• Thank You Scholarship Luncheon Attendees • Secure Your Commemorative Brick or Bench • Thank You for Celebrating Earth Week • Chabot Job Opportunities • Chabot College News and Upcoming Events
• Upcoming Events in the Chabot Service Area |
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Thank You Scholarship Luncheon Attendees |
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Thank you to everyone who contributed to another successful scholarship season and attended the annual Scholarship Luncheon held on May 1st. Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients, and we look forward to sharing more photos from the next newsletter.
Questions? Call (510) 723-6633, or Email: friendsofchabot@chabotcollege.edu |
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Secure Your Commemorative Brick or Bench |
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Looking for a meaningful way to honor a loved one, recognize a retiree, celebrate a favorite Chabot program, or acknowledge a valued community or business partner? Order a commemorative brick or name a bench as a lasting tribute on campus.
Bricks are $250 each and benches are $1,000. Your contribution directly supports Chabot College students and programs. Plus, a portion of your donation is tax-deductible. |
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Complete the Commemorative Brick & Bench Order Form, which includes engraving suggestions and detailed instructions. Payments can be made online. If you prefer a payment plan, we’re happy to accommodate; please contact us for more information. We are piloting the opportunity to name benches in some of our buildings. If you don't see a location you want listed, contact our office and we can explore other options.
The deadline to order is Friday, May 22. Don’t miss this opportunity to leave a lasting legacy at Chabot College. Questions? Contact: (510) 723-6633 |
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Thank You for Celebrating Earth Week |
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Thank you to the students, community members, Alumni, and friends who braved the rain and joined the Alumni & Friends' fifth annual Foraging Tour on April 21st as part of Chabot's Earth Week activities.
We had a blast exploring campus, appreciating the variety of plants/trees in our own Chabot backyard, and learning about foraging's deep roots in the African American and Native American communities from our expert guide, Blessing Morris. We look forward to hosting more tours in the future. |
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| Chabot College is hiring! Currently open positions: Part-time:
• Instructor, Automotive Technology • Instructor, Japanese
For the latest and greatest job opportunities through Chabot-Las Positas Community College District - including positions at Chabot College, Las Positas College, and Chabot-Las Positas Community College District - check-out the link below. Click on "Search Jobs" for a full list of opportunities. Check back often, as job opportunities are updated throughout the year. |
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Chabot College News & Upcoming Events |
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Biological Sciences Phase II Building Ribbon Cutting |
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On March 17, the college celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the new Biological Sciences II Building, marking a major investment in student learning and innovation on campus.
Funded by the community through the Measure A bond passed in 2016, the facility reflects a shared commitment to expanding opportunities for students. The 40,000-square-foot building features eight state-of-the-art biology and engineering labs, 41 faculty offices, and a dedicated Math, English, and Science Achievement study room designed to support collaboration and academic success.
Thank you to our community for making this vision a reality. |
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Middle School Puente Students Visit Chabot
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On March 10, 55 Puente students from Cesar Chavez Middle School in Hayward, accompanied by six chaperones, visited Chabot College for a day of exploration and inspiration.
A student-led campus tour and a “deconstructed” panel during lunch connected middle schoolers with Chabot students from Puente Club, Women in STEM, and Women in Engineering, who shared insights on college life, choosing majors, and preparing in high school. The visit had a powerful impact, with many students newly motivated to pursue college, including those previously uninterested. As Puente celebrates its 45th anniversary at Chabot, the program continues to expand its mission of increasing college access and cultivating future community leaders, exemplified by a former Chabot Puente student now teaching at Cesar Chavez Middle School.
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Vibe Check Youth Mental Health Summit |
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On March 12, Chabot College’s Behavioral Health Team, in partnership with the Jakara Movement, hosted the Vibe Check Youth Mental Health Summit. The event welcomed over 200 high school students from local feeder schools for a day of engagement focused on mental health awareness, destigmatization, and the importance of community connection, self-care, and seeking support.
