Campus Connection - November 24, 2025

 

Ruben Orozco and Kevin Padilla

MESA students excel at statewide STEM Student Leadership Conference

Cerritos College’s mechanical engineering and MESA program students, Ruben Orozco and Kevin Padilla, participated in the invite-only Student Leadership Conference for STEM students from November 7-9. Presented by the statewide MESA, the conference brought together hand-picked engineering and computer science students with industry professionals to develop the next generation of STEM leaders... Link to the full story about MESA students

PRC team

Public Relations and Communications team shines at 2025 Medallion Awards with silver and two bronze honors

The Public Relations and Communications Office won a silver award and two third-place honors at the 2025 Medallion Awards from the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR). This national organization represents marketing and public relations professionals at community and technical colleges... Link to the full story about the NCMPR awards 

President's Holiday Reception

President's Holiday Reception December 3

Join Dr. Fierro for the annual President's Holiday Reception on Wednesday, December 3, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Student Center. Enjoy delicious food from our culinary arts, listen to our amazing faculty and students perform, and enjoy some fun activities.  Give back this holiday season and donate personal care hygiene products to our students in need. Download the event flyer.

Students in a ceramics class

Ceramics & plant sale at the Native Plant Sanctuary on December 12

Mark your calendars for a ceramics and plant sale at the Native Plant Sanctuary on Friday, December 12. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., you can explore a vibrant selection of ceramics crafted by talented students, along with beautiful native plants available for purchase. Don't miss out on this opportunity to add some beauty to your space!

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Bristol Farms training participants

Cerritos College delivers for local communities with new $850,000 workforce training grant

Cerritos College continues to deliver unmatched value to workers and employers across our local communities with a new $850,000 workforce training grant from the California Employment Training Panel (ETP). As one of the region’s strongest workforce partners, Cerritos College remains the top choice for employers seeking high-quality, industry-responsive training that drives real results... Link to the full story about the ETP grant

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Experience intrigue and laughter: a double-bill of Trifles and The Real Inspector Hound coming to Cerritos College

Get ready for an unforgettable evening this holiday season! The Performing Arts Center at Cerritos College invites you to enjoy not one, but two compelling one-act productions in a spectacular double feature. Immerse yourself in the mystery of Trifles by Susan Glaspell and the sharp-witted comedy of The Real Inspector Hound by Tom Stoppard. Don’t miss this thrilling theatrical experience... Link to the full story about the double bill

Santa's Villaged

Free Santa’s Village event returns to Cerritos College on December 6

Families are invited to experience Santa’s Village at Cerritos College, featuring free photos with Santa Claus. Enjoy activities for all ages, including a special screening of Elf from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by pictures with Santa until 2 p.m. Fun activities include arts and crafts, games, and sweet treats. Celebrate the holiday season with your friends and family at Cerritos College... Link to the full story about Santa's Village

Cerritos College sign

College to host a virtual community forum on updates to Lot at 166th Street/Studebaker Road on December 1

 Cerritos College will host a virtual forum to update residents about changes to the lot located at 166th Street and Studebaker Road. The Cerritos City Council approved the college's Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for four years in 2017. The TUP was renewed for five years beginning December 19, 2021, through December 19, 2026. The TUP authorizes the college to convert the property at 166th Street and Studebaker Road into an automobile storage facility... Link to the full story about the lot forum

Cerritos College library

Cerritos Community College District notice inviting interested contractors for 2026 Informal Bid List 

In accordance with the State of California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Commission, the Cerritos Community College District (“District”) is inviting all interested licensed contractors to submit their company for inclusion on the District’s Informal Bidding Contractors List for the calendar year 2026... Download the entire legal notice

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