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    Office of the President

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    Welcome to the Office of the President

    Dr Rebecca OpsataDear Students,

    We’re excited to support you on your educational journey. Whether you’re attending classes on campus, online, or both, we’re here to help you reach your academic and career goals.

    Explore our degrees, certificates, and career options through our interactive Learning & Career Pathways. Need tech support? Visit our Student Tech Support or stop by the Library for Chromebook checkouts and other technology resources. Don’t forget, we offer campus-wide free Wi-Fi!

    Stay updated on campus news and events by visiting our Events Calendar and following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

    Meet Laney’s Leadership Team
    We’re committed to providing an inclusive, supportive learning environment. Learn more about the people working behind the scenes to guide Laney College’s vision and initiatives on our Leadership Team webpage.

    For general questions, email ropsata@peralta.edu or contact our Public Information Office at laneypio@peralta.edu.

    We look forward to seeing you at Laney College—on campus or online!

    Sincerely,

    Dr. Rebecca Opsata
    Laney College President

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    To contact or schedule a meeting with the President, please send an email to:

    Executive Assistant to the President
    Judy Mei
    jmei@peralta.edu
    (510) 464-3219

    Web Content Developer
    Chanda Brewer
    chandabrewer@peralta.edu
    (510) 986-6922

    Sr. Research & Planning Analyst
    Cliffton Coleman
    ccoleman@peralta.edu
    (510) 464-3373

    Laney College Board Reports

    Board Reports highlight key events, achievements, and initiatives taking place across campus. Shared regularly with the Peralta Board of Trustees, these summaries showcase student success, community engagement, and the impactful work of faculty and staff.

    Major Planning Documents

    President’s Office Emergency Hardship Scholarship

    Laney College President’s Office is fully committed to supporting our students as they work to fulfill their educational goals. We understand that some of our students are burdened with emergency financial hardships that can hinder their ability to remain successful and in school, and hence have partnered with our Peralta Colleges Foundation to provide Emergency Hardship Scholarships to students who can demonstrate their emergency and urgent need.
    For more information about eligibility requirement or application process, please contact Judy Mei at jmei@peralta.edu

    Other Ways To Donate:

    Write A Check

    Please make checks to Peralta Colleges Foundation with a note in the memo line, President’s Emergency Scholarship Fund #32322.

    Mail your check to:

    Laney College President
    Laney College
    900 Fallon Street
    Oakland, CA 94607

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    Payroll Deduction

    If you’re a Peralta Community College District employee, you can elect to have a set amount of money deducted from your paycheck every month. Your monthly contribution will go directly to the Peralta Colleges Foundation and the President’s Emergency Scholarship Fund.

    To participate, download and complete the form by clicking the link below then send via email to rbesikof@peralta.edu.

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