Welcome Week Fall 2026
Welcome, Falcons! Start the semester, meet new people and get connected at BCC.
Need help?
Ask a Welcome Week greeter!
Sept. 8 – 11 and 14, 7:45 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Greeters will be in the front and back parking lots, One Stop Enrollment Center and
Connector
Stop by for directions, answers, a free back-to-school supply and a snack.
If you need special assistance for BCC's Welcome Week events, contact Student Engagement at studentengagement@berkshirecc.edu.
Welcome Week Events
Tuesday, Sept. 8
Snow Cone Factory Truck
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Quad
Cool off and create your own flavor combination.
Welcome to SGA Meet-and-Greet
2 – 3 p.m.
M317
Meet student government association members and learn how to get involved.
TRIO Welcome Back
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
F202
TRIO students are invited to reconnect with their coaches and check in for the semester.
Run Club: Road to the 5K
3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Paterson Lobby
Tuesdays and Fridays beginning Sept. 8.
3-on-3 Basketball
5:15 p.m.
Paterson Gym
Tuesdays beginning Sept. 8.
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Caution Loop Inflatable Course
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Lawn outside Melville
Race your friends, meet new people and enjoy some friendly competition.
TRIO Welcome Back
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
F202
TRIO students are invited to reconnect with their coaches and check in for the semester.
Monday, Sept. 14
Yoga
5 – 6 p.m.
Paterson Gym
Mondays beginning Sept. 14.
Tuesday, Sept. 15
Help Shape the Year
2 – 3 p.m.
M317
All students are invited to help plan activities and priorities for the year ahead.
Thursday, Sept. 17
Falcon Fest
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Walkway between Melville and the Connector
Enjoy a free BBQ, meet student clubs and organizations, explore campus resources and
connect with the BCC community. Free for BCC students, faculty and staff.
First BCC Volleyball Home Game
6 p.m.
Paterson Field House
Cheer on the Falcons as they take on Roxbury Community College!
Thursday, Sept. 24
Meet President Hara Charlier
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Connector
Stop by between classes to welcome BCC’s new president and enjoy pizza, beverages
and cookies.
Monday, Sept. 28
Introduction to Fitness
3 – 4 p.m.
Paterson Fitness Center
Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Sept. 28.