Bakersfield College Foundation and Alumni Association

BC campuses will be closed Monday, September 2, for the Labor Day holiday. Classes will not meet, and service offices will be closed. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, September 3, at 7:30AM.

📢ON SALE NOW: Join us on October 19 for the Bakersfield College Alumni BBQ, proudly presented by Harris BBQ! 🥩🍺🎶

You're invited for a day filled with delicious food, great entertainment, fantastic company, and a whole lot of Renegade pride! 🎉 Every meal purchase includes general admission to the BC homecoming football game! 🏈 Proceeds support the BC Alumni Association’s scholarships and student success. 🎓

Ticket 🎟 and event information can be found at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/alumnibbq/event/bcalumnibbq2024

Alumni BBQ - Homecoming Day 2024 The Bakersfield College Alumni BBQ, presented by Harris BBQ, is a fun-filled event before the Homecoming football game against Hancock College that will reconnect generations of alumni and members of our community, fostering connections and celebrating shared BC spirit. Enjoy mouthwatering tri-tip o...

🎉📚 Welcome back, Renegades! 📚🎉
It’s the first day of school at Bakersfield College, and we couldn’t be more excited to kick off a new semester with all of you! 🌟

Welcome Back Renegades!
BC is excited to welcome back students for the Fall 2024 semester. Weekend courses start Saturday, August 24th, and weekday courses start on Monday, August 26th. Check your course schedules to confirm your start dates and times.

📢LAST CALL! Today is the last day to get your early bird tickets for the Bakersfield College Alumni BBQ! 🎟️

Join us on Saturday, October 19th for mouthwatering food from Harris BBQ, great music, and fantastic company. 🥩🍺🎶
Every meal purchase includes general admission to the BC Homecoming football game! 🏈

Ticket & sponsorship information can be found at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/alumnibbq/event/bcalumnibbq2024/

Get ready to swing into action at the Back to BC Golf Tournament at Rio Bravo Country Club on October 18th! ⛳️ Join us for a day of golf and fun hosted by the BC Alumni Association, all while helping to raise funds for BC Football.🏈

Registration and sponsorship information can be found at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/backtobcgolftournament/event/backtobc2024golftournament/

In case you haven’t heard, big things are happening in BC Athletics this year. Go Gades!

📢ONE WEEK LEFT! Snag your early bird tickets for the Bakersfield College Alumni BBQ before August 20th! ⏰

Join us on Saturday, October 19th for mouthwatering food from Harris BBQ, great music, and fantastic company. 🥩🍺🎶
Every meal purchase includes general admission to the BC Homecoming football game! 🏈

Ticket & sponsorship information can be found at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/alumnibbq/event/bcalumnibbq2024/

August is National Make-A-Will Month — the perfect time to plan for your future and make a difference!
Consider including the Bakersfield College Foundation in your will to invest in our mission and support future generations. ✍🏼🌟
Check out our planned giving website for more planning tools and resources:

Bakersfield College Foundation - Planned Giving Home With gift planning, you can provide long-lasting support for the Bakersfield College Foundation while enjoying financial benefits for yourself.

In case you missed it, here is the obituary for Coach Bowser, including details about his memorial service. Many thanks to Coach's generous family who designated the Bakersfield College Athletics Red Shield Fund (through the BC Foundation) as the recommended way to honor him. Donation details are available at this link: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/bcathleticsredshield

Coach's Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/carl-gene-bowser-obituary?id=55754116

The Bakersfield College Alumni Association's board retreat was a success! 💥 We’re buzzing with excitement about the plans and goals we have lined up. Stay tuned for what’s coming!

If you haven't already, sign up for the BC Alumni Association for FREE and stay connected with your fellow Renegades: https://supportbc.org/join-the-alumni-assocation/

Get your early bird tickets now for the BC Alumni BBQ, presented by Harris BBQ! Buy before August 20th to snag the best prices: $35 or $20 based on your meal choice! 🥩🌭 Purchase tickets here https://secure.qgiv.com/for/alumnibbq/event/bcalumnibbq2024/

Join us on October 19th at Bakersfield College for a fun-filled day with delicious food, live entertainment, and a beer garden for guests 21+. Plus, every meal ticket includes admission to that evening’s Homecoming football game! 🏈📣

