Dedan Choezom, ‘27-"I chose Bergen Community College because it provided both affordability and opportunity."
Vivian Nunez, ‘26-"Take a chance on your abilities, because no one will before you do."
Chelsea Valdez, ‘26-"Bergen was able to provide me with the space to create meaningful connections."
Alexie Kotfisz, ‘26-"Being valedictorian is an incredible honor to be able to represent others by showing my path and knowing there’s so many people who can feel the same struggles."
Jordan Bittan, ‘27-"I chose Bergen Community College for its strong academic foundation, supportive environment, and opportunities for meaningful involvement."
Fasih Ur Rehman Abbasi, ‘26-"When I came here, Bergen became much more than just a college for me. It became my second home."
Marcus Sanchez, ‘26-“Bergen provided me with a perfect time period where I could set aside the stresses of everyday life, and instead focus on preparing myself for the next stages of my life and career.”
Tiffany Agosto, ‘25-"The CDC staff didn’t just mentor me as a future educator, they supported me as a parent."
Amanda Sheehy, ‘24-“What I enjoyed most about the DSP program was I got to not only learn material in a classroom setting but it allowed us to go into the community and do an internship...”
Roy Hidalgo-Ruiz, ‘25-"Bergen Community College has all of the essentials one would need to succeed at a four-year school."
Franzen Angeleen Quicho, ‘25-“I chose Bergen Community College for its affordability and high-quality education."
Waad Sidahmed, ‘25-“I chose Bergen Community College because of the financial advantage it offered."
Chennelle Brown-"The connections and my determination have made me successful at Bergen Community College."
Bryant Gomez, ‘19-“I attended Bergen because I wanted to get the opportunity to explore my interests and figure out what it is that I want to do in my professional career."
Amirah Elayan, ‘20-"My time in the JKW School of Honors boosted my confidence as a student..."
Roman Stobnicki-“I chose the NJ Stars program at Bergen so I can give more time to focus on my studies...”
Hellen Hurtado-“Pursuing a major in aviation allows me to achieve my lifelong dream of becoming a pilot while embarking on a career path that continues to fuel my love for flight."
Karla Santamaria, ‘23-“...I fell in love with the campus and how everybody was so welcoming."
Sultan Kahloon, ‘22-"It is an educational crossroads where all things are possible."
Teresa Petrazzuolo, ‘22-"I saw my two older brothers go through Bergen and attend prestigious universities..."
Ryo Murao, ‘22-"Bergen had the resources for me to prepare to transfer to a four-year college."
Joshua Rota-Tebb-"I came to Bergen out of necessity, but stayed because of the people I met here."
Keanu Carbon, ‘18-"Bergen Community College gave me a new beginning..."
Hamza Chah, ‘21-"The JKW Honors program has helped prepare me for four-year university courses and enriched my learning experience at Bergen Community College..."
Laila Metwaly, ‘21-"The NJ STARS program and scholarship allowed me to fully focus on my education and academics at Bergen..."
Jenna Santacroce, ‘20-"NJ Stars enabled me to focus on my studies, extracurricular activities, and personal and professional development..."
Katie Conte, ‘22-"Bergen is more than an investment in knowledge, it is an investment in the future."
Dedan Choezom, ‘27 - "I chose Bergen Community College because it provided both affordability and opportunity."
Chelsea Valdez, ‘26 - "Bergen was able to provide me with the space to create meaningful connections."
Alexie Kotfisz, ‘26 - "Being valedictorian is an incredible honor to be able to represent others by showing my path and knowing there’s so many people who can feel the same struggles."
Jordan Bittan, ‘27 - "I chose Bergen Community College for its strong academic foundation, supportive environment, and opportunities for meaningful involvement."
Fasih Ur Rehman Abbasi, ‘26 - "When I came here, Bergen became much more than just a college for me. It became my second home."
Marcus Sanchez, ‘26 - “Bergen provided me with a perfect time period where I could set aside the stresses of everyday life, and instead focus on preparing myself for the next stages of my life and career.”
Tiffany Agosto, ‘25 - "The CDC staff didn’t just mentor me as a future educator, they supported me as a parent."
Sione Douglas, ‘26 - "My experience at Bergen Community College became one of the most meaningful experiences of my life, second only to motherhood."
Alizeh Hussain, ‘25 - "Taking on a leadership role was my way of giving back to this community and helping create a supportive environment for others."
Tugay Bozogluer, ‘25 - “I come from a country where soccer is like a religion, so I can confidently say that I love everything about the sport."
Manaal Muddassir, ‘25 - “I’m incredibly grateful to Bergen for providing a platform to grow and make meaningful contributions."
Giving Tuesday 2025 with Isabela Marina Pena Tavarez, ‘24 - “Donating to the Bergen Community College Foundation will broaden access to financial support for students, assisting and encouraging them to continue their education."
Amanda Sheehy, ‘24 - “What I enjoyed most about the DSP program was I got to not only learn material in a classroom setting but it allowed us to go into the community and do an internship...”
Roy Hidalgo-Ruiz, ‘25 - "Bergen Community College has all of the essentials one would need to succeed at a four-year school."
Franzen Angeleen Quicho, ‘25 - “I chose Bergen Community College for its affordability and high-quality education."
Waad Sidahmed, ‘25 - “I chose Bergen Community College because of the financial advantage it offered."
Chennelle Brown - "The connections and my determination have made me successful at Bergen Community College."
Giving Tuesday 2024 with Waad Sidahmed - "Donating to the Foundation will go a long way and foster a meaningful impact on the students at Bergen."
Bryant Gomez, ‘19 - “I attended Bergen because I wanted to get the opportunity to explore my interests and figure out what it is that I want to do in my professional career."
Roman Stobnicki - “I chose the NJ Stars program at Bergen so I can give more time to focus on my studies...”
Hellen Hurtado - “Pursuing a major in aviation allows me to achieve my lifelong dream of becoming a pilot while embarking on a career path that continues to fuel my love for flight."
Rhonda Stanbridge-Richardsen, ‘15 - “I never imagined that education could have such a transformative effect on one’s life."
Amanda Karpinski, ‘17 - “Throughout my academic and professional career, I constantly strive to be the best in all I do.”
Rebekah Dejesus, ‘23 - “I chose Bergen not only for the rave reviews I heard regarding the culinary program, but also the accessibility..."
Shiwa Yangzom, ‘24 - “By getting involved on campus, I have met professors, advisors, and peers who always support me..."
Teresa Petrazzuolo, ‘22 - "I saw my two older brothers go through Bergen and attend prestigious universities..."
Joshua Rota-Tebb - "I came to Bergen out of necessity, but stayed because of the people I met here."
Hamza Chah, ‘21 - "The JKW Honors program has helped prepare me for four-year university courses and enriched my learning experience at Bergen Community College..."
Laila Metwaly, ‘21 - "The NJ STARS program and scholarship allowed me to fully focus on my education and academics at Bergen..."
Jenna Santacroce, ‘20 - "NJ Stars enabled me to focus on my studies, extracurricular activities, and personal and professional development..."
Katie Conte, ‘22 - "Bergen is more than an investment in knowledge, it is an investment in the future."