Welcome back, students!  We hope you had a good spring break last week.

Enrollment for Summer/Fall 2026 Classes

Early enrollment began on Monday, April 8 and runs this week for many current students.

Peralta students now have a new option for convenient, discounted hot meals on campus. In partnership with Peralta District leadership, Foodture, a robotic hot food vending company, has installed hot food vending machines at each campus. Foodture machines offer chef-prepared hot meals for around $5 with easy payment options including credit/debit card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

Transgender Day of Visibility

Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is an important opportunity to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of transgender and gender nonconforming individuals while also raising awareness of the barriers they continue to face. It is both a moment of recognition and a call to action, affirming the right of all people to live authentically, safely, and with dignity.

The Peralta Community College District is proud to celebrate the eleven faculty members granted tenure by the Board of Trustees during their meeting on March 10, 2026, an achievement honored during a vibrant reception before the board meeting that recognized their role in maintaining high academic standards.

Celebrating Tenure and Instructional Excellence

One of the most significant milestones in an academic career is the awarding of tenure, a recognition of sustained excellence in teaching, service, and commitment to students. Tenure represents the pinnacle of faculty achievement and reflects the trust institutions place in educators to steward academic integrity, intellectual inquiry, and student learning for years to come.

As students return to College of Alameda’s campus for the Spring 2026 semester, CoA is proud to spotlight the wide range of services that support students throughout their academic journeys. One program of particular significance is the Basic Needs program, which has recently expanded its offerings to better serve the campus community.

Black History Month Engagement and Community Learning

College of Alameda is observing Black History Month with a series of thoughtfully designed events that center on education, culture, reflection, and community connection. A highlight of the month was The Rich Blend: Black Excellence, Freshly Brewed, held on February 3, 2026, which was well attended by students, faculty, staff, and members of the broader community.

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.