2025 News Articles

Kern CCD administrators and community dignitaries pose in front of the Dreamscape Learn trailer.
12/4/25

Kern Community College District Launches Mobile VR Classroom to Expand Access to STEM for All Students

Today, The Kern Community College District (KCCD) announced an innovative partnership with Dreamscape Learn to launch their first mobile immersive learning classroom in higher education. This mobile unit will bring Dreamscape Learn’s advanced...
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11/26/25

BC Celebrates Fall Holiday Season with Friendsgiving and Turkey Giveaway

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 Bakersfield College Foundation,...
A forestry fire team in the field
11/24/25

Join Cerro Coso and the ESSBRC for a Recreation, Fire, and Forestry Careers Info Session

Cerro Coso Community College, in partnership with the Eastern Sierra Small Business Resource Center (ESSBRC), invites community members, employers, and prospective students to attend an upcoming Recreation, Fire, and Forestry Careers Info Session...
speakers at the podium and stage at vet fest
11/21/25

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

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 veterans of all eras. With...
kccd chancellor speaks at podium at reception
11/21/25

Community Gathers to Celebrate "Start Small, Go Big" Vision at Reception for President Monarrez

On Wednesday evening, November 19, the Porterville College community, along with the Kern Community College District (KCCD) Chancellor and Board of Trustees, and nearly 200 attendees gathered at the SAGE Building to honor Primavera Monarrez as the...
Primavera Monarrez
11/20/25

Primavera Monarrez Named 10th President of Porterville College

After a nationwide search and competitive process, the Kern Community College District (KernCCD) is proud to announce the selection of Primavera Monarrez as the next President of Porterville College. Ms. Monarrez most recently served as the...
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11/18/25

BC Hosts a Series of Native American Discussion Panels

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 together past and current BC...
pc calworks luncheon
11/17/25

PC CARE/CalWORKs Hosts Luncheon / Holiday De-Stressing Event

To honor the dedication of their students, the CARE and CalWORKs programs hosted a celebratory luncheon this week in the SCCR. The gathering combined recognition of student achievements with a hands-on painting workshop aimed at holiday stress...
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11/17/25

Natalie Bernabe, Lizbeth Ramirez-Ramos named Student-Athletes of the Month for October

Porterville College Athletics has named women's soccer goalkeeper Natalie Bernabe and women's cross country standout Lizbeth Ramirez-Ramos its Student-Athletes of the Month for October.Natalie Bernabe – Women's SoccerNatalie, a freshman from Summit...
members of rodeo team ride horses in arena
11/13/25

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

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 event over the weekend,...
pc students in veterans parade
11/12/25

PC Band Marches in Veterans Parade: A Community Effort!

The Porterville College Band returned to the Porterville Veterans Day Parade this year after a long absence, delivering a spectacular performance thanks to a fantastic collaborative effort between the Music Department, the Art Department, and the...
pc students at crel
11/11/25

PC Students Lead the Way at Inaugural CREL Fall Forum, Shaping California’s Clean Energy Future

On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the California Renewable Energy Laboratory (CREL) hosted its inaugural Fall Forum at the Bakersfield College Renegade Event Center. This pivotal event brought together leaders from community colleges, industry,...