Campus Connection - May 22, 2023
College Celebrates Another Record-Breaking Year With Largest Graduating Class
Cerritos College once again shattered its own graduation record, having conferred the largest number of degrees and certificates awarded in the campus’ history. During its 65th annual commencement ceremony held on Friday, May 19, the College conferred more than 6,200 degrees and certificates... Link to the full story about the Commencement
College Recognized for Continued Leadership in Sustainability; Purchasing Department Wins Green Award
Cerritos College recently received the Green Award at the 2023 Foundation for California Community Colleges (FCCC)/CollegeBuys Purchasing Conference. Presented by ODP Business Solutions (formerly Office Depot), the award recognized the Cerritos College Purchasing Department’s commitment to sustainability for its preference towards purchasing eco-friendly products... Link to the full story about the Green Award
Watch the Coffee with the President Episode of The College Tour
Host Alex Boylan from The College Tour (Amazon Prime) chats with President Dr. Jose Fierro about what makes Cerritos College SOAR above the crowd. Watch the clip
Student Success Story: Julio Cano, Automotive Damage Appraisal and Management
Meet Julio Cano, alumnus of Automotive Collision Program. He returned to school after 17 years in shipping logistics, and received a certificate in automotive damage appraisal and management last fall. He now works as a quality insurance specialist at Auto Claims Direct. Read more about Julio
LA Regional Food Bank Distribution May 24
Walk-up only food distribution on campus: Wednesday, May 24, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. in Falcon Stadium. Park in Lot 1 off Alondra Blvd. Please bring your bags, carts, etc. You must carry your food back to vehicle or other transportation. Visit the Falcon's Nest webpage for details.
Intensive English Program is Back on Campus
Do you have a family member or friend who would like to learn English in California? Students will receive instruction customized to their level, helping improve their grammar and speaking abilities. The 16-week session will start August 17-December 7. View the flyer for more information.
Explore Black Studies; Join Info Session on June 3
Students interested in Social Justice Studies: Black/Africana Studies are welcome to join the info session and learn about the program and how majoring in it qualifies them for guaranteed admission to a CSU. Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in LA 103. View the flyer for more information.
Celebrate the Classified School Employee Week May 22-26
The California School Employees Association and the California State Legislature designated the week of May 21 through May 27 as the 2023 Classified School Employee Week to recognize and honor the contributions of the classified professionals of the Cerritos Community College District. For daily activities, view the clipboard newsletter at www.csea.com/chapters/161.
Purchasing Notification: RFQ C23000000393
The Cerritos College Purchasing Department has released RFQ No. C23000000393 Performing Arts Center Façade Public Art Project. The request for qualifications (RFQ) solicitation is an opportunity to create a pool of qualified artists to provide the design, creation, and installation of a prominent public art project on the exterior façade of the new Performing Arts Center. Visit the Purchasing web page for the RFQ documents and details. Vendor Portal
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Employment Opportunities
For general questions, please contact us at HR@cerritos.edu. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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