BCC to Hold Virtual Open House for Early College Program

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — High school students are invited to attend Berkshire Community College (BCC)'s virtual open house for its Early College Program on Saturday, April 23 from 9-11 am. 
 
 
Registrants will be emailed a Zoom link. 
 
Dual Enrollment Coach Kiara Badillo will present an overview of the program, followed by breakout sessions on how to register for college classes while in high school, academic advising opportunities, student support systems and admissions. A Q&A session will conclude the event. 
 
Supported by BCC's dual enrollment grant, the Early College Program allows eligible Massachusetts high school students to take up to two free courses during Session I and/or Session II of the 2022 summer term. Tuition and fees are waived; purchase of books and other classroom materials may be the responsibility of the student. 
 
Funding is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
 
 

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Brien Center Announces Vice President of Human Resources

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Amy Thomson was recently named Vice President of Human Resources for the Brien Center, Berkshire County's largest behavioral health provider. 
 
In her new position, she will provide strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of the Human Resources functional areas including recruitment and retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management and professional development.
 
Immediately prior to joining The Brien Center, Thomson served as the Vice President of Human Resources for the Annie Selke Companies. Other career positions include Director of Human Resources for Berkshire Healthcare Systems' Long Term Care Division, Vice President of Human Resources for Legacy Banks and Director of HR for Cranwell Resort, Spa and Golf Club. 
 
She is a resident of Pittsfield.
 
"We are excited that Amy has joined our leadership team, "said Christine Macbeth, President and CEO of the Brien Center. "The agency will benefit from her 30+ years in Human Resources and her skills in employee relations, compliance and benefit management, performance management and strategic focus. Her previous experience will serve her well as she leads her team in developing and implementing efficient and creative initiatives that will advance the HR components of the organization's strategic plan."
 
Thomson earned a Masters' Degree in Human Resources Management from Leslie University and a
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Boston College. She enjoys skiing, hiking, horseback riding and spending quality time with family and friends.
 
 
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