… site visit from March 8th through March 10th. The ACCJC team will be comprised of the following individuals. Dr. Carole Goldsmith, ACCJC Chair, State Center Community College District Chancellor Dr. Ricky Shabazz, ACCJC Vice Chair, San Diego …
… Freedom Through the Act of Letter Writing … Love letters, art, poetry, and education serve as transformative forces that empower formerly-incarcerated individuals to reclaim their freedom and pursue justice. Love Letters is a series of presidential-style portraits that highlight formerly-incarcerated women and men who are making a difference in their communities. The series also underscores the transcendent power of writing and how writing letters to loved ones is an act that enables prisoners to remain rooted in their humanity. Through each portrait and “love letter” that accompanies it, …
… commitment to expanding educational opportunities. The college community has an important role to play in this process and that is why we are reaching out. We believe each member of the community - faculty, administration, staff, and students - … and programming to remedy these gaps. … Goal 3 … : Sustaining community-centered access, participation, and preparation that improves the college's presence in the community, maximizes access to higher education and opportunities for adult … In collaboration with the LACCD Mission, ELAC is committed to advancement in student learning and achievement that prepares students to transfer to 4-year institutions, successfully complete workforce development programs, earn …
… a former trustee of the Los Angeles Community College District, I thank Governor Newsom for recognizing the huge impact that AB 1096 will have on students. Our community colleges should serve and advance opportunities for all people, including … classes.” The Los Angeles Community College District recently surveyed thousands of students, and the results indicated that 66% of respondents were interested in taking a course taught in a language other than English. Most of these students … related to Education, Child Development, Family Services, and Business and Finance. One in three students responded that a new, better, or higher-paying job was the reason they would take these courses. “This bill is a win for language …
… of Soul" event at East Los Angeles College! Join us on February 15, 2024, at noon in the E3/E7 Quad for a culinary journey that pays homage to the soulful cuisines that have shaped Black culture. Indulge your taste buds in a feast of soul food classics, featuring mouthwatering dishes that capture the essence of Southern, Caribbean, and African-American culinary traditions. United States … …
… Campos, and Joseph Darby … Monterey Park, CA … — East Los Angeles College (ELAC) Theater Department is proud to announce that six students from its renowned Summer Shakespeare Workshop were cast in A Noise Within's recent production of Macbeth. … Acting Fellowship program typically places two students in ANW productions, our talented pool was so exceptional this year that A Noise Within selected six of our students to participate," said Vanessa Mizzone Pellegrini, Theater Arts Faculty at … nation's premier classical repertory companies. ELAC's Summer Shakespeare Workshop is a unique 5-week intensive program that offers four progressive levels of Shakespearean training. The workshop provides specialized instruction in period …
… student exchanges, research projects, and scholarly visits, both institutions aim to provide educational opportunities that enable individuals to achieve their full potential. The signing ceremony took place at the Salvadoran Consulate on April … community and promoting educational excellence. By joining forces with UNIVO, we can create impactful opportunities that will benefit students and enrich our communities." As both institutions embark on this collaborative journey, they look forward to implementing innovative programs and initiatives that will empower Salvadoran community members and foster cross-cultural exchange and understanding. … About East Los Angeles …
… outcomes for traditionally underrepresented students,” said ELAC President Alberto J. Román. “At ELAC, we believe that education is the great equalizer, and this award reaffirms our mission to provide accessible, high-quality education that transforms lives and strengthens our diverse communities. We are honored to receive the 2024 Dr. John W. Rice Diversity … Diversity and Equity Award, established in 2001, honors community college staff members, districts, colleges, or programs that have made exceptional contributions towards faculty and staff diversity or student equity. Dr. John W. Rice, who served …
… program is a vital resource to our students who have experienced the carceral system. The complete wrap around services that the scholars receive ensure that they can focus on their academic and career goals,” said ELAC President Alberto J. Roman. The day kicked off with a … “The Rising Scholars program has impacted my life and my academic goal by simply knowing I have endless support and that I'm not alone,” said ELAC Rising Scholar Isaac Gonzales. … About Education Justice Rising Scholars Program … ELAC …
… game, but in only three years, he found himself on the Spanish broadcast team for the first Dodgers season in Los Angeles. That was the start of one of the longest tenures for any sports broadcaster spanning 64 full seasons. In 1998, Jarrín … received the Ford C. Frick Award from the Baseball Hall of Fame, becoming the second Spanish-language broadcaster to win that award. In February 1998, Jarrín was the first recipient of the Southern California Broadcaster Association's President's …