What Is Compartiendo Esperanza? Lack of information surrounding mental health issues can prevent people in Hispanic/Latinx communities from getting the help and support they need. Compartiendo Esperanza is a three-part video series that explores the journey of mental wellness in Hispanic/Latinx communities...
Don't be the person who shows up to class when it was cancelled or postponed. Get all of your Bergen Community College information sent directly to your phone. All workshops will be 5 minutes or less and repeat throughout the hour...
Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment without interpretation or judgment. Practicing mindfulness involves breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and...
Make the Most of Tutoring Virtual Workshop Led by Kelli Hayes, Tutorial Supervisor Wednesday, September 29th from 12:30-1:30pm Join the WEBEX LINK at https://bergen.webex.com/meet/khayes In this workshop, students will: Learn how to sign up & make virtual appointments Find out about our...
Presented by Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare Please email Lisa Cepeda at [email protected] to register for each presentation. Please include your name, Bergen Community College email address, phone number and title of the presentation. Students will receive a Webex link the week of the...
Do the foods that you eat contribute to how you feel? Find out what to eat, and what not to eat, when to eat it, and how to use nutrition to improve your mental health. Discover the science behind food’s effect on...
During the month of October, stroll down the hallway by the bookstore to view and travel through this remarkable exhibition titled, "Landmarks and Landscapes of Latin America," displayed in the glass cases. This exhibition will feature beautiful images, facts, and information about...
Our Land, Our Stories: Excavating Subterranean Histories of Ringwood Mines and the Ramapough Lunaape Nation, coordinated/edited by Anita Bakshi. The Ramapough Lunaape Turtle Clan, have called Ringwood, New Jersey home for centuries. The surrounding landscape features iron mines, Native American rock shelters,...
Featuring Women of the Ramapough Lenape Nation, photographic portraits by Lisa Levart and installations drawn from the interactive exhibit, Our Land, Our Stories Excavating Subterranean Histories of Ringwood Mines and the Ramapough Lunaape Nation. The 24- panel pop-up exhibit will be set...
The Respectful Workshop is presented by Alexandria Lanzia, of Mountainside, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist, Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider, and National Certified Counselor. Alexandria has experience working with adolescents, adults, and families...
Looking for something to do on and off campus? Need to break out of your shell or sharpen your leadership potential? Our staff is here to guide you on getting the most out of your Bergen Experience! All workshops will be...
Oftentimes, it’s seen as a badge of honor to be able to function on very little sleep. And, if a night or two goes by without enough hours logged, it really isn’t a big deal. But chronic lack of sleep can lead...
Errors in thinking create more stress in our lives by“coloring” our experience to the extent that it seems more stressful and, at times, overwhelming. In this workshop, Prof. Giaimo will focus on how our thoughts affect our emotions and behaviors as well...
Inspiring hope through the power of commitment and being "all in," Gian Paul Gonzalez is a powerful speaker who uses vivid mental pictures and unforgettable analogies to convey timeless lessons for success and motivation. As a former NCAA First Team All-American, NBA...
Do the foods that you eat contribute to how you feel? Find out what to eat, and what not to eat, when to eat it, and how to use nutrition to improve your mental health. Discover the science behind food’s effect on...
This stress management workshop presented by Jessica Peacock will review the impact of stress on the mind, body and spirit. Participant takeaways will include coping skills and self care strategies to address themes of emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Have you felt unheard on campus? The Student Government Association serves as a link between the student body and the college administration, and oversees the administrative aspects of student clubs and organizations. Come hear what we can do for you! All...
For Native Americans, the shared music and dances in a specific type of intertribal social space—the powwow—provide opportunities for culturally diverse peoples to negotiate differences and create “sounding communities.” In this session, John-Carlos Perea of UC Berkeley and San Francisco State University...
Submit your school appropriate Halloween costume photo for the SAB Instagram Costume Contest for a chance to win prizes! The photo must follow the Bergen's Code of Conduct and you must follow Student Government's Instagram page ! Submit your photo through...
