Author: Marc S. Posner
In Memoriam
March 9, 2026
Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail Remembered for Leadership, Mentorship
"The word trailblazer doesn’t serve justice to Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail. Cypress College is remembering Dr. Johnson McPhail, the college’s barrier-breaking 7th president. Dr. Johnson McPhail is known for developing leaders, "
In Memoriam
January 16, 2026
Remembering Retired Dean Nina DeMarkey
"Cypress College is remembering Nina DeMarkey, retired dean of the Social Science Division. DeMarkey passed on January 1 in North Carolina. A celebration of her life is planned for Saturday, "
#CYProfessional
December 11, 2025
#CYProfessional: Tra’Von Williams
"Tra’Von Williams serves as an outreach coordinator with Rising Scholars. The program supports formerly-incarcerated, system-impacted students in their higher education pursuits. Tra’Von is active in promoting the program and helping "
In Memoriam
November 18, 2025
Pat O’Brien, 26-Year Faculty Member and Interim Dean, Passes Away
"Patrick O’Brien — a long-time faculty member, active retiree, and chronicler of the campus — passed away on October 29, 2025. O’Brien was known for his affable nature and kindness "
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: "
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 "
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 "
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 "
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 "
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 "