Interested in learning more?
Please complete the Society of Scholars Interest Form and a Society of Scholars representative will contact you.
IGNITE Scholars
The mission of IGNITE Scholars is to help you, a first-time college student, obtain an associate degree in two to three years and direct you to the right classes to transfer to a four-year college or university and possibly earn and AAT/AST degree. This innovative cohort program provides intensive support and early planning to help you succeed in college.
BCC’s Society of Scholars are cohort-based, meaning students take classes with the same group of students and move forward together to reach their educational goals. This enables students to have a support system within their peers, building relationships and connections with one another as they help each other succeed. This peer support is in addition to the support they also receive from BCC’s dedicated instructors and counselors who provide valuable support services such as individual counseling, tutoring, mentoring, and educational planning — all to ensure a successful transfer to jobs and/or a four-year university.
Society of Scholars Benefits
- Free books for core classes
- 2 years of free tuition
- CSU/UC application workshops
- Virtual Study Hall
- Collaborative learning in the classroom; a supportive community of peers, instructors, and counselors
- Access to Society of Scholars counselors
- Creation of a comprehensive student education plan (SEP) for transfer
- Priority registration
- Field trips, Conferences
- Guest speakers, interactive learning environment, and much more
Society of Scholars and Equity Model: Six Student Success Factors
- Directed: students have a goal and know how to achieve it
- Focused: students stay on track—keeping their eyes on the prize
- Nurtured: students feel somebody wants to help them to succeed
- Engaged: students actively participate in class and extracurricular activities
- Connected: students feel like they are part of the college community
- Valued: students’ skills, talents, abilities and experiences are recognized; they have opportunities to contribute on campus and feel their contributions are appreciated.
Society of Scholars Counselors
Interested in learning more?
Please complete the Society of Scholars Interest Form and a Society of Scholars representative will contact you.
BCC To Beyond: Career Readiness For Your Success
02/27 at 11:00am - 12:00pm |
Join us to learn how to get started on your career journey at BCC's Spring 2025 Career Workshop Series!
We are also offering WEEKLY Career Counseling Drop-ins every Thursday starting Feb. 6th located at the Computer Lab Room 126 during college hour 12:15-1:15pm.
Boombox: Informational Interviews
03/06 at 12:15pm - 01:15pm |
Learn about networking via informational interviews and get connected with a professional in your field of interest.
We are also offering WEEKLY Career Counseling Drop-ins every Thursday starting Feb. 6th located at the Computer Lab Room 126 during college hour 12:15-1:15pm.
Social Media Presence
03/20 at 12:15pm - 01:15pm |
How you present yourself on social media i.e. LinkedIn, Instagram, Tiktok, etc. can impact your job search process.
We are also offering WEEKLY Career Counseling Drop-ins every Thursday starting Feb. 6th located at the Computer Lab Room 126 during college hour 12:15-1:15pm.
Resume & Cover Letters
03/25 at 12:15pm - 01:15pm |
Learn tips, tools and strategies to create your prefect resume and cover letter.
We are also offering WEEKLY Career Counseling Drop-ins every Thursday starting Feb. 6th located at the Computer Lab Room 126 during college hour 12:15-1:15pm.
Mock Interview Prep
04/29 at 12:15pm - 01:15pm |
Join us to prepare for upcoming interviews and get more comfortable with the interview environment.
We are also offering WEEKLY Career Counseling Drop-ins every Thursday starting Feb. 6th located at the Computer Lab Room 126 during college hour 12:15-1:15pm.
Cash For College Workshop
02/19 at 06:00pm - 08:00pm | Atrium
Join us for a FREE Cash for College workshop! Get help with completing your financial aid application. If this is your first time filling out FAFSA or CADAA, please be sure to read the “Steps to be Prepared” below. Bring a parent/guardian to better assist you with the Parent/Guardian section.
STEPS TO BE PREPARED
- Bring Student & Parent Social Security #’s (and Alien Registration #;s if you are not a U.S Citizen).
- If student does not have either, they may be eligible for the CADAA and scholarships.
- Bring most recent 2023 Federal tax forms such as 1040, W-2, bank statements, etc. You will not have to reveal this information to anyone, but you will need it to complete the forms.
