Author: Marc S. Posner

"California Community Colleges Baccalaureate Degree Pilot Program A degree in mortuary science is rare. In fact, there are only two public programs offering associate degrees in the field in the State of California. For those seeking to advance in the funeral services industry, a bachelor’s degree is even less common. In"

"As an alumna of both USC and UCLA, the moniker “a person divided” accurately applies to Dr. Pat Ganer. Despite loyalties on both sides of that Southern California rivalry, there’s little doubt about which campus holds her heart: Cypress College. She was standing at the campus flagpole on Day 1, September"

"Bob Simpson will preside over one final commencement — Cypress College’s 50th. A fierce advocate of public education, Dr. Simpson announced his retirement decision to the campus community late Tuesday — and he received a standing ovation when he shared the news during the NOCCCD Board of Trustees meeting about an"

"Cypress College officially turns 50 on Monday. The campus community will celebrate with a rededication ceremony similar to the official dedication of the College on September 12, 1966. On that day, the founding faculty, other employees, and the first class of students gathered at the flagpole — an event that included"

"This week’s 15th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks will be incorporated into the rededication ceremony, which takes place on Monday, September 12 at 9:50 a.m. The event — which includes participation of military members form the Joint Forces Training Base — will include a moment of silence in tribute to"

"Military members from the Joint Forces Training Base will fire a three-volley gun salute as part of the flag retirement incorporated into Monday’s rededication of Cypress College. No live ammunition is used or present during the ceremony. The flag being retired is donated to the College specifically for the 50th anniversary"

"It is one of the beloved myths of Cypress College that on September 12, 1966, during the initial dedication ceremonies, the concrete that set the flagpole was so freshly laid that it could not bear the weight of the flag. … The concern, though, was not entirely misplaced as the physical"

"Cypress College classes begin on Monday, August 22. To welcome you back and help get your academic year off to a great start, here is some helpful information: YOUR FIRST DAY: On the first day of classes, please plan to arrive early. Parking can be congested and you’ll also want to"

"New Student Welcome Night takes place on Friday, August 19, from 3-6:30 p.m. The event is designed for students to complete important tasks prior to the start of the semester on Monday, August 22, 2016. Important success-oriented information will also be shared with participants at 4 p.m. Speaking of success, be"

"Commencement is a celebratory time on campus. To capture this year-end spirit, we asked our faculty to tell us which students they are most proud of. Some of those profiled in this year’s #CYProud 2016 feature have overcome significant personal and financial hurdles to reach their educational goals; others have distinguished"