News and Events Archive

BCC Selects Project for Prestigious Space Flight Experiment

BCC has announced its project to be sent to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a microgravity research experiment. Read more!

Multi-medium Landscape Painting

Discover how to tap into your creative center while learning the basics of landscape painting. By your last session, you will have a unique self-expression art piece.

BCC Expands Food Security Support

BCC, in recognition of the steady need for food security assistance among its students, faculty and staff, has developed new partnerships and has secured additional funding for its support services in this area.

Bartending and Mixology

Understand the fundamental principles of mixology, bar organization and equipment. Learn to properly prepare and serve mixed drinks, cocktails and wines. Review the legal ramifications of serving laws.

Pittsfield Mayor Linda Tyer to Join BCC as Executive Director of Workforce Development and Community Education

Pittsfield Mayor Linda Tyer, who was elected to two terms as mayor before announcing she would not seek reelection, will begin her employment at the College in early February.

BCC Alumni Music Fest Draws 250 Attendees; Raises $3,000 in Scholarship Funding

The Music Fest raised funds for the Eleanore Velez Scholarship, which supports students who are ineligible for federal aid due to their citizenship status. Read more!

BCC Helps BCArc Provide Better Mouth Care Training

Two BCC faculty members recently offered "train the trainer" sessions at Berkshire County Arc highlighting the importance of oral hygiene in the population they serve. Read more!

Choke Saver Training Certification

Register to attend our next free Choke Saver class. Local businesses, such as restaurants that are required to have Choke Safe certified individuals on site, are encouraged to participate.

BCC Posts New CNA Course Dates

Read details about BCC's CNA course and 2024 course dates. To register, contact us at workforce@berkshirecc.edu or 413-236-2127.

BCC to Benefit from New MASSGrant Financial Aid Program

BCC is one of 15 community colleges across the Commonwealth that will benefit from a historic financial aid expansion recently approved by Governor Maura Healey's administration.