enrollfest
Need help enrolling at Merritt College? We’ve got you!
Join us for Express Enrollment — a one-stop event for current & future students to get assistance with:
•Enrollment
• Financial Aid
• Counseling
• Campus Tours & more!
Friday, May 30
9am–2pm
R-Building Welcome Center at Merritt College
(510) 436-2445
welcome.merritt@peralta.edu
Join Us for PROJECT HOPE: Helping Our People Excel!
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2025 | 12 PM - 1 PM
Where: Building L Library, Room 215 - College of Alameda
Special Guest: Shani Shay, founder of #Incarceration to College and Pathways to College, sharing insights on UC Berkeley Underground Scholars’ transfer pathways.
Lunch provided!
Project HOPE empowers students through education, mentorship, and resources—because everyone deserves a path to success.
Learn more: http://projecthopeca.org
Peralta-Wide Lavender Graduation 2025 - OPEN TO ALL!!
Presented by Peralta Community College District
We’re Still Here, Still #Queer, Still Joyful!
Join us in celebrating the achievements of our queer grads with food, music, community & more!
May 20, 2025
College of Alameda Commencement 2025 is almost here!
Ready to walk the stage? RSVP now if you plan on participating!
Key info, deadlines and grad bundles:
Savoring Tradition: A Culinary Reflection on Black History
Join College of Alameda for a live gumbo cooking demonstration with Chef Laurence Jackson from Laney College's Culinary Arts Department.
✨Celebrate culture, learn the rich history of this iconic dish, and enjoy free samples with cornbread!
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Student Center / F-Building
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
First-come, first-served while supplies last.
A valid student ID with a current semester sticker is required for food items.
Celebrate the Lunar New Year 2025 with us at College of Alameda
Date: FEB 11
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: During Tasty Tuesday
Join us for an exciting cultural experience featuring:
Elegant Calligraphy
Beautiful Chinese Painting
Enhance your creativity, learn new skills, and dive into the beauty of these timeless art forms. Don’t miss this festive event!
