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Cerritos College • Norwalk, Calif.

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ASCC President-elect Lance Makinano is being inaugurated into office. Former president Jasmin Ramirez congratulates Makinano

[Photo] Makinano, Lopez inaugurated during final senate meeting of semester

May 2, 2012

ASCC President-elect Lance Makinano is being inaugurated into office. Former president Jasmin Ramirez congratulates Makinano

Student senate passed SR11-001, also known as the Vote of No Confidence legislation, with 24 ayes, two nays, and two abstentions. The bill will now be passed over to be reviewed by the Board of Trustees on April 25.

[Photo] ASCC senate approves vote of no confidence

April 18, 2012

Student senate passed SR11-001, also known as the Vote of No Confidence legislation, with 24 ayes, two nays, and two abstentions. The bill will now be passed over to be reviewed by the Board of Trustees...

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Women’s basketball makes it to the second round of playoffs

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli February 22, 2012

Talon Marks Online Sports Freshman forward Diamond Roberts was able rack in 25 points to lead Cerritos in its 75-59 win over El Camino College on Saturday in the team's final conference game of the...

Rendon’s 18 points assists Falcons in win over LBCC

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli February 6, 2012

Freshmen Andrina Rendon led the Cerritos College women’s basketball team with 18 points in their 70-52 win over rival Long Beach City College. “We had no doubt that we were going to win today. We...

Rendon leads charge in women’s basketball’s win over short-handed Cougars

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli January 24, 2012

Freshman point guard Marissa Rendon led the Cerritos College women’s basketball team in its 63-33 win over Los Angeles Southwest College in its seventh South Coast Conference game on Jan 14. “Though...

Women’s basketball wins two in a row against ECC Compton

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli January 22, 2012

Defeating El Camino College Compton Center for the second time in a row, Cerritos College women’s basketball won 94-44 on Saturday at Gahr High School. This was Cerritos’ fifth win in a row. “I...

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Posthumous album gives Amy Winehouse new life

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli November 29, 2011

Pete Moye'Arts Button Amy Winehouse's first posthumous album, Lioness: Hidden Treasures, is nothing less than expected: great. Winehouse's third overall album is compiled with songs released on her two...

Nov. 16, 2011 – Page 8- Sports

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez November 15, 2011

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Commissioner of Student Services, David Aguirre (right) wrote a letter of impeachment for ASCC President Jasmin Ramirez and addressed it during the Cabinet meeting on Nov 14. Aguirres explanation for the letter of impeachment isnt necessarily to take Ramirez out of office, but to put pressure on her administration to do more for the school and the students.

[Photo] ASCC President faces possible impeachment

November 15, 2011

Commissioner of Student Services, David Aguirre (right) wrote a letter of impeachment for ASCC President Jasmin Ramirez and addressed it during the Cabinet meeting on Nov 14. Aguirre's explanation for...

Sophomore midfielder Alex Ayala practices dribbling the ball in a drill. The Falcons have a bye during the first round of playoffs.

[Photo] Men’s soccer has first-round bye going into playoffs

November 15, 2011

Sophomore midfielder Alex Ayala practices dribbling the ball in a drill. The Falcons have a bye during the first round of playoffs.

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‘Basketball never stops’ thanks to the college level

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez November 15, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button As proclaimed in Nike’s newest advertisement that is led by the Oklahoma City Thunder’s star forward Kevin Durant, “Basketball never stops.” But with the cancellation...

Nov. 9, 2011 – Page 6 – Sports

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Dave Ward Technical Director and Designer

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez November 7, 2011

Dave Ward, Cerritos College Theater Department Technical Director and Designer, has designed, built and recycled sets for the department, along with instructing the portable entertainment technology classes...

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Congresswoman Grace Napolitano to speak at Veterans Day celebration

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez November 4, 2011

Pete Moye'News Button After Congresswoman Grace Napolitano appears at a panel for Cerritos College mental health awareness, she will also attend the fourth annual Veterans Day celebration hosted by the...

