The Peralta Colleges are home to many extraordinary individuals who consistently exceed expectations in their service to students, employees, and the community. In her January 2024 Flex Day speech, Peralta Community College District Chancellor Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson introduced the whimsically named "Flying Pig Awards" to celebrate such achievements – those that defy expectations and embody the true spirit of Peralta.
Congratulations to the 2025 Flying Pig Award Recipients
Mar 24, 2025 3:24:17 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Campus Safety: A Promise – Annual Security Report Guide
Mar 24, 2025 2:27:46 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Campus safety isn't just a policy; it's a promise. The Annual Security Report is your guide to understanding crime statistics, safety policies, and resources that ensure a secure learning environment. Let's explore why this matters to you.
Leadership Transition at Laney College
Mar 19, 2025 10:00:00 AM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->
Earlier today (March 18th), the Laney College community received an email from President Rudy Besikof announcing his transition from Laney College, effective Wednesday, March 19.
Meet Jonathan Salic from College of Alameda Fashion Design Program
Mar 19, 2025 9:49:54 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
College of Alameda Student Jonathan Salic expresses his passion for fashion design. He highlights how College of Alameda's Apparel Design and Merchandising (ADAM) program gave him the opportunity to pursue his childhood dream, and how the program benefits the Latin Community as a whole.
Women Lead the Way at Berkeley City College Construction Project
Mar 19, 2025 9:27:29 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
March 2-8 marked Women in Construction Week, a time to celebrate and encourage women’s vital contributions to the building trades. At Peralta Community College District, the ongoing Berkeley City College (BCC) Milvia Street construction project in downtown Berkeley stands as a powerful example of women’s leadership in action.
Student View: Take the Real College California Survey
Mar 17, 2025 6:14:37 PM / by Cassandra L. Hernandez -->
At the beginning of March, Peralta Community College District sent out an announcement about a survey hosted by The RP Group. The main goal of their survey dubbed “2025 Real College California Survey” is to get input from all community college students here in California. It is a research project aiming to give students a chance to voice their opinion on how their college has assisted them on their academic journey.
Go See Laney College's "CLAY PAPER WOOD" Exhibition
Mar 17, 2025 5:58:57 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The JuneSteingart Gallery at Laney College buzzed with creative energy on Wednesday, March 5th, as the Peralta community gathered to celebrate the opening reception of "CLAY PAPER WOOD." This exhibition, showcasing the diverse talents of over 20 advanced students from Laney's Ceramics, Printmaking, and Wood Technology classes, proved to be a resounding success. The exhibition opened on February 18th and runs through March 28th. Go see the work when you can!
Thought Leadership: Chancellor Gilkerson at the ACCCA Conference February 19-21
Mar 17, 2025 3:07:22 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Celebrating the Year of the Snake at the District Service Center
Mar 14, 2025 4:25:55 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
On Friday, February 28, 2025, the Peralta Community College District headquarters buzzed with festive energy as we celebrated the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake. The event, filled with cultural richness and community spirit, brought together faculty, classified professionals, students, and district leadership for an afternoon of celebration and learning.
Laney College Tiny House Ribbon Cutting
Mar 14, 2025 9:14:58 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
A spirit of pride and collaboration filled the air on January 28th as Laney College hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the stunning Tiny House crafted by its talented Carpentry students. Under the expansive Construction Canopy, students, faculty, and community members gathered to witness the culmination of months of dedication and hard work.