Cerritos College receives $3 million HSI Title V grant to increase Hispanic student success

Cerritos College received a five-year, $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education through its Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) program to implement the new Mentoring, Access, Data, and Equity (MADE) project. The U.S. Department of Education’s DHSI program provides 49 grants totaling more than $28 million to assist Hispanic-Serving Institutions in expanding educational opportunities for Hispanic students... Link to the full story about the HSI Title V grant

Student Convocation encourages students to level up the game for success

Cerritos College hosted the 2024-25 Student Convocation on October 16. President/Superintendent Dr. Jose Fierro addressed the students in attendance, emphasizing the importance of education as a long-term investment in financial security and employment opportunities. He highlighted that individuals with higher degrees experience significantly lower unemployment rates compared to those who only have a high school diploma... Link to the full story about Student Convocation

ASL Instructor Edward Kelly recognized with the Patriot Award

On October 17, American Sign Language Instructor Edward Kelly received a surprise visit from student Eddie Trejo and an Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) representative Gordon Crane. During this visit, Eddie and Gordon presented Kelly with the Patriot Award. Eddie, who serves in the Army National Guard, nominated Kelly for his support in facilitating Eddie's studies while he was away for annual training... Link to the full story about Ed Kelly

Student Life hosts Civic Engagement Panel

The Student Life team hosted a panel discussion on civic engagement and representation on October 15. Moderated by Political Science Professor Dr. Sunday P. Obazuaye, the panel featured Cerritos College Trustee Marisa Perez, former Cerritos Mayor, former District Chief of Staff for Congressman Alan Lowenthal, and former ABCUSD Board President Mark Pulido, Executive Director of California Contract Cities Association and Former Norwalk Mayor Marcel Rodarte, and Bellflower City Council Member Victor Sanchez.  The panelists shared their motivations for entering politics, stressing the need for young people to get involved. The conversation emphasized the importance of community and youth/student engagement and local elected officials' roles.

Anna Fischer named Employee of the Month of September 2024

The Outstanding Classified/Confidential Employee Selection Committee named Anna Fischer, instructional lab technician II - foreign languages, student success division, as the recipient of the Outstanding Classified/Confidential Employee of the Month Award for September 2024. Anna Fischer began her career at Cerritos College in 2002... Link to the full story about Anna

Campus Police officers and cadets commended for bravery

During the October 16 board meeting, Campus Police Chief Don Mueller presented special commendations to Cerritos College Police Officers Donte Green and Natassaja Dolgorouky, as well as Cadets Chring Lama and Dominic Foster, for their brave and professional response to an incident involving a man wielding a large machete in Parking Lot 6 on August 24, 2024. Thank you, officers and cadets for protecting our campus safety!

Now accepting nominations for outstanding faculty

The Professional Relations Committee is now accepting nominations for the Outstanding Faculty Awards! Nominate the outstanding professor, counselor, librarian or student services faculty who has inspired you. The nomination form is now open through Saturday, November 30.
View the flyer.

Job Fair October 24

Know a student looking for a job or an internship? The Fall 2024 Job Fair is coming to Student Center on Thursday, October 24, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Network with more than 30 employers! Bring copies of your resume. For more information, contact Student Employment at student-employment@cerritos.edu or call (562) 860-2451 Ext. 2395.

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Celebrate National Transfer Student Week

The Transfer Center invites you to join in creating dialogue with students about transfer to a four-year university. You are encouraged to wear your alma mater shirt or favorite university gear. 

Free nachos and a drink at the Open House on Tue., Oct. 22, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.  
Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) Workshop: Thu., Oct. 24, 1 p.m. via Zoom
CSU Application Overview: Fri., Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m. via Zoom

View the flyer for more Transfer Week events.

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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.