Talon Marks receives $50K from Press Forward to support local journalism

Cerritos College received a $50,000 grant from Press Forward to support local journalism. The college was selected as one of only 200 newsrooms out of 900 applications. The grant funding will allow the college’s student newspaper, Talon Marks, to publish a special magazine twice a year and build partnerships with local media outlets, community groups, and K-12 schools... Link to the full story about Press Forward grant

Peter Carr: Artist for Survival coming to Cerritos College Art Gallery – first comprehensive retrospective of poet, activist, and artist

The Cerritos College Art Gallery will showcase PETER CARR: Artist for Survival, the first comprehensive retrospective of poet, activist, and
outsider artist Peter Carr (1925-1981), from October 28 – December 13, 2024... Link to the full story about the Peter Carr exhibit

Cerritos College announces successful $224 million bond sale

The Cerritos Community College District successfully completed a $224 million bond sale to fund the modernization of its 69-year-old campus while also saving money for taxpayers. The district sold $100 million in bonds from Measure CC, which voters approved in November 2022. This sale was highly popular, attracting $219.5 million in orders from 28 investors, more than double the available amount... Link to the full story about the bond sale

Ming Chung University delegation and alumni visit Cerritos College

On October 25, guests from Ming Chung University in Taiwan visited Cerritos College. Cerritos College Dean of Liberal Arts Dr. Sunny Rothstein and Trustee Dr. Shin Liu welcomed them. The visiting delegation included Dr. Lynne Lee, vice president of international affairs and industry-academia affairs, and Mr. Andy Lee, special assistant to the president and director of digital education and the Internet television center. Six alumni of Ming Chung University also joined in the discussions about potential collaborations. Dr. Lee mentioned that the university is relocating its U.S. campus from Michigan to California State University, Long Beach.

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Rock the Vote! A virtual voter info session presented by Falcons Rising

This election involves more than just selecting a president; it includes Federal, State, County, City, and School Board races. The ballot can be confusing, so this event will clarify the issues and answer your questions! Wednesday, October 30, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. View the flyer.

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.

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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.