College Opens Equity Center to Promote Safe and Inclusive Campus for All

Cerritos College celebrated the grand opening of its Equity Center on October 28. The Equity Center houses the P.R.I.D.E. Scholars and UndocuFalcons Scholars programs to support these vulnerable student groups throughout their educational journeys... Link to the full story about the Equity Center

Pharmacy Technology Program Ranks #2 in California 

Cerritos College earned another top recognition with its pharmacy technology program ranked second among the best pharmacy technician schools in California by Pharmacy Technician Guide. Cerritos College Pharmacy Technology Program offers a certificate and an associate of arts degree in pharmacy technology. Accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education... Link to the full story about Pharmacy Technology

Photography Professor Christina Fernández Reviewed by Los Angeles Times

Photography Co-Chair and Associate Professor Christina Fernández' photo exhibition was reviewed by Los Angeles Times. Her exhibition Multiple Exposures is currently shown at the UCR/California Museum of Photography. Link to the LA Times story (external link)
Photo: American Trailer (Detail), 2019, Christina Fernández, from 2021 Faculty Art Exhibition

Film Students Volunteer in the Community and Gain Real-World Experience 

The Cerritos College Film Production Program students Jose Escobar and Roberto Hoyos volunteered at the Agua Caliente Kewet Day event on November 5. Accompanied by their professor Steven Hirohama, the students filmed and photographed the event. Professor Hirohama has worked with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians for four years to have his students film the annual Kewet Day event... Link to the full story about the film students

College Celebrates Día de Muertos

Puente and ASCC hosted the Día de Muertos celebration on November 1. Altars by various offices were displayed with this year's theme of "Remember Me: Honoring our Ancestors and History". Free face painting was offered by the Theatre Department students. Students unleashed their creativity making their own Calaca and enjoyed live dance performances. 

Honor Our Veterans; Veterans Week Celebrations 

Nov. 7: Spirt Day and Military Fair 11 a.m. in Falcon Square. Wear your favorite military gear!
Nov. 8: Flag Raising Ceremony 8:30 a.m. at flag pole and CalVet/VSO Visit in VRC
Nov. 9: Veterans Resource Center Open House 11 a.m.
Nov. 10: Long Beach VA Hospital Info 11 a.m. and Celebrate the Marine Corps. Birthday with Cake 12 p.m. both in VRC 
View the flyer for more info.
Check out the Veterans Week display in the Admin Quad by the Welcome Center!

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Your Vote is Your Voice; Cerritos College is an Official Vote Center

Register to vote and/or cast your ballot at the voter center located on the Student Center Stage. Hours: November 5, 6, 7 – 10 a.m.-7 p.m., November 8 – 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Celebrate Election Day (Nov. 8) by visiting the Bagels & Ballots event located on the Student Center Patio from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free bagels and find information about what is on the ballot.  View the flyer.
A Vote-By-Mail Drop Box is located on campus in the Alondra Drop-Off area between lots 3 and 4.
Please encourage eligible students to vote!

November is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month

The Falcon’s Nest is hosting various events throughout November to spread awareness and provide resources to students facing basic need insecurities. On Wednesday, Nov. 9, join our social work interns in an info session and Q&A about the field of social work. Refreshments will be provided. 2-3 p.m. in LC 155. In addition, the Falcon's Nest is hosting a hygiene drive, an art installation, and more events throughout the month. View the flyer for more Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month activities.