Bristol Community College student Silvia R. Jones has been elected the college’s Interim Student
Trustee for the 2023 - 2024 term. Silvia resides in Fall River and is currently studying
Human Services.
Upon completing her degree at the college in Spring 2025, Silvia plans to continue
her education to earn her bachelor's in social work with the goal of working with
Veterans.
“I am enthusiastic about contributing to Bristol’s college community by advocating
for positive changes that enhance students’ college experiences,” said Silvia Jones, 2023 - 2024 Interim Student Trustee, Bristol Community College. “As a future social worker, my perspective and goals align with fostering a supportive
and inclusive campus environment.”
Bristol’s Student Trustee is elected annually by their peers to serve as a student
representative and member of the Bristol Community College Board of Trustees. Bristol’s
Board of Trustees is made up of regional business and community leaders who work tirelessly
to ensure the college’s institutional initiatives remain at the highest level of quality.
Bristol Community College (Bristol) has core values rooted in student success and
lifelong learning. For more than 50 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource
for education and workforce development in the region including locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton and Online.
The college offers more than 130 career and transfer programs, along with flexible
online offerings that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate, or
the ability to transfer to baccalaureate colleges throughout the state and country.
Bristol’s Business Solutions & Partnerships provides customized training for businesses
and the community. Bristol's National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) is a state-of-the-art
training facility, offering globally recognized training and certifications for the
emerging offshore wind industry. The college also strives to put the needs of learners
first with support services and career advancement opportunities that lead to student
success by reducing barriers to educational access.
The college is one of the largest employers in the region and is dedicated to fostering
an inclusive environment with a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities
and lifestyles. Bristol is a public community college accredited by the New England
Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
