Campus closed following a potential bomb threat, suspect is in custody
Jasmine Martinez and Edgar Mendoza
September 3, 2019
A suspect is in custody following an approximately two-hour shelter-in-place lockdown at Cerritos College regarding a potential bomb threat on campus on Sept. 3. The subject entered a math class at approximately 11:25 a.m., disrupting the class, as reported by a student who was present.The campus will ...
Fresh new tastes at the Cerritos College food court
August 28, 2019
The Cerritos College food court has re-opened its doors for the fall 2019 semester with three new vendors, offering a refreshingly updated array of food options. The first new addition is Perfect Timing, specializing in Asian inspired food and bowls. Returning Falcons will find themselves reminded...
LAUSD union strike continues in pursuit of improving schools despite rainy weather
Jasmine Martinez, Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2019
Chants of “Beutner, Beutner you’re no good, treat your students like you should” rang through wind and rain as Los Angeles Unified School District teachers and community members rallied in support of better schools on Jan. 14. Cold, wet weather did not deter strikers from hours of marching with...
‘Overall satisfaction’ and benefits from lot on 166th St and Studebaker Rd
December 5, 2018
A community forum to update community members on the 166th St and Studebaker Rd parking lot was held by administration members on Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. with no community members present. Vice President of Business Services and Assistant Superintendent Felipe Lopez believes that the reason for the low attendance...
Cerritos college students seeks awareness about feminine health
November 14, 2018
It has been a year since administration justice major Kimberly Cuthbert has been experiencing shooting pain in her leg and extreme pain in her abdomen causing her to limp and double over.Only until recently has Cuthbert been diagnosed with stage two endometriosis due to what she says is incompetence from her ...
Visual lecture discusses drawings from African American artists
Elizabeth Corcoles, Arts & Entertainment Editor
November 7, 2018
Bridget R. Cooks, guest speaker for The Black Index lecture, discussed drawings from three African American artists who are shining a light on how the black community is photographed and perceived in the media. The presentation on Oct. 30 was part of the Visual and Cultural Studies lecture series.The heavy top...
The city of Lynwood’s hosts it’s first four-day annual Fall Festival
November 7, 2018
TM Eunice Barron The city of Lynwood hosted its first four-day Fall Festival, which took place from Nov. 1-4., to raise funds for the Century Sheriff Foundation. The Lynwood Fall Festival, organized by the Lynwood Chamber of Commerce, was a free public event that featured rides, food and also provided free health services to the Lynwood community. ...
Cerritos celebrates Veterans Week
Derrick Coleman, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
Veterans Week at Cerritos College kicked off with an open house, where food and music were provided for staff and students to mingle and learn about services and participate in some friendly competition. The Veterans Resource Center, established in 2010, is hosting the events taking place until Nov....
La protest rallies for trans rights
Jasmine Martinez, News Editor
October 24, 2018
Hundreds of peaceful protestors rallied to support transgender and non-binary people and stand their ground against discrimination, in an emotional demonstration organized by the [email protected] Coalition outside Los Angeles City Hall. Bamby Salcedo, president and CEO of the [email protected] Coalition, reached...
Undocumented Student Week calls to action for DACA resource awareness
Eunice Barron, Staff Writer
October 24, 2018
The Cerritos College Dream Club hosted its first ever statewide California Community Colleges Support Undocumented Students call into action week from Oct.15-19. This "UndocuResource Fair" all week event provides current and incoming undocumented students with workshops and information about financial...