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Alvarez, Covarrubias contribute in Cerritos’ 5-2 win against LBCC

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli November 1, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button Freshman midfielder Christian Alvarez, who had one goal and one assist, helped the Cerritos College men's soccer team in its 5-2 victory over Long Beach City College in its last...

El Camino freshman Kevin Alfaro hanging in the air after launching the ball toward Cerritos goal. Cerritos defense held El Camino to 1 shot on its goal at the end of the first half.

Men’s soccer shuts out El Camino in conference play

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli October 31, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button Freshmen Forward Angel Ayala led the Cerritos College men's soccer team in goals in a 5-0 South Coast Conference game against El Camino College, helping the team continue its five-game...

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Falcons defeat Cougars in double-overtime victory

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez October 30, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button A rushing touchdown from running back Cory Westbrook ignited a double-overtime home victory for the Cerritos College football team (5-2, 3-0) over conference opponent College of...

Oct. 26, 2011 – Page 6 – Sports

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez October 25, 2011

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ASCC award applications now available

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli October 24, 2011

Pete Moye'News Button ASCC award applications are currently available at the Student Activities Office, and online at http://cms.cerritos.edu/activities/awards-program.htm, up until Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. The...

Falcons wide receiver Lindsey Anderson (left) is being tackled by an El Camino College defender (right) during the Cerritos College football teams 42-21 victory at Falcon Stadium on Saturday. Anderson had 52 yards on five catches.

Falcons get second conference win in a double digit upset

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez October 23, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button The Homecoming matchup proved to be favorable for the Cerritos College football team with wide receiver Robert Abeyta grabbing two of the team's five touchdowns as the Falcons...

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Lockers on campus are just as important as the ones in high school

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez October 20, 2011

Although students today do not need to carry as many things to school, Cerritos College students are still in terrible need of on-campus lockers. Pete Moye'Opinion Button The fact that some will not...

Freshman midfielder Carlos Escobar works the ball against an East Los Angeles College defender in the Falcons 3-1 win on Tuesday. Escobar has played in 13 games this season.

[Photo] 3-1 victory moves Men’s soccer to 12-1-1

October 18, 2011

Freshman midfielder Carlos Escobar works the ball against an East Los Angeles College defender in the Falcons' 3-1 win on Tuesday. Escobar has played in 13 games this season.

Oct. 12, 2011 – Page 6 – Sports

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez October 12, 2011

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Freshman Michael Skinas saves one of Grossmont Colleges shots Saturday morning. The Falcons lost 15-5, but came back to beat Orange Coast College, 9-7, in the second game of the day.

[Photo] Falcons break even at RCC Tournament

October 9, 2011

Freshman Michael Skinas saves one of Grossmont College's shots Saturday morning. The Falcons lost 15-5, but came back to beat Orange Coast College, 9-7, in the second game of the day.

Triathlon Clubs president Christopher De Maree  explains the plans for the Playa del Rey triathlon. The event is going to be held on Oct 16.

[Photo] Triathlon Club to participate in Playa del Rey triathlon

October 9, 2011

Triathlon Clubs president Christopher De Maree explains the plans for the Playa del Rey triathlon. The event is going to be held on Oct 16.

International Students Association candidate Yeim Bae (Left), with club members Abner Caguina (middle right), and Aljen Medillio (right) campaign for Bae. She is one of the women who made it to Homecoming Court.

[Photo] Homecoming elections begin

October 8, 2011

International Students Association candidate Yeim Bae (Left), with club members Abner Caguina (middle right), and Aljen Medillio (right) campaign for Bae. She is one of the women who made it to Homecoming...

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Men’s soccer team defeats Pasadena City College 6-1

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli October 3, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button With sophomore goalkeepers Danny Lizama having three goal saves, and defenders preventing Pasadena City College to score in the second half, the Falcons men’s soccer team defeated...

Sept. 29, 2011 – Page 8 – Sports

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 29, 2011

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Volleyball digs into Breast Cancer awareness

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 29, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button During the month of October, the women's volleyball team will take part in The Side-Out Foundation's National Dig Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Rally. Proceeds will benefit Breast...

