Bristol Community College student Samuel Horton elected the college’s Student Trustee
for 2022-2023
Bristol Community College student Samuel Horton has been elected the college’s Student
Trustee for 2022-2023. Samuel resides in New Bedford, Mass., with his wife and two
children, and is currently studying mechanical engineering.
Upon completing his degree at the college in May 2023, Samuel plans to continue his
education at a four-year institution to pursue a career working with renewable energy
and solar farms.
“Making sure that students have what they need to succeed is my main priority,” said
Samuel Horton, 2022-2023 Student Trustee, Bristol Community College. “I like being engaged with the college community and the more engaged I am, the
more I succeed in my academics.”
Bristol’s Student Trustee is elected annually by their peers to serve as a student
representative and member of the Bristol Community College Board of Trustees. Bristol’s
Board of Trustees is made up of regional business and community leaders who work tirelessly
to ensure the college’s institutional initiatives remain at the highest level of quality.
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.
