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… …   … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … June 8, 2023 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email … ELAC 2023 Commencement … 2023 Commencement Header Photo … MONTEREY PARK, CA …  – East Los Angeles College … 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. …

…   … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … July 14, 2023 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email … ELAC Pathway to Law School Program Partners with Local Law Firm for Internship … MONTEREY PARK, CA … – Three … Ken Chaiprasert to identify students for the internship. Gina and Z.A. Lawyers created monthly real life law situations that were imbedded into the Pathway to Law School program. Students Angela Romero, Monique Ortega, and Jayro Nunez were a … ELAC was the foundation of my Dad and his family’s opportunity to elevate their lives and they never forgot that. ELAC has always been a big part of our family’s journey and we are honored to do our part to continue our legacy of …

… … 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 Marketing, (213) 891-2247, @email Award   … ELAC Professor … 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 …

… … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … July 22, 2024 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email SACRAMENTO, CA – East Los Angeles College (ELAC) has been selected as the winner of the 2024 Dr. John W. Rice … 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 …

… IMMEDIATE RELEASE … November 17, 2022 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, ELAC College Public Relations Manager, 323-265-8807 ,  @email … MONTEREY PARK, CA …  – The East Los Angeles College (ELAC) Men’s Basketball team will be the focus of the … 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 …

…   … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … March 14, 2025 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email   … ELAC Respiratory Therapy Students Triumph at South Coast Region Sputum Bowl, Advance to State Competition … … Region Sputum Bowl, Advance to State Competition.png MONTEREY PARK, CA – East Los Angeles College (ELAC) proudly announces that its Respiratory  Therapy (RT) students have emerged victorious at the South Coast Region Sputum Bowl, a prestigious … and Orange counties, ELAC students showcased exceptional knowledge, clinical skills, and professionalism—qualities that define excellence in respiratory care. This achievement underscores the students' unwavering dedication, tireless …

… … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2022 News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, ELAC College Public Relations Manager, 323-265-8807, @email … MONTEREY PARK, CA … – On October 26, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. East Los Angeles College (ELAC) … 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 …

… Higher Education …   … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … October 23, 2023 Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email … Language Access for All: AB1096 Removes ESL Hurdles in Higher Education … MONTEREY PARK, CA … – East Los … 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 …