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PEACE*LOVE*JOY FROM BERKELEY CITY COLLEGE

Holiday Meal Free to Students on November 25, 2019, 12:15-1:15p at Berkeley City College's Atrium! Thanks so much for the generosity of Berkeley Rotary for making this possible and #WeAreBCC Office of Campus Life, The Wellness Center, and Associated Students!

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We have a lot of fun events coming up! http://www.berkeleycitycollege.edu//Weekly-Newsletter-Nov- Listening Session for AB705... Hosted by the AB705 Workgroup and the Office of the President Tuesday, November 19th 12:15 1:15pm 5th Floor Student Lounge Students are invited to join faculty and staff in this open format discussion about the effects of the bill. BCC wants to know how the change has impacted you, and any other comments you may have regarding bill AB705. Watch Highway Hosted by the South Asian Student Union and the Muslim Student Association Tuesday, November 19th 4:30 7:30pm Auditorium All are welcome to come experience South Asian cinema. Highway follows the beautiful, adventurous, and liberating story of a young woman abducted by a common criminal the day before her wedding. Snacks and drinks provided starting at 4:30pm, and the movie will start promptly at 5pm. BCC Food Pantry Mondays from 12 3pm in the Atrium Wednesdays from 10am 1pm in the Wellness Center Ongoing food pantry open to all BCC students. Varying organic produce offered each week on Mondays from 12pm 3pm in the atrium. Nonperishable foods are offered in the Wellness Center every Wednesday from 10am 1pm. Students who feel the effects of food insecurity are strongly encouraged to partake, but all students are welcome. South Asian Culture Party Hosted by the South Asian Student Union and the Muslim Student Association November 27th, 2019 12:15 1:15pm Atrium Come check out the diversity of food, music, and activities found in different South Asian cultures. Guests will have the opportunity to get henna, try food from many countries, and experience the colorful attire worn by the different South Asian communities. You are encouraged to wear your culture’s attire, and all are welcome to enjoy the festivities. Holiday Meal Hosted by the Rotary Club of Berkeley, Office of Campus Life, the Wellness Center, and the ASBCC November 25th, 2019 12:15 1:15pm Atrium Everyone is welcome to come enjoy a free, hot meal provided in the atrium. Holiday foods will be served, including turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese, green bean casserole, and pumpkin pie!

I’m so proud of the work that Berkeley City College is doing for the Associate Degree for Transfer to the CSU! We were recognized again this year by the Campaign for College Opportunity ! #WeAreBcc

Great turnout this afternoon at Club Rush with some of BCC's Cultural Clubs! I saw many students signing up across all the tables. Thanks to ASBCC, Muslim Student Association, Black Student Union, South Asian Club, Japanese Culture Club, Latinx leadership and Culture Club, and Chinese Cultural Club! #WeAreBCC

These pics show the richness of the experience. Fantastic work Ezequiel.

