College of Alameda FLEX Day Spring 2026
CoA prepares to gather as faculty, classified professionals, and administrators to engage in meaningful professional development on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Building H.
BCC Welcomes Third Community Health Worker Apprenticeship Cohort
On Thursday, January 8, Berkeley City College welcomed 14 new apprentices to its Community Health Worker Apprentice Workshop. This orientation marked the launch of their program’s third cohort and provided apprentices with opportunities to connect with their peers, instructors, counselors, and college support staff.
Honoring Margaret Dixon: Champion for Women in Law Enforcement
Iwant to begin by expressing my appreciation for the career and ongoing efforts of Ms. Margaret Dixon, who was recently featured in a KQED story on the challenges that women face in pursuing careers in law enforcement.
Laney College Honors the Legacy of Coach John Beam
Laney College will host Light the Path, Light the Field on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, a luminaria walk and tribute honoring the life and legacy of Coach John Beam. The event begins at 4:00 p.m. at the Laney Bistro and concludes at Eagles Stadium, symbolically retracing the path Coach Beam walked with generations of students—from mentorship and learning to teamwork and community building.
Student Excellence in Motion: Creativity, Performance, and Purpose
College of Alameda continues to demonstrate the extraordinary creativity, leadership, and determination of our students across disciplines.
Berkeley City College Named California Black Serving Institution
On Monday, December 8, Berkeley City College was officially designated as a Black-Serving Institution (BSI) by the California BSI Governing Board.
Hello Peralta Community,
Come join us for an evening of great music and great fun, all for a great cause! The first-ever Peralta Piano Party is coming up on Friday, February 27, 2026, and will take place here at the District Service Center Atrium.
The Black Men’s Brain Health (BMBH) Initiative will host its 5th Annual Conference during Super Bowl Week, February 3-4, 2026, at Merritt College. This year’s gathering will explore the theme “The Power of Community Engagement: Transforming Black Men’s Participation in Brain Health and AD/ADRD Research.”
The Peralta Community College District (PCCD) proudly announces that all four of its colleges – Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College – have been designated as Black-Serving Institutions (BSI), a state recognition for colleges and universities that demonstrate excellence in supporting Black and African American students.
On Friday, December 5th, PCCD Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson joined an especially strong contingent of representatives from the Peralta Colleges at this year’s Basic Needs Summit at Napa Valley College.
