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Virtual Express Enrollment

11/20/24 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Native Scholars Campus Stories

11/21/24 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Panorama Campus
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Artist Opening Reception: Yumiko Glover

11/21/24 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Panorama Campus
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Karaoke Night

11/21/24 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Panorama Campus
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Planetarium Presents: Moon Base-The Next Steps

11/21/24 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Panorama Campus
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Life after college is going to be as smooth as possible if I stick to my undying optimism.
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Don’t be afraid to ask questions, meet with your counselors, utilize the free tutoring resources, and always make sure you're filling out your FAFSA.
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Join a club, and if you don’t see one you like, make it! Clubs might not seem that important but the network of like-minded students and professors is indispensable, and the opportunities that come up because you’re in a club are endless!
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From important enrollment events and career workshops to club & sporting events - find out what's happening on our campus community and get involved.
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11/20/24

Performing Arts Presents “Transfiguration In The Circus”

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11/19/24

BC Hosting In-Person Rural Enrollment Events Through December

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11/14/24

BC Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

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Champion of Higher Education

Bakersfield College has been named a 2023 Champion of Higher Education by the Campaign for College Opportunity. The college received two awards: Excellence in Transfer and Equity Champion for Latinx Students.
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