2024 News Articles

Wine specialist Eric Le Barbé.
10/16/24

Cerro Coso Foundation Bringing Back Its Tastiest Event

The Cerro Coso Community College Foundation’s upcoming event is perfect for those with discerning taste. The Foundation’s Wine and Dine fundraiser Nov. 16 will feature an unforgettable evening of epicurean dining and fine wine. Each course of the...
PC students on cultural heritage trip pose in front of UC merced logo
10/15/24

PC Students Take Cultural Heritage & Transfer Trip to UC Merced

Porterville College recently concluded another successful Cultural Heritage & Transfer Trip, this time in collaboration with UC Merced. The trip, led by PC Director of Student Success Programs Reagen Dozier, featured a diverse team of faculty and...
students walk on PC campus
10/15/24

PC Receives Grant to Enhance Student Success

Porterville College (PC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a U.S. Department of Education Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) Title V grant in the amount of $2.9 million (Award# PR/031S240205). This significant funding will...
Laurel Stender
10/15/24

KCCD Board of Trustees Names Training Room After Beloved Cerro Coso Athletic Trainer Laurel Stender

The Kern County Community College District (KCCD) Board of Trustees held a meeting at the Cerro Coso Community College campus in Ridgecrest, where they unanimously approved the proposal to name the training room in the new Sports Complex after...
attendees at a previous alumni bbq
10/15/24

BC Hosting Annual Alumni BBQ

By Deanna Rea The 64th Annual Bakersfield College Alumni BBQ promises to be a vibrant celebration of over sixty years of Renegade pride. Each year the event brings together multiple generations of respected alumni, community members, and students to...
Alonzo Perry
10/14/24

Cybersecurity Specialist Alonzo Perry Wraps Up CTE Lecture Series for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cerro Coso Community College’s Career Technical Education (CTE) Department is excited to announce a special guest lecture series in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Closing out the series is Alonzo Perry, a Principal Security Engineer with...
Attendees walking near the Ridgecrest campus.
10/14/24

Native American Student Support and Success Program Hosted Mindfulness Walk

The Native American Student Support and Success Program (NASSSP) recently hosted a mindfulness walk, open to all, offering a chance to take a break and relax. The Ridgecrest campus walk was held on September 12th and the Bishop campus walk was held...
Carlos Rodriguez
10/11/24

PC Transfer Success Stories - Carlos Rodriguez

In a new video project from the PC Transfer Center, Porterville College highlights outstanding former PC students who've successfully transferred to 4-year institutions and achieved success in continuing their educational journey. We're excited to...
BC students getting hair care services from participating stylists
10/10/24

Renegade Nexus Offers Students Free Haircuts and Styling

By Deanna Rea Bakersfield College’s Renegade Nexus is dedicated to supporting the basic needs of students who are experiencing challenges while pursuing higher education. Through this unique program, students have access to additional resources,...