September, 2024
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
International Students - F -1 Visa Interview and Border Preparation Workshop
Join BHCC International Center Director Doni Casula to learn about how to prepare for your F-1 visa interview and get across the border!
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Visit with Bridgewater State University
Transfer 102 - Applying and Deciding
(Recommended for students with 30-60 credits and who have attended the Transfer 101 Workshop)
Are you getting close to graduating? This workshop will focus on the final two stages of transferring: Applying and Deciding. Topics that will be covered include: applying to four-year colleges and making informed decisions on which colleges to attend, requesting letters of recommendations, writing your transfer essays, and using the Common Application.
AANAPISI Proud Welcome Day
General Admissions Virtual Information Session
Want to learn more about what BHCC has to offer? Join our admissions staff for weekly Admissions Information sessions to answer your questions about our Associates and Certificate programs and more!
Visit with University of Mass Boston
Friday, September 20, 2024
TOEFL Study Groups with Todd Hannig (Virtual)
Remote TOEFL study group meetings will be conducted in Todd Hannig's Webex room: https://bhcc.webex.com/meet/thannig
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Virtual Career Advising 101 - Career Exploration
This workshop will focus on starting the career exploration process. Students will receive an overview of the career exploration process and complete a Career Coach assessment.
Women’s Volleyball vs Bristol & CCRI (TRI-MATCH)
Monday, September 23, 2024
Transfer 101 - Preparing and Exploring
(Recommended for students with 0-30 credits)
This workshop will focus on the first two stages of transferring: Preparing and Exploring. Students will receive an overview of statewide transfer programs and incentives, how to transfer credits, searching for colleges, and other resources to clarify the transfer process.
Recommended for students who are learning about transferring for the first time. Its never too early to begin thinking about transfer!
Virtual Internships Workshop: Answering Frequently Asked Questions
Virtual Internships Workshop: Answering Frequently Asked Questions
Meet with the Internships and Career Development team to learn about internship opportunities available to BHCC students. We'll answer frequently asked questions about Academic Internships and the Learn and Earn Internship program. If you are considering an internship this year, this is a great workshop to attend! Register for this event on Handshake:
Virtual Selective College Info Session | Williams College
Admissions information session with Williams College.
Williams College is a private, residential, and liberal arts institution. The undergraduate enrollment is approximately 2,000 students.
Williams is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students, including those who are undocumented or have DACA status.
This means that if you qualify based on your financial situation, Williams will cover your entire tuition and expenses, effectively providing you with a full scholarship.
Ranked #1 In National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #1 in Best Value Schools.
Join the Nursing Department and Admissions & Recruitment staff to learn about the Admissions application process, application requirements, course work, labs and clinical information for Bunker Hill Community College's Registered Nursing Associate Degree Program.
*This is a mandatory information session for students applying to the program for the current application cycle
Selective College Info Session | Tufts University REAL Program
Admissions information session with the Tufts University REAL Program.
The REAL Program provides a full-time Tufts undergraduate education for adults seeking a Bachelor's degree. The program is intended for students who are 24 years of age or older, parents, married, veterans, or currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Tufts is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students, including those who are undocumented or have DACA status.
This means that if you qualify based on your financial situation, Tufts will cover your entire tuition and expenses, effectively providing you with a full scholarship.
However, it's important to note that, at this time, international students are not eligible for need-based financial aid at Tufts. We encourage international applicants to explore other funding opportunities and scholarships that may be available to support their education.
Ranked #40 in colleges overall in the U.S.
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Visit with University of Mass Amherst
Visit with Suffolk University
Career Poster Presentation with Haley & Aldrich
Internships and Career Development, with employer partner Haley & Aldrich, will host several Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) employers on campus for a poster session. Students are encouraged to connect with employers to learn about their role in the AEC industry and ask questions about careers in the field.
Employers will be located in the Student Central Lobby (B Lobby) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food will be provided while supplies last.
TOEFL Study Groups with Todd Hannig (In-Person)
TOEFL study group meetings
Virtual Networking Tips and LinkedIn Workshop
Meet with the Internships and Career Development team to learn how to update your LinkedIn profile and tips and tricks on using the platform to connect with employers and internship/job opportunities. We'll share examples of LinkedIn profiles and answer questions about reaching out to new contacts and how to grow your network while at BHCC and beyond. Register on Handshake to receive the WebEx link
Selective College Info Session | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Admissions information session with MIT.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a world-renowned institution recognized for its leadership in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, as well as in disciplines such as social sciences and humanities. Renowned for its competitive admissions process, MIT has consistently welcomed a small, select group of graduates from BHCC each year.
MIT is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students, including those who are undocumented, have DACA status, and international students.
This means that if you qualify based on your financial situation, MIT will cover your entire tuition and expenses, effectively providing you with a full scholarship.
Ranked #2 in colleges overall in the U.S.
Ranked #3 in the world.
Money! Money! Money! Workshop: Improving Credit Scores
Money! Money! Money! Workshop: Improving Credit Scores
Presenter: Professor Wissal Nouchrif
Students who register and arrive on time will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $25 Stop and Shop gift card. Space is limited! Visit TRIO (N-217) or Single Stop (N-113) to register. Questions? Email singlestop@bhcc.edu
Hosted by TRIO Student Support Services, Single Stop, and the DISH Food Pantry.
Virtual Selective College Info Session | Amherst College
Admissions information session with Amherst College.
Amherst demonstrates steadfast confidence in the value of the liberal arts and the importance of critical thinking. Small classes, an open curriculum and a singular focus on undergraduate education ensure that leading scholars engage daily with talented, curious students, equipping them for leadership in an increasingly global and complex world.
