College earns Seal of Excelencia certification for its transformative work toward Latinx student success

Cerritos College earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia certification, recognizing its transformation in advancing Latinx student success. Cerritos College is now part of a collective of 46 certified institutions, making it the third community college in California to earn this achievement... Link to the full story about the Seal of Excelencia

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Faculty team participates in AAC&U's New Institute on AI, Pedagogy, and the Curriculum

Five Cerritos College faculty members are among the 124 higher education institutions selected to participate in The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)’s inaugural Institute on AI, Pedagogy, and the Curriculum. This new, fully online institute is designed to help departments, programs, colleges, and universities respond effectively to the challenges and opportunities artificial intelligence (AI) presents for courses and curricula... Link to the full story about the Institute 

Manufacturing Day showcases technology and skilled trades programs 

More than 400 students and educators from local school districts, and professionals from various industries participated in the college's Manufacturing Day. The event, which showcased automotive technology/collision repair, cosmetology, engineering design technology, plastics/composites, machine tool technology, welding, and woodworking manufacturing technologies, was featured on Univision. On National Manufacturing Day, many American manufacturers and educational institutions opened their doors and inspired young people to pursue careers in manufacturing and engineering by showcasing manufacturing in creative ways.

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Reception for outgoing trustee Marisa Perez October 29

Please join us in recognizing her 12 years of dedication and outstanding service as a member of the Cerritos College Board of Trustees on October 29, 6-7:30 p.m. in
Conference Center. Since 2013, Trustee Perez supported the dreams of 37 students in the STEM field with the Perez/Medrano Scholarship. Join Trustee Perez in making a lasting impact in our students’ lives by contributing to the Perez/Medrano Scholarship endowment today. RSVP by October 22. View the flyer.

Campus Police release Hispanic/Latinx Pride Patch

The Cerritos College Police Department is proud to display the Hispanic/Latinx Pride Patch to show its support for Latinx students, faculty, and staff. If you see an officer wearing the patch, feel free to ask for one. They carry extras to hand out to our campus community.

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Student Convocation on October 16

Spread the word to students! Student Convocation is on Wednesday, October 16, from 3-4 p.m. in the Teleconference Center (LC-155). Students will learn how Cerritos College supports them in reaching the next level and achieving their goals. There will be an opportunity to meet ASCC student leaders, win prizes, and enjoy free pizza and cookies. RSVP now!