Category: News

March 8, 2017
Veterans Resource Center Receives Generous Anonymous Donation
"Supporting student veterans is a priority taken seriously at Cypress College. In January 2017, the College received an anonymous $27,000 donation to directly benefit the academic and personal needs of student veterans. “We are deeply appreciative and honored to have received this donation,” Cypress College President Dr. Simpson said. “With the"

March 7, 2017
Dr. Simpson Recognized by Colleagues for 30+ Years in Community College Education
"The Community College League of California recognized Cypress College President Bob Simpson for his many years of service in public higher education at this year’s CEO Symposium in Solvang Monday, February 27. NOCCCD Chancellor Cheryl Marshall introduced Dr. Simpson at the retiree recognition event, emphasizing his positive impacts on students, faculty,"

March 3, 2017
Unscripted: Theater Professor Leads Student to USC, South Coast Rep
"Jennifer Franco, Cypress College’s 2012 graduate of the year, said she “might be dead” if she hadn’t come to Cypress and taken a class from theater arts professor Mark Majarian in her first semester. “Without getting too emotional and talk about the past, I wouldn’t have made it,” she said. “I"

February 28, 2017
Enchanté Paris!
"Interested in visiting the land of romance and fine dining while earning college credit? Study abroad in Paris for the fall 2017 semester! The Study Abroad Program will be holding an information session on Monday, March 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. in CCCPLX-414. The semester program includes: Seven English and psychology courses"

February 27, 2017
Measure J Construction to Begin June 2018
"***Timelines Updated Wednesday, April 19, 2017*** Planning and design of Cypress College’s Measure J construction projects are currently underway. Groundbreaking for both the new SEM building and new Veterans Resource Center with renovated Student Activities Center begins next April and June, respectively. The new SEM building is expected to open April 2020;"

February 24, 2017
College Hosts Quirk-Silva’s Career Pathways Roundtable
"California Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva convened a Career Pathways Roundtable at Cypress College Friday to discuss education and workforce development with Orange County education, civic, and business leaders. Quirk-Silva, whose district includes Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress, Fullerton, La Palma, and Stanton, chairs the Assembly Committee on Jobs, Economic Development, and the Economy."

February 22, 2017
Register for the 50th Anniversary Car Show!
"Show off your tricked out ride at the Cypress College 50th Anniversary Car Show! Enjoy music of the ’60s and share your classic or special interest vehicle with us in this casual shine and show—no judging—with people’s choice awards in several categories, including The Cars of 1966. When: Saturday, April 1"

February 21, 2017
Tickets! Get Your FOLLIES Tickets!
"Join us for the Cypress College 50th Anniversary production of the Stephen Sondheim musical FOLLIES, based on the book by James Goldman. In the musical, past “Weismann’s Follies” performers reunite in a Broadway theater that’s scheduled for demolition. The focus is on two couples and their past and present lives. The"

February 16, 2017
Cypress to Hold Second Yom HaShoah Holocaust Memorial Event
"Cypress College hosts its second annual Yom HaShoah Holocaust Day of Remembrance on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 from 7-8:30 p.m. The event will include presentations by Holocaust survivors, music, dance, and photography. The College’s event last year featured a keynote presentation from Dr. Jacob Eisenbach, a Holocaust survivor whose father, sister,"

A History of the Land of Ancient Israel Workshop
"Join Cypress History Professor David Halahmy as he explores various civilizations from the Hebrews to the Romans. Learn about the lost history of Solomon’s temple, the Babylonian captivity, and the epic battle over the Roman fort of Masada. When: Friday, February 24 from 1-2 p.m. Where: Cypress Senior Center (9031 Grindlay St. Cypress,"