Campus Connection - May 13, 2019
Scholars' Honors Program Celebrates Graduates
The Scholars' Honors Program recognized 33 graduates during its 22nd annual graduation ceremony on April 30. All graduating Scholars’ Honors Program students have been accepted to some of the nation’s most respected colleges and universities. Students will be weighing their options to attend top schools like California State Polytechnic University, Pomona... Link to the full story about Scholars' Honors Program
Wrestling Coach Donny Garriott Inducted into National Wrestling Hall of Fame
On May 4 at the Laguna Hills Community Center, Cerritos College wrestling coach Donny Garriott was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Garriott, who has been the Falcons head coach for 13 seasons, was honored for his wrestling career at West Torrance High School, El Camino College and Chico State University...Link to the full story about Donny (Cerritos Falcons external website)
SEM Celebrates Outstanding Students
Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Division celebrated outstanding students and their achievements on May 9. Service awards, scholarships, and American Chemical Society Awards were presented to 23 students. Students enjoyed dessert following the ceremony. View the list of awards recipients
Psychology Students Present Research at National Convention
Eight current students and eight alumni presented their research at the 99th annual Western Psychological Association (WPA) Conference. Student Angelica Fregoso and alumni Emma McCollough, Kiara Henderson, and Anthony Castillo received the 2019 McGraw-Hill Psi Beta Regional Student Research Award... Link to the full story about psychology students
Students Visit Federal Reserve Bank
For the third year in a row, Cerritos College students attended the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Community College Outreach Conference on May 10. More than 50 students visited the Federal Reserve Bank Downtown Los Angeles Branch, learned about the federal reserve system and its role in the economy, and attended professional development workshops on personal finance, interviewing skills, and resume tips.
Reflections from the Border Presentation May 14
History Professor John Haas will share video of interviews with asylum seekers, migrants,
deportees, law enforcement, and doctors on the U.S.-Mexican border. The event will
also feature a portrait of Dreamers at Cerritos College. Tuesday, May 14,
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
College Seeks Applicants for Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
The Cerritos Community College District is accepting applications to fill vacancies for the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee. The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee was established to oversee the expenditure of money for the construction, repair and modernization of campus projects. This committee ensures that the bond proceeds are expended only for the purposes set forth...Link to the full story about Bond Oversight Committee
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President's Hour May 14
Take a few minutes to share what's on your mind with President Dr. Fierro. No appointment necessary.
Tuesday, May 14, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Falcon Square
Free Food - Mobile Food Pantry on May 14
The L.A. Food Bank will be on campus providing free food for students and the community. Tuesday, May 14, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Falcon Square. View the flyer. *You are encouraged to bring your bags
Stay Informed
Shared Governance Committee Meetings: May 13 - 17
Tuesday, May 14
10 a.m. - DEEOAC (BE 118)
1 p.m. - Faculty Professional Development (LC 201)
Wednesday, May 15
1 p.m. - Safety (LC 51)
Thursday, May 16
10 a.m. - Outstanding Classified Employee Selection (HR Conference Room)
2 p.m. - Planning and Budget (Board Room)
*Meeting date may change. Please contact committee chairs to confirm meeting schedule. List of committees
Committee Chairs, please notify us when your meeting schedule changes from your committee webpage.
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