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By David Jenkins (David as editor-in-chief) + 2 others for Talon Marks - 4 min read
The free market will destroy gay conversion therapy
California is trying to pass a law that would ban gay conversion therapy for adults and the moral police are having a cow. Though there are reasons to see the procedure as harmful, the practice itself should be done away with not through government intervention, but instead with better information. One of the things that makes America a country of...
By Carmelita Islas Mendez (David as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read
Problems resurface with Fine Arts Building
Photo credit: Carmelita Islas Mendez
According to the Director of Physical Planning and Construction Services David Moore “most users are very happy” with the Fine Arts Building at Cerritos College. However, instructors in the Fine Arts’ ceramics program expressed that some issues should be addressed in order to improve conditions with the room’s equipment and design. Various issues have been brought up within the program's...
By Jackie Mena (David as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read
Future Falcons visit campus on Senior Preview Day
Photo credit: Carlos Martinez
Cerritos College opened its doors to high school seniors as they dropped by to learn more about the campus, its highlights and the perks of becoming Cerritos students during the annual Senior Preview Day. Senior Preview Day gave students from neighboring districts such as ABC Unified School District and Bellflower Unified School District a chance to tour around campus and...
By John Chavez (David as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 4 min read
WHM: Women's rights in the Bible
Photo credit: John Chavez
A presentation that concerned the role of women in ancient time's faith movements was given at Cerritos College by professor Ted Stolze this past week. The actual name of the presentation was, "Coworkers of Paul: Woman Leaders in the Early Jesus Movement."According to the Woman's History Month 2018 program, "This session looks at the role of such women as Phoebe,...
By Bianca Martinez (David as editor-in-chief) + 2 others for Talon Marks - 4 min read
'The Fantasticks' is not as fantastic as it seems
The Cerritos College Theatre Department's production of "The Fantasticks" proved several things; they own a stock in confetti, saved money on costumes and can carry a tune for the most part, but they came up short in proving the most important aspect of a successful production and that was convincing the audience. A black box theater holds a lot of...
By John Chavez (David as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read
Pass on Netflix's 'The Week of'
Netflix has recently debut their newest title, Robert Smigel’s “The Week of," and though it may seem as a good way to pass the time, Netflix users may be better off scrolling to the next title if they really want to enjoy themselves. The movie is a comedy directed by Smigel and stars Adam Sandler and Chris Rock and a...
By Bianca Martinez (David as editor-in-chief) + 2 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read
Bianca Bitches: Let's get ready to final
Photo credit: Carlos Martinez
Ladies and gentlemen and those in-between, it's officially finals season, but before you hitchhike down to Mexico to start your life over, consider these tips to keep that stress level down. Time management is always important when pursuing a life of academia and if you haven't developed a system by now, I don’t know how the hell you haven’t spontaneously...
By Elizabeth Corcoles (David as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read
Honoring Cerritos College faculty
Photo credit: Carlos Ruiz
Cerritos College held its annual Outstanding Faculty Awards Ceremony on April 26 at the Student Center for the 2017-2018 academic year. The faculty were commended for their outstanding performance. The professor of honor, Carlos Mera, Physics instructor, was commended and received the Most Outstanding Faculty award. The event was put together by Chair of Profession Relations Committee and professor Joseph...
By Carlos Ruiz (David as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 4 min read
'Avengers: Infinity War' stands tall as fan-favorite heroes fight Thanos
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has finally brought an ending to a 10-year connection within the MCU films, which began in 2008 with "Iron Man." With the most recent installment of the MCU being "Avengers: Infinity War" it undoubtedly deserves a 4/5 star rating because this movie embodied great artistry, had funny, thrilling, shocking and spine-chilling moments. The buildup to this...
By Karina Quiran-Juarez (David as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 6 min read
Celebrating Books and Storytelling
Photo credit: Karina Quiran-Juarez
The 23rd annual LA Times Festival Of Books, held at USC, celebrated entertainment, food, and music, while also giving attendees the opportunity to view panels, listen to live music, attend author signings, and participate in giveaways all weekend long. Held from April 21 through the 22, this year’s festival was also the introduction to Newstory Zone. This latest addition allowed...