Mariana Alonso

Mariana Alonso, Staff Writer

Mariana Alonso is a Talon Marks staff member interested in the news, entertainment and the arts. Additionally, outside writing Mariana enjoys exploring the outdoors, picking up new arts and crafts hobbies, reading and spending time at the beach. Hoping to transfer out this semester and get into Public Relations.

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[Photo] Ponte tus moños stands proudly against ICE as they help the community and expand cultural appreciation

May 22, 2026

Dulce Reyes and her team at Mas Vida market on May 17 Photo credit: Mariana Alonso

Ponte tus moños stands proudly against ICE as they help the community and expand cultural appreciation

Mariana Alonso • May 22, 2026

Ponte tus monos brings back a warmth sense of community in hopes on continuing to spread through generations.

Cerritos College Class of 2026 is ready for the next chapter

Mariana Alonso, Staff Writer • May 5, 2026

Class of 2026 students share the sentiment that it was more than just a diploma but a self-discovery journey that helped them take the next step.

How TikTok Is Rewriting the Rules of Pop Stardom

Shylah Featherstone and Mariana Alonso • May 4, 2026

In dorm rooms, cars and late-night scrolling sessions, TikTok has become an unlikely tastemaker, transforming 15-second clips into chart-topping hits and unknown artists into household names. TikTok has...

[Photo] Cerritos College Opens 2026 Student Art Exhibition with Night of Awards and Celebration

May 4, 2026

Ceramics exhibit by various artists Photo credit: Mariana Alonso

Cerritos College Opens 2026 Student Art Exhibition with Night of Awards and Celebration

Mariana Alonso, Staff Writer • May 4, 2026

The student art exhibition brought together students, faculty and families to celebrate creativity as awards were presented, honoring standout work from across the semester.

Wings Magazine Spring 2026 – How TikTok is rewriting the rules of pop stardom

Shylah Featherstone and Mariana Alonso • April 29, 2026

[Photo] Cerritos College's beloved barista: Shaun Peak

April 24, 2026

Shaun Peak crafting coffee.

Cerritos College’s beloved barista: Shaun Peak

Mariana Alonso, Staff Writer • April 24, 2026

From engineering to coffee shop owner- Shaun Peak takes a leap of faith and turns it into a 29-year-old legacy at Cerritos College.

Change of narration erupts disapproval in Bridgeton fans

Mariana Alonso, Staff Writer • April 10, 2026

Fans rage over drastic changes of storyline for the upcoming season, expressing they are most likely to skip this season.

Timothée Chalamet reopens debate of dying arts

Mariana Alonso, Staff Writer • March 27, 2026

Are ballet and opera truly dying arts or are they just evolving into our modern day? This is a debate that sparked from Chalament’s comment spreading across the media.

Hold onto your seat: Tio Juan is about to take the stage

Mariana Alonso, Arts & Entertainment Editor • March 2, 2026

A production that will make the audience ponder on what the true meaning of life is and offer an insight and awareness on how take the first steps towards change.