Karina Quiran-Juarez

Karina Quiran-Juarez, Staff Writer

Karina Quiran-Juarez is a staff writer for Talon Marks. Currently majoring in journalism, she is also planning to transfer to a 4-year university. Some of her favorite hobbies include reading ( talking about books and recommending them), even listening to music and podcasts in her free time.

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Behind the camera

Karina Quiran-Juarez • August 16, 2018

Capturing moments big and small with a camera at her side is what Alexandra Menendez finds passion in. This passion has led her to pursue a career in photography and she doesn’t see herself stopping...

Woodworking Celebration Showcases Student Artwork

Karina Quiran-Juarez • May 20, 2018

As the semester draws to a close, the 12th annual Woodworking Celebration held an exhibition to showcase students projects from the semester. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event was held in the Woodwork...

The Way You Make Me Feel by Maurene Goo Review

Karina Quiran-Juarez • May 18, 2018

“The Way You Make Me Feel” by Maurene Goo is a delightful young adult novel that takes place over the course of a summer in L.A. The novel balances humor and fun, while also weaving in important...

Toastmasters Club provides critiques and feedback to improve public speaking

Karina Quiran-Juarez • May 7, 2018

Held in the Multipurpose Building 203, the Toastmasters club conducted its second-to-last meeting of the semester with three "Ice Breaker" speeches for new members to better introduce or discuss something...

Celebrating Books and Storytelling

Karina Quiran-Juarez • April 30, 2018

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,...

Psychology panel discusses gender-related challenges and solutions

Karina Quiran-Juarez • April 28, 2018

Psychology professors Dr. Jaclyn Ronquillo and Dr. Veronica Sanchez, held a panel in SS 215 on April 24 in which they were asked questions in regards to the gender-related challenges and situations they...

Workshop Prepares Students For Upcoming Job Fair

Karina Quiran-Juarez • April 9, 2018

In order to prepare for the Spring 2018 Job Fair, Career Services held a workshop for students to offer advice and knowledge on different aspects to keep in mind when approaching an employer.Resume critiquing,...

Popcorn and A Movie: Discussing the representation of women in film and in the media

Karina Quiran-Juarez • April 3, 2018

Continuing with the events of Women’s History Month on campus, Popcorn And A Movie featured "Wonder Women." The Untold Story of American Superheroines. Alongside the film, a discussion was also held...

Women’s and Gender Studies’ professor shares her experiences with religion

Karina Quiran-Juarez • March 9, 2018

As part of Women’s History Month on campus, a presentation was held to discuss women’s experiences in religion and religious discrimination. This presentation utilized Women's and Gender Studies...

Discussing Microaggressions And Privilege

Karina Quiran-Juarez • March 6, 2018

In collaboration with Black History Month on campus, a workshop was held to explore and discuss microaggressions and privilege. Through the presentation of two videos and having an open discussion, this...

Students encouraged to finance their near future schools

Karina Quiran-Juarez • February 9, 2018

As a part of the Spring 2018 Financial Aid Workshop Series, the Financial Aid Resource Center held a workshop discussing the importance of financial aid and aid available (such as grants, scholarships,...

FAFSA Application Workshop

Karina Quiran-Juarez • January 30, 2018

The Financial Aid Resource Center conducted its first FAFSA workshop of the spring semester to offer assistance to those who need guidance in completing their application. Held on Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to...

Love Filters Hate

Karina Quiran-Juarez • January 21, 2018

"Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed is a compelling young adult debut that balances heartwarming contemporary moments with the honest and sadly all too current issue of Islamophobia.Told through...

You should read as a means of pleasure

Karina Quiran-Juarez • May 7, 2017

The average person probably finds reading “boring” or a “waste of time;" but if you find the perfect book, it's really not.Escaping the hustle and bustle of daily life and transporting...

Forum held for Vice President Of Academic Affairs candidate

Karina Quiran-Juarez • April 18, 2017

An open forum was conducted for Dr. Brian Ellison, one of three candidates running for the spot of Vice President of Academic Affairs for Cerritos College. Forum feedback forms were available prior...

Lecture analyzes women and their roles in religious Text

Karina Quiran-Juarez • April 8, 2017

As the celebration of Women’s History Month continues at Cerritos College, Women’s Studies professor, Mariam Youssef’s Women and Religion class was open for visitors to learn more about...

The Bright Sessions Podcast Review

Karina Quiran-Juarez • March 23, 2017

Are you a fan of superheroes? How about superheroes in therapy? If you answer yes to either of those questions, then The Bright Sessions, created by Lauren Shippen, should definitely be on your radar....

Cerritos campus home to convenient lunch options for students

Karina Quiran-Juarez • March 14, 2017

Cerritos College offers a variety of food options for students to choose from when they find themselves in the mood for something to eat for lunch on campus.Some of those options include pre-packaged snacks...

Tales Of Brer Rabbit

Karina Quiran-Juarez • February 25, 2017

With the celebration of Black History Month continuing at Cerritos College, History professor Anthony Lee lead a discussion on the history surrounding African American folktales and concluded by recounting...

Audio Drama Podcasts Reinvent Storytelling

Karina Quiran-Juarez • February 14, 2017

Still haven’t found a new Netflix show to marathon? Find yourself unmotivated to see the latest flick? Maybe Audio Drama Podcasts are your answer!As the name suggests, they are episodic stories...

E-Books are taking over the classic reading experience

Karina Quiran-Juarez • January 26, 2017

I’ve always been the type of reader that preferred physical books than e-books. There has always been something special about the “classic” reading experience of carrying around a newly...

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