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… as Harvard, USC, UCLA, Stanford, and more. “Graduates, there is a world of opportunities waiting for you. It is understood that your degree will propel your career, open doors, provide financial stability, and advance opportunities for success,” … “The attainment of your degree, however, means so much more than self-fulfillment. It means giving your communities hope that the future is bright and beautiful and is painted with people who look like you. It means gaining a seat at the table … and aspire to follow in your footsteps.” “LACCD takes the responsibility of educating you all very seriously. We ensure that all you students have the resources to be able to go to class every day. I congratulate all the graduates and know that …

… ELAC campus. LumenSparQ’s mission is to spotlight and support local Los Angeles heroes in education. A SparQ is a student that goes above and beyond the regular school day to take on a passion project that impacts others in need. Brooke’s story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Born and raised in Los … during Brooke’s first year at college she fell seriously ill and for seven agonizing years, she battled various symptoms that doctors either ignored or did not properly diagnose. She finally was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, a form of …

… remarks to the class of 2023 and each gave advice and wisdom. “You each have your own unique narrative and dreams and that is what makes each of you special. Life is not about what others want and expect from you. It is about what you want and expect for yourself. I want to remind each of you that you are always in control of your life and future and you should never give that up,” said ELAC President Alberto J. Román “We are more powerful united and I cannot wait to see how you as students are …

… Randy Lutz Allied Design and Technology Award Regional Honorable Mention in Makeup Design, demonstrating her innovative approach and successful makeup design process. Miriam Cervantes was honored with the LMDA Early Career Dramaturgy Award, … community. "In the theater, excellence is not just about the spotlight; it's about the dedication, creativity, and passion that our students bring to every aspect of their craft. Congratulations to all our ELAC Theater Arts students who …

… from their diversity and use pedagogical strategies to harness the power of their unique backgrounds. “I tell my students that everything about them – whether they are undocumented, have a physical disability, or were formerly incarcerated – are the strengths that will help them become the awesome champions for immigrants, the disabled/differently-abled, and system-impacted … go above and beyond to create engaging and rigorous teaching and learning environments.” "I am very proud of all the work that Professor Chaiprasert has done here at ELAC. This award speaks to his dedication, leadership and ethic of care for our …

… 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 …

… 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 …

… 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 …