About Us
Bloomfield College was founded by the Presbytery of Newark in 1868 and in the 150 years since its creation Bloomfield College has gone on to become one of New Jersey's best private colleges, as they serve a diverse population and have prepared students for success in a multicultural and global society. Bloomfield offers over 60 majors and concentrations in seven academic divisions while also ranking as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report.
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In 2011, Bloomfield College professor Jason Torreano founded a nonprofit organization called Inkululeko. Inkululeko's work is focused on supporting students with finishing high school in South Africa. Inkululeko has been fulfilling its goal since its creation but also collaborating with universities like Syracuse University, The University of Michigan, Oxford University and Bloomfield College.
Westminster Arts Center at Bloomfield College
Bloomfield College Westminster Arts Center (BCWAC) creates and presents diverse arts and cultural programs in collaboration with the College's faculty, staff, students, community partners and professional arts groups; exposes students to diverse means of expressions and methods of thought; creates and presents thematic programming in response to curricular goals; raises and enhances the positive visibility of the College through public performances and exhibitions; supports the programs of the Creative Arts and Technology Division; encourages and promotes creativity throughout the College; and delivers affordable, quality arts events to the community while maintaining high artistic integrity and standards.
Cathedral of St Michael and St George, Makhanda
The Cathedral of St Michael and St George is the home of the Anglican Diocese of Grahamstown in Makhanda in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It is the episcopal seat of the Bishop of Grahamstown. The cathedral is located on Church Square and has the tallest spire in South Africa 176 feet.
Working together for a better future
Our Work
Our Vision
Our work is centered on two communities: Makhanda, South Africa and Bloomfield, New Jersey. The project is focused on using 360 cameras and other technology to offer people a glimpse into each community from the comforts of home. It also offers an ability for videos to be formatted on WhatsApp, a popular communication tool in South Africa.
To offer each community an opportunity to learn about one another and to create opportunities for mutually beneficial engagement through course syllabi.