Butler County Community College has announced its first series of virtual program spotlights to introduce high school graduates and prospective guest students to select associate degree or certificate options.

Presentations showcase BC3’s programs in applied technology; creative and digital arts; education and social services; and public safety and security. The series also connects potential students to BC3’s affordability and support services.

“It’s an excellent opportunity to highlight our academics,” said Amy Pignatore, dean of admissions and college registrar. “Students will actually hear from the lead faculty member of the programs.”

Those lead faculty members, with a collective 125 years as BC3 educators, will discuss their programs July 28 and 29 at various times. Prospective students can register for one or more of the four presentations at www.bc3.edu/spotlights.

Sixty-six percent of BC3 students this spring were enrolled in transfer programs. BC3’s credits transfer to public, private and online four-year colleges and universities.

BC3 is planning for a flexible fall semester with courses delivered through face-to-face, remote, blended or online formats.

The college’s menu includes 37 career programs, 19 transfer programs and 22 certificate or workplace certificate programs that take one year or less to complete.

BC3’s support services include one hour of free tutoring each week per class, access and disability resources, and options for low-income students through the Keystone Education Yields Success program.