2025 News Articles

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BC Participates in 2025 Bakersfield Christmas Parade

Friday, December 5, 2025 Bakersfield College was a proud participant in the 43rd Annual Bakersfield Christmas Parade. This year’s theme was “A Family Christmas” and took place in historic downtown Bakersfield. BC was well represented with a festive...

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BC Art Department Hosts Fall Ceramics Holiday Sale

Wednesday, November 3, 2025 Each semester, the Art Department at Bakersfield College hosts a ceramics sale featuring art created by BC students in their art classes. It provides a great opportunity for students to showcase their artistic projects,...

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BC Students ‘Destress’ with Miracle Mutts

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 On Monday, December 1st, BC welcomed Miracle Mutts to their Panorama Campus to give students a chance to take a break from their busy schedules and enjoy some down time with their therapy dogs. Several therapy dogs and...

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BC Hosting Series of Study Jams to Help Students Prepare for Finals

Monday, December 1, 2025 The Office of Student Life and BC Student Government Association is hosting a series of ‘Study Jams’ to provide a great environment for Renegades to prepare for final exams and presentations. Each session will take place in...

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BC Celebrates Fall Holiday Season with Friendsgiving and Turkey Giveaway

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 In celebration of the Fall Holiday Season, Bakersfield College hosted two events to bring community together, play games, provide aid, and eat delicious food. On Monday, BC’s Renegade Nexus, in partnership with the...

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BC Hosts Vet Fest 2025, Showcasing Support and Gratitude for Veterans of All Eras

Friday, November 21, 2025 Earlier this week, the Veterans Services and Programs Department at Bakersfield College hosted Vet Fest 2025. This annual event gives students, staff, and community members the opportunity to come together and celebrate...

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BC Hosts a Series of Native American Discussion Panels

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Recently, Bakersfield College’s Native American Student Support & Success Program (NASSSP) hosted a series of discussion panels to honor and celebrate Native American Heritage Month. The inspirational events brought...

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Thousands Gather for 3rd Annual Bakersfield College Rodeo at Kern County Fairgrounds

Thursday, November 13, 2025 The BC Rodeo Team hosted the 3rd Annual Bakersfield College Rodeo at the Kern County Fairgrounds. The event, sponsored by Haddad Dodge/Ram, was held on Saturday and Sunday, November 8–9. More than 4800 people attended the...

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Bakersfield College Holds First-Generation College Student Day

Monday, November 10, 2025 Last week, Bakersfield College gathered students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the inaugural First-Generation College Student Day, a moment to recognize the determination of those who are the first in their families to...