Society of Scholars

Transform Your Life!

The Society of Scholars can help ensure your college success!

Society of Scholars is a premier diverse, student-centered dedicated to academic excellence, collaboration, innovation and transformation. BCC’s Society of Scholars support the college mission by fostering collaboration with faculty to promote student success and empowering students both in and outside of the classroom. Society of Scholars offer essential support for students to ensure a smooth transition to college.

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Puente

Puente is a nationally recognized transfer readiness program sponsored by the University of California, serving thousands of Puentistas in middle schools, high schools, and community colleges across the state.

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Umoja

Provides an African-American learning experience for African-American students and others who would benefit from and appreciate learning from the African Diaspora viewpoint.

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API L.E.A.D.

The intent of API L.E.A.D. is to provide access and support to the diverse group of students that identify as Asian and Pacific Islander (API) and others who would appreciate and benefit from learning from the API perspective.

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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.

Interested in learning more?

Please complete the Society of Scholars Interest Form and a Society of Scholars representative will contact you.

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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.

LGBTQ+ Summit Watch Parties

04/15 at 12:00am - 04/17 |

To foster community and broaden access to the important discussions happening at the LGBTQ+ Summit, numerous organizations and college campuses are hosting watch parties.

These gatherings provide a space for individuals to connect with others, engage in dialogue and experience the summit together. For those interested in attending a watch party, a comprehensive list of locations and contact information is provided below.

Future in Virtual Production

03/26 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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Future in Virtual Production

04/09 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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Future in Virtual Production

04/22 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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Future in Virtual Production

05/07 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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Future in Virtual Production

05/19 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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Future in Virtual Production

06/05 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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Future in Virtual Production

06/10 at 01:00pm - 03:00pm | https://peralta-edu.zoom.us/j/8401165070?omn=87069863177

THE WORKSHOPS OFFER HELP TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, ENROLL IN COURSES, FINANCIAL AID, AND COUNSELING GUIDANCE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN VIRTUAL PRODUCTION!

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