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.
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.
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.
There’s nothing quite like the joy of being honored for the passion, effort, and artistry you devote to your craft. Creating something meaningful is already an accomplishment - but receiving a heartfelt “Well done!” on a major platform elevates that achievement into something unforgettable.
Daniel Morga lives in Oakland and started working on cars with his dad at an early age. Ever since he was a little kid, he's always been fascinated by how cars work, how they are repaired, and using the right tool for the right job. He especially loves working for friends and neighbors, helping people get back on the road and knowing that his work has made a real difference in people's lives.
Like many other students, Stephen Hebrard is an overcomer. He is passionate about excelling in his education and is willing to face the challenges as they come - head on. As one of the assistant coaches for the Men’s basketball team at College of Alameda, Hebrard shares how EOPs has not only been a wonderful resource for his players, but even for himself.
Meet Anne Gormley, College of Alameda EOPS student, and future Doctor of Occupational Therapy! Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program designed to provide support services to low-income and academically-disadvantaged students to become successful in college.
On November 6-8, 2025, Peralta sent
10 + 1 (!) representatives (10 from each of the four college faculty senates and one from the District Academic Senate) to the
Academic Senate for California Community Colleges (ASCCC) 2025 Fall Plenary Session in La Jolla.
When the College of Alameda (CoA) began exploring a visual rebrand in early 2025, the question wasn’t simply “What should the new logo look like?” The question that arose was “Why now?”
It has been a heavy season — in our region, in our nation, and in higher education itself. The deployment of federal agents to Coast Guard Island, the threats to undocumented and mixed-status families, and the dismantling of Federal programs like HSI, AANAPISI, and TRIO funding hit close to home. They are more than policy decisions; they are an assault on the very idea of education as liberation — as a pathway to belonging, dignity, and opportunity.
