Both the Cerritos College Student American Dental Hygienists' Association Club and the Cerritos College Model United Nations Club brought forth proposals for funding of conferences to members of the ASCC...

"What does a personality test have to do with getting hired?" That is what I asked myself recently when I applied for a job.If you have ever asked yourself that question here's a straight answer: absolutely...

Why is U.S. radio not playing enough Madonna music?I have had just about enough that Clear Channel the corporation that owns all the radio station that the audience listens to will not play enough or none...

Lowering student fees was once again discussed during the ASCC Cabinet meeting on Monday. In addition, volunteers were being sought to help Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-Calif.) run for reelection. ASCC President...

In a 7-5 vote the ASCC Senate appointed Daisy Ramirez, undecided major, to the ASCC Court at its meeting last Wednesday.In addition, Chief Justice Joe Cubarrubio announced that he will be running for ASCC...

Cerritos College Faculty Federation President David Fabish addressed issues of misleading the Senate in voting to approve a resolution and support the faculty last Wednesday.ASCC President Paulo Amaral...

Cerritos students had the opportunity to hear Latin music from two up incoming artists who were promoting their CD releases during the Music Department Concrete Underground series at Falcon Square on Feb...

In a close 7-9 vote members of the ASCC Senate denied the passing of a bill that would have funded a proposal to add a clock tower to the Cerritos College Library Resource in celebration of the college's...

As Cerritos College continues its 50th anniversary celebration a memory book has been complied of the college humbled beginning to its current technological advances of today. The Cerritos memory book...

Peter Nyguen, Cerritos College Faculty Federation member addressed Senate members Wednesday in hopes of clearing up any misunderstandings of the proposal that was brought forth to the Senate's meeting...

ASCC Presidential Applications will be available starting on Feb. 27 for those students interested in running for president.Dean Ackland, coordinator of student activities said that students who are looking...

Students who receive the finanical aid BOGG student health fee waiver will soon have to pay for the health services beginning in the fall semester. Stephen Johnson, vice president of student services,...

Peter Nyguen, Cerritos College Faculty Federation member addressed Senate members Wednesday in hopes of clearing up any misunderstanding of the proposal that was brought forth to the Senate's meeting on...

So, what if the film "Brokeback Mountain" is about two cowboys in love with each other? Does that give people like "Late Show" host David Letterman the right to joke about the movie's success?No, because...

There was a heated debate involving ASCC President Pro Tem Karla Marquez, Party Whip Lexie Guerrero and Sergeant of Arms Oskar Ruiz regarding the Senate's decision to support the Cerritos College Faculty...

He is described as a cross between reggae legends Bob Marley and Sholmo Charlebach. Matisyahu (born Matthew Miller; name changed after a visit to Israel) has released one of the most highly anticipated...

Low turn out in the number of students enrolled at Cerritos continues to concern the Board of Trustees.William Farmer Jr., vice president of student academic affairs, addressed declining student enrollment...

Students may soon have to pay directly for the health services that Cerritos College provides.That is the hope of the director of student health services, Charles Gale, as he addressed members of the...

I thought I had seen and heard everything there is to know about this man; I was wrong.Can someone tell me what in the world is going on with Michael Jackson? It put it simple: right now this man is going...

One hundred club and faculty members introduced themselves at the Advisor and Officer luncheon on Tuesday at the Student Center.During the events, the upcoming Hoe Down Days events, applications for...

How can the American media have better coverage of its news?That question and other questions were raised as former CBS News anchor Dan Rather spoke to a crowd of 2,500 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion...

So, Kelly Clarkson will not let the show that made her famous use any of her songs that propelled her to stardom. As "American Idol" has begun its fifth season on FOX the former contestant stirs up controversy.Who...

Decline in student enrollment, the ASCC leadership conference, and Cerritos College 50th Anniversary "Building Futures" Traveling Display approval of budget extension and budget transfers were upon the...

Seventy Cerritos students attended a leadership conference in San Diego on Jan. 4 through Jan. 6 to learn about leadership skills and strengthen relationships with fellow students.The event consisted of...

The Board of Trustees welcomed newly elected members, former Cerritos College Disabled Students administrator Dr. Bob Hughlett and South Gate city clerk Carmen Avalos on Dec. 7.Both replace former Board...

Eminem is back to what he does best - music!Known as the bad boy of rap, in his new song, "When I'm Gone," from the upcoming CD, Curtain Call (Dec. 6), Eminem sings about his daughter Hailey.Eminem is...

Is consumerism good for America? That is the question that was put forth last Thursday at the Teleconference Center.Janice Connal, transfer counselor/interdisciplinary instructor, had seven men who were...

The Cerritos College Faculty Federation addressed the Board of Trustees once again last Wednesday and called for an end to the 21 months of negotiations and contract disputes.Also, Kathy Compton, secretary...

Alanis Morissette, who first burst on the music scene in 1999 with her album "Jagged Little Pill," returns with a re-recorded version of Seal's 1991's song, "Crazy."For her version Morissette updates the...

