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… and LGBTQIA-owned businesses in the communities of East Los Angeles. The incubator works in three phases and is aligned with key California growth industry sectors such as logistics, advanced manufacturing, robotics, drone technology, … and consultation with subject matter experts. “We thank Senator Rubio for her leadership and authorship of the budget item that establishes the LACCD Small Business and Entrepreneurship Center at East Los Angeles College,” said LACCD Board … to achieve their educational goals while also strengthening the small business ecosystem in the East Los Angeles region that was disproportionately and negatively impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic,” said LACCD Board Vice President Nichelle …

… 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 … Association's President's Award. Also, in 1998, he was honored by the National Association of Hispanic Journalists with their highest award and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. … Dr. Richard Zapanta … Born in 1946, Dr. Zapanta … from Garfield High School. An avid art collector who amassed a trove of paintings and artifacts, he served on the ELAC's Vincent Price Art Museum Foundation board. True to his roots, Dr. Zapanta had long been committed to the cause of education …

… for ELAC, building upon its 2021 Honorable Mention in the same awards program. The college's continued dedication to improving educational outcomes for students of color, particularly in English and Math, has now culminated in this top honor. … 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 …

… Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has recognized ELAC as one of 50 select HSIs for their strong engagement with the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government's flagship international academic exchange program. ELAC has demonstrated … opportunities for our diverse student body. This recognition reinforces our dedication to creating a campus environment that values cultural exchange and prepares our students for success in an increasingly interconnected world." ELAC has a … cultural exchange … About The Fulbright Program: … The Fulbright Program implements a wide range of initiatives to ensure that its participants reflect all aspects of the diversity of U.S. society and societies abroad. In addition to HACU, the …

… titled Rising Scholars: Transforming Lives Through Healing, Education, and Social Justice and featured a panel discussion with current and former students who have experienced the carceral system and benefitted from the impactful Rising Scholars … 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 …

… woman of color and first woman Certified Public Accountant to hold California's top financial position. Elected in 2018 with a record 7.8 million votes, Treasurer Ma shared insights from her extensive career in public service, which includes serving in the State Assembly from 2006-2012 as Speaker pro Tempore and on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors from … in El Salvador who are told there are limits to what they can achieve," said Valle Arrue. "I wanted my climb to show them that with determination and preparation, there are no boundaries to what we can accomplish." Valle Arrue described how she …

… 13 th  and follows the Huskies during their 2021-2022 season. This will be the second time the team has been on the show with the first season showing the ups and downs of the 2019-2020 season which ended with the Huskies unable to play in their playoff game due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns. Multiple players from that season’s team have gone on to transfer to four-year universities including Joe Hampton to Cal State Long Beach, Deshaun … in the 2014-2015 season. He won the South Coast-North Men’s Coach of the year for the 6th time in 2021. We’re privileged that East LA College men’s basketball was chosen,” says Coach Mosley. “I hope everyone understands and appreciate that this …

… of the passage of this bill. AB 1096 authorizes community colleges to offer courses taught in languages other than English without requiring students to concurrently enroll in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. Previously, students wishing … 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 … in English-speaking households to be able to pursue all of their dreams,” said LACCD Board Member Gabriel Buelna, Ph.D. “With this bill, students can advance their education and learn new skills without being forced into unnecessary ESL classes.” …

… Professor Earns California Community Colleges’ Award …     … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … March 27, 2023 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager, (323) 265-8807, @email Juliet Hidalgo, LACCD Director of Communications and … Community Colleges’ Gerald C. Hayward Award for Excellence in Education. Professor Chaiprasert was selected for his work with pre-law students at ELAC. In his class, his students discover their strengths 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 …

… Champion of Higher Education for Associate Degree for Transfer … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 7, 2022 News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, ELAC College Public Relations Manager, 323-265-8807, @email … MONTEREY PARK, CA … – East Los Angeles College … awarded in the 2017-2018 academic year. “East Los Angeles College continues to be a leader in ADTs because we recognize that ADTs allow our students to fulfill transfer requirements and earn their bachelor's degree much quicker once transferred … chance to go to college and succeed. They honor schools that show exemplary efforts to improve student success every year with their Champion of Higher Education awards. To learn more about the Associate Degree for Transfer at ELAC and what …