Lauren Gandara

Fall 2013 Editor-in-Chief for Talon Marks. I'm a journalism major at Cerritos College. Cerritos College

Worked on 281 assignments, created 12, named on 16 bylines for Talon Marks.

By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 2 min read

Embrace the technological advances

The use and constant creation of new technology is helping us and improving our way of life as humans. The evidence is all around you, even in your pocket right now. Thanks to technology, we have risen to unimaginable heights in the past decade. Technological advances have allowed us to create a world with hundreds of codes and encryptions that...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for Talon Marks - 2 min read

Paying college athletes would bring more problems

Four big-name players come to mind that got suspended because they took money under the table feeling that they deserved to get paid before going pro. They are Terrelle Pryor, Dez Bryant, Chris Webber and Marcus Camby. There has been so much talk the last few months on whether or not Division-I college athletes should get paid or not. They...

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(Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read

Take one and then go away

Every day, students deal with numerous distractions from every direction such as work, family or the media. It can be hard to block out these distractions and find a way to focus on class and assignments or just relax. The campus should be one of the few places where students can put their outside life on the back burner and...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 5 min read

College administration lays out plans for the future

Cerritos College president Dr. Linda Lacy calls this school year 'the year of recovery' as aspirations for superior educational planning, remaining fiscally strong, reducing textbook costs and preparation for the upcoming accreditation, among other things, were discussed during the college's annual Convocation at the Burnight Center Theater on Thursday, Sept. 19. “It was very informative,” David Betancourt, coordinator of the...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 4 min read

Understanding the mentality of sex crimes.

“See men aren’t afraid like, ‘Oh God I’m going to get raped!’- they’re pissed that you would even threaten their masculinity,” said sociology professor, Dianne Pirtle. Pirtle, specialized in Human Sexuality, commented on the sexual assault that happened on campus last Monday in the Social Science building. “That guy is actually lucky that the student didn’t start to beat the...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read

Feelings and Coping workshop helps put students on the right path.

Pamela Sepulveda, who presented a Feelings and Coping workshop on Thursday for the Re-entry Program, used a presentation that was geared toward teens, but made sure that is applied to college students also. Sepulveda said, “The importance of the workshop today is for you to feel empowered on how to cope in a healthy way with your feelings because this...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read

Mighty new theme announced at Homecoming Luncheon

This year’s homecoming theme and schedule were among the things discussed at the annual homecoming kick-off luncheon Thursday. Excitement ran high as this year’s homecoming theme was announced to be “Comic Con." “I want to scream out loud,” said German Sanchez, president of the sci-fi club. “There’s a theme that caters to the nerds of Cerritos College.” Student activity coordinator...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 3 min read

The Job Placement Center provides much needed help to students

The Job Placement Center is where people can get free employment services for those in the Cerritos College community. Job Placement Center provides info regarding employment opportunities on and off the campus such as part-time work, full-time work, and internships. Terrie Lopez, director of Career and Assessment Services, goes on to talk about the purpose of the Job Placement Center....

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 4 min read

"Breaking Bad's" Ozymandias punches viewers in the heart

With only two episodes left, "Breaking Bad" has picked up the pace with lots of drama, tears and a few revelations among the characters we have invested ourselves into. Ozymandias, the 14th episode of this season finally answered the question that has plagued our minds since last week in To’hajiilee. This episode is undoubtedly one of the best of the...

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By (Lauren as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for Talon Marks - 2 min read

Cash or debit?

Having to use your credit or debit card in school is a much better option and is easier to manage. Not worrying about how much cash is in your pocket can relieve anxiety. Technology has grown throughout the ages. Debit and credit cards have been a big hit in recent years. Nobody really carries cash around anymore. Having cash around...

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