Student Belonging
Welcome, students!
About Student Belonging
BCC students and their identities are important pieces in our diverse and multicultural
community. Creating space and place for you to see yourself here and understand more
about those around you is important to us and our BCC mission. We welcome you to our
community and encourage you to find a sense of belonging in and outside of the classroom
through our clubs, programs, and upcoming events.
Are you interested in joining an affinity group or identity club? Learn more here:
Sign up to join one of these clubs at the Clubs and Organizations Fair on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 in the SBA Lounge from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Spring 2026 Semester Events
Celebrate Black History Month
Call and Response: National Freedom Day
Thursday, Feb. 1 – all month
One Stop and SBA Lounge
National Freedom Day is an annual memorial to the signing of the 13th Amendment by
President Abraham Lincoln in 1865. Stop by the SBA Lounge and/or One Stop to learn
more about this holiday and take a moment to reflect on what freedom means to you.
We will be collecting anonymous responses to the freedom prompt all month long.
Queer Student Association at Valentine’s Day Bazaar
Wednesday, Feb. 11
11 a.m – 1 p.m.
SBA Lounge
Join the Queer Student Association for gift-making activities as we celebrate that
"love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love, it cannot be killed
or swept aside" – Lin-Manuel Miranda
Cultural Cuisine: Black History Month
Thursday, Feb. 19
2 – 3 p.m.
BCC Culinary Kitchen
Explore how the preparation and sharing of food bring people together. This series
highlights how food plays a key role in preserving heritage and serving as an important
touchstone for individuals navigating multicultural landscapes. Join us as BCC student
chef, Ebony Lumford, teaches us how to prepare a special dish to celebrate Black History
Month.
*This event is co-sponsored by BCC's Campus Cupboard. Contact Meghan Donnelly, Essential
Needs Coordinator at mdonnelly@berkshirecc.edufor assistance with meeting food needs or additional support with other family services.
Heritage, Identity and Belonging
Learn about heritage, identity, and belonging through campus programs, community events
and curated resources.
2025 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates Hispanic culture and people from September 15th
to October 15th! What began as a week-long celebration in 1968 was expanded to a month
in 1988…
