Students explore education’s payoff at "Game of Life" Convocation

Cerritos College held its 2026–27 Student Convocation on October 14 with the theme “Game of Life.” President/Superintendent Dr. Jose Fierro emphasized that education is an investment in students’ financial security and career opportunities. Drawing a parallel to the game, he described life as a journey shaped by choices and stages. Each hour spent in class is an hour students could otherwise spend working and earning money. By pursuing an education, they are investing that time in the knowledge, skills, and credentials that can strengthen their earning potential and open doors to future opportunities.

Dr. Kimberly Rosenfeld selected for inaugural national Civic Life fellowship

Speech Communication Professor Kimberly Rosenfeld has been selected as one of 12 inaugural national Faculty Fellows in James Madison University's Centers for Civic Life program. One of only two community college faculty members chosen, she will spend the next year developing skills in deliberative dialogue, facilitation, and guiding students through difficult conversations. The fellowship offers an opportunity to collaborate with faculty nationwide to strengthen civic engagement, civil discourse, and democratic participation... Link to the full story about Kimberly

Professor Miodrag Micic recognized as SOLIDWORKS Champion

Engineering Technology Professor Miodrag “Mickey” Micic, Sc.D., Ph.D., has been named a SOLIDWORKS Champion by Dassault Systèmes, joining about 500 Champions worldwide. The program honors contributions to engineering design, education, mentorship, and the global SOLIDWORKS community. Professor Micic has worked in computer-aided design since 1988 and used SOLIDWORKS since 2002... Link to the full story about Mickey 

Campus community prepares for earthquakes during annual ShakeOut drill

Cerritos College joined millions of participants in the Great California Shakeout on October 15. At 10:15 a.m., students, faculty, and staff practiced Drop, Cover, and Hold On and then evacuated to designated areas. The drill simulated the steps to reduce potential injury and death in the event of a real earthquake. Minutes before the drill, participants received safety information via text messages through the campus emergency notification system. The college has participated since 2011. Millions of people worldwide take part in this annual event.

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Beyond the Bench: exclusive mixer with community judges October 22

Join the Cerritos College Foundation for an exciting networking event on Thursday, October 22 at 5:30 p.m., in the Conference Center. The event features a panel discussion with Cerritos College alumni:
Judge Peter Espinoza (RET.), Superior Court of Los Angeles County
Judge Maria Puente Porras, Superior Court of Los Angeles County
Judge Dennis Saab, Judge of the California State Bar Court
Judge Chris J. Frisco, Superior Court of Los Angeles County 
RSVP now!

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Join us throughout October as we bring awareness to domestic violence, healthy relationships, prevention, advocacy, and survivor support.

Self-Defense Workshop: Monday, October 19 in the Living Learning Center. RSVP required: sramos@cerritos.eduCopy Email Address 

Bystander Intervention Training: Tuesday, October 27, via MS TEAMS
Meeting ID: 213 763 412 848 086
Passcode: Vy6G4L6f

All events are from 12-1:30 p.m. 

Download the DVAM flyer for more events.

Today is the last day to register to vote!

The California November Election is around the corner. Are you registered to vote? The Cerritos College Civic Engagement workgroup encourages all students to register to vote and participate in the November 3 election. The last day to register to vote is October 19. https://registertovote.ca.gov/  

Wear Pink Wednesdays: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Join the Counseling Office in wearing pink every Wednesday this October to raise breast cancer awareness, support fighters and survivors, and honor the memory of those we've lost.