Author: Marc S. Posner
In Memoriam
October 31, 2025
Cypress College Remembers Counselor Tom Nordee
"Cypress College is remembering long-time counseling faculty member Tom Nordee. Nordee passed away Sunday night following lengthy health issues. At Cypress College, he served as a counselor for several divisions: Science, Engineering, and Math; Physical Education; Humanities; and Fine Arts. In addition, he was a former Academic Senate President and advisor"
In Memoriam
October 24, 2025
Cypress College is Remembering Retired Professor Les Doak
"We learned this week that retired Professor Les Doak passed away on September 2, 2025, at the age of 84. He joined Cypress College in 1990 as an adjunct faculty member in the Geography Department and became full-time in 1998. Doak was instrumental in developing the college’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS)"
News
August 25, 2025
Introducing Cypresso, Your New Go-To Coffee Spot on Campus
"We’re excited to introduce you to Cypresso, our on-campus coffee shop located right next to the Campus Bookstore. Stop by the fall semester to celebrate our new seasonal offerings and cozy drinks. We’re here to make your days a little bit easier and tastier, with: Freshly brewed coffee and tea Freshly"
In Memoriam
July 24, 2025
‘Matriarch of Cypress College’ Pat Ganer Remembered by Colleagues
"Pat Ganer wrote the book on Cypress College. Twice, actually. It only seems fitting that one of the college’s first students, who then returned in a faculty role that spanned more than four decades, would be the unofficial historian and author of “A Tree Grows in Cypress” — the first of"
News
July 14, 2025
Don’t Miss Out—Fall 2025 Class Registration is Open
"This is a quick reminder that fall registration is in full swing and we’re looking forward to seeing you on campus next month! Register now to get the classes and schedule that works best for your needs. Check the fall open class list at the link below to view your options,"
For Your Information
June 11, 2025
NOTICE: The Charger Book Pass and Charger Food Pass Programs Have Ended
"The federal funding that supported the Charger All-Access Pass — specifically the Charger Book Pass and the Charger Food Pass — has been exhausted. As a result, we can no longer offer either the Book Pass or the Food Pass following the end of the spring 2025 semester. Cypress College course"
News
June 2, 2025
Class of 2025 Participates in 58th Commencement at Cypress College
"Some 650 students, 100 employees, and thousands of guests attended the 58th Commencement at Cypress College on Friday, May 30. The celebration began in the pond area with the ceremonial crossing of the bridge and took place in Gateway Plaza where the graduates crossed the stage and received diploma covers from"
News
April 24, 2025
Congratulations, 2025 Tenure Recipients
"Eleven Cypress College faculty completed the process for earning tenure and were recognized for the milestone at the April 22, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting. We are pleased to recognize the following faculty: Abigail Awad, Accounting; LaRon Armstead, Counseling; Bradley Hampton, Vocal Jazz & Theory; Aydinaneth Ortiz, Photography; Clinton Rusich, Comm"
For Your Information
April 18, 2025
Fall 2025 Class Schedule Now Available; Note New Common Course Numbering
"Tl;dr: Course names are changing for some classes in the following subjects (COMM, ENGL, POSC, PSY, MATH, STAT) in the fall 2025 semester. Please read this email closely and see the table at the bottom or on the District Common Course Numbering page. Fall 2025 registration will begin April 22, and"
News
April 1, 2025
VAPA Exhibit Opens at John Wayne Airport on April 9
"Cypress College students and faculty will be represented at Orange County’s John Wayne Airport as Visual and Performing Arts students and faculty will have art and photo work on display in the baggage claim area, making it also open to the public. The exhibition begins April 9 and runs for four"
