Merritt College Hosts First-Ever Sneaker Ball
Merritt College closed out April and capped off California Community Colleges Black Student Success Week (BSSW) with our first-ever Sneaker Ball! The purpose of BSSW is to emphasize how institutions are supporting underserved students (including but not limited to Black and African American students), to ensure their success in community colleges and beyond.
Celebrating the Heart of Laney – Employee Appreciation Day 2025
Laney College held its annual Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, April 18, bringing together faculty, student workers, administrators, and classified professionals for an afternoon of recognition and celebration at the Laney Fieldhouse.
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.
Merritt College Celebrates 40-Year Legacy with Oakland PAL Track Meet
Merritt College recently commemorated our long-standing partnership with a remarkable community organization led by one of our most beloved colleagues. On Saturday, March 22, the Oakland Police Activities League (PAL) celebrated 40 years of track and field by holding its annual Oakland PAL Community Meet here at the College.
Laney College Hosts Successful Community Job Hiring Event
On March 20, 2025, Laney College hosted a Community Job Hiring Event, providing students, alumni, and community members with information about employment opportunities. Attendees connected with employers from organizations such as the Oakland Zoo, ChildCare Careers, Oakland Marriott City Center, CareBuilders at Home East Bay, Allied Universal Event Services, The Plus Group, and Youth Together.
BCC Hosts Community Partners Breakfast
On Wednesday, March 26, Berkeley City College hosted its annual Community Partners Breakfast. Over 100 counselors, dual enrollment partners, college advisors, and administrators from local high schools and higher education partners attended.
Honoring Our Newly-Tenured Faculty Colleagues
This semester we have two individuals who have attained a significant milestone—achieving tenure as a Merritt College faculty member!!! Lissette Dominguez and Taslima Rehman (along with eleven of their colleagues across Peralta) were honored at the District Reception, in an event that represents a high mark in their professional journey. Please allow me to share a bit about each of them.
Laney College Engagement at Oakland Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
Laney College classified professionals and administrators promoted the College and fostered goodwill for the Year of the Snake at the February 22 Lunar New Year Parade. The annual event is organized by the Oakland Chinatown Neighborhood Improvement Council and once again, colleagues devoted their Saturdays to answer questions at the College’s information table.
