2026 News Articles

The recent energy on campus is unmistakable. From the first steam rising off a coffee cup in the Quad to "doodling" sessions accompanied by noodles in Pirates Cove, student life at Porterville College is back in full swing this spring. So far, this...

Cerro Coso recently welcomed back former international student Morgan Guiraud, whose return to campus offered a meaningful reminder of the lasting influence faculty mentorship can have on students. Morgan attended Cerro Coso in 2000, and while his...

Dreamscape Learn Lab Visits Porterville College   Imagine taking students to a space station to solve a crisis without ever leaving Porterville. That is the type of experience being offered by the Dreamscape Lab, a new mobile virtual reality unit...

The Bakersfield College Student Government Association invited students and staff to a discussion panel featuring BC President Dr. Stacey Pfluger, BCSGA President Khalfani Mackey, and other BC administrators. The event offered free pizza to all...

The Porterville College baseball team christened their new field last week with a 5-3 win over Rio Hondo on Friday, January 23rd. Louie Torres picked up the win for the Pirates, throwing six solid innings, giving up one run on three hits, while...

Porterville College’s very own Food Services Manager, Chef Joe Amaya, recently appeared on KGET-TV in Bakersfield to showcase delicious, heart-healthy cooking and discuss the principles of the Blue Zones Project.   During KGET's "Wellness Wednesday"...

While winter is still in full swing, spring has already arrived at Cerro Coso Community College. The Spring semester began on January 17 with increased enrollment—an encouraging sign not only for the college, but also for the communities it...

Bakersfield College was excited to welcome back students for the Spring 2026 semester. On the first day of classes, the BC Student Government Association and the Office of Student Life hosted the first ever Renegade Rally of Belonging. The event...

Porterville College officially welcomed students back to campus for the start of the Spring semester on Tuesday, January 20. While the week was cold and misty, that didn’t stop the Pirate spirit from shining through.   Despite the gloomy weather,...

The Porterville College Innovation Centers have a brand-new home for the Spring semester! You can now find the Business, Literacy, and STEM Innovation Centers conveniently located inside the LRC Building in the center of campus.   Where to Find...

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the opening of Bakersfield College’s Arvin Campus. The Arvin Educational Center, located at 1001 Varsity Road, has been an invaluable addition to the BC community, providing educational opportunities to...

On Friday, January 16th, the entire Porterville College team—faculty, staff, and administrators—came together for our bi-annual FLEX Day. This essential event is dedicated to professional development and training to ensure our campus is fully...