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… from their diversity and use pedagogical strategies to harness the power of their unique backgrounds. “I tell my students that everything about them – whether they are undocumented, have a physical disability, or were formerly incarcerated – are the strengths that will help them become the awesome champions for immigrants, the … college district, educating about 210,000 students annually at its nine colleges that serve the residents of more than 36 cities and communities from 900 square miles of Los Angeles County. Since 1969, the District has been providing an …

… respiratory therapy, health technicians, administration of justice. “The voters trusted LACCD to bring forth projects that create the opportunities for first-class workforce training,” said Nichelle Henderson, President of the Board of … square foot building will feature skill and simulation laboratories designed to replicate real-world hospital settings, crime scenes and numerous emergency scenarios.  All academic spaces will provide an immersive learning experience, enhanced by the virtual and …

… to students and their families facing food insecurity and over $5000 to students facing housing insecurity. This donation comes from a generous grant from The Joseph Drown Foundation, the Foundation for Los Angeles Community Colleges, ELAC … Transforming Lives Campaign (TLC) donors, and Taco Bell. “We are so blessed to have acquired such significant funding that we know would be of tremendous help to these students and their families. ELACF continues its diligence to seek funding …

… cutting and open house. This is a chance to showcase the new Husky Pride Center and for the ELAC LGBTQ+ community to welcome all participants. "As an individual with a stigmatized identity, coming from the trans community, I continue hoping that my proximity around cisgender individuals lessens otherization practices imposed onto trans bodies. This October 11th …

… their full potential and make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond." The ELAC Foundation Board would like to thank all the ELAC Scholarship Committee members for their time, effort, and dedication to the scholarship selection process. Their selfless commitment to this task exemplifies the values of our institution and embodies the spirit of generosity and opportunity that lies at the heart of our scholarship program. … About East Los Angeles College Foundation … East Los Angeles College …

… President David Vela, ELAC Faculty and Academic Senate President Jeffrey Hernandez, LACCD General Counsel Maribel S. Medina, ELAC Associated Student Union President Steven Gallegos, and 2023 Student Graduation Speaker Annette Lesure in giving … remarks to the class of 2023 and each gave advice and wisdom. “You each have your own unique narrative and dreams and that is what makes each of you special. Life is not about what others want and expect from you. It is about what you want and expect for yourself. I want to remind each of you that you are always in control of your life and future and you should never give that up,” said ELAC President Alberto J. …

… Salvadoran community members through collaborative educational initiatives. Through joint teaching and professional development activities, student exchanges, research projects, and scholarly visits, both institutions aim to provide educational opportunities that enable individuals to achieve their full potential. The signing ceremony took place at the Salvadoran Consulate on April … community and promoting educational excellence. By joining forces with UNIVO, we can create impactful opportunities that will benefit students and enrich our communities." As both institutions embark on this collaborative journey, they look …

… for successfully closing equity gaps in completion and transfer rates for traditionally underrepresented students. This achievement marks a significant milestone for ELAC, building upon its 2021 Honorable Mention in the same awards program. The college's continued dedication to improving educational outcomes for students of … outcomes for traditionally underrepresented students,” said ELAC President Alberto J. Román. “At ELAC, we believe that education is the great equalizer, and this award reaffirms our mission to provide accessible, high-quality education …

… … ELAC Fall 2022 Rising Scholars Town Hall: Transforming Lives Through Healing, Education, and Social Justice … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2022 News Media Contact: Kevin Jimenez, ELAC College Public Relations Manager, 323-265-8807, … program is a vital resource to our students who have experienced the carceral system. The complete wrap around services that the scholars receive ensure that they can focus on their academic and career goals,” said ELAC President Alberto J. … The knowledge I gain has the power to change my life in so many wondrous ways and has already made a positive impact on me by helping me believe in myself and learning abilities,” said ELAC Rising Scholar Edward Delatorre. “The Rising Scholars …