For a woman who has been in the music industry of almost 23 years it is not hard to believe why she is considered to be the most famous woman in the world; just ask Michael Jackson. Madonna, the mother,...

Josh Bentrem, history major, performed a first at Tuesday's Karaoke Day in the Student Center singing Shania Twain's "Man, I Feel Like A Woman."As Bentrem was belting out the hit, women applauded his attempt...

I don't know about you, but I have had just about enough of rapper 50 Cent and his continued pursuit of attention. He is the one who has been shot nine times. He admits to being a former drug dealer.He...

For anyone who has had their heart broken because someone they loved wanted to put an end to the relationship, "Walk Away" from Scottish band Franz Ferdinand is a good song to listen to.On the heels of...

Three short horror films were screened last Wednesday night by the Theater department during the Cerritos College film meeting."Cane Man," "Never Alone," and "Midnight Gamez" were judged by 7 members....

The Cerritos College Student Activities began holding a canned food drive Tuesday to help out needy families in the surrounding communities during the holiday season.Cerritos has been involved in helping...

Madonna's new video for her song "Hung Up" harkens back to the Madonna fans knew when she first exploded on to the music scene in 1983.Directed by Johan Renck (who replaced David LaChappell after he and...

The Cerritos College faculty and Board of Trustees honored former superintendent and Cerritos College president Dr. Wilford Michael last Wednesday in the library.Michael was given a special recognition...

It has to be said.Students obviously don't care too much about what is going on. There is a special election in November and nobody cares.I'll admit that this election by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger doesn't...

Madonna fans everywhere rejoice!The first single "Hung Up" off her upcoming album, "Confessions on a Dancefloor" (Nov. 15) is a catchy tune thanks in large part to a sample of ABBA's "Gimme Gimme Gimme...

The Board of Trustees meeting was interrupted last Wednesday, when members of the Cerritos College Faculty Federation walked in demanding that negotiations be settled."Negotiations have been going on for...

The Cerritos College faculty and Board of Trustees honored former superintendent and Cerritos College president Dr. Wilford Michael last Wednesday in the library.Michael was given a special recognition...

How does a band repeat success? The Franz Ferdinand sound is rightfully compared to Coldplay and U2, and even more relevant on its latest release, "You Could Have It So Much Better (Domino Records)."The...

Physical therapists Marijean Piorkowsi and Julie Bathke from the Cerritos College Physical Therapy Assistance Program lectured on Oct. 11 at the teleconference room about how to take care of the lower...

Four candidates running for the Cerritos College Board of Trustees answered questions from the California League of Women Voters and students at Norwalk City Hall on Monday night. Ballot initiatives, ...

Sixty-one colleges from around California and six out-of-state gathered Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Cerritos College gymnasium to provide information to high school students.Nine Hundred students from the...

For cosmetology instructor Brenda White-Gatlin as students come into her classroom her motivation for teaching is that she wants them to learn. "I want my students to be ready to work," White-Gatlin said...

Looking around Cerritos College, I have noticed that there is a trend going on as students have registered for class under phyiscal education. Why are there no men signing up for yoga? Can someone please...

For those of you who are not familiar with the name Jem Griffiths, but are familiar with the Fox teen drama, "The O.C.," you have heard Griffiths' song, the theme, "Just a Ride." The 29-year-old singer's...

I didn't know what to expect as I stood in line last Friday night at the Whittier Community Theater, to watch the Gilbert and Sullivan musical "Pirates of Penzance." Not only was I impressed with the actors,...

Excuse me.I don't mean to be rude but have you wondered why all the "straight A" students have the attention of school administrators or have been on the Dean's list?Being an average student who has, admittedly,...

Thirty-eight students were learning Spanish, Filipino, French, Norwegian, German, Japanese, and Mandarin Chinese at the Language 101 seminar that was held at the student center last Tuesday."This is the...

"I would like to say that a bag full of pennies was donated for Hurricane Katrina victims by Child Development, " ASCC president Paulo Amaral announced at the Board of Trustees meeting last Wednesday.Katrina...

A 19-year-old female student was sexually assaulted on campus Sept. 15. Lt. Richard Bukowiecki, Cerritos College campus police, said, the attack, "happened at 5:17 p.m. near the south end of the Physical...

The psychology club held a bake sale last Tuesday to raise money for victims of Hurricane Katrina.The sale was held in the student center. Shelly Mulock, psychology major, said the sale was held to encourage...

Students on campus have trouble waking up in the morning for an 8 a.m. class. Most students say that they are not early risers and more than likely nocturnal people. But they manage to do so anyway with...

Once in a while I ask a student if they have seen an opera. The most common response to that question is, "Opera? What's that?" What's that? Is that the best response to that question. I think not.One...

As a college student I have wondered what it means when they say that this college is "The Most Technologically Advanced College in the State."The reason I asked that question is because during a recent...