Fall 2024 Parking at the Peralta Colleges
Aug 13, 2024 10:09:41 AM / by Abdul Pridgen -->
Chancellor's Announcement: Lepowsky Calendars are Now Posted on the Peralta Website
Aug 12, 2024 9:09:00 AM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->
August 2024 Peralta TV Highlights
Aug 11, 2024 10:00:00 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Tune in to Peralta TV this month for a trio of compelling programs that explore sustainability, artistic legacy, and the nature of decay. Don’t miss these thought-provoking films that delve into environmental innovation, artistic heritage, and the cycle of life.
Chancellor's Announcement: Welcome COA President Melanie Dixon
Jul 24, 2024 2:33:11 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->
Chancellor's Announcement: New Leadership at Peralta
Jul 9, 2024 10:18:30 AM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->
Peralta TV Highlights – July 2024
Jun 27, 2024 5:16:24 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Peralta TV can be seen on
Channel 27: Alameda, Berkeley
Channel 28: Emeryville, Piedmont, Oakland
AT&T U-Verse Channel 99
Peralta Trustees Approve Appointment of Greg Nelson as Deputy Chancellor & COO
Jun 26, 2024 2:32:55 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
OAKLAND, Calif., June 26, 2024 – At their regular meeting last night, the Peralta Community College District (PCCD) Board of Trustees unanimously approved the appointment of Mr. Greg Nelson as Deputy Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective July 1, 2024.
Abdul Pridgen to Join PCCD as Interim Executive Director of Public Safety and Security
Jun 26, 2024 2:29:00 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->
Dear Peralta Community,
As I shared back in April, we’ve initiated a broader exploration into strategies and options that will support our long-term strategic vision for public safety. Given prominent concerns around safety and security in my districtwide listening sessions and the foundational leadership of the Holistic Safety and Wellness Committee, we are poised to articulate a transformative and holistic plan for safety and security that centers our District’s mission and vision, and the Board’s June 2021 Resolution Renewing Support for the Holistic Safety and Wellness of District Students.
Merritt College President's Report – June 25, 2024
Jun 26, 2024 12:59:53 PM / by David M. Johnson -->
Advancing Black Student Success: Merritt College's Partnership with CSU and Plans for a Center for Black Student Success
Following through on Merritt College’s commitment to Black student success in our Educational Master Plan, VPI Lisa Cook and I participated in CSU’s Second Annual Juneteenth Symposium, hosted by Sacramento State on June 13-14. This was an opportunity to connect Merritt with the inspiring work within the CSU system to advance Black student success by centering the African American educational experience.
Laney College President's Report – June 25, 2024
Jun 26, 2024 12:50:27 PM / by Rudy Besikof -->
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.