Welcome to BCC

Academic Advising Center
(Field Administration Building, Room F-117)
The Academic Advising Center assists students with course selection, academic problems, and answers questions about student services.

Admissions Office
(Field Administration Building, Room F-114)
In addition to other services, the Admissions office provides information about BCC to prospective students and helps students throughout the admissions process.

Ext. 1630
Hours: 8am-4pm Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri.
8am-7pm Tues.

Assessment and Testing Center
(Koussevitzky Arts Center, Room K-213)
The Assessment and Testing Center, located off the small lobby that connects to Field Administration, administers the learning skills assessment required of most incoming BCC students. The center also serves as the Berkshire County test administration site for the GED, CLEP, and DANTES testing programs. Proctoring for distance learning course exams, as well as make-up exams for BCC courses, is also offered.

Ext. 1655/1656
Hours: 8am-4pm Mon.-Fri.

College Store
(Susan B. Anthony Student Center, Room A-102)
The college store primarily serves as an outlet for textbooks and materials needed for BCC day and evening classes, as well as for extension courses offered by other area colleges. Ext. 3065
Hours: 8am-4pm Mon.-Fri.

Computer Laboratory
(Field Administration Building, Room F-107)
Several computer laboratories are available to students in computer courses or courses requiring the use of computers. Lab technicians are available to help students. There is no fee for this service.

Ext. 2165
Fall & Spring Semester Hours:
8am-8pm Mon.-Thurs.
8am-4pm Fri.
9am-2pm Sat.
Closed holidays & semester breaks
Please call the computer lab for information on summer hours

Development Office
(Field Administration Building, Room F-213)
The office of Development administers fundraising activities, such as an annual campaign, in support of the college’s mission. The office also directs the publication of the BCC News, a periodic alumni newsletter.

Financial Aid Office
(Field Administration Building, Room F-122)
The office of Financial Aid provides (1) counseling about educational expenses and (2) assistance in obtaining aid from various funding sources.

Fitness Center
The Paterson Fitness Center is a fully equipped exercise and strength training facility. The center is open to BCC students, faculty and staff at no cost. The general public is charged a minimal fee. Paid exercise prescription programs are held several times a year.

Food Services
(Susan B. Anthony Student Center - Lower level)
The BCC Cafeteria provides nutritionally balanced meals with a varied menu.

Immunization Records
(Field Administration Center, room 206)

Ext. 1614
Hours: 9am-1pm Mon.-Fri.
By appointment after 1:00 pm

Jonathan Edwards Library
The Jonathan Edwards Library, which is open to the college community and the general public, provides appropriate information resources, services and equipment. The library also provides a pleasant environment for research, study, browsing, and other academic activities.

Ext. 2150
Hours:
Classes in Session:
8:00am-8pm Mon.-Thurs.
8:00am-4pm Fri.

Intersession:
8:00am-4pm Mon.-Fri.

Koussevitzky Art Gallery
(Theatre lobby near box office)
The Koussevitzky Art Gallery, which is open to the public, offers exhibits by professional artists from the United States and abroad. Several shows are mounted each semester. In addition, student artwork is exhibited in the Koussevitzky lobby throughout the year.

Language Laboratory
(Melivlle Hall, Room M-112)
The Language Laboratory is an important part of BCC language courses. Students visit the laboratory to listen and respond to language tapes, use computer assisted instruction and interactive videos, and to consult with their instructors.

LifeLong Learning Office
(Field Administration Building, Room F-126)
The office of LifeLong Learning develops, coordinates and implements the college's noncredit initiatives.

Math Laboratory
(Koussevitzky Arts Center, Room K-214)
The Math Laboratory, located on the south end of the building nearest the library, offers self-paced, individualized, math modules for students intimidated by regular mathematics courses and/or for students needing developmental work in math.

Ext. 4558
Open during the semester
Hours:
8am-2:15pm Mon. & Wed.
8am-2:45pm Tues. & Thurs.
8am-1pm Fri.
9am-12pm Sat.
Evening
5:30pm-8:30pm Mon., Tues., Thurs.

Media Center
(Koussevitzky Arts Center, Room K-210)
The Ahlin Media Center, located off the small lobby that connects to Field Administration, provides audiovisual and other services for the college.

Nature Trail
Located behind the Ralph Hoffmann Environmental Center is a nature trail that wanders through open fields and woodlands. Fifteen numbered posts along the trail indicate points of natural significance.

Norman Rockwell Early Childhood Center
(Susan B. Anthony Student Center - Lower level, Room A-G12)
The Norman Rockwell Early Childhood Center offers childcare services for the children of BCC students, faculty and staff.

Paterson Field House
The Paterson Field House (see campus map on page 6) maintains an Astroturf gymnasium and basketball court for indoor activities; as well as several athletic playing fields and a 5K cross-country course. Lockers are available for students who must provide their own locks. All facilities are open when their use does not interfere with college activities.

Project Connect Office
(Koussevitzky, Room K-213E)
The Project Connect office, located off the small lobby that connects to Field Administration, helps graduating seniors from Berkshire County high schools make the transition to BCC.

Project Link Office
(Hawthorne Hall, Room H-208A)
The Project Link office provides courses, advising and educational skills training to prepare GED and ESL students to enter BCC degree and certificate programs.

Ralph Hoffmann Environmental Center
The Ralph Hoffmann Environmental Center (see campus map on page 6) is the focal point for environmental programs and activities. Built in 1976, the center houses a lecture room, laboratories, seminar area, student lounge, and several work areas.

Local fresh water fishes and other aquatic species are on view in the center’s large aquarium. Also on display are student projects, plant and animal specimens, and other exhibits emphasizing the college’s commitment to natural resource conservation.

Registrar's Office
(Field Administration Building, Room F-111)
The primary responsibility of the Registrar’s office is to maintain official academic records for each past and present BCC student.

Ext. 2137
Hours:
When evening classes are in session
8 a.m.-8p.m. Mon.-Thurs.
8 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri.
When evening classes are not in session and between semesters, the office is open:
8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

Student Life Office
(Susan B. Anthony Student Center, Room A-118)
The office of Student Life is the center of student activity at BCC. The office helps to plan and administer a wealth of opportunities for social, cultural, recreational, and personal enjoyment and enrichment.

Student Development Center
(Susan B. Anthony Student Center, Room A-107)
The staff of the Student Development Center, located down the hall from the college bookstore, provides free career, transfer and personal counseling, as well as personal growth workshops and specialized support services for students.

Student Lounge
(Susan B. Anthony Student Center)
The Student Lounge is the central meeting place for students and their friends. It is the site of activities ranging from video movies, to live entertainment, to chess matches. Students also study and relax here, in an atmosphere that encourages full enjoyment of the social aspects of college life.

Service Learning Office

The office of Service Learning initiates and facilitates service-learning opportunities for BCC students related to their program of study.

Student Success Center
(Field Administration Building, Room F-117)
The Student Success Center is committed to helping students achieve academic success. Students are encouraged to visit the center either on a walk-in basis, or as a referral from an instructor.

Tutorial Center
(Koussevitzky Arts Center, Room K-214)
The Tutorial Center, located off the small lobby that connects to Field Administration, provides tutoring, study skills information, online tutorials, and a Writing Help Center.