The 2011-2012 Laney College Lady Eagles Basketball Squad are in position for another run at the State Championship crown. Under the direction of Head Coach Ron Williams, the Lady Eagles are Bay Valley Conference Champions and have been in the tournament the last 3 years. However this year, the team may have what it takes to bring a banner to Oakland, CA. Support the Lady Eagles as they begin the quest for a State Championship.
Posts in February 2012
PTVSports – 2011-12 Laney College Lady Eagles Bay Valley Conference Champs
24 February 2012. 0 comments
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Peralta News – Programs and Services for Students with Disabilities (DSPS) at College of Alameda
24 February 2012. 0 comments
Students who go to the Peralta Colleges share diverse backgrounds. Some of these students contend with challenging disabilities but persevere in academics thanks to a personal drive and also the help of quality student services. College of Alameda shows us how DSPS (Programs and Services for Students with Disabilities) insures that every student has a chance to succeed at the Peralta Colleges.
Filed under: College of Alameda, Peralta News. Tagged: DSPS, Programs and Services for Students with Disabilities
Peralta News – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning Studies (LGBTQ) offered at College of Alameda
24 February 2012. 0 comments
We are pleased to announce that the first LGBTQ studies course in Peralta is now being offered at the College of Alameda. Faculty, Staff and Administrators from all four colleges are working to develop first a Certificate program and ultimately an AA degree in LGBTQ studies. Thank you for all your work to support the diverse needs and interests of our students.
Filed under: Academic Excellence, College of Alameda, Peralta News. Tagged: Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, LGBTQ, Questioning Studies, Transgender
Dr. Richard A. Muller, Renowned UC Physicist and Author, to Speak at Berkeley City College
22 February 2012. 0 comments
Renowned UC physicist and author, Dr. Richard A. Muller, to speak at 6:30 p.m., Thur., Mar. 1 at Berkeley City College
“Energy and Clmate: Surprising Things You Need to Know,” is set for 6:30-8 p.m., Thur., Mar. 1, at Berkeley City College’s auditorium, 2050 Center St., between Shattuck Ave. & Milvia St. The presentation will be given by Dr. Richard A. Muller, renowned professor of physics at U.C. Berkeley and faculty senior scientist at Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory. The event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by BCC’s Department of Science and the college’s Science Club. It is part of a five-part Spring Science Seminar Series. Dr. Muller will discuss the latest scientific developments on international climate change and how the world can best prepare for them.
He is founder and chair of the Berkeley Earth Surface Temperature (BEST) Project and a recipient of the MacArthur Genius Fellowship. He also was named as one of The Atlantic Monthly’s Brave Thinkers. Muller’s numerous books and articles include The Instant Physicist: An Illustrated Guide and the popular Physics For Future Presidents.
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Filed under: Berkeley City College. Tagged: Berkeley Earth Surface Temperature, BEST, Dr. Richard A. Muller, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, MacArthur Genius Fellowship, The Instant Physicist: An Illustrated Guide, U.C. Berkeley
Laney College Women’s Basketball & Baseball
21 February 2012. 0 comments
The Laney College women’s basketball team defeated Mendocino College 72-34 on Feb. 17 at Laney to win the Bay Valley Conference championship.
The Eagles (24-6) are seeded ninth in the Northern California Regionals and play AT No. 8 Consumnes River in Sacramento on Friday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m.
The Laney College baseball team plays host to Skyline College of San Bruno TODAY at 2 p.m. The Eagles are 6-2 while the Trojans (0-7) are ranked No. 20 in Northern California. The Eagles are not ranked. Go figure.
Filed under: Laney College. Tagged: Bay Valley Conference championship, The Eagles
Peralta News – Board Spotlight February 14, 2012
17 February 2012. 0 comments
The Valentines Day meeting of the Peralta Colleges Board of Trustees started with a call by the Stop the Swap Coalition to take an aggressive stance with Morgan Stanley. Educational Services presented data from the mandated Accountability Reporting for the Community Colleges (ARCC). And proposed changes in Peralta’s policy regarding free speech received criticism from the Board.
