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Peralta Colleges Celebrate 2025 AAPI Graduates in District-Wide Ceremony

May 23, 2025 1:51:34 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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Peralta Faculty Make Strong Showing at ASCCC Spring Plenary

May 6, 2025 3:52:10 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

A dedicated group of faculty representatives from the Peralta Community College District recently joined colleagues from across the state at the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges (ASCCC) 2025 Spring Plenary Session.

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Nick Arata Awarded Ozzie Day Scholarship

May 1, 2025 3:35:28 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->

Nick Arata remembers watching car repair programs on TV with his grandfather when he was growing up. He always wanted to know how things work and how to fix them when they broke. He started taking Auto classes at COA right out of high school.

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Celebrating Our Outstanding Classified Professionals of the Year!

Apr 22, 2025 11:58:17 AM / by Mark Johnson -->

At the April 8th Board of Trustees meeting, Peralta Community College District Chancellor Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson proudly recognized five exceptional classified professionals as the 2025 Classified Employees of the Year. These individuals, representing Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, Merritt College, and the District Service Center, were celebrated for their unwavering dedication, professionalism, and profound impact on our district and the wider community.

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“Rethinking Our Possibilities” Classified Symposium a Success

Apr 22, 2025 11:26:51 AM / by Mark Johnson -->

The Peralta Community College District recently celebrated its third Classified Professional Symposium of the school year, themed “Rethinking Our Possibilities.” The event benefited from beautiful weather, both within the welcoming Laney Student Center and in the surrounding outdoor spaces.

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College of Alameda President's Report – April 8, 2025

Apr 9, 2025 10:50:00 AM / by Melanie Dixon -->

Annual Community Partner Breakfast

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$362.7 Million in Bonds Sold by the Peralta Community College District

Apr 7, 2025 2:52:06 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

OAKLAND, Calif., April 7, 2025 – The Peralta Community College District (PCCD) announced the successful sale of $362.7 million in bonds on March 26, 2025, marking a significant financial milestone for the District.

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Student View: EOPS

Apr 7, 2025 9:38:33 AM / by Cassandra L. Hernandez -->

Extended Opportunities Program and Services (EOPS) is a program meant to help you as a student succeed on your academic journey. If you are in need of financial help, EOPS offers aid in the form of book grants, fee waivers, or even free supplies (backpacks, notebooks, binders etc.). EOPS even offers academic help to you for no extra cost.

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