Edgar Mendoza

Edgar Mendoza, Staff Writer

Edgar Mendoza is the current staff writer for Talon Marks, having formerly held the positions of Managing and Community Editor. He is studying Journalism at 20 years of age, and hopes to one day attend USC Annenberg to study communications. He believes there’s a bright side to everything, and hopes to one day start a publication that features positive and uplifting news.

All content by Edgar Mendoza

[Photo] Cerritos College students & staff deserve transparency and a say in return to campus

Sean Davis, Silas Bravo, and Vincent Medina • May 20, 2021

Since closing most facilities on campus in March, Cerritos College has reported a number of positive cases. President Fierro has announced a 50% reopening in the fall 2021 semester. Photo credit: Edgar...

[Photo] Cerritos ranks ninth among top 25 community colleges for Hispanic students

Janet Chavarria, Staff Writer • March 25, 2021

Cerritos College ranked ninth for colleges with Hispanic students. President Jose Fierro hopes to increase this ranking and number of AA degrees granted, as of March 23, 2021.

[Photo] Cerritos College Fitness and Weight Management Program thriving during quarantine

Silas Bravo, Staff Writer • February 3, 2021

Health and Wellness Complex is vacant as Cerritos College nears one year of virtual schooling. Fitness and Weight Management program continues to provide planned workouts and meals for students at home...

[Photo] Cerritos reports nine COVID-19 cases since March

Daniel Suarez Jr. • December 3, 2020

Cerritos College first closed in-person instruction in March and will remain mostly online for the Spring 2021 semester. Photo credit: Edgar Mendoza

[Photo] Supporting student success is main message in President’s State of the College address

Rafael Magana, Staff Writer • October 30, 2020

COVID could be infecting your relationship

Edgar Mendoza, Opinion Editor • October 16, 2020

With everything the pandemic throws at us, it's easy to project your worries onto your partner.

College needs $25 million loan

Jazmin Taha and Edgar Mendoza • October 11, 2020

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the college initially faced an over $8 million deficit, but has since reduced it to under $3 million. In order to face the loss of income provided by the state...

Stop giving hockey the cold shoulder

Edgar Mendoza, Opinion Editor • October 9, 2020

Winter is coming up, and with the snow and holidays this year comes one of the greatest but most underrated sports, hockey.

No, manifest destiny does not apply to space

Edgar Mendoza, Opinion Editor • October 4, 2020

We're going back to the moon, but no one's talking about it. Humanity must keep their eyes on the prize.

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Keanu Ruffo and Edgar Mendoza • September 30, 2020

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Keanu Ruffo and Edgar Mendoza • September 30, 2020

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Edgar Mendoza, Opinion Editor • September 30, 2020

[Photo] On-campus lab classes adapt to meet safety guidelines as college announces it will remain online for Spring semester

Vincent Medina, Staff Writer • September 28, 2020

Since March, Cerritos College is closed off to the public. During fall semester, the college allows some courses to teach their labratory on campus.

A Look Back With Oscar: ‘Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure’ A weird but fun experience

Oscar Torres and Edgar Mendoza • September 25, 2020

Jojo's Bizarre Adventure is one of Shonen Jump's greatest anime/manga franchises that has become a cult phenomenon in both Japan and the US. But how great is it for people who have been wanting to go back and see what was so good about it?

[Photo] Cerritos College places several women’s soccer coaches on leave due to allegations of misconduct and harassment

Daniel Suarez Jr. and Edgar Mendoza • August 16, 2020

Several women's soccer team members have come forth with their experiences of alleged sexual harassment. These events come following an Instagram story posted on Aug.12, 2020 by former player Ashley Webb....

[Photo] Women’s Soccer coaches and former students locked in legal battle amid ongoing investigation

Daniel Suarez Jr. and Edgar Mendoza • August 27, 2020

Following a letter stating Webb brought forth false accusations, several of the women listed as signers have come forward stating they were never contacted and had no knowledge of the letter. Several parties,...

[Photo] Performing Arts Center construction ‘still on schedule,’ set to open Fall 2021

Daniel Suarez Jr., News Editor • September 11, 2020

View from the South side of the new Performing Arts Center. Construction has been underway for more than a year after breaking ground on Mar. 6.

PG&E: Profit, Greed and Evil

Oscar Torres, Edgar Mendoza, and Sean Davis • September 11, 2020

It's time for the power company giant, to share that power with the people. Battling climate change and democratizing energy are interconnected struggles.

Protests against police brutality have sparked a wave of police and white supremacist brutality

Sean Davis, Edgar Mendoza, and Josselyn Garay • September 4, 2020

The police continue to murder and beat people. White supremacists are attacking protesters in the streets. Is it any surprise that the nation's blood is boiling?

Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase: Giving Third-Parties A Chance to Shine

Oscar Torres and Edgar Mendoza • August 31, 2020

With Nintendo's silence regarding their first-party games, many fans were expecting a general Direct. Instead, we got a Direct Mini Partner Showcase.

Stop judging others for what they collect

Edgar Mendoza • August 21, 2020

Everyone likes something different, and putting someone's hobbies down only makes you look bad.

Congress during COVID: The best circus in town

Edgar Mendoza, Keanu Ruffo, and Mirella Vargas • August 21, 2020

If you're looking for jokes, look no further than how our government treats small businesses during this pandemic.

A Look Back With Oscar: ‘Dragon Ball Z’

Oscar Torres and Edgar Mendoza • August 21, 2020

Dragon Ball Z is one of the biggest anime in the world, inspiring fans and animators alike. With the series finished, does it still hold up today?

Those with COVID-19 are not the virus incarnate

Edgar Mendoza, Opinion Editor • August 14, 2020

Just because we have the virus, does not mean we are the disease itself.