Bristol Community College will host an engaging social justice forum, Anti-Semitism Past and Present, on Thursday, September 21, at 2 p.m. in room L101, on the college’s Fall River Campus, 777 Elsbree Street. The event is free and open to all.
The presentation, by Becca Levitt, Assistant Regional Director of the New England
Anti-Defamation League, will discuss the roots of Antisemitism, as well as how stereotypes
and misinformation are currently being used to perpetuate the rise of Anti-Semitism
seen in the U.S. today. The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer
opportunity. This event is co-sponsored by Bristol’s Multicultural Student Center and Holocaust and Genocide Center.
According to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), the number of Anti-Semitic incidents increased by 41% in 2022, from 2021 in Massachusetts.
This follows an increase in such incidents throughout the country.
For more information, please visit www.bristolcc.edu/socialjustice.
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.
