Bergen Community College Unveils Inclusive Growth Strategy, Honors Founding Faculty Member

Overview: The Bergen Community College Board of Trustees recently held a poignant session, where they unveiled a comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion plan while paying tribute to a founding faculty member who recently passed away, Professor Morrow Marzaco.

Food Security Crisis Looms Large Over Bergen County Commissioners’ Meeting

Overview: As the Bergen County Board of Commissioners convened recently, one issue emerged as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the community: a burgeoning food security crisis. In their deliberations, the commissioners expressed deep concern over the escalating situation, the numbers of food-insecure individuals surpassing even those recorded during the pandemic peak.

Honoring the Past, Welcoming the Future: River Dell School Board Celebrates Milestones and Introduces New Leadership

Overview: The River Dell School Board convened to both honor long-standing employees and welcome incoming staff members. In an evening steeped in nostalgia and hope, the meeting marked several significant transitions in the district’s leadership and celebrated the dedicated service of its personnel.

School Board Meeting Focuses on Alleviating Traffic Congestion for Cherry Hill Students

Overview: In a recent River Edge School Board meeting, a pivotal discussion aimed at improving traffic conditions around Cherry Hill school unfolded, commanding the interest of both board members and the public. The meeting revolved primarily around a comprehensive plan put forth by traffic engineer, Mr. Lee Klein, aimed at reducing congestion during school drop-off and pick-up times.

Tensions Surface Over Faculty Contracts, STEM Funding at BCC

Overview: The most recent Board of Trustees meeting at Bergen Community College (BCC), held on May 9, 2023, brought to the forefront crucial issues surrounding faculty contracts and STEM program funding, casting a shadow over the institution’s significant achievements.