Groundbreaking Ceremony and Block Party Marked the College’s 50th Anniversary

BERKELEY, Calif., April 24, 2024 – Celebration hit Center Street in Berkeley the afternoon of Tuesday, April 23, as the community and Berkeley City College (BCC), the Peralta Community College District, and Peralta’s Bond Program, “Build Peralta” celebrated 50 years of BCC history and the groundbreaking of a new building at 2118 Milvia Street that symbolized the future of the campus.

Merritt College Student Spotlight: Sabine Westerweck and Marcela Mobati

As the final stretch of the Spring 2024 semester approaches and we prepare for the frenzy that accompanies term paper deadlines, final exams, transcript requests, and graduation planning, I want to share with you the experiences that two students recently shared with me. Their stories serve as an inspiring reminder of the important work that we do and the impact we have on the lives of the students we serve.

Laney, Merritt College Remembers Legacy of Former Longtime Colleague, President

The greater Peralta community joins Mrs. Juliet Crutchfield in mourning and celebrating the passing of her husband Earnest Crutchfield, former Merritt College Counselor and longtime President of Laney College.

College of Alameda Students Explore Historic HBCUs and Landmarks

During the week of March 24, 2024, members of the College of Alameda community, including faculty, classified professionals, and administrators, embarked on a transformative journey accompanying students on a tour of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Basic Needs Awareness Week

The Berkeley City College Basic Needs Awareness Week ran from April 15 through April 18. BCC’s Basic Needs Center hosted a series of events providing information and basic needs resources available to all Berkeley City College students.

Laney College hosted the 2024 Coast Conference Track & Field Championship this past Saturday, competing for a chance to advance to the Northern California Championships on May 3rd & 4th. The Eagles had several impressive performances, walking away with medals in several events.

Students are invited to attend a series of workshops focused on resources and support for Black and African American students.

The Peralta Community College District and the California Community Colleges system announce the return of Black Student Success Week, April 22-26, celebrating its fifth year! This year’s theme is Building a Better Future Together: the Urgency is Now.

OAKLAND, Calif., April 19, 2024 – The Peralta Community College District has opened a nationwide search to find ideal candidates to fill four leadership positions that will play a pivotal role in setting the future direction of the East Bay District.

Merritt College Puente Honors Cesar Chavez

On Wednesday, April 3rd, the Merritt College Puente Program organized a special cultural event to celebrate the legacy of the labor rights icon, Cesar Chavez. The event opened with a heartfelt land acknowledgment, followed by an Aztec dance to acknowledge the four directions.