It’s not too late to become a Peralta Scholar!!!!#wearebcc transforminglives

Check out our events! http://www.berkeleycitycollege.edu//Weekly-Newsletter-Nov- Info Panel: BCC to UC Berkeley... Hosted by the ASBCC and the Transfer Center Tuesday, November 12th 12:15 1:15pm Atrium Students are invited to come learn the best tips and tricks for transferring to UC Berkeley from BCC. Cal students will come and share their experiences and be available for answering questions about the transfer process. Food and drinks provided. Second Club Rush! Sponsored by the ASBCC Wednesday & Thursday, November 13th and 14th 12:15 1:15pm Atrium Exciting news: the ASBCC will be hosting another Club Rush. Cultural clubs will be presenting in the atrium on Wednesday. They will be discussing their clubs with students, and free food will be provided. On Thursday, all other clubs will present to students, and there will be free tacos available. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to come check out the clubs of BCC. Watch Slumdog Millionaire Hosted by the South Asian Student Union and the Muslim Student Association Friday, November 15th 4:30 7:30pm Auditorium All are welcome to come experience South Asian cinema! Slumdog Millionaire is a critically acclaimed and heavily awarded film filled with excitement, emotion, and vibrancy. Snacks and drinks provided starting at 4:30pm, and the movie will start promptly at 5pm. BCC Food Pantry Ongoing food pantry open to all BCC students. Varying organic produce offered each week on Mondays from 12pm 3pm in the atrium. Nonperishable foods are offered in the Wellness Center every Wednesday from 10am 1pm. Students who feel the effects of food insecurity are strongly encouraged to partake, but all students are welcome. Listening Session for AB705 Hosted by the AB705 Workgroup and the Office of the President Tuesday, November 19th 12:15 1:15pm 5th Floor Student Lounge Students are invited to join faculty and staff in this open format discussion about the effects of the bill. BCC wants to know how the change has impacted you, and any other comments you may have regarding AB705. Watch Highway Hosted by the South Asian Student Union and the Muslim Student Association Tuesday, November 19th 4:30 7:30pm Auditorium All are welcome to come experience South Asian cinema! Highway follows the beautiful, adventurous, and liberating story of a young woman abducted by a common criminal the day before her wedding. Snacks and drinks provided starting at 4:30pm, and the movie will start promptly at 5pm. South Asian Culture Party Hosted by the South Asian Student Union and the Muslim Student Association Wednesday, November 27th 12:15 1:15pm Atrium Come check out the diversity of food, music, and activities found in different South Asian cultures. Guests will have the opportunity to get henna, try food from many countries, and experience the colorful attire worn by the different South Asian communities. You are encouraged to wear your culture’s attire, and all are welcome to enjoy the festivities.

Join BCC's AB705 Student Listening Session! November 19, 2019, 12:15p-1:15p Student Lounge, 5th Floor Sponsored by the AB705 Workgroup and Office of the President

Hey BCC! Here is the weekly Campus Life newsletter for the week of Nov. 4th. http://www.berkeleycitycollege.edu//Campus-Life-Weekly-New ... Come check out our events! 2020 Election Candidate Discussion Hosted by Ignite to Civic Engagement Club Tuesday, November 5th 12:15pm 1:15pm 5th Floor Student Lounge This voting year is crucial! This is a discussion party covering all candidates up for the 2020 presidential elections. This is a non-partisan event discussing Democratic, Republican, and Independent candidates and their platforms. All are encouraged to stop by and learn about the candidates. Ongoing Events BCC Food Pantry Ongoing food pantry open to all BCC students. Varying organic produce offered each week on Mondays from 12pm 3pm in the Atrium. Nonperishables (canned and boxed foods) are offered in the Wellness Center on Wednesdays from 10am 1pm. Students who feel the effects of food insecurity are strongly encouraged to partake, but all students are welcome. Dia de los Muertos Hosted by The Latinx Collective Dia de los Muertos is a time for celebrating those we love who have passed, and honoring their memory. The Ofrenda (altar) will be up in the Atrium until Nov. 5th. Looking Ahead Second Club Rush! Sponsored by the ASBCC Wednesday, Nov 13th and Thursday, Nov. 14th Atrium Exciting news: the ASBCC will be hosting another Club Rush! Cultural clubs will be presenting in the Atrium on Wednesday. They will be discussing their clubs with students, and free food will be provided. On Thursday, all other clubs will present to students, and there will be free tacos available. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to come check out the clubs of BCC! Listening Session for AB705 Tuesday, November 19th 12:15pm 1:15pm Atrium Hosted by the AB705 Workgroup and the Office of the President Students are invited to join faculty and staff in this open format discussion about the effects of the bill. BCC wants to know how the change has impacted you, and any other comments you may have regarding AB705.

Congratulations Berkeley City College! According to the latest National Student Learning, Voting, and Engagement (NSLVE) report on Student Voting Rates for Berkeley City College, BCC’s student voting rate grew 23.8% from 2014 (35% vs. 68.6%). Our rate is higher than the average at other community colleges (37.4%), 4-year institutions (38.9%, and private institutions (39.2%).