Determined, engaged and focused is how English Professor Jack Swanson described administration of justice major Steven Tataje. An “A” student from Cypress, California, he is always looking for ways to better himself and others. He was also a motivational speaker at his church. Tataje, the oldest among his siblings, takes pride in being the good influence to his sibings. That...

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With the absence of Chief Justice Alejandra Lopez and Associate Justice Michael Melindo, it was Associate Justice Pro Tempore Gabriela Gutierrez who presided over the Tuesday March 3, 2015 ASCC Court meeting. Gutierrez introduced the new Associate Justice Trent Coates. Coats having shared a political science class with Gutierrez, began to have an interest in student government. “After class he...

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When someone says EOPS, many think of counselors’ offices and a stuffy professional atmosphere; until recently that would be true, but now Cerritos College has the EOPS Club. The EOPS Club is separate from the EOPS program and has a different atmosphere and a completely different approach to helping students. After two years on Feb. 10, the EOPS Club once...

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An often overlooked “heirloom” here at Cerritos is the U. S. S. Pelias Bell. Where did it come from and why is it there? The U. S. S. Pelias crew ship survived the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. In 1980, Cerritos College received a replica of the ship’s bell. It was brought to the attention of Nello Di Corpo,...

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Being composed of 75 percent water, students will now benefit from fresh water after ASCC Senate passed legislation last month to approve $20,000 for the installation of five hydration stations on campus. ASCC President Miles Aiello said he was glad to see the senators approve the legislation. “I feel very ecstatic for the community,” Aiello said. “[Students] will have accessibility...

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On campus many are quick to spend money on food, but they also forget to think about the students on campus that cannot afford it. There are students on campus who are struggling to make ends meet and they rely on the school for help. Many are unaware that the college has had a food bank for the last two...

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The Cerritos College Board of Trustees has finished its nationwide search and has selected five candidates to run for the President/Superintendent position that will open when current President Dr. Linda L. Lacy retires this summer. The five candidates will be visiting and taking a tour of the campus for a half-day and will be holding forum March 10 to 12...

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March and April are going to be two exciting months for Cerritos College students because they’ll be able to participate in a handful of activities whether it be by themselves or with their respective club. During the monthly ICC meeting on Thursday, Feb. 26, the clubs on campus gathered in BK111 to discuss upcoming activities and fundraising events. Aside from...

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The Leaders Involved in Creating Change or the LINC program at Cerritos College is alive and well on campus this semester. LINC is a support group on campus that aims to help foster youth transition from a foster life to one of independence through school guidance and off-campus services. Some of the services they offer are academic counseling, tutoring, access...

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ASCC Vice President Charles Caguioa announces his resignation, further discussion about the student affairs position was addressed, new positions were appointed and Model United Nations made a presentation about LAMUN conference. ASCC Vice President Charles Caguioa resigned from his position as vice president leaving people shocked and confused. Charles explained in his resignation speech that he is overcome with the...

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