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… 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.” … and an average sixty-six (66%) fill rate.  More importantly, of the 1040 students, forty-four percent (44%) were first-time community college students. This Fall 2023 Semester, LACCD is offering eighty-eight (88) in-language courses, which …

… at East Los Angeles College. This eagerly anticipated event brought together over 60 women-owned businesses, along with community leaders, visionaries, and aspiring entrepreneurs, for a day of inspiration, collaboration, and growth. The … with attendees, emphasizing the importance of women's leadership and economic empowerment in driving positive change within communities. Throughout the day, attendees had the opportunity to explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing a diverse range of women-owned businesses. From fashion and beauty to technology and wellness, the …

… for our college,” said ELAC President Alberto J. Román. The Associate Degree for Transfer is an instrumental pathway that has streamlined the transfer process for over a decade. Though community college is often thought of as a two-year … pathway. Today, the ADT has impacted the lives of nearly 490,000 students by supporting them on a faster road to transfer with guaranteed admission to the CSU system, saving students valuable time and money. And, though new research indicates that California still must make progress to support transfer students, the …

… … processed-04DFD4D6-E97A-4555-99E6-0AE99E4B4C0A MONTEREY PARK, CA – East Los Angeles College (ELAC) is proud to announce that Biology major Prisma Santiago has been named a 2025 Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholar. Santiago is one of … than 1,600 applicants, and the sole recipient from ELAC this year. The prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship provides up to $55,000 per year for up to three years to complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited four-year … has awarded almost $304 million in scholarships to more than 3,400 students from 8th grade through graduate school, along with comprehensive educational advising, career pathway counseling and other support services. The Foundation has also …

… ELAC's commitment to fostering excellence in various disciplines. Sam Molina and Sydney Zheng were also recognized with the Exemplary Achievement Award by the HTCC. This award recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding growth and academic success brought about by involvement in a community college honors program. ELAC is also proud to announce that two of its honors students, Melody Feng and Emily Fu, have been selected to participate in the 2024 Chautauqua Summer …

… facilities are second to none. Students use state-of-the-art tools and equipment. Hands-on laboratories combined with lectures that describe all the mechanical systems of modern cars and the latest computer assisted repair and testing equipment prepare … of auto repair and is housed in a state-of-the-art facility with a full range of sophisticated auto diagnostic equipment, computers, engine components, smart classrooms, an information library, and other specialized repair equipment. The ELAC …

… 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 … Justice 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. …

… CA … – Two East Los Angeles College (ELAC) faculty members and one staff member received awards during the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) Black History Month Celebration Mixer. These … Leadership Award is given to LACCD faculty or staff who have shown their achievements and leadership is in alignment with the mission of the LACCD BFSA. Award recipients in this category have proven to exhibit excellent communication skills, … 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 …

… in the East Los Angeles area for almost 80 years and I’m very much looking forward to contributing to the academic community and engaging with talented students and faculty. I especially look forward to working with faculty in English, creative writing, and …