- If your family does not file taxes and/or receives public assistance, please bring those statements.
- To locate a FREE Tax Preparation Center in your neighborhood, visit www.earnitkeepitsaveit.org
- Cal-Grant GPA Release Form to your counselor ASAP. To check the status of your Cal-Grant, create an account at mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov
- Check college/university websites for special financial aid deadlines and forms (e.g Collegeboard’s CSS Profile).
See you there!
In collaboration with the East Bay Consortium, CLC, the Financial Aid office, and UCRC! Staff/faculty from these programs will be available during the workshop! Hablamos Español!
Cash For College Workshop
02/26 at 06:00pm - 08:00pm | Atrium
Join us for a FREE Cash for College workshop! Get help with completing your financial aid application. If this is your first time filling out FAFSA or CADAA, please be sure to read the “Steps to be Prepared” below. Bring a parent/guardian to better assist you with the Parent/Guardian section.
STEPS TO BE PREPARED
- Bring Student & Parent Social Security #’s (and Alien Registration #;s if you are not a U.S Citizen).
- If student does not have either, they may be eligible for the CADAA and scholarships.
- Bring most recent 2023 Federal tax forms such as 1040, W-2, bank statements, etc. You will not have to reveal this information to anyone, but you will need it to complete the forms.
- If your family does not file taxes and/or receives public assistance, please bring those statements.
- To locate a FREE Tax Preparation Center in your neighborhood, visit www.earnitkeepitsaveit.org
- Cal-Grant GPA Release Form to your counselor ASAP. To check the status of your Cal-Grant, create an account at mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov
- Check college/university websites for special financial aid deadlines and forms (e.g Collegeboard’s CSS Profile).
See you there!
In collaboration with the East Bay Consortium, CLC, the Financial Aid office, and UCRC! Staff/faculty from these programs will be available during the workshop! Hablamos Español!
Cash For College Workshop
02/26 at 06:00pm - 08:00pm | Zoom
Join us for a FREE Cash for College workshop! Get help with completing your financial aid application. If this is your first time filling out FAFSA or CADAA, please be sure to read the “Steps to be Prepared” below. Bring a parent/guardian to better assist you with the Parent/Guardian section.
STEPS TO BE PREPARED
- Bring Student & Parent Social Security #’s (and Alien Registration #;s if you are not a U.S Citizen).
- If student does not have either, they may be eligible for the CADAA and scholarships.
- Bring most recent 2023 Federal tax forms such as 1040, W-2, bank statements, etc. You will not have to reveal this information to anyone, but you will need it to complete the forms.
- If your family does not file taxes and/or receives public assistance, please bring those statements.
- To locate a FREE Tax Preparation Center in your neighborhood, visit www.earnitkeepitsaveit.org
- Cal-Grant GPA Release Form to your counselor ASAP. To check the status of your Cal-Grant, create an account at mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov
- Check college/university websites for special financial aid deadlines and forms (e.g Collegeboard’s CSS Profile).
See you there!
In collaboration with the East Bay Consortium, CLC, the Financial Aid office, and UCRC! Staff/faculty from these programs will be available during the workshop! Hablamos Español!
Umoja Day
02/25 at 12:20pm - 01:20pm | Atrium
THE BCC UMOJA LEARNING COMMUNITY INVITES YOU TO LEARN AND EXPERIENCE TRADITIONAL UMOJA PRACTICES. ENJOY FOOD, MUSIC, DANCING AND COMMUNITY. ALL ARE WELCOME!
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Black History Month
02/19 at 05:00pm - 07:00pm | Auditorium
Movie Night! - Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight (5:00pm in the BCC Auditorium)
Black History Month
02/26 at 12:20pm - 01:20pm | Atrium
Panel Discussion led by Three Young Black Professionals Reflecting on the Challenges They’ve Overcome and the Successes They’ve Celebrated Along Their Career Paths
Black History Month
02/28 at 12:20pm - 01:20pm | Atrium
Closing Ceremony and Student Showcase Featuring Spoken Word, Fashion Show, Music, Food, and Art