International student Mussie Tariku shares the enriching and numerous opportunities he has encountered at Laney College. Through his journey, Mussie has embraced the vibrant campus life and the supportive community that Laney offers, allowing him to grow both academically and personally.
Meet Mussie Tariku from Laney College, "My Home Away From Home"
Nov 1, 2024 3:30:37 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
PCCD Student Health Clinic Powered by Baywell Health is Now Open!
Nov 1, 2024 2:25:14 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Peralta Colleges in the News
Oct 30, 2024 2:49:16 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->
The Peralta Community College District has been getting substantial news coverage over the past few months. Each of the colleges is getting excellent news exposure from a wide range of publications.
SB 1348 Establishing Black-Serving Institution Designation Signed into Law
Oct 30, 2024 1:32:07 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Teeny Tiny Mic: Celebrating Local Talent and Diverse Sounds on KGPC Radio
Oct 24, 2024 9:30:08 AM / by Felicia Bridges -->
KGPC has had a long-held dream of having a live music show in its programming lineup called "Teeny Tiny Mic". For those who aren’t familiar, National Public Radio (NPR) has a show titled "Tiny Desk", a video series of live concerts hosted by NPR Music at the desk of former All Songs Considered host Bob Boilen in Washington, D.C. KGPC wanted its own local version of this music show, particularly since the Bay Area is burgeoning with musical talent hence, Teeny Tiny Mic.
Peralta Colleges Support Undocumented Student Action Week
Oct 14, 2024 2:29:38 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Peralta Community College District is proud to continue our ongoing and sustained commitment to serving the undocumented members of our East Bay community and joins with other community colleges across the state for Undocumented Student Action Week 2024.
Earthquake Preparedness: Great Shakeout is October 17th
Oct 11, 2024 10:17:16 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Here in the East Bay, we live in an earthquake zone, so it’s important that we all know what to do to keep as safe as possible during a quake. The Great California Shakeout on October 17, 2024, at 10:17am, is an opportunity to test our emergency preparedness in case of an earthquake. On that day and time, the Peralta Community College District will test our emergency communication system, Rave, by sending you all a text and email message advising you of the Great Shakeout emergency earthquake test.
Laney College President's Report – October 8, 2024
Oct 10, 2024 1:08:29 PM / by Rudy Besikof -->
Graduation Celebration of Summer Bridge 2024 with Instructor Collette Ibeh
Responding to the needs of the rising number of young, Central American students, Laney’s ESOL department, in coordinated partnership with OUSD, continued its yearlong Newcomer Learning Community this past summer.
Taking Care of Yourself: Resources for a Healthy Lifestyle at Peralta Colleges
Oct 7, 2024 9:19:15 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, and at the Peralta Colleges, we want to take a moment to talk about something important: your well-being.
Johnson Controls Renews Laney College Environmental Control Technology Workforce Development Grant
Sep 24, 2024 11:43:21 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
OAKLAND, CA, Sept. 18, 2024 – Laney College Environmental Control Technology Department received a $100,000 grant for the third year as part of the Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program. This funding enhances on-campus training and educational opportunities for future leaders in the HVAC, digital, fire, and security industries.