Filed under: Board of Trustees, Board Spotlight. Tagged: Accountability Reporting for the Community Colleges, ARCC, Morgan Stanley
Peralta News – New Laney College Gardening Class
17 February 2012. 0 comments
Want to learn everything about growing your own food? Hurry and sign up for Biology 801 taught by Doug Bruce and Grey Kolevzon. The brand new class is fee based so that means it’s open to the public! The cost is only $60 for 12 whole hours of instruction in Laney’s Edible Garden. Knowing how to grow Organic food is not only paramount to an individual’s health and lifestyle, but these skills can be added to your resume if you want to be part of the Californian culinary and grocery industry that is exploding right now as Oakland becomes one of the country’s top destinations to visit thanks to it’s renowned restaurant and bar scene. Local organic farming operations continue to expand in response to the demand for fresh ingredients grown by local labor. Learn, have fun, get your hands dirty and be a part of the action that will benefit you and your community.
Filed under: Laney College, Peralta News. Tagged: Biology 801, Doug Bruce, Edible Garden, Gardening, Grey Kolevzon
PTVSports – Merritt College Men’s BasketBall Team 2011-12
17 February 2012. 0 comments
The Peralta Colleges Sports Authority took a trip back up on the hill to visit with the Merritt College Thunderbirds Men’s Basketball Team and head coach Keenan McMiller. As the 2011-12 Bay Valley Conference season comes to a close, we get some philosophy breakdown and a look at some player moving on to the next level in their college careers. For more information about the Merritt College Men’s Basketball Team click here.
Filed under: Merritt College, PTV Sports. Tagged: 2011-12 Bay Valley Conference, Keenan McMiller, Thunderbirds
Sustainable Peralta Annual Conference 2012
16 February 2012. 0 comments
The Sustainable Peralta Annual Conference coming on Thursday, April 26th so Save The Date! More details to come soon…
Filed under: Announcements, Laney College. Tagged: Conference, Sustainable Peralta
Transfer Workshops at Berkeley City College
15 February 2012. 0 comments
Hey Peralta Students!
Are you considering transferring to a four year university? The Berkeley City College Service Community is planning a series of exciting transfer events and workshops. We want to connect you to resources available at UC Berkeley, even if that’s not where you want to apply. Speakers include, current Cal students and representatives from UC Berkeley programs such as Admissions, TRSP, the Career Center, the Scholarship Office, and more!
For more information on all of our events, visit our website!
Filed under: Berkeley City College, Workshops. Tagged: Transfer Workshop, UC Berkeley
Peralta News – Inside 9th Floor Radio
10 February 2012. 0 comments
Check out 9th Floor Radio, Peralta Colleges very own Internet Radio Station! In this video station managers Melissa Neal and Aaron Harbour take you on a tour inside the studio. Go to 9thfloorradio.com to hear some truly eclectic dj’s and music.
Song: Killin’ Time by Primitive Hearts
Website: primitivehearts.bandcamp.com
Filed under: 9th Floor Radio, Peralta News. Tagged: Aaron Harbour, Internet Radio Station, Melissa Neal
Peralta News – Black History Month: Women Empowerment, College of Alameda
10 February 2012. 1 comment
On February 7, the African American Student Union at College of Alameda hosted a Women Empowerment Forum. The Forum brought together current and former College of Alameda students and faculty to share their stories of success. Thanks to College of Alameda professors Baker and Campbell for putting together the Black History month display in the Library.
Filed under: College of Alameda, Peralta News. Tagged: Black History Month, Women Empowerment Forum
Quit smoking program: Hypnosis, Feb. 21, wed. 2-4pm at Laney College
8 February 2012. 0 comments
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Margaret Dixon of Merritt College Receives the Jefferson Award
7 February 2012. 0 comments
Kudos to our own Margaret Dixon, a Merritt College instructor in our Criminal Justice Program, who has won the Jefferson Award. The Jefferson Award is a community service award given by Channel 5, CBS. Margaret will be featured during the Channel 5, 6:00 p.m. news tomorrow, February 8, and the 12:00 p.m. news on February 9. Margaret, you make us proud. Thanks for all you do for our students and Merritt College.
Filed under: Merritt College, Peralta News. Tagged: CBS, Channel 5, Criminal Justice Program, Jefferson Award, Margaret Dixon
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