BCC celebrated the grand opening of the Career Gear™ Boutique, a groundbreaking initiative designed to eliminate barriers for our students by providing them with free professional attire for interviews and recruitment events.

The event brought together key partners, including The Agentcy Collective, whose co-founder Jesseca Kendall shared the impact of this collaboration in empowering BCC students. Interim President Milton Santiago, Dean Jessica Seliger, and Chancellor Felix V. Matos Rodriguez delivered inspiring remarks about the importance of supporting students in their journey from the Bronx to the Boardroom.

The highlight of the event was a heartfelt speech by BCC student Janel Melvin, who shared how access to professional clothing builds self-confidence and allows students to focus on their goals. The ribbon-cutting marked the official opening of this resource, which is already making a difference for students across programs.

The Career Gear™ Boutique is equipping students to succeed in interviews and beyond. Thank you to everyone who made this incredible initiative possible!

More photos available here.
See Bronxnet interview here.
WPIX piece here.
NY 1 piece here.
News 12 Bronx piece here.