Bristol Community College student Jamie Wasilowski has been elected the college’s
Student Trustee for the 2026 - 2027 term. Jamie resides in New Bedford, Mass. and is currently studying in the the business administration
transfer program.
Upon completing his degree at the college in Spring 2026, Jamie plans to continue
his education to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master’s
degree in industrial/organizational psychology, with the goal of opening a restaurant in New Bedford and serving as an adjunct professor
at Bristol Community College.
“Becoming Student Trustee officially recognizes and echoes much of the leadership
I've been developing and exhibiting throughout my time here at Bristol Community College,”
said Jamie Wasilowski, 2026 - 2027 Student Trustee, Bristol Community College. “This position appealed to me because it enables me to continue doing what I do
naturally for my peers while strengthening crucial leadership skills that transcend
into organization and community collaborations.”
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 Community College (Bristol) has core values rooted in student success and
lifelong learning. For more than 50 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource
for education and workforce development in the region including locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton and Online.
The college offers 117 career and transfer programs, along with flexible online
offerings that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate, or the ability
to transfer to baccalaureate colleges throughout the state and country. Bristol’s
Business Solutions & Partnerships provides customized training for businesses and
the community. Bristol's National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) is a state-of-the-art
training facility, offering globally recognized training and certifications for the
emerging offshore wind industry. The college also strives to put the needs of learners
first with support services and career advancement opportunities that lead to student
success by reducing barriers to educational access.
The college is one of the largest employers in the region and is dedicated to fostering
an inclusive environment with a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities
and lifestyles. Bristol is a public community college accredited by the New England
Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
