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Philip Jucaban brings bayanihan into counseling Laney students
For Jucaban, Filipino American History Month – which is celebrated annually in October – offers an opportunity for reflection with a "critical lens."
Dustin Chu, Staff Writer
• October 29, 2025
New CoA President wants to be a role model for students
Melanie Dixon recounts her childhood in Portland and her transformation through community college
Ivan Saravia, Staff Writer
• December 12, 2024
New ASLC President Builds Community
Frida Veliz wants campus and students to thrive
Gabriela Garcia, Staff Writer
• December 11, 2024
Multi-layered, highly decorated pastry chef Cheryl Lew brings culture and chemistry to Laney’s culinary department
Rym-Maya Kherbache, Staff Writer
• December 11, 2024
Who are Peralta’s student trustees?
BCC students Sophia Parmigiani and Pierce Byrne want to bridge gaps between Peralta colleges
Sam O’Neil, Staff Writer
• October 31, 2024
Q&A with Trustee Dyana Delfín Polk
Berkeley rep wants Peralta to 'explore additional revenue sources' to avoid cuts
The Citizen Staff
• October 17, 2024
Q&A with Trustee Nicky González Yuen
Longtime board member is hopeful about new administration: 'Things are actually just getting fun'
The Citizen Staff
• October 17, 2024
BCC’s new MESA director instills confidence in students
Armando Franco reflects on journey from first-generation college student to experienced mentor
Ivan Saravia, Staff Writer
• May 20, 2024
Carpentry instructor spruces up department
Matthew Wolpe found his passion for building in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Now he wants to inspire students
Rym-Maya Kherbache, Staff Writer
• April 24, 2024
Student Trustee Natasha Masand finds her voice
Isabelly Sabô Barbosa, Social Media Editor
• March 19, 2024
The humble Grammy-winning pianist leading CoA’s music program
Jazz professor Glen Pearson performs with legendary Count Basie Orchestra, which took home a Grammy this year
Desmond Meagley, Staff Writer
• March 4, 2024
Student Trustee Naomi Vasquez aims to lift voices and empower students at PCCD
Isabelly Sabô Barbosa, Social Media Editor
• February 28, 2024
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Four long-awaited construction projects commenced at Laney College on Tuesday.

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Over the summer, Bay Area medical centers and clinics Stanford Medical and Kaiser Permanente paused gender affirming surgeries for youth under 19 years old. Now, parents of transgender kids are facing some new, hard decisions. Some are even making plans to leave the Bay Area, which is known for its vibrant queer community.
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The board reviewed survey data results on food and housing insecurity among California community college students and approved multiple facilities projects at the meeting.
Erik Bracken, Staff Writer • October 29, 2025

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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

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