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Merritt Track and Field Update – April 24, 2025

Apr 24, 2025 9:17:39 AM / by Brock Drazen -->

Here's a quick update and some videos from our late-season competitions.  Adam Moore competed at the Northern California Decathlon Championship at Santa Rosa Junior College on April 8-9, and qualified for the state championship at College of San Mateo, finishing 5th overall, scoring 5581 in 10 events over two days. Adam competed in the 100m, Long Jump, Shot Put, High Jump, and 400m on day 1 and came back in the 110 high hurdles, Discus, Pole Vault, Javelin, and 1500m on day 2.
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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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Laney and Merritt Child Care Centers Receive Accolades

Apr 22, 2025 11:19:46 AM / by Mark Johnson -->

Recently, both the Laney College and Merritt College Child Care Centers were reviewed by the Oakland Head Start Program. Both centers exceeded expectations and received glowing reviews! The reviewer even commented, “A few families did not know why I was there but made a point to let me know their child loves their teachers and I was lucky to be observing the best classroom at the school."

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Women’s History Month at the Peralta Colleges

Apr 22, 2025 11:05:30 AM / by Mark Johnson -->

Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson, Chancellor of the Peralta Community College District, highlighted the celebration of Women's History Month across the district's colleges in her report to the Board of Trustees on April 8th. Following her March 8th report, which concluded with a video celebrating the women leading the Milvia Street construction project at Berkeley City College, the Chancellor noted that the recognition of women's contributions continued throughout March with various events.

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Meet Karin Nguyen from Merritt College's Food Bank and Basic Needs Resource Center

Apr 14, 2025 12:21:54 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->

Karin Nguyen from Merritt College emphasizes her love of Merritt's services and students. She explains that Merritt College's food pantry and its supplies, such as clothing and basic necessities, are very helpful for students' daily usage.  She very much enjoys what Merritt College offers and is proud to be a Merritt student.

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Merritt College President's Report – April 8, 2025

Apr 9, 2025 11:12:00 AM / by David M. Johnson -->

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.

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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 Government Elections - Vote on the AC Transit EasyPass Referendum!

Apr 7, 2025 9:26:19 AM / by Mark Johnson -->

On April 8-9, 2025, Peralta Community College District students will vote for student government representatives and on Proposition A, a referendum to determine the EasyPass program’s future. If approved, it would renew access to unlimited AC Transit bus service—local and Transbay—for all Peralta Community College District students via their EasyPass card.

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In the News: Merritt Alum Master P and More

Mar 25, 2025 2:40:42 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

As Chancellor Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson pointed out at the March 8th Board of Trustees meeting, the Peralta Colleges have recently garnered significant media attention across various platforms. From local news to national outlets, our students, faculty, and programs were celebrated, reaching millions of viewers and readers.

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