Michelle Rodriguez named Employee of the Month of June 2025

Dr. Jose Fierro and Michelle RodriguezThe Outstanding Classified/Confidential Employee Selection Committee named Michelle Rodriguez, Success Center Specialist, Student Success Center, as Outstanding Classified/Confidential Employee of the Month for June 2025. 

Michelle has consistently demonstrated visionary leadership and hands-on dedication to student success at Cerritos College. By developing new procedures, guidelines, and streamlined processes, she has helped transform the Success Center into a more efficient and student-centered space. One of her standout contributions was the implementation of a step-by-step orientation guide that clarified the enrollment experience for first-time students.

Michelle’s presence is felt across the campus—from Welcome Day and Falcon Fest to Senior Preview Day—where her warm demeanor and tireless volunteerism help foster a welcoming, inclusive campus culture.

Michelle, your work not only reflects the values of Cerritos College but actively shapes the environment into one that’s more compassionate, student-focused, and driven by continuous improvement.