Please join the Laney Cosmetology Department for a ribbon cutting ceremony and refreshments!
Friday, October 13, 2023
9:30 am
900 Fallon St. B-100
(entrance on 10th St)
After nearly 3 years, Laney College Cosmetology Department is opening its doors again to the public for salon services.
"The pandemic really took its toll on every aspect of the beauty industry" states Curley Wikkeling Miller, adjunct professor and industry professional for over 40 years.
Faculty and students had to relearn everything that was normal, from transitioning to teaching online and zoom, to perfecting techniques on mannequin heads and hands, nothing at all like the human hair, skin and nail experience that is a major component of the training.
Additionally, the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology's criteria changed in January 2022. The focus of the licensing exam is no longer practical but shifted to a written exam including theoretical and practical questions.
Laney College’s Cosmetology Department was established in the early 1950’s as part of Oakland Trade and Technology, later changing its name to Laney College after the late founder Joseph C. Laney.
The Cosmetology program has been a fixture of the Laney campus and the larger Oakland community since then. Not only has it offered an opportunity for students to learn a trade and a pathway to a rewarding career in the beauty industry as a hairstylist, nail technician or esthetician, it has also offered low-cost beauty services to the community.
“Many of our clients are senior citizens who can't afford services in a traditional salon and have been anticipating the return of these services”, states department chairperson Thomas-Windham, who has been teaching in the department for 16 years. “After graduating three classes of students during the pandemic, we are now able to return to serving our clients and giving real life salon experiences to our students”, Thomas continues.
The current students couldn’t be more excited and preparation is underway to reopen the salon with a fresh new look and name, “The Town Salon @ Laney College”.
We look forward to serving our community again!
Come Discover Your Career Path! Tiny Home Ribbon Cutting & Advanced Manufacturing Panel Discussion & Department Tours
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11
Join Laney College: Meet with over 30 University Representatives - It’s Never Too Early to Plan for Transfer
Oct 9, 2023
10:30am-1:30pm
Laney Quad
Uncover Gratitude & Join Laney College's Wellness Center for POSTCARD SECRETS - Creative Activities to Get the Conversation on Mental Health Started!
Wed and Thurs, 9/27 and 9/28 from 11:30-1:30 in the quad
Make use of Laney Wellness Services outlined in flyer
https://laney.edu/health_center/
🦅Join Laney College FRIDAY on a very special Alumni Night as we honor three iconic pillars of our program with the naming of our new facilities
Join Laney College in the Quad for the Moon Festival!🌛
Food, Entertainment & Fun!
September 28th
Please join Laney College's Restoring Our Communities (ROC) for the screening and panel discussion of Sansón and Me
This new documentary is about a friendship navigating #immigration and the depths of the #criminal justicesystem, to save a young migrant’s story from oblivion.
Thursday, September 7th
6:30 pm at @laneycollege (D-200)
This event is in partnership with Laney’s Undocumented Community Resource Center (UCRC), Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice (CURYJ), Asian Prisoner Support Committee - APSC and @67suenos
Laney College ᴡᴇʟᴄᴏᴍᴇ ᴡᴇᴇᴋ ꜰᴀʟʟ 2023!
August 21st - 24th
We have a lot going on next week for you to be a part of. Free food, ice cream🍨, music 🎶and resources for students. Learn what clubs we have to offer and how to sign up!
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at the Laney QUAD
12pm - 2pm
Wednesday at Eagle Village
12pm - 2pm
Finish strong on Friday:
- Check your Peralta student email
- Check your Financial Aid status, or apply now
- Visit UCRC for assistance with the CA Dream Act & enrollment (Tower T201)
- Meet with a Counselor (Tower - 3rd Floor)
Join Laney College Environmental Control Technology (ECT) program OPEN HOUSE ➕ ONE-STOP SUPER SATURDAY Enrollment Support Events - (same day/same time)
Saturday, August 19th
11AM to 1PM
Laney College
Explore our program, discover the diverse courses we offer, and engage with faculty members who will provide valuable insights into the field of #EnvironmentalControlTechnology
Johnson Control SCHOLARSHIPS available (up to $1,500/student)
