2025 News Articles

two braille books at the Shafter Library, one entitled 'Braille Boy' and 'Kindness Makes Us Strong'
4/24/25

Shafter Library Adds Braille Books to Promote Inclusivity and Learning

Thursday, April 24, 2025 The Shafter Library, a public library and satellite campus of Bakersfield College, recently acquired a collection of braille books, thanks to a Friends of the Shafter Library contribution. These books provide readers with...
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4/23/25

Faculty Spotlight: Alexandria Rockey

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 By Deanna Rea Alexandria Rockey began her journey at Bakersfield College in August 2020, stepping into the role of Professor of Academic Technology during the height of the pandemic. Since then, she has worked diligently to...
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4/16/25

Dr. Leah Elliott Honored with Education-Academia Award

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Bakersfield College is proud to celebrate Dr. Leah Elliott, who was recently awarded the 2025 Education-Academia Award by the Association of California Nurse Leaders – Kern County Chapter. The award was presented at the...
vendor booths and attendees gathering for Garden Fest 2024
4/15/25

Garden Fest 2025

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Bakersfield College is excited to host Garden Fest 2025 on Saturday, April 26 on BC’s Panorama Campus. This annual gathering is one of the most anticipated community events of the year, and the 2025 iteration promises to be...
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4/14/25

Jones Art Gallery Hosting 2025 Student Art Exhibit

Monday, April 14, 2025 By Deanna Rea The Bakersfield College Wylie and May Louise Jones Art Gallery is currently hosting the 2025 Student Art Exhibit, an annual event dedicated to showcasing the artistic creativity and talent of the BC student...
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4/9/25

Renegade Motorsports Team Competes in March Meets Drag Race

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Recently, the Bakersfield College Renegade Motorsports team participated in the March Meets Drag Race held at Famoso Dragstrip just north of Bakersfield. The tradition-rich, three-day event brings together drag racing...
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4/7/25

Grad Fair 2025

Monday, April 7, 2025 Bakersfield College Graduates! We are excited to announce the dates for Grad Fair 2025! Grad Fair starts this week and will have several dates at multiple locations for students to get what they need for Commencement 2025. The...
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4/4/25

BC Choirs Hold Fundraiser for Trip to Carnegie Hall

Friday, April 4, 2025 The Bakersfield College choir is participating in a unique fundraiser to help them travel to New York for an incredible opportunity to perform at the world-famous Carnegie Hall. The fundraiser consists of a “shoe drive,” where...
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4/3/25

NASSSP Hosts Women’s Celebration Event

Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Deanna Rea In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Bakersfield College Native American Student Support and Success Program (NASSSP) hosted a Women’s Celebration in the Outdoor Theater. The event aimed to uplift,...
Kern County Probation booth at career expo
4/2/25

BC Hosts Social and Behavioral Sciences Career Expo

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 By Deanna Rea Bakersfield College recently hosted a Social and Behavioral Sciences Career Expo at its Panorama Campus, bringing together industry professionals and experts to share job opportunities and insights into their...