Amherst is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students, including those who are undocumented, have DACA status, and international students.
This means that if you qualify based on your financial situation, Amherst will cover your entire tuition and expenses, effectively providing you with a full scholarship.
Ranked #2 In National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #2 in Best Value Schools
Transfer Essay Workshops
The essay is a critical part of the four-year college application. It is an opportunity for you to personalize your application beyond the grades and other information you have provided. Join BHCC staff to discuss ways to craft your best college essay!
The Women’s Justice Roundtable at BHCC with Robin M. Chandler, Ph.D.
Please join Bunker Hill Community College’s next Women’s Justice Roundtable with featured speaker, Dr. Charlotte Dunham, Texas women’s activist and Dr. Robin M. Chandler, host of the WJR, for a timely and informative discussion on the topic of women’s rights and political engagement.
Q & A to follow the discussion.
- Welcome Denise Turner, Manager, Office of College Events and Cultural Planning, BHCC
- Speaker Dr. Charlotte Dunham, Former Director of Women’s and Gender Studies at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
- Facilitator Robin M. Chandler, Ph.D. Founder R M Chandler Consultants LLC, a Media, Publishing and Consulting Firm
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Last day for adjusting schedule (add/drop) – 9/23 Late Start classes
Visit with Lesley University
Visit with Boston College - Woods College
Selective College Info Session | Columbia University
Admissions information session with the School of General Studies of Columbia University.
The School of General Studies of Columbia University is a liberal arts college in created specifically for returning and nontraditional students seeking a rigorous, traditional, Ivy League undergraduate degree full or part time.
The typical/average annual scholarship to Columbia GS is $25,000 (this is around the amount a student can expect), and some receive scholarships higher than this, up to $35,000 a year
ICD Info Sessions and Workshop Series: Resume Workshop
This workshop will provide you with the tools to create compelling application materials that stand out to employers. If you have one already, bring your resume for personalized feedback from the Internship and Career Development team. Register for this event on Handshake
Paying for Four-Year Colleges
This workshop is designed for students who want to apply for scholarships or understand how to fund your degree. It is recommended for students who are planning or have already applied to a four-year institution, but is not required.
MAMI – A Film Dedication
Join the BHCC community for a premiere screening of MAMI, a film dedicated to our elderly and especially to our Latina mothers who are affected by the phenomenon of emigration. It is a poem to alert us how important it is to be close to our loved ones. Because the consequences can be very sad …
A meet & greet with the award-winning Film’s Director, Writer, Producer and Photographer Oldren Romero
Refreshments will be served.
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Visit with University of Mass Boston
Selective College Info Session | Boston University
Admissions information session with Boston University.
Boston University (BU) is no small operation. With over 37,000 students from 140 countries, over 10,000 faculty and staff, 17 schools and colleges and the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, and more than 300 programs of study, their three campuses are always humming, always in high gear.
BU is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students who qualify.
This means that if you qualify based on your financial situation, BU will cover your entire tuition and expenses, effectively providing you with a full scholarship.
However, it's important to note that, at this time, students who are undocumented, have DACA status, and international students are not eligible for need-based financial aid at BU. We encourage international applicants to explore other funding opportunities and scholarships that may be available to support their education.
Ranked #43 in colleges overall in the U.S.
Virtual Selective College Info Session | Smith College
Admissions information session with Smith College.
Smith College is a womxn’s institution leading distinguished liberal arts committed to providing the highest quality undergraduate education for womxn to enable them to develop their intellects and talents and to participate effectively and fully in society.
Smith is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students, including those who are undocumented, have DACA status, and international students.
This means that if you qualify based on your financial situation, Amherst will cover your entire tuition and expenses, effectively providing you with a full scholarship.
Ranked #16 in National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #12 in Best Value Schools
UML Joint Admissions Information Session (Virtual)
Interested in attending BHCC and then UMASS Lowell? Come learn about our Joint Admissions program. A representative from BHCC and from UML will be present and able to answer all of your transfer questions.
General Admissions Virtual Information Session
Want to learn more about what BHCC has to offer? Join our admissions staff for weekly Admissions Information sessions to answer your questions about our Associates and Certificate programs and more!
Friday, September 27, 2024
Last day to register for CSDL classes
TOEFL Study Groups with Todd Hannig (Virtual)
Remote TOEFL study group meetings will be conducted in Todd Hannig's Webex room: https://bhcc.webex.com/meet/thannig
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Women’s Volleyball @ Mass Bay w/ Quinsigamond (TRI-MATCH)
At Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park on The Greenway (near Chinatown Gate) unless otherwise noted. Visit website: paoartscenter.org/events/experiencechinatown2024
Sunday, September 29, 2024
Monday, September 30, 2024
Visit with University of Mass Lowell
Visit with Framingham State University
Transfer 101 - Preparing and Exploring
(Recommended for students with 0-30 credits)
This workshop will focus on the first two stages of transferring: Preparing and Exploring. Students will receive an overview of statewide transfer programs and incentives, how to transfer credits, searching for colleges, and other resources to clarify the transfer process.
Recommended for students who are learning about transferring for the first time. Its never too early to begin thinking about transfer!
Selective College Week Debrief with Students
This final event during Selective College Week offers an opportunity for reflection on what you have learned. If you attended the events throughout the week, you probably have questions or have gained valuable new information. How can you enhance your competitiveness and improve your chances of acceptance? Are these the types of colleges you wish to pursue? What other steps can you take now? Join a transfer advisor and your peers for an informal debrief session to discuss your insights from college visits and events, and to begin outlining action steps to enhance your competitiveness for selective colleges.