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Music Applied Program benefits students music majors

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli September 27, 2011

Pete Moye'Arts Button “I’ve been in this (music applied program) for almost six years, and it has helped me immensely. It helped me get closer with my teacher, and gain new ideas while working with...

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Bike theft increases on campus

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 25, 2011

Pete Moye'News Button Reports of on campus bicycle thefts have increased since the start of the fall semester and according to Cerritos College Chief of Police, Richard Bukowiecki, students may not be...

Repealing is the first step

Repealing is the first step

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 23, 2011

Pete Moye'Opinion Button The forefathers of this country may not exactly have had the laws in mind to protect those individuals who are homosexual, but with prejudice acts not being acceptable anymore,...

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Odd mix-tape from The Wolf Gang

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 21, 2011

Pete Moye'Arts Button With one MTV Video Music Award and two nominations, the formerly underground rap super-group Odd Future Wolfgang Kill Them All has released the second mixtape from group member...

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Smokers already put outdoors like pets, whats next?

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 19, 2011

Pete Moye'Opinion Button Smokers have already been put outdoors, pushed away from buildings a specific distance and just about anything else humans do to their pets. In a world where common sense has...

Men and women cross country teams compete in Tennessee tournament

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 19, 2011

Both finishing in 13th place at The Commodore meet at Vanderbilt University, The Cerritos College men and women cross country team's had 15 runners compete on Friday and Saturday. The event was held in...

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Cheerleaders should share same benefits as other teams on campus

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli September 19, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button Cheerleaders have to practice, travel with the football team, and have to wear a very pricey uniform like the rest of the Cerritos College athletic teams. Since that’s the case,...

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Homecoming court applications out now, most spots filled

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli September 15, 2011

Click Here to listen to Holly Bogdanovich, the director of student activities discuss the homecoming court and float applications. Pete Moye'News Button Homecoming season began Monday when Homecoming...

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Knowles brings back the “old-school” fans

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli September 15, 2011

Pete Moye'Arts Button The recently released album, “4,” by Beyonce Knowles, is a breath of fresh air to listen to compared to many of the current pop albums that have been released in the past three...

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Talking in the library can be a help to students

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli September 14, 2011

Pete Moye'Opinion Button The library was made for people to get their the schoolwork and studying done, so if students need to converse and make some noise to better the experience, by all means, go ahead. One...

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Athletic benefits are sole reason why some join teams

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 12, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button Is it for the love of the game? Or is it mainly to keep busy? In reality, playing college sports for students is basically the only way to get to the next level of education...

Offensive tackle Joel Palafox.

Offensive lineman Palafox ejected from home opener

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 11, 2011

Offensive tackle Joel Palafox. Cerritos College football Offensive Lineman Joel Palafox was involved in a physical altercation with two Cerritos College defensive backs and was ejected during the Falcons'...

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Women’s soccer team doubles its winning streak over weekend

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli September 9, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button In the first five minutes of the second half, the Cerritos College women’s soccer team was able to make a second half comeback to beat Cosumnes River College, 2-1, in its home...

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Falcons’ Fennell throws away game in final minutes

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez September 6, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button In a rematch of last season's opener, Los Angeles Harbor College freshman quarterback Chris Smith and sophomore running back Theron West ran for over 280 yards and four touchdowns...

Aug. 31, 2011 – Page 5 – Sports

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez August 31, 2011

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Hurricane Irene not a factor for women’s soccer

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez August 29, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button On one of the last flights to arrive in New York this past weekend and just missing the effects of hurricane Irene, the Cerritos College women’s soccer team started the season...

Students invited to visit clubs

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli August 29, 2011

Students will be able to learn about the clubs and activities Cerritos College has to offer during this years Club Info Day, happening today from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. in Falcon Square, 5:30 p.m.-7p.m. at...

Diets don’t need to be ‘healthy,’ just exercise

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli August 29, 2011

At school, students already have to worry about studying and getting to class on time. Would worrying about the healthy choices of food being sold at school really be a big subject to be worrying about? According...

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Women should not be allowed to walk around topless

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez August 29, 2011

Pete Moye'Opinion Button The average male college student would most likely jump for joy having heard such a law was passed, but it is a terrible idea for America to pass an equal topples law for both...

