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Atlantic Cape Presidential Search
May 4, 2026

Atlantic Cape Community College Names Dr. Jason Abreu as Next President

Atlantic Cape Community College announced today that its Board of Trustees has appointed Jason Abreu, Ed.D., as the College’s next president. Dr. Abreu will succeed Dr. Barbara Gaba, who will retire on June 30, 2026, following nine years as president and a distinguished 40-year career in higher education.

Kids College & Summer Academy at Atlantic Cape
April 17, 2026

Registration Open for Kids College & Summer Academy at Atlantic Cape’s Mays Landing Campus

Registration is open for Atlantic Cape Community College’s Kids College & Summer Academy where children and teens may enjoy the great outdoors, learn new skills, make new friends and create memories this summer on our Mays Landing campus.

student at Men of Atlantic Cape event
April 9, 2026

Economic Impact Analysis Highlights Atlantic Cape’s Direct Positive Contribution to its Students, Taxpayers and Community-at-Large

A recent Economic Impact Analysis study highlighted Atlantic Cape’s vitally important role and positive impact it plays in helping students successfully achieve their goals and obtain worthwhile careers, support numerous local industries and benefit the residents economically through increased tax revenues across both Atlantic and Cape May counties.

Atlantic Cape Events

Radiologic Technician receives her certificate of completion and pin
May 20, 2026

33rd Annual Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology Graduation Ceremony Celebrates 16 Graduates

The Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology celebrated the Class of 2026’s 16 graduating students, 10 of whom will also be receiving their Associate in Applied Science degree on Thursday from Atlantic Cape, at its 33rd Annual Graduation Ceremony on May 19.

Academy of Culinary Arts students celebrate their graduation
May 20, 2026

Academy of Culinary Arts Medal Ceremony Celebrates the Accomplishments of 33 Culinary and Baking & Pastry Grads

Two years of hard work, of mastering the techniques and skills of the culinary world, of perfecting their precision to detail and ultimately owning their craft led Atlantic Cape’s Academy of Culinary Arts’ (ACA) Class of 2026 to the finish line at the 44th Annual ACA Medal Ceremony on May 20.

Scholarship recipients at Annual Scholarship Recognition Ceremony
May 19, 2026

Atlantic Cape Awards $371,690 in Scholarships to 235 Students During 59th Annual Scholarship Recognition Banquet

The 59th Annual Atlantic Cape Foundation Scholarship Recognition Ceremony acknowledged the College’s sponsors and donors, and recognized the academic achievements of Atlantic Cape’s students by awarding 353 individual scholarships worth $371,690 to 235 students on May 18.

Athletics

Graduating student–athletes receive commemorative Buccaneers patch
May 14, 2026

Atlantic Cape Recognizes Outstanding Contributions of Student-Athletes at 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon

Atlantic Cape honored its Buccaneers student-athletes for their hard work, determination and perseverance in the classroom as well as on their respective fields and courts of play this year at the 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon on May 8.

Welcome Home Buccaneers Baseball event
April 24, 2026

“Welcome Home Buccaneers Baseball!” Atlantic Cape Officially Dedicates New Baseball Field on Mays Landing Campus

We built it and now it’s time to play ball! Atlantic Cape held its official Welcome Home Buccaneers Baseball opening ceremony for its new, state–of–the–art $1.48 million baseball field on the Mays Landing campus on April 18.

Isaac Fishman, Rainelle Blocker and Daymeon Hallock earn NJCAA honors
April 13, 2026

Atlantic Cape Freshmen Women’s Basketball and Men’s Volleyball Student-Athletes Recognized by NJCAA for Excellence on the Court

Atlantic Cape Buccaneers freshmen student–athletes Rainelle Blocker, Isaac Fishman and Daymeon Hallock were recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) for their on-court prowess and accomplishments during their respective 2025–26 athletics seasons.

Student Life

Graduating student–athletes receive commemorative Buccaneers patch
May 14, 2026

Atlantic Cape Recognizes Outstanding Contributions of Student-Athletes at 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon

Atlantic Cape honored its Buccaneers student-athletes for their hard work, determination and perseverance in the classroom as well as on their respective fields and courts of play this year at the 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon on May 8.

Dr. Gaba with 2025-26 SGA executive board members
May 13, 2026

Annual Student Government Association Recognition Ceremony Honors Accomplishments of Clubs and Organizations

Atlantic Cape’s Student Government Association (SGA) recognized the important contributions of its many diverse student clubs and advisors, while acknowledging and honoring some of the College’s finest and most dedicated students, staff and faculty members at the SGA’s Annual Club Recognition Program on May 7.

Men of Atlantic Cape Jacket recipients 2026
May 8, 2026

Annual Men of Atlantic Cape Jacket Ceremony Honors Student Commitment, Growth and Transformation

Atlantic Cape’s Men of Atlantic Cape (MAC) retention program recognized the academic achievements and dedicated personal accomplishments of five of its member students and a program mentor during the club’s Annual Jacket Presentation Ceremony on May 6.

