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Peralta Community College District's only student-run publication.

The Citizen

Peralta Community College District's only student-run publication.

The Citizen

College of Alameda

The Peralta Community College District sign sits outside the district offices in the setting sun on May 12, 2026 in Oakland, CA.

40% of Peralta buildings are in “deficient” condition, according to update on Facilities Master Plan

The independent consultant report also reveals a large percentage of online students across the district.
Leo Premnath-Ray, Staff Writer May 13, 2026
According to the Division of the State Architect, 40% of all Peralta buildings are considered “deficient,” or the “strongest candidates” for renovation or replacement. The plan also found that a growing percentage of Peralta students are enrolled online.
A CoA counselor was told to cancel an unvetted “class” – then promoted a nearly identical one

A CoA counselor was told to cancel an unvetted “class” – then promoted a nearly identical one

The counselor distributed a flyer to students which advertises an off-campus training through a company that solicits a $50 fee and social security numbers from attendees.
Desmond Meagley, Editor in Chief October 29, 2025
The original “free class” to obtain a “security guard card” was promoted through a Sept. 22 CoA student services newsletter. An attached flyer for the event claimed attendees would receive a “certificate to become a security guard” after a one-hour training. The event was arranged by CoA counselor and Project Hope coordinator Robin “Bernard” Ward.
Peralta set to launch campus shuttle service in December

Peralta set to launch campus shuttle service in December

Students will be able to pay a one time fee per semester to travel from all four Peralta colleges
Dustin Chu, Staff Writer September 29, 2025
The shuttle bus program will start with limited service on Dec. 1, while full implementation will begin at the start of the 2026 Spring semester.
Mina Spasely, peer mentor for SALAAM learning community and nursing major at College of Alameda, poses in front of the sign for the college. SALAAM aims to uplift CoA students from Arab, Southwest Asian and North African diasporic communities.

SALAAM program helps immigrant women find confidence and careers at CoA

The program supplies students with materials, grants, food vouchers, and a safe community.
Romi Bales, Copy Editor September 19, 2025
College of Alameda’s SALAAM program is a learning community that aims to uplift Arab, Southwest Asian and North African students. Through SALAAM, CoA students in need can receive classroom materials, food vouchers, assistance with transportation costs, early access to class registration, and more.
Three candidates vie to lead CoA instruction

Three candidates vie to lead CoA instruction

As college faces budget challenges, candidates share strategies to boost enrollment
Stephon Autery, Staff Writer November 26, 2024
The selected candidate will be tasked with overseeing the college’s instructional programming and managing faculty tenure review processes.
Melanie Dixon appointed CoA President

Melanie Dixon appointed CoA President

After two years of acting appointments, the College of Alameda will finally fill the presidency with a permanent hire this summer
Ivan Saravia, Staff Writer May 23, 2024
A former Sacramento college president will soon take the helm at the College of Alameda.
The search for a permanent president of the College of Alameda is down to three candidates. William “Terry” Brown (left), Melanie Dixon (middle), and Rebecca “Becky” Opsata will respond to community questions at public forums on Thursday. (Photo courtesy: PCCD)

Finalists for CoA President unveiled

Community questions accepted until midnight tonight
Desmond Meagley, Staff Writer May 13, 2024

The Peralta Community College District (PCCD) has named three finalists in the search for a permanent College of Alameda (CoA) President. Public forums for the candidates are set for Thursday; the deadline...

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