The Department of Community Safety is excited to highlight a new chat feature in the PeraltaSafety app, designed to make it easier for students, faculty, and staff to connect with us quickly and discreetly. This app enhancement reflects our unwavering commitment to making safety accessible, responsive, and user-centered across the District.
June 2025 Peralta TV Highlights
May 30, 2025 9:09:54 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Peralta TV can be seen on
Channel 27: Alameda, Berkeley
Channel 28: Emeryville, Piedmont, Oakland
AT&T U-Verse Channel 99
2025 Raíces Latinx Graduation: Seguiremos Floreciendo
May 28, 2025 4:27:45 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Berkeley, CA – On May 14, 2025, the Peralta Community College District held its fifth annual Raíces Latinx Graduation celebration at Berkeley City College. The event, open to all, honored the achievements of Latinx graduates from Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College, marking a significant milestone for students and their families.
Celebrating the African/African American Class of 2025
May 28, 2025 9:40:02 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Peralta Association of African American Affairs (PAAAA) proudly hosted its 17th Annual African/African American Graduation for the Peralta Community College District. The vibrant event, open to all, celebrated the rich tapestry of the African diaspora while honoring the remarkable achievements of graduates from Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College.
Peralta Colleges Celebrate 2025 AAPI Graduates in District-Wide Ceremony
May 23, 2025 1:51:00 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
OAKLAND, CA – On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Peralta Community College District hosted its second annual district-wide Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Graduation Celebration, bringing together students, families, faculty, and staff from Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College to honor the achievements of the graduating class of 2025.
Merritt College President's Report – May 13, 2025
May 21, 2025 3:43:52 PM / by David M. Johnson -->
Merritt College Hosts First-Ever Sneaker Ball
Merritt College closed out April and capped off California Community Colleges Black Student Success Week (BSSW) with our first-ever Sneaker Ball! The purpose of BSSW is to emphasize how institutions are supporting underserved students (including but not limited to Black and African American students), to ensure their success in community colleges and beyond.
Laney College President's Report – May 13, 2025
May 21, 2025 3:00:00 PM / by Rebecca Opsata -->
Celebrating the Heart of Laney – Employee Appreciation Day 2025
Laney College held its annual Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, April 18, bringing together faculty, student workers, administrators, and classified professionals for an afternoon of recognition and celebration at the Laney Fieldhouse.
College of Alameda President's Report – May 13, 2025
May 21, 2025 1:23:57 PM / by Melanie Dixon -->
Years of Service Celebration
On Friday, May 2, 2025, the college community came together to celebrate the countless years employees have contributed to the lives of students and the unwavering commitment CoA has to the community.
Berkeley City College President's Report – May 13, 2025
May 21, 2025 12:39:05 PM / by Denise Richardson -->
Laney College Celebrates Student Success at EOPS Awards Ceremony
May 20, 2025 2:18:37 PM / by Chanda Brewer -->
On May 9, 2025, Laney College hosted its annual EOPS/CARE/NextUP/CalWORKs Awards Celebration at Preservation Park in Oakland, honoring students whose academic journeys have been supported by these transformative programs. Held under the theme "Unity, Collaboration, Innovation: Strengthening Bridges for Student Success," the event celebrated perseverance, community, and educational achievement.