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Peralta Colleges 2025 Graduation Highlights

Jul 1, 2025 3:20:48 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->

Each of the Peralta Colleges held wonderful commencement ceremonies this year. Joe Sullivan from Peralta's marketing department put together this very nice highlights reel which Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson shared with the Board of Trustees during her Chancellor's Report on June 10, 2025.  Congratulations Class of 2025 Graduates!

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College of Alameda 2025 Graduation Celebration

Jul 1, 2025 9:11:04 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->

The College of Alameda athletic field was abuzz with energy and pride on May 23, 2025, as the college held its commencement ceremony for the Class of 2025. The event was a powerful testament to the graduates' resilience and determination.

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College of Alameda President's Report – June 10, 2025

Jun 11, 2025 9:00:44 AM / by Melanie Dixon -->

Recognition for our Innovative Excellence

Last month, the President’s Office received notification that the College of Alameda has been nominated for the Excellence in Workforce Development Award at the 2025 Innovation Island Excellence Awards! The nomination highlighted CoA’s commitment to innovation, creativity, and how our impact has set a remarkable standard in our community.

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Love and Belonging Celebrated at the Lavender Graduation

May 30, 2025 3:39:59 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

On May 20, 2025, the Peralta Community College District held its annual Lavender Graduation at the College of Alameda (COA). This commencement ceremony honors the accomplishments of our LGBTQIA+ students, recognizing their unique journeys and contributions to our campus community. The event, open to all, and filled with food, music, love, and a strong sense of community, recognized the perseverance and triumphs of the graduating class.

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Rene Rivas Classified Senate Scholarship 2025 Awardees

May 30, 2025 10:43:25 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->

On behalf of the Laney College Classified Senate, Peralta is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Rene Rivas Classified Senate Scholarship. Although Rene’s family could not attend the ceremony, they thoughtfully reviewed the applications and selected the awardees listed below. Each recipient was awarded a $500 scholarship to support their educational goals.

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2025 Raíces Latinx Graduation: Seguiremos Floreciendo

May 28, 2025 4:27:45 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

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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.

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Celebrating the African/African American Class of 2025

May 28, 2025 9:40:02 AM / by Mark Johnson -->

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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.

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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.

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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.

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“You Scholars are the Rising Sun”: Honoring Students at the PAAAA Scholarship Reception

May 9, 2025 2:14:08 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

On Thursday, May 1, 2025, on a glorious spring day in Oakland, we kicked off “Smile Season” and the month-long celebration of student successes throughout the district. Following the tradition of Libations by Kimm Blackwell, Chancellor Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson warmly welcomed attendees to the Peralta Association of African American Affairs (PAAAA) Scholarship Awardee Reception, expressing her joy in celebrating the extraordinary student scholars. She began by acknowledging and thanking the PAAAA Scholarship Committee for their dedication in making the event possible.

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