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… … – On October 11, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. East Los Angeles College (ELAC) will make history by becoming the first Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) college to raise the LGBTQ+ Progress Pride Flag in solidarity. ELAC President Alberto J. … new Husky Pride Center and for the ELAC LGBTQ+ community to welcome all participants. "As an individual with a stigmatized identity, coming from the trans community, I continue hoping that my proximity around cisgender individuals lessens otherization practices imposed onto trans bodies. This October 11th …

… 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 …

… respiratory therapy, health technicians, administration of justice. “The voters trusted LACCD to bring forth projects that create the opportunities for first-class workforce training,” said Nichelle Henderson, President of the Board of Trustees said. “Investing in facilities that create real-life scenarios to give our students critical hands-on training to practice critical skills ensure the … and gathering spaces. “Since 1945, East Los Angeles College has been the beacon for academic opportunity and upward mobility for the underserved communities we serve,” said Monte Perez, ELAC Interim President. “The new building will enable …

… 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 ELAC open and …

… in 1946, the California Geographical Society is the oldest statewide geographic organization. They promote the interaction between academic and applied geographers, as well as members of the general public who share an interest in geography. The annual conference feature high quality scholarship from student geographers, professors, and professional geographers from the public and private sectors in …

… ELAC Recognized as the #1 Community College in the US for Hispanic Student Enrollment … ELAC Recognized as the #1 Community College in the US for … on Education’s annual top 100 issue. Our student’s success is of the utmost importance to me, and these rankings are proof that ELAC students are succeeding as well as a testament to the cultural vibrancy, resiliency, wisdom, and perseverance of … community,” said ELAC President Alberto J. Román. The Hispanic Outlook on Education is a national monthly magazine that provides education news, innovations, networking, resources and the latest trends impacting students from kindergarten …

… guests, including María Elena Durazo, California Senator for District 26, and Sasha Renée Pérez, Vice Mayor for the City of Alhambra. Senator Durazo and Vice Mayor Pérez’s stirring addresses resonated 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 …

… husky herald large This is the first issue of the Husky Herald Newsletter. This newsletter will be published monthly giving ELAC faculty, staff, and students a fun way to see what is happening on campus.  The office of Marketing and Communications is … community and valuable resources. Hong also benefited from the Warrior Scholar Project (WSP), a unique national program that empowers student veterans. ELAC's partnership with WSP has enabled numerous student veterans to attend summer programs …

… and Administrators who celebrated their academic success.  ELAC President Dr. Alberto Román was joined by Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Board of Trustees member David Vela, ELAC Faculty and Academic Senate President Leticia … 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,” … have the resources to be able to go to class every day. I congratulate all the graduates and know that they all have the capacity to make this world and community a better place,” said LACCD Board of Trustees President David Vela. 2024 Graduation …

… and Administrators who celebrated their academic success.  ELAC President Dr. Alberto Román was joined by Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Board of Trustees President David Vela, ELAC Faculty and Academic Senate President Jeffrey … 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 … more powerful united and I cannot wait to see how you as students are going to take the future into your hands and make it better for you and your community. It is true that one member of the family who earns a degree can lift up the whole family. …