The summit featured a fireside chat with Bay Area artist LaRussell, who shared his personal journey navigating mental health challenges and success. President Cooks interviewed LaRussell on the importance of education and well-being. |
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HUSD African American Family Conference
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| On March 14th, Chabot College supported the annual Hayward Unified School District's African American Family Conference.
The conference kicked off with an inspiring keynote from President Cooks, then families participated in college and career awareness workshops, and learned about amazing community resources ready to support their and their child's success, including our very own: Early College Programs (ECP), TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS), Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, and the Black Cultural Resource Center (BCRC). Families concluded the conference with community line dancing. |
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Student Education Plan (SEP) Day Sets New Record |
Spring 2026 SEP Day, held on March 25th, marked the highest participation yet, with Counseling and Special Programs supporting 225 students in completing their Student Education Plans (SEPs), continuing a steady rise from 171 students in Spring 2025 and 211 in Fall 2025.
This growth reflects the college’s commitment to student success, as SEPs and counselor connections are key drivers of persistence, timely completion of transfer-level coursework, and achievement of certificates, degrees, and transfer goals. |
Chabot Men’s Tennis Team Wins 2026 Coast Conference Team Championship |
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| Tennis photos and story courtesy of Richard Morris |
On April 1, the Chabot Men’s Tennis Team captured the 2026 Coast Conference Team Championship! Chabot defeated Cabrillo College, 8-0, to claim the Coast Conference Team Championship. |
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2026 Coast Woman’s Champs Singles Champ, Mina Koloski, Doubles Champs, Mina & Gracie Barco |
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In April, Chabot's Mina Koloski won both the Singles and Doubles Coast Conference Championships for the second year in a row! This year, she defeated City College San Francisco by a score of 60-60 in the finals. Mina then teamed up with Gracie Barco to defeat her Chabot teammates, Karina Smith and Minh Cannon, in the doubles final. |
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| Where: Parking Lot B
When: May 16 @ 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Third Saturday each month Cost: Free to attend. See below for vendor information and pricing. Flea Market Information |
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| Chabot Wind Symphony Presents "The Sound of Spring" |
Where: Chabot College Performing Arts Complex, Building 1300
When: May 6 @ 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Cost: $11.44 Tickets |
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| Where: Recital Hall, Room 1224, Building 1200
When: May 12 @ 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Doors open at 11:30 P.M. Cost: $11.44 Tickets |
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| Chabot College Jazz Combo Concert |
Where: Recital Hall, Room 1224, Building 1200
When: May 14 @ 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Cost: $11.44 General Admission, $16.59 Livestream Ticket Tickets |
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| Where: Faith Lutheran Church
20080 Redwood Rd #4325
Castro Valley, CA 94546 When: May 19 @ 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Cost: $11.44 General Admission Tickets |
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| Chabot College Salsa Concert |
Where: Chabot College Performing Arts Center, Building 1300
When: May 21 @ 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Cost: $11.44 General Admission, $16.59 Livestream Admission Tickets |
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Upcoming Events in the Chabot Service Area |
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| Hawaiian May Day Festival |
Where: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 9-10 @ 10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. Cost: General $25 | Senior, Military, & Children $25 | Children under 5 FREE
More Information |
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Tell Us about Your Community Events |
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If you would like us to include your community event in our upcoming monthly newsletter, please email a flyer, website, and/or event details to: FriendsofChabot@chabotcollege.edu
The Chabot College service area includes: Ashland, Castro Valley, Cherryland, Fairview, Hayward, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, and Union City. |
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The Friends of Chabot College is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. Donors are encouraged to consult a qualified tax consultant for more detailed information. |
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The Friends of Chabot College Board of Directors Hon. Mark Salinas, Chair; Hon. Pat Gacoscos, Vice Chair/Secretary; Mr. Obray Van Buren, Fundraising Chair; Ms. Marita Cheng; Dr. Hal Gin; Mr. Kris Kokotaylo; Ms. Melinda Matsuda; Ms. Olga Rosales Salinas; Dr. Jamal A. Cooks; Ms. Marie Amboy |
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