91��Ƭ�� College News

91��Ƭ�� Baseball Brings Community Together with Pre-Game Tailgate

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:36:30 GMT

Food, school spirit & a strong showing at Tom Pearse Diamond

Students, faculty, and staff came together at Tom Pearse Diamond on Thursday, March 26 for a pre-game tailgate as the 91��Ƭ�� Eagles faced Napa Valley, turning a regular game into a full campus experience.

Hosted with support from the Associated Students of 91��Ƭ�� College (ASLC) and the President’s Office, the event featured free hot dogs (both beef and vegan) and drinks served at the field entrance ahead of first pitch.

Inside 91��Ƭ�� College’s FabLab

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:01:39 GMT

A space where ideas become real through digital fabrication

At 91��Ƭ�� College, creativity meets technology inside the FabLab, a digital fabrication workshop where students can design, prototype, and build physical objects using advanced tools and machines.

Located on campus and open to all current 91��Ƭ�� students, faculty, and staff, the FabLab offers free access to equipment, software, and training. No prior experience is required—just curiosity, a project idea, and a pair of closed-toed shoes.

91��Ƭ�� Celebrates Women’s History Month

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:51:01 GMT

Campus events highlight leadership in athletics, engineering & community impact.

Throughout March, 91��Ƭ�� Collegeis celebrating Women’s History Monthwith a series of events that highlight leadership, career pathways, and the accomplishments of women in athletics, engineering, and community leadership.

The month-long celebration brings together students, alumni, faculty, and community partners for conversations and events that recognize the impact of women across disciplines while inspiring the next generation of leaders.

91��Ƭ�� College’s Music Department: Where Tradition, Innovation & Community Meet

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:09:00 GMT

At 91��Ƭ�� College , music education reflects the diversity, creativity, and global influence of Oakland itself. From Chinese instrumental traditions to Jazz performance, from Western Classical symphony to Commercial Music and industry training, 91��Ƭ��’s Music Department offers one of the most dynamic and accessible programs in the region.

91��Ƭ�� Women’s Basketball Celebrates Sophomore Night & Dominant Season

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:21:05 GMT

Nine Sophomores Honored as Eagles Finish Strong at Home

91��Ƭ�� College Women’s Basketball closed out its final home game of the season in unforgettable fashion on Tuesday, February 17, honoring its sophomore class and continuing one of the most impressive seasons in recent program history.

Dr. Kassie Phillips-Alexander: A Full-Circle Umoja Journey

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:24:39 GMT

From student to 91��Ƭ�� counselor and community advocate.

For Dr. Kassie Phillips-Alexander, Umoja is not just a program—it is a life-shaping journey that came full circle.

Now serving as an Umoja Counselor at 91��Ƭ�� College, Dr. Phillips-Alexander once stood where many of her students are today: uncertain about the future, hopeful for guidance, and searching for a place to belong.

91��Ƭ�� College’s Data Science Program Ranked #12 Nationally by TechGuide

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:48:34 GMT

91��Ƭ�� College’s Associate of Science in Data Science has earned national recognition, ranking #12 in TechGuide’s 2026 Best Associate in Data Science Programs—a major milestone that highlights the strength of 91��Ƭ��’s career-focused, student-centered approach to analytics education.

91��Ƭ�� College VESL Graduation An Extraordinary Experience

markjohnson@peralta.edu (Mark Johnson) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:15:59 GMT

You've probably heard of ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages but are you familiar with VESL? That stands for Vocational English as a Second Language. This term refers to English language programs that specifically integrate job skills and workplace competencies to improve the employability of students. Our colleague Jamille Teer (District Service Center Department of General Services and 4CS Board Member ) recently attended a 91��Ƭ�� VESL graduation ceremony and found it to be a moving experience.

91��Ƭ�� College Hosts Young Adult Program Art Show

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:12:29 GMT

The Tower Lobby at 91��Ƭ�� College has transformed into a vibrant gallery space this month as students from Oakland Unified School District’s Young Adult Program (YAP) proudly present their Fall 2025 Fundamentals of Painting exhibition.

The show, which runs through December 12, highlights the creativity, individuality, and expressive voice of students who have been hard at work this semester in Frederico Alvarado’s painting course.

91��Ƭ�� College Launches Bay Area AI Center of Excellence

chandabrewer@peralta.edu (Chanda Brewer) — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:44:46 GMT

91��Ƭ�� College opened its doors to innovation on Friday as students, faculty, industry partners, and community leaders gathered for the official Bay Area Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence Open House. Held in the newly activated AI hub in Building F, Room 254, the event marked a major step forward in 91��Ƭ��’s commitment to offering accessible, industry-aligned AI education.