Marissa Romeo, Reporter
September 25, 2024 • No Comments
Do you want a free coffee? Do you have any questions about your classes? Do you simply have concerns about your future at BC? You’re in luck! Along with the nice cup of...
Marissa Romeo, Reporter
September 25, 2024 • No Comments
On Monday Sept. 23, 2024, the medical program hosted the Health of Science. Western University with their Summer Health Professions Educations (SHPEP) and the Masters...
Joscelyn Martinez, Editor-in-chief
September 25, 2024 • No Comments
Bakersfield College hosted the public safety career expo on Sept. 18, From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the huddle area on panorama campus was home to multiple...
Emily Fletcher, Reporter
September 23, 2024 • No Comments
Lavender Pride had to two events on Sept. 18, including a clothing swap and a how to professionally dress. The clothing swap, which started three years ago, focused on providing...
September 18, 2024
BC kicks off with Hispanic Heritage
September 18, 2024
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the first event of the week on Sept.16. Where they honor the Hispanic culture and celebrate...
September 13, 2024
BC’s Department of College Safety (DCS) received a call from the Child Development Center (CDC) about an altercation transpiring...
Tiffiny Wright, Reporter
October 9, 2024 • No Comments
October is well known for being a scary month thanks to Halloween, but the scariest thing about October isn't the haunted houses or scary movies but instead, the flu season. Even...
Abigale Paz, Reporter
October 9, 2024 • No Comments
On Oct 2 Bakersfield College held a drag workshop in honor of Queer History month allowing students to learn the glitz and glam of all things drag. Whether it was makeup,...
Kelly Dimas, Reporter
October 2, 2024 • No Comments
The Office of Student Life hosted the “One Book Kick Off Event” in partner with Kern County Library's ‘The One Book Project’, which is an annual event that was founded...
Marissa Romero, Reporter
October 2, 2024 • No Comments
For those who have questions or concerns about the FAFSA application process or if you’re struggling to fill in information for the application the Financial Aid office...
Let’s create a piñata together!
October 2, 2024
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, Bakersfield College held a piñata decorating event on Sept. 30. This event was full...
Café y Consejería: sweet treats and sweet information
September 25, 2024
Do you want a free coffee? Do you have any questions about your classes? Do you simply have concerns about your future at BC?...
Ace Warren, Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 7, 2024 • No Comments
“Joker: Folie à Deux” is a film that has been the center of the community since its release last week. The film has received some of the most negative reviews of the...
Ace Warren, Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 25, 2024 • No Comments
2024 has been an amazing year for the film industry from big blockbusters like “Dune: Part Two” to smaller popular indie releases like “I Saw the TV Glow.” Though...
Ace Warren, Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 4, 2024 • No Comments
Have you ever felt like you were someone else, not in a sense that you are not you but there is more to you that you don’t understand or maybe even something you know but...
Abigale Paz, Reporter
October 9, 2024 • No Comments
California university and college ballot bowl is set to end in almost a month on Nov 8. The ballot bowl is a friendly competition that is held between high education universities and colleges that encourages students to vote to showcase the civic engagement efforts of the school. “Voting is crucial for students because it not only allows them to express their views on important issues but also sets a foundation for lifelong civic participation” Elise Miller director of legislative affairs for Bakersfield College Student Government association said. The ballot bowl encourages students to push to help their campus win the state title. 116+ community colleges, 23 CSU’s, 10 UC’s along with 80+AICCU’s across America are eligible to participate....
Emily Fletcher, Reporter
October 9, 2024 • No Comments
Students have increasingly received emails from scammers, which often have requests to click on suspicious links. These fraudulent individuals have existed for a significant amount of time, typically trying to exploit individuals for their financial gain. Scamming is most common with money and can be very detrimental to a student’s school life. Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) stated “ Schools and school districts should be aware of this immediate threat and take steps to ensure that employees are trained to recognize and report suspicious emails to the appropriate authorities through their organizational security incident reporting process. In the interim, schools and districts should reiterate their policies on the...
Marissa Romeo, Reporter
September 25, 2024 • No Comments
On Monday Sept. 23, 2024, the medical program hosted the Health of Science. Western University with their Summer Health Professions Educations (SHPEP) and the Masters of Science in Medical sciences (MSMS) programs are for students of first-generation medical students and who struggle with challenges in their lives as well. The program offers 80 financial grant spots for students to join and work with clinical workers. In the programs, students get to learn how to work with a medical team. The SHPEP programs offers teaching of optometry, physical therapy, dental, and medical. Former Pre-med club president from May 2022 to April 2024, Ritik Perez, had stated “Many schools like UCLA and CSUB are a part of this programs for pursuing...
Recent News Stories
September 25, 2024
The beer bill quickly gained attention this year as students and the community could purchase alcohol at the Bakersfield College Memorial Stadium for events. Public schools in California are usually not permitted to sell alcohol. The legislative counsel’s digest from Assembly Bill No. 2094 states,...
September 23, 2024
September Is National Suicide Prevention Month. Joining the movement can bring awareness to an issue that takes thousands of lives each year from our beloved communities. To the ones that are currently fighting silent battles against their own mind, and acknowledging the loved ones who have been personally...
September 23, 2024
Fentanyl is a dangerous medication that has rapidly created distress in multiple communities across the nation due to its high risk for addiction, dependence, and overdose rates. The availability for fentanyl is prescription needed and is classified as an opioid in the drug class. Pharmaceutical fentanyl...
Abigale Paz, Reporter
October 9, 2024 • No Comments
On Oct. 3, 2024, Bakersfield College performing arts department showcased “Hamlet” directed by Cody Ganger and Steph Hankinson. This performance following “Twelfth Night”...
The re-rise of Aaron Hernandez
October 7, 2024
Aaron Josef Hernandez was known for his football career but gained more attention when he was convicted...
“Heartstopper” is a showstopper
October 7, 2024
In April of 2022 “Heartstopper”, the graphic novel by Alice Oseman, released its first season of...
Sorry! “Joker: Folie à Deux” is actually great
October 7, 2024
“Joker: Folie à Deux” is a film that has been the center of the community since its release last...
Reina Garcia, Reporter
October 9, 2024
Bakersfield College took an unfortunate loss at their home game against the Canyon Cougars with a final score of 2-1 on Oct. 8. The game started strong 10 minutes into the...
Enya Flores, Reporter
October 7, 2024
BC Women’s soccer team took the win 5-0 in a Conference game against LA Valley Monarchs. The Renegades took on the LA Valley Monarchs Oct. 4 on a hot and sunny day. BC...
Esme Garcia, Reporter
October 7, 2024
Bakersfield College’s volleyball team won all three matches as they played against the West LA Wildcats on Wednesday, Oct 2 at 6 p.m. BC's starters in this match were Chloe...
Jacqueline Villatoro, News Editor
September 25, 2024
The Bakersfield College men's soccer team played a thrilling game against Fresno that ended in a 2-2 draw on a hot, dry afternoon on September 20. The game started and for...
Jacqueline Villatoro, News Editor
September 25, 2024
The Bakersfield College women's soccer team suffered a tough loss in their home game against Ventura College by a score of 5-1 amid a hot and dry afternoon on Sept. 20. The...
BC men’s soccer wins with a last minute comeback 3-2
September 11, 2024
BC falls just short in home opener
September 9, 2024
BC Women’s soccer wins 5-0 over Allan Hancock
September 4, 2024