Raconteur

Bakersfield College has a proud tradition of documenting its rich history and vibrant campus life through its yearbooks, known as The Raconteurs. Published from 1932 to 1981, these volumes capture nearly five decades of the college’s enduring legacy of academic excellence, student achievement, and community spirit. Each edition of The Raconteur offers a vivid snapshot of its time, filled with photographs, stories, and memories that bring to life the people and events that shaped Bakersfield College’s identity.

Within their pages, readers can explore the evolution of the college - from its early years and growing student body to the development of programs, clubs, and athletic teams that defined campus culture. The Raconteurs serve not only as a visual chronicle of the institution’s past but also as a testament to the creativity, dedication, and resilience of generations of students, faculty, and staff.

Today, these yearbooks remain one of Bakersfield College’s most valuable historical resources, preserving the spirit of the college and providing future generations with an intimate window into its storied past.

(L-R, Raconteur 1931, Raconteur 1950, Raconteur 1964, Raconteur 1967)

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