2025 News Articles

resound drum bugle corps members in uniform
7/10/25

BC Hosts 8th Annual RESOUND at Memorial Stadium

On July 8th, Bakersfield College proudly hosted the 8th annual RESOUND: A Drum Corps International Tour Event at Memorial Stadium. With over 750 tickets sold and hundreds more participants in attendance, the event brought together an enthusiastic...
PC President Primavera Monarrez and Director of CE programs Nick Griffith
7/10/25

PC Jumpstart Program Inspires

Porterville College celebrated the culmination of its annual Summer Jumpstart Program, a four-week, project-based internship that gives motivated high school juniors a hands-on introduction to college-level coursework and in-demand careers.   This...
Jair Ramirez with BC students
7/8/25

Jair Ramirez's Life-Changing Research Experience

Porterville College student Jair Ramirez recently completed a 10-week intensive research project focused on sustainable energy, an experience he describes as "life-changing." As the sole PC student selected for the program, Jair joined a cohort of...
REACH helicopter lands at jump start program
7/7/25

REACH Lands at PC for Jumpstart Program

Thank you to our partners at REACH Air Medical Services for landing on campus today to give our PC Jump Start students an amazing first-hand look into the Air Ambulance Industry!     Here is a look at the day's event:     Read more...
PC students post with CREL administration
7/3/25

PC Students Partners with BC and CREL on Energy Project

Porterville College recently partnered with Bakersfield College, UCR CE-CERT, and the The California Renewable Energy Laboratory (CREL) on a 10-week Microgrid Data Dashboard Development Research Program.Through the project, students explored cost...
BC choir prepares to perform onstage
7/2/25

BC Choir Students Perform on International and Regional Stages

Bakersfield College’s voice students had the opportunity to participate in two major performances this summer, both locally and abroad. Several Voice Majors joined the 92-year-old Bakersfield Master Chorale on a performance tour of Ireland, singing...
Porterville college campus entrance
7/2/25

Upcoming Parking Lot Closures

The Administrative and Athletics parking lots will be temporarily closed for resurfacing starting July 7th.   Parking will still be available in the Jamison Stadium parking lot, however, due to the nature of this work and the equipment that will be...
Norman Levan
6/30/25

BC History Highlight: Dr. Norman Levan

Monday, June 30, 2025 By Deanna Rea There is an old saying that goes – a new record is only as good as the one it breaks. But Dr. Norman Levan would beg to differ. His generous multi-million-dollar contributions to Bakersfield College broke records,...
students post in front of PC library
6/30/25

Jump Start Program Begins on Campus

The Summer 2025 Session of the PC Jumpstart program began this week on the Porterville College Campus.   The Jump Start program is a four (4) week project-based internship program for current high school juniors that focuses on in-demand careers in...
attendees at tables for umoja celebration
6/25/25

Umoja Celebrates Decade of Unity, Culture and Academic Excellence at BC

This year, Bakersfield College proudly marked the 10th anniversary of the Umoja Community ASTEP (African American Success Through Excellence and Persistence) program with a vibrant gala that brought together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and...
Jessica Black
6/23/25

Faculty Spotlight: Jessica Black

By Deanna Rea Jessica Black began her journey at Bakersfield College in the Fall of 2022, taking on the role of Psychology Professor with an eagerness to share her enthusiasm and commitment to student success. Since then, she has expanded her...
Travis Endicott, Mayor, City of Ridgecrest Stephan Sanchez, Field Representative, Senator Shannon Grove Courtney Dunbar, District Director, Congressman Vince Fong Cody Criswell, District Director, Assemblyman Stan Ellis Sean Hancock, President, Cerro Coso Community College Chris Hill, General Manager, State Farm Insurance
6/18/25

Cerro Coso Honored with Beautification Award at 79th Annual Ridgecrest Chamber Community Awards

Cerro Coso Community College proudly accepted the Beautification Award at the 79th Annual Ridgecrest Chamber Community Awards held on June 13, 2025. This prestigious honor celebrates businesses, property owners, and organizations that have...