Bucks County Community College

A new exhibition at Bucks County Community College’s Hicks Art Center Gallery reflects on America’s past, present, and future.

Visions of America, an invitational group exhibition, opened June 5 and features artifacts, artworks and objects that explore important moments in the country’s 250-year history through both human and animal perspectives. The exhibition is on display now through July 25.

Gallery hours are Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and by appointment. The gallery is closed June 19, July 2 and July 3.

Bucks County Community College’s Associate Degree Nursing Program was recently recognized by the Independence Blue Cross Foundation for positively impacting health through nursing leadership and innovation.

Alex Aduboahen, program director, accepted the honor during the foundation’s “The Power of Nurses™” 2026 National Nurses Month Brunch on May 27.

The IBX Foundation has supported nursing students at Bucks for the past 15 years through scholarships. These scholarships provide financial assistance and relief, enabling our students to prioritize their nursing studies and join the health care profession to meet their career goals and the demand for nurses in our community.

Congratulations to the ADN program and thank you to the IBX Foundation for supporting our nursing programs!

This National Nurse Aide Week, we celebrate the dedicated nurse aides who provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate care every day.

We're especially proud of our Bucks Nurse Aide students who are already demonstrating the commitment, teamwork, and compassion that make this profession so important.

Thank you to nurse aides everywhere for the difference you make in our communities. 💙

Interested in becoming a nurse aide? Learn more about the Bucks Nurse Aide Program at bucks.edu/nurseaide.

Congratulations to Central Bucks High School East graduate, Jack DeBoyace, on being named the 2026 Bucks County High School Poet of the Year! 📝✨

Our annual contest, now in its 39th year, celebrates the incredible talent of young poets across Bucks County.

Learn more about the Bucks County High School Poet of the Year contest, DeBoyace's work, and view a list of all the finalists: bit.ly/4vqHpQp

News | C.B. East Senior Named Bucks County High School Poet of the Year Bucks County Community College offers associate degree and certificate programs at a fraction of the cost of a traditional four-year college. Bucks has campuses in Newtown, Perkasie, Bristol and offers Online Learning. Programs can be earned fully online, in person, or a combination of both. A varie...

We are excited to announce a new dual admission transfer agreement between Bucks County Community College and Ursinus College. This agreement creates a clear 2+2 pathway for Bucks students to continue their education at a nationally-ranked top 100 liberal arts college, located in nearby Collegeville.

Bucks students can be admitted to both colleges simultaneously and then transfer directly to Ursinus with junior standing and be eligible for significant merit scholarships, including awards up $43,000 per year for honors students. 🎓

Learn more at: bit.ly/4xl1M2x

At the June 4 Board of Trustees meeting, the trustees conferred the title of Trustee Emeritus upon James "Jim" M. Dancy Jr., recognizing his 17 years of service to the College. Dancy served on the Board from 2009 to 2026, including as Board Chair from 2014 to 2016.

The College also extends its appreciation to Thomas "Tom" J. Jennings, Esq., who has served on the Board since 2020, including as Board Chair from 2022 to 2026.

Please join us in thanking Trustees Dancy and Jennings for their leadership, dedication and service.

First-generation college graduate and former Bucks dual enrollment student Lia Peralta Joa, who earned a 4.0 GPA, served as student speaker at the College's 60th Commencement, sharing how family, perseverance, and purpose guided her journey.

An immigrant from the Dominican Republic, Lia balanced academics, work, and family responsibilities while participating in the honors program, the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, the Hispanic & Latino Student Union, and The Centurion student newspaper. Her work with The Centurion earned a first-place award from the Pennsylvania News Media Association Foundation.

Already a licensed cosmetologist, she is pursuing esthetics and plans to combine her passion for beauty, communication, and entrepreneurship by opening her own spa.

Congratulations, Lia! 🎓✨

Read Lia's story: bit.ly/49BzdUs

Congratulations to the 46 volunteer firefighters who recently completed Basic Fire Academy Training. Thank you for your commitment to protecting and serving our communities, and special recognition to outstanding student award recipients Eric Green and Bruce Andrew Ferry for their leadership. 🚒

Read more: bit.ly/4x7Q23q

Sierra Kunigus is reaching for the stars. 💫

After stepping away from college and exploring different paths, she came to Bucks County Community College determined to build a meaningful future.

What followed was a journey of academic excellence, leadership and discovery. The 4.0 honors graduate founded the Astronomy Club, served in student government, earned membership in Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, conducted published research and delivered the student commencement address at Bucks' 60th Annual Commencement.

After earning her Associate of Science degree, Sierra will continue her studies in physics and astrophysics at East Texas A&M University, with plans to pursue a career in cosmochemistry and help others explore the universe.

With a bright future ahead, her journey is just beginning. Congratulations, Sierra! ✨

Read Sierra's story: bit.ly/4fPJnVc