Proceeds support the BC Alumni Association’s scholarships and student success. 🎓

Remembering Carl Bowser, a cherished BC alumnus, legendary football coach, and dedicated athletic director whose impact resonates deeply within our community. Coach Bowser touched many lives, both on and off the field, and his contributions to Bakersfield College will forever be remembered. 🏈❤

Learn more about Coach Bowser and the legacy he leaves behind here: https://bakersfieldnow.com/sports/content/bakersfield-college-mourns-the-loss-of-legendary-coach-carl-bowser-dead-at-87

A special thank you to BC Archives for these amazing photos! ✨

Get ready to tee off at the Back to BC Golf Tournament, benefitting BC Football, on October 18th! Save the date for a day full of swings and smiles! ⛳ More details to come!

Happy 4th of July from BC Foundation!
We wish you a safe and joyous ! 🎇

Our office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, and regular office hours will resume on Monday, July 8th.

: Meet Mitchall Patel, Alum and Vice President of the BC Alumni Association! 🌟

Check out his journey in the latest issue of PANORAMA, where he shares his invaluable experiences and advice for current Renegades: https://supportbc.org/homepage/panorama-newsletter/june-2024/

Share your BC story: https://supportbc.org/tell-us-your-bc-story/
Sign up for the BC Alumni Association: https://supportbc.org/join-the-alumni-assocation/

Bakersfield College was thrilled to attend the Beautiful Bakersfield Awards, celebrating our nomination in the 'health' category for the BC Edible Education Garden. 🌱🥕🥦 Congratulations to all the well-deserved nominees and winners - making Bakersfield a more beautiful and better place! 🎉

Campuses will be closed Wednesday, 6/19/24, in commemoration and celebration of Juneteenth. Classes and offices will resume regular hours on Thursday, 6/20/24.

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the Bakersfield College Alumni BBQ presented by Harris BBQ on Saturday, October 19th! Get ready to enjoy some delicious BBQ, live music, vendors, and the BC Homecoming football game! Stay tuned for more details!🏈🥩🎉

Thank you, Bank of the Sierra, for investing in Bakersfield College!
This grant will further our ongoing efforts to enhance alumni engagement, cultivate a stronger sense of community, and provide resources for success among our past, current, and future students! 🙌🏼

We're thrilled to share some exciting news: two of our BC Automotive Program students have been awarded scholarships from the California New Car Dealers Association! 🚘🔧

Thank you to BC Foundation board member, John Pitre, for presenting these scholarship checks to our deserving students... and thank you to the Greater Bakersfield New Car Dealers Association for always supporting Bakersfield College, too!

The Bakersfield College Alumni Association had a fantastic time celebrating the 110th BC Commencement, warmly embracing over 1,600 new members into our alumni family! 🎉🎓

If you haven't already, don't forget to sign up for the BC Alumni Association! Link in bio 🔗

🎓 Join us for a momentous celebration! 🎉 Bakersfield College's 110th commencement ceremony is tonight and we're thrilled to announce that you can catch all the excitement LIVE on YouTube!
📅 Date: May 10, 2024 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM PST 🎥 Livestream Link: https://ow.ly/ylzY50RxFRG

BC's 110th Commencement is Friday night!!👨‍🎓👩‍🎓🎓
Come celebrate with us at 7:00PM in Memorial Stadium! We hope to see you there!
Congratulations graduates!!
Parking info and more: https://ow.ly/VMMR50RxviV

Last Friday overflowed with joy as students gathered at our scholarship celebration, eagerly picking up their scholarship medals and celebrating with their family and friends! 🎓🏅✨

Over 600 scholarships (and counting!) have been awarded, thanks to our generous donors! 🙌🏼

Bakersfield College takes pride in nurturing community partnerships, ensuring our students have endless opportunities to thrive! Thank you, Jim Burke Ford, for supporting BC students!

We are thrilled to announce the newest members of the Bakersfield College Alumni Association board! Join us in welcoming Matt Munoz, Janea' Benton, and Darryl Johnson as they will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success and growth of the BCAA. 🙌🏼

Women Educate, Women Endow, and Women Empower! ✨
Bakersfield College Foundation is proud to support the Women's and Girls' Fund!🌸

📢BC ALUMNI📢
Inspire our current and future students by sharing your BC story!
Haven't signed up for the BC Alumni Association yet? Sign up today to stay connected with the Renegade family - it's free!🗡😊
Follow this link: https://supportbc.org/alumni-association/