BHCC Named “Best Community College” by Boston Spanish weekly El Planeta

Thursday, September 17, 2009

El Planeta, the largest circulating weekly Spanish language newspaper in Massachusetts, has named Bunker Hill Community College “Best Community College” in its annual “Best Of” survey. BHCC received the highest possible ranking: five stars.

The recognition published in El Planeta, which has a circulation of 50,000, praised BHCC for its diversity and for helping students for whom English is a second language.  The award also stated: “Their professors have vast experience working with students from all over the world, and they are aware of and can cater to their needs.”

El Planeta, founded in May 2004, is a member of the Phoenix Media Communications Group, the largest family-owned media company in the region.  

Media Contact:
Brendan P. Hughes, Director of Public Affairs
Bunker Hill Community College, Boston, MA 02129
Phone: 617-937-9365; Email: brendan.hughes@bhcc.edu

About Bunker Hill Community College
With more than 50 years of academic excellence, Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is one of Massachusetts' largest community colleges, serving approximately 16,000 students annually. With campuses in Charlestown and Chelsea, BHCC offers a broad range of educational opportunities throughout Greater Boston. BHCC fosters a welcoming and supportive learning environment for students by offering associate degrees and certificates, early college and dual enrollment, community education, corporate training, and industry-specific programs.