BHCC’s Brian Kelleher-Calnan Honored with Rising Star Award

Monday, May 5, 2025

Recognized by the New England Transfer Association, Kelleher-Calnan is celebrated for his outstanding dedication to transfer student success.

BHCC’s Transfer Coordinator, Brian Kelleher-Calnan, received the Rising Star Award at the New England Transfer Association (NETA) Conference held on April 9. The Rising Star Award was established in 2011 to acknowledge new talent and recognize exemplary transfer professionals.

Transfer Services at BHCC offers more than 70 workshops and college visits each semester to support our students’ transfer journey. These workshops introduce students to valuable BHCC resources that help them connect their academic goals with four-year colleges. They are specifically tailored to assist students at every step of the transfer process.

“Brian’s daily devotion and support to transfer students is consummate,” says Alicia D’Oyley, BHCC’s Dean of Enrollment Management. “His guidance and professionalism make a difference every day to our students.”

BHCC’s academic, career and transfer advisors empower students to achieve their academic goals by providing guidance, resources, and partnerships that facilitate a smooth transition to four-year colleges. BHCC’s Enrollment Management and LifeMap staff work diligently to help students explore career paths and foster academic success.