New Student Convocation has gone VIRTUAL for 2021!
Bakersfield College is excited to usher in the new academic year with our students. As part of that tradition, BC hosts the annual New Student Convocation. The word convocation literally means a “calling together,” which means you will now become part of the Renegade community. Beyond welcoming you to the community, we will also provide critical information about navigating college life, the importance of getting involved on campus, making the most of your time here, and strategies for being successful.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
5 p.m.
All registered students receive our world-famous We Are BC t-shirts after attendance at the event has been verified. More instructions will be delivered via email following the event.
Register Today for the Zoom Link!
For more information email convocation@bakersfieldcollege.edu
Accommodations are available with advanced notice, please contact Danyel Harris at danyel.harris@bakersfieldcollege.edu.
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The week before the start of the fall semester, BC hosts an Open House to usher you and your family/friends into the new academic year by visiting the various areas on campus and then lead you into Convocation. We will provide critical information about navigating college life, the importance of getting involved on campus, making the most of your time here, and strategies for being successful. This event comes with free dinner, your very own "We Are BC" Shirt, and so much more!
The New Student Convocation part of the evening welcomes you as part of the Renegade community. The word convocation literally means a “calling together.” While Convocation is a great way to connect with other students, faculty and staff on campus, it does not replace the student orientation requirement offered throughout summer and fall.
Shortly after the convocation ceremony begins, at 7:13 p.m. (which equates to 19:13 in military time, symbolizing the year BC was founded), our Renegade Mascot marches down to the stage, and rings the gong. The vibration of the gong symbolized the beginning of our incoming students’ academic journey. The gong is once again rung upon confirmation for graduation in the Counseling Center.