Recent News

Atlantic Cape Community College Names Dr. Jason Abreu as Next President
May 4, 2026

Atlantic Cape Community College Names Dr. Jason Abreu as Next President

Atlantic Cape Community College announced today that its Board of Trustees has appointed Jason Abreu, Ed.D., as the College’s next president. Dr. Abreu will succeed Dr. Barbara Gaba, who will retire on June 30, 2026, following nine years as president and a distinguished 40-year career in higher education.

33rd Annual Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology Graduation Ceremony Celebrates 16 Graduates
May 20, 2026

33rd Annual Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology Graduation Ceremony Celebrates 16 Graduates

The Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology celebrated the Class of 2026’s 16 graduating students, 10 of whom will also be receiving their Associate in Applied Science degree on Thursday from Atlantic Cape, at its 33rd Annual Graduation Ceremony on May 19.

Academy of Culinary Arts Medal Ceremony Celebrates the Accomplishments of 33 Culinary and Baking & Pastry Grads
May 20, 2026

Academy of Culinary Arts Medal Ceremony Celebrates the Accomplishments of 33 Culinary and Baking & Pastry Grads

Two years of hard work, of mastering the techniques and skills of the culinary world, of perfecting their precision to detail and ultimately owning their craft led Atlantic Cape’s Academy of Culinary Arts’ (ACA) Class of 2026 to the finish line at the 44th Annual ACA Medal Ceremony on May 20.

Atlantic Cape Awards $371,690 in Scholarships to 235 Students During 59th Annual Scholarship Recognition Banquet
May 19, 2026

Atlantic Cape Awards $371,690 in Scholarships to 235 Students During 59th Annual Scholarship Recognition Banquet

The 59th Annual Atlantic Cape Foundation Scholarship Recognition Ceremony acknowledged the College’s sponsors and donors, and recognized the academic achievements of Atlantic Cape’s students by awarding 353 individual scholarships worth $371,690 to 235 students on May 18.

Learning More about Artificial Intelligence and Drone Technologies Draws Residents of All Ages to Atlantic Cape
May 15, 2026

Learning More about Artificial Intelligence and Drone Technologies Draws Residents of All Ages to Atlantic Cape

Brendan Connell of Linwood has personally witnessed how the technological prowess and untapped potential of artificial intelligence (A.I.), for both good and ill, can have an affect on the livelihoods of today’s blue–collar and white–collar professionals, and the global business world as a whole.

Atlantic Cape Recognizes Outstanding Contributions of Student-Athletes at 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon
May 14, 2026

Atlantic Cape Recognizes Outstanding Contributions of Student-Athletes at 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon

Atlantic Cape honored its Buccaneers student-athletes for their hard work, determination and perseverance in the classroom as well as on their respective fields and courts of play this year at the 5th Annual Athletics Awards Luncheon on May 8.

Annual Student Government Association Recognition Ceremony Honors Accomplishments of Clubs and Organizations
May 13, 2026

Annual Student Government Association Recognition Ceremony Honors Accomplishments of Clubs and Organizations

Atlantic Cape’s Student Government Association (SGA) recognized the important contributions of its many diverse student clubs and advisors, while acknowledging and honoring some of the College’s finest and most dedicated students, staff and faculty members at the SGA’s Annual Club Recognition Program on May 7.

Annual Men of Atlantic Cape Jacket Ceremony Honors Student Commitment, Growth and Transformation
May 8, 2026

Annual Men of Atlantic Cape Jacket Ceremony Honors Student Commitment, Growth and Transformation

Atlantic Cape’s Men of Atlantic Cape (MAC) retention program recognized the academic achievements and dedicated personal accomplishments of five of its member students and a program mentor during the club’s Annual Jacket Presentation Ceremony on May 6.

Learning Basics of English Language Provides Atlantic Cape International Students with Skills to Realize Their Dreams
May 7, 2026

Learning Basics of English Language Provides Atlantic Cape International Students with Skills to Realize Their Dreams

Atlantic Cape’s Academic English Language Program (AELP) teaches students — many from different countries from across the globe with diverse birthdates, backgrounds, knowledge and skills — to become proficient readers, writers and fluent speakers of the English language.

At 71, Leon Kerrison Set to Achieve Dream of Earning Associate Degree; Rewarded for Academic Achievement at Center for Student Success Awards Ceremony
May 5, 2026

At 71, Leon Kerrison Set to Achieve Dream of Earning Associate Degree; Rewarded for Academic Achievement at Center for Student Success Awards Ceremony

Seventy–one–year–old rising General Studies graduate and Atlantic City resident Leon Kerrison has proven that age is not an impediment towards attaining a college degree when the will to succeed is strong.