Berkeley College Announces October Events

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, September 24, 2020
Contact: Ilene Greenfield
Director of Media Relations
201-207-6667
IGL@BerkeleyCollege.edu

 

   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES
OCTOBER EVENTS

October 7

In honor of Women Entrepreneurship 2020, Berkeley College will host a special virtual event that includes discussions with prominent leaders in business, government and media. “Change Leaders: Women Recalibrating the Future” is part of a global initiative to elevate the voices of women on key issues. The event, which runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., will focus on strategies for empowering women economically and politically, incubating the future of women entrepreneurs and other important issues. Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul, New York, will deliver the keynote address. Panel topics include:

Courageous Women Advocating for Equality and Justice
Empowering Businesses Beyond the Reopening
Reclaiming New York City – Bringing Back NYC’s Economy
Lunch and Learn with Career Coaches and Media Experts
All About You – Focus on Empowering Your Personal Brand

The audience will be comprised of students, faculty, business leaders and professionals. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. To register and for the latest speaker information, visit: http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/wew  For more information, contact Kelly Depsee, Director, Communications and External Relations, Berkeley College, at KME@BerkeleyCollege.edu


Berkeley College will host an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) webinar at 1 p.m. This is the only program of its kind in New Jersey. Learn about admissions requirements, support services and financial aid. Explore the program curriculum and hear from faculty members. For more information or to register for this free event, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 13

Berkeley College will host a Business virtual information session. Berkeley College professors will examine topics in leadership and motivation, such as how participants can inspire others to reach their full potential. The session, which begins at 6 p.m., is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 14

Berkeley College will host a Data Science virtual information session. Learn about the Business Data Science program which focuses on technologically advanced and rigorous data science and artificial intelligence curricula. Get firsthand insight from professionals in the field. The session, which begins at 6 p.m., is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 15

Berkeley College will host a Healthcare virtual information session. Professionals will discuss health and wellness, and talk about the training and skills needed to be successful in this field. The session, which begins at 6 p.m., is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 19

Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice/Legal Studies/National Security virtual information session. Are you interested in occupations in the American criminal justice system? Would you like to identify potential law-related careers? And in the area of national security, the growing need for trained, qualified professionals to address threats to safety spans both the public and private sectors. Get firsthand insight from professionals in these fields. The session, which begins at 6 p.m., is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 24

Berkeley College will host an Open House at 9 a.m. The virtual event is for high school seniors and adult students. Guests will have the opportunity to hear from staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information about this free event, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 28

Berkeley College will host an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) webinar at 6 p.m. This is the only program of its kind in New Jersey. Learn about admissions requirements, support services and financial aid. Explore the program curriculum and hear from faculty members. For more information or to register for this free event, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu

October 29

October is National Disability Employment Awareness month. In recognition, Berkeley College is holding a webinar on “Heroes in Need of Heroes and their Stories,” highlighting veterans with disabilities. The webinar runs from 2 to 4 p.m. and there is no cost to attend. A question-and-answer session will follow.

Webinar speakers from Berkeley College include Sharon McLennon-Wier, PhD, CRC, LMHC, Director of Disability Services; Edward Dennis, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; and Diane Recinos, EdD, Senior Vice President of Student Success.

Guest speakers include Elana Duffy and Earl Lundy, United States Army; Vanessa Hughes, United States Marine Corps and Firefighter; Matthew Sparks, United States Air Force and Army National Guard; Amanda Cherry, Iowa Army National Guard; and Gregory Sanchez, United States Marine Corps.

For more details or to register, contact Vincent Mas, Berkeley College Assistant to the Director of Disability Services, 914-694-1122, ext. 3168, vincent-mas@BerkeleyCollege.edu



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