Bristol Community College to host first virtual Women of Color Family Night on Thursday, October 1, 2020
Join Bristol Community College for its first virtual Women of Color Family Night! This engaging Zoom event is to celebrate our region’s women of color and is open to everyone
who registers. We welcome current students, those thinking about going to college, families and
community members.
Join Bristol, Thursday, October 1, 2020, at 6:30 p.m., on the free Zoom video meeting
platform. Once registered, participants will receive an invite with the Zoom link
and information to join.
Please register online here
During the event, participants can learn more about how Bristol Community College
is supporting students of color, including dedicated mentorship programs. The event
will include a welcome from Bristol’s President Laura L. Douglas; a panel discussion
featuring women of color, moderated by Bristol Women’s Center Director Iva Brito;
as well as information on the college’s admissions and financial process. As an added
bonus, participants will be entered to win a free three-credit course just for attending!
For more information about Bristol’s first Women of Color Family Night, please visit http://www.bristolcc.edu/familynights.
Bristol Community College is grounded in core values centered on student success
and lifelong learning. For 60 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource for
education and workforce development in Massachusetts, with locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton, and online.
The college offers more than 100 career and transfer programs, along with flexible
online learning options that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate,
or transfer opportunities. It also provides Dual Enrollment and Early College programs,
English language instruction programs, and Adult Basic Education to support learners
at all stages. Bristol’s Economic and Workforce Solutions division is a regional leader
in workforce development, providing customized training for businesses and the community.
Bristol’s National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) delivers training in a state-of-the-art facility,
offering globally recognized instruction and certifications for offshore and onshore
wind energy, maritime industries, first responders, and related fields. The college
prioritizes student success through comprehensive support services and career advancement
opportunities that reduce barriers to educational access.
As one of the largest employers in the region, Bristol is committed to fostering
an inclusive environment that reflects a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages,
abilities, and lifestyles.