Submit your Jack O Lantern Photos for a chance to win prizes! The photo must follow the Bergen's Code of Conduct and you must follow Student Life's Instagram page! Submit your photo through direct message to Student Life's Instagram page @bergenslc...
Join the Active Minds Club to hear keynote speaker, Emerald May Rubio, a Filipina American community therapist and activist, discuss decolonizing mental health, mental healthcare accessibility, and the pursuit for racial justice in community healing.
Webex (RSVP required) QPR Workshop Question, Persuade, Refer: Learn how to properly support someone who is undergoing a mental health emergency! Sponsored by the Health, Wellness, & Personal Counseling Department at Bergen.
Having trouble in one of your classes? The award winning Cerullo Learning Assistance Center is here to offer you the academic support you are looking for. All workshops will be 5 minutes or less and repeat throughout the hour outside of...
Webex (RSVP required) Mental Healthcare Teach-In Live your healthiest life at BCC! Learn the fundamentals of mental healthcare with BCC alumna Anna Maitland and engage with us in discussions about healthcare accessibility and affordability!
The Leadership Lunch Series, held once a month on Thursdays, is a leadership training experience facilitated by faculty, staff and student leaders. Participants will learn about leadership styles, team building, working with diverse populations and more. A gourmet lunch experience will be...
Join us in room C-313 for an opportunity to speak candidly about mental health in a safe and accepting environment, with personal counselors present to offer their empathetic, professional insight. Light refreshments will be available. Proof of vaccination required.
As a community extension of its campus-wide read of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ acclaimed book Between the World and Me, Bergen Community College is offering online book discussions on the work on October 21st and November 17th in conjunction with Englewood Public Library, located...
Luncheon! Collaboration with PTK and Honors Monster Mash-Up Party @3:30-5:30 PM (In-person location: BCC outside patio) Join us in our culminating event to celebrate the chapter's hard work and full week of programming! Food and drinks will be available.
As part of the Common Read project, Bergen Community College professors Dr. Kil Yi and Dr. Mina Ahn will lead the "Between the World and Me" reading group on Saturday, October 23rd at 2:00pm at the Korean Community Center located at 100...
A film by Myles Aronowitz with a special panel discussion with women of the Ramapough Lunaape Nation discussing issues of identity and survival facing them as First Nation women living in one of the longest settled regions of the US. Live, in-person...
Mariam Atash, a licensed attorney with experience in the legal, business, government relations/diplomacy, media and nonprofit sectors, is Managing Attorney of Prime Counsel, PLLC in the United States, a law firm providing services in immigration, government contracting, international business, and small business...
Dr. Kil J. Yi, a professor of history and geography, teaches Western Civilization, American History and World Geography. He received B.S. and M.A. degrees from the State University of New York at Albany, and Ph.D. degree from Rutgers, the State University of...
Celebrate Halloween before the weekend. Stop by the Student Leadership Commons. Say Trick or Treat in exchange for a piece of Candy! Candy will be provided by the Student Activities Board.
The Job Fair is hosted by the Career and Workforce Development Center at Bergen Community College. Employers, such as Hackensack Meridian Health, the U.S. Navy, and the NJ Department of Corrections will be in attendance. Use the link below to view the...
Attend a virtual Webex lecture with Holocaust Survivor, Fran Malkin, on Thursday, November 4th at 11am – 12 pm. Fran Malkin was born in Sokal, Poland in 1938. In 1939, Russia occupied her town. Under Communist rule, her family’s properties were taken away...
The Wolves By Sarah DeLappe Directed by Prof. Leigh Jonaitis From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, a girls indoor soccer team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors....
The Wolves By Sarah DeLappe Directed by Prof. Leigh Jonaitis From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, a girls indoor soccer team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors....
The Wolves By Sarah DeLappe Directed by Prof. Leigh Jonaitis From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, a girls indoor soccer team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors....
Bergen is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs and activities. Accommodation requests related to disability should be made to [email protected].