³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø was honored as the 2024 recipient of The Lopes Companies Large Business Award, presented by the at the Chamber's 107th Annual Meeting and Awards event on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at The District Center for the Arts.
At the event, Bristol’s President Laura L. Douglas, Ph.D., was also presented with three official citations in recognition of the award, on behalf of the Massachusetts Senate, Massachusetts House of Representatives and the City of Taunton.
The complete list of award recipients included Dermody Cleaners, Inc. (Small Business); ³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø (Large Business); Taunton Diversity Network (Community Impact); 2Plus2 Tutoring (Diverse Business of Distinction); Sarah Gibson, Taunton High School (Educator of the Year); Condoleezza Dwuye and Bridget MacDougall, Taunton High School (Volkmann Future Leaders Scholars).
The has been dedicated to promoting a thriving and prosperous economy and community for
the Greater Taunton Area for more than 100 years. The chamber offers networking events,
question-and-answer sessions with local legislators, webinars and more.
³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø’s Taunton Center, located at 2 Hamilton Street, offers a variety of course offerings and student services.
The reimagined center features a Library Learning Commons, high-tech biology and chemistry
labs, computer labs, an auditorium and a full-sized gymnasium, which is home to the .
³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø is grounded in core values centered on student success
and lifelong learning. For 60 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource for
education and workforce development in Massachusetts, with locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton, and online.
The college offers more than 100 career and transfer programs, along with flexible
online learning options that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate,
or transfer opportunities. It also provides Dual Enrollment and Early College programs,
English language instruction programs, and Adult Basic Education to support learners
at all stages. Bristol’s Economic and Workforce Solutions division is a regional leader
in workforce development, providing customized training for businesses and the community.
Bristol’s National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) delivers training in a state-of-the-art facility,
offering globally recognized instruction and certifications for offshore and onshore
wind energy, maritime industries, first responders, and related fields. The college
prioritizes student success through comprehensive support services and career advancement
opportunities that reduce barriers to educational access.
As one of the largest employers in the region, Bristol is committed to fostering
an inclusive environment that reflects a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages,
abilities, and lifestyles.