Aug. 24, 2011 – Page 6 – Sports

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez August 24, 2011

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New Athletic Director Dan Clauss

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez August 21, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button The Cerritos College athletic department held a conference for athletes participating in the 2011-2012 school year on Friday, Aug 19, which also introduced the new Athletic Director,...

Quarterback Morgan Fennell is in the middle of the football teams ladder drills during practice. He and sophmore Brandon Denker are in a battle for the starting quarterback position.

[Photo] Falcons to return with depth as QB battle ensues

August 20, 2011

Quarterback Morgan Fennell is in the middle of the football team's ladder drills during practice. He and sophmore Brandon Denker are in a battle for the starting quarterback position.

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Drinking age debate is a civil rights issue

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez August 19, 2011

Pete Moye'Opinion Button The drinking age must be lowered. Not only does it contradict our civil rights, but it causes our youth to unnecessarily rebel. It’s not like underage drinking doesn’t happen...

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Mentoring program offers guidance to students who are single parents

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli August 18, 2011

Pete Moye'News Button After a brief hiatus, the CARE department and Marcia Chaney will be bringing back the “CARE Mentoring Program.” “This program will be great to bridge students who need help...

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Women’s soccer to play season opener in New York

Philip Okoli and Philip Okoli August 16, 2011

Pete Moye'Sports Button Finishing last season with a 21-2-2 record, the Cerritos College women’s soccer team has their sights set on improving their game and bringing home a championship as they get...

Cerritos College hosts movie nights this summer

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez July 8, 2011

The Toy Story Trilogy will be among the six movies shown this summer at the Cerritos College Aquatic Center for the first annual "Movie Night at the Pool", starting at 7:30 PM, July 8 and ending August...

B.Rod-The Cerritos College dance department Choreographers Showcase

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez May 10, 2011

The Cerritos College Dance Department held the Choreographer Showcase on Tuesday, Hosted and put together by dance instructor Maha Afra. The event scheduled 32 different performances.                                                                                                                                  ...

Falcons named All-Conference amid playoffs

Falcons named All-Conference amid playoffs

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez May 9, 2011

Three members of the Cerritos College baseball team gained 1st team All-South Coast Conference honors while head Coach Ken Gaylord was voted the conference's coach of the year.   Sophomore Tim Soonthorngarun...

Several runnings backs work out with Locomotives running back coach Amp Lee during a tryout on Saturday.

Las Vegas Locomotives gamble with tryouts

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez May 9, 2011

The Las Vegas Locomotives of the United Football League held tryouts for the upcoming season on Saturday at Falcon Stadium. Jim Fassel, current Locomotive Head Coach, General Manager and President, believes...

Derk Siddiqui fist lost of season

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez May 3, 2011

  Sophomore Tennis player Derek Siddiqui was defeated for the first time in his singles play this season, (2-6,5-7) in the championship match at the 111th Annual Ojai Tennis Tournament against Glendale...

Baseball to face Cuesta in first round of playoffs

Baseball to face Cuesta in first round of playoffs

Brandon Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez May 2, 2011

The Cerritos College baseball team (21-14) won the South Coast Conference and will play against Cuesta College (22-14) on Friday in their first game of the Southern California Regional Playoffs. Cerritos...

Psychology professor Dr. Todd Gaffney receives his award for Outstanding Faculty Member at the Faculty Awards Ceremony held on April 28

Gaffney honored at Faculty Awards

Philip Okoli May 2, 2011

Instructors were honored for their work and time during the Faculty Awards Ceremony April 28, including psychology professor Dr. Todd Gaffney, who was named Most Outstanding Faculty Member. "I have worked...

B.Rod-Coach Porch

Brandon Rodriguez April 28, 2011

Former Cerritos College and Texas Christian University football player,  Lou Porch will be replacing Rich Ruiz as running back coach for next season. Porch has recently made the transition from...

Cerritos student uses music to raise money for foster children

Brandon Rodriguez April 28, 2011

"I don't want to be this ‘Warped Tour-superstar' or anything like a false idol anymore, so I decided that I'm going to raise money." For singer, songwriter and public relations major Rocky Kim,...

