Fifty Years Transforming Lives and Enriching Our Communities

2008 marks a very important year for the College. Fifty years ago, on April 13th, the City Superintendent of Schools presided over the official dedication of the College. At that time, we offered programs in a number of professions—practical nursing, welding, plumbing, pipe fitting, carpentry and more. By the time of the dedication, 336 students were attending day and night classes.  Today, that number is ten times larger and growing.

To commemorate this milestone we held the following events. Welding Rodeo Sculpture Competition Friday, May 16th and Saturday, May 17th BTC’s Campus The competition runs both days. Click here for more information. Desmond P. McArdle Building Naming Ceremony Friday, May 16th at 3:15 p.m. BTC Campus Join us as we celebrate the Naming of the “Desmond P. McArdle Center” Campus Activities Saturday, May 17th - Noon to 4:00 p.m. BTC’s Campus. Tours and hands-on demonstrations of our programs. CLick here for more details We encourage you to come back to this page for updates on campus and community events related to our 50th celebration and activities.

1956 Groundbreaking Ceremony Pictured are School District and Union Leaders and other community representatives.