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… He is on the advisory committee of the ELAC Journalism Department. In his acceptance speech, Padilla said was excited that his ELAC journalism professor Jean Stapleton was in attendance. Stapleton, who is still teaching at ELAC, said she was … thrilled to see one of her former students receive such a high honor. “I’m so proud of Steve and all he has achieved and I appreciate the fact that, even though he is in demand as a writing coach at newspapers across the country, he always takes time to make a …

… 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 … college district, educating about 210,000 students annually at its nine colleges that serve the residents of more than 36 cities and communities from 900 square miles of Los Angeles County. Since 1969, the District has been providing an …

… equity gaps. By starting in transfer-level English, completion rates have tripled for Black students and more than doubled for Latinx students. In math, completion rates have quadrupled for Black students and Latinx students . “East … for all our students, particularly our black and students of color, is a priority for our college, given the communities that we serve. I want to thank all our faculty, staff and administrators who helped us to reach this milestone and I will continue to strive to make …

… $40,000 Gift to Strengthen Basic Needs Support … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … December 18, 2023 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email … Investing in Education: Supervisor Janice Hahn and … Hahn to give remarks. “These students should get the support they need so they can focus on their educations rather than where they are going to sleep tonight,” said Supervisor Janice Hahn. “I applaud East Los Angeles College’s commitment to … (27%) or often true (14%) when asked if they had to worry about stable housing in the last 12 months. This is also higher than the national community college average of 21% sometimes true and 8% often true. "Thanks to the unwavering commitment and …

… staff, students, and the community at large. “I am proud of all three of our award winners here at ELAC. The amazing work that each one of them does here on campus to continue to advance social justice and racial equity is admirable.  I want to thank the LACCD Black Faculty and Staff Association for the work they do for our campus communities,” said ELAC President …

… at Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … February 23, 2024 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email   Website Event Media Template ELAC Theater Arts … 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 …

… ELAC Partners with MUSD to Offer AA Dual Enrollment Pathway … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … June 23, 2023 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email … MONTEREY PARK, CA … – Officials from East Los … gain certificates free of tuition and textbook fees while still in high school. The courses are stackable which means that each fulfills the requirement for the next course which eventually leads to a degree or certificate. Dual enrollment is …

… and Addiction Studies Program Awarded $8.1 Million in Grants … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … July 25, 2023 … News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, College Public Relations Manager (323) 265-8807 | @email … ELAC Department of Psychology and Addiction Studies …

… reflects our collective belief in the power of education to transform lives. Through these scholarships, we are empowering deserving students to unlock their full potential and make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond." The ELAC Foundation Board would like to thank all the ELAC Scholarship Committee members for their time, effort, and dedication to the scholarship selection process. … commitment to this task exemplifies the values of our institution and embodies the spirit of generosity and opportunity that lies at the heart of our scholarship program. … About East Los Angeles College Foundation … East Los Angeles College …