Music filled the air with bands during the financial aid fair

Brandon Rodriguez April 25, 2011

Two bands performed during the Financial Aid Awareness Fair on Monday. The concert started at 11 a.m. and lasted for an hour, starting with solo performer Taylor Collins and finishing with the band,...

Spring football-Brandon.r

Brandon ROdriguez April 13, 2011

The Cerritos College football team will not have last season's starting quarterback Kane Wilson, but head coach Frank Mazzotta is still positive about the two quarterbacks who are trying out for the position. Wilson...

Brando.R-Rocky Kim

Brandon Rodriguez April 13, 2011

    Playing shows, and selling music  to help orphanages is exactly what Public relations major Rocky Kim will start to do on June 1, under the band name of "Comeback Alive".   "I...

POkoli FSZ Are you caught up with the current events?

Philip Okoli April 12, 2011

Analey Velasquez (English Major)   "As far as current events go, I read the student newspaper (Talon Marks) every Wednesday. As far as the news on television, I haven't watched much since the earthquakes...

Men’s tennis advances to regional tournament

Brandon Rodriguez April 11, 2011

The Cerritos College men's tennis team advanced four single players and two doubles teams to the Southern California Regional Tournament. In the quarterfinals, sophomore Jony Chai defeated teammate and...

Jasmin Rameriez was named ASCC Preident for the fall of 2011.

ASCC President, Vice President and Student Trustee Named

Philip Okoli April 11, 2011

Jasmin Ramirez, with her running mate Julian Del Real-Calleros and Areal Hughes were announced as the president, vice president, and student trustee-elect for the next school year hours after the...

Poetry Slam rewards students work

Poetry Slam rewards students’ work

Philip Okoli April 1, 2011

Judges chose deaf student Francisco Arias as the winner of the $75 prize of the second annual Poetry Slam, for his performance of his original poem, "Essence." The Library Club opened the doors for the...

Freshman diver Maleno Van Zitter practices before her next meet. Van Zitter also swims in the California Science Center.

Van Zitter conquers the pool, ocean and dance floor

Brandon Rodriguez March 29, 2011

Freshman Maleno Van Zitter represents Cerritos College in the pool, on the stage and in the ocean. Not only is Van Zitter a member of the diving team, but she also dances in the school Dance Department...

B.Rodriguez-Cerritos/lbcc rivalry

Brandon Rodriguez March 20, 2011

In sports, rivalries can be the most anticipated games of the season for the fans and most importantly the players and coaching staff. The Lakers have the Celtics, USC has UCLA and the most visible...

Sanchez wins Mr. Cerritos

Sanchez wins Mr. Cerritos

Philip Okoli March 18, 2011

Crowd members all enjoyed watching this year's edition of Mr. Cerritos on March 16, with Anime Club's German Sanchez winning the title, and with Kabarkada club's Chris Strawder coming in second. "I am...

ASCC President Felipe Grimaldo and Faculty Senate Debra Moore enjoy judging the Chili Cook Off competition. Three winners were awarded one for most unique chili, one for the hottest chili and another for judges favorite.

Students compete in the Chili Cook Off

Brandon Rodriguez March 18, 2011

The Associated Students of Cerritos College held the Annual Chili cook-off during Hoe Down Days on March 16. Contestants competed in three different categorize and the Winners were announced in the Student...

Where do our athletes come from?

Brandon Rodriguez March 18, 2011

 While the mailing address of Cerritos College is located in the city of Norwalk, the remaining parts of the campus are in the city of Cerritos. Obviously, not all the students went to high school...

Fashion is displayed at Spring Festival

Fashion is displayed at Spring Festival

Philip Okoli March 15, 2011

The fifth annual Spring Festival marked the first year Cerritos College students were able to take part in the performances. The main event of the day, which took place on Saturday, was the international...

Falcons serve El Camino College

Falcons serve El Camino College

Brandon Rodriguez March 15, 2011

The Cerritos College men's tennis team (10-2) swept El Camino College, 3-0, its doubles matches while winning five of the six matches in singles on Tuesday. The team's undefeated No. 2 singles player...

Brandon.R-Baseball preview

Brandon Rodriguez March 15, 2011

The Cerritos College Baseball team (6-6, 2-1) began the second series of the South Coast Conference against El Camino College Compton Center (record) on Monday.    In the first series of the...

Students and community residents alike enjoy the festivities at the Spring Festival. The Spring Festival celebrates the Chinese New Year.

Spring Festival returns to Cerritos

Philip Okoli March 14, 2011

The Chinese Culture Association of Southern California, the Cerritos Chinese School, and Cerritos College drew large crowds during the fifth annual Spring Festival. The festival had events that showed...

Provide public schools with proper priorities

Brandon Rodriguez March 13, 2011

The debate between public and private schools are present throughout an individuals whole life, from the time you were born to the time they are applying for universities and finally deciding which schools...

Falcon Fashionista

Brandon Rodriguez March 8, 2011

Talon Marks began a new weekly online slideshow called Falcon Fashionista, about Cerritos College students and their fashion.   The first edition consisted of three students that were on campus...

Students recognized at the Burnies

Students recognized at the Burnies

Philip Okoli March 8, 2011

Awards and scholarships were given to students who participate in the film and theater programs at the 2011 edition of the Burnie Awards ceremony. This year, 14 film and theater students were honored...

Falcons open series with a win

Brandon Rodriguez March 7, 2011

 The Cerritos College baseball team defeated Pasadena City College 5-2, on Tuesday for the first game of the series that will conclude their meetings for the year. The Falcons began the South Coast...

Deadline for chili cook-off is near

Brandon Rodriguez March 7, 2011

Students, faculty and staff who can make the best chili are urged to apply for the Cerritos College Chili Cook-off, on March 16. The cook-off will be a part of the Spring time Hoe Down The deadline...

FSZ: How Familiar Are you With Priority Enrollment

Philip Okoli March 7, 2011

  James David Lawver (Film Major)   "I didn't know there was a such thing as priority enrollment at this school; I just remember getting a letter in the mail saying ‘this is when you...

Where is the construction money going?

Brandon Rodriguez March 6, 2011

There have been a ridiculous number of unfinished and poorly planned buildings for college campuses in the Los Angeles Community College District for the past 10 years Whole projects being abandoned and...

Culinary Arts debuts new menu

Culinary Arts debuts new menu

Brandon Rodriguez March 1, 2011

The Culinary Arts Department hosted the second themed menu of the spring series in the Student Center, which started on March 1 and finished on March 3. The event cost $10 and was RSVP-only, with 20...

POkoli FSZ:Do you think Government Should Cut Funds From PLanned Parenthood

Philip Okoli February 28, 2011

Daniel Shaffer (Linguistics Major) -"I think not because Planned Parenthood is here for a reason; its here to help teen mothers and other expecting mothers. We shouldnt cut money on something that has...

Falcons bounced out of the playoffs

Philip Okoli February 26, 2011

The Cerritos College basketball team failed to pick up the victory against Riverside Community College, 68 to 66, ending there run to the state championship in the second round of the Southern California...

Track and field runs through the rain in the Cerritos Invitational

Brandon Rodriguez February 22, 2011

The Cerritos College track and field teams hosted their Annual invitational on Feb. 18 and 19, which did not start on time due to rain. The non-scoring meet that consisted of teams all around Southern...

FSZ: Should student patrol officers be giving out tickets

Philip Okoli February 22, 2011

  Drew Goodwin   Undecided Major   "I don't have any complaints with the officers because they are doing there jobs. I have got some tickets, but they are just doing what they are doing...

P.Okoli Spring Festival needs models (source is up)

Philip Okoli February 21, 2011

The International Student Center and the Cerritos College Public Relations Office are looking for international students and students who have clothing from other cultures to take part in this year's...

Clubs come out and celebrate Valentine’s Day while fundraising

Philip Okoli February 15, 2011

Valentine's Day is a day where people have a chance to show love and affection with gifts, and flowers; for a few campus clubs, it was a chance to help students and their clubs alike. On Feb. 14, five...

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