Tag: 50th
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October 26, 2023
Watch President Finalist Forum, Give Feedback Here
"The Cypress College President Finalists Open Forum held on campus today, October 26, 2023, is now complete. You can now view the forum on the Cypress College YouTube channel. View the Cypress College President Finalists Open Forum. The finalists (listed in alphabetical order) are Dr. Marsha Gable, Vice President of Student Services, Grossmont College; Dr."
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May 21, 2022
Cypress College Celebrates 55th Commencement
"Cypress College hosted its 55th Commencement on Friday evening — the first in-person graduation ceremony in 3 years — with a record number of graduates and guests participating. The event was held in the college’s Gateway Plaza with more than 800 graduates from the classes of 2022, 2021, and 2020 in"
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February 15, 2022
CYProud: Raelynn Requena
"Student success comes in many different forms, and Cypress College is proud to recognize and celebrate the variety of paths our students take to achieve their dreams. Whether it’s transferring to a four-year institution, or receiving an associate degree or certificate and heading into the workforce, we want all of our"
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January 10, 2022
Cypress College, UCI, CSUF awarded National Science Foundation Grant to Increase Diversity in STEM, Ensure Workforce Readiness
"For Immediate Release February 3, 2022 Contact: Marc Posner (714) 484-7006 The National Science Foundations (NSF) has awarded Cypress College; University of California, Irvine (UCI); and California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) a $1.5 million partnership grant over three years. The grant will be used at the three campuses to encourage"
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May 21, 2021
Class of 2021 Celebrated in 54th Commencement
"Cypress College celebrated the Class of 2021 in its live, remote 54th Commencement on Friday night. As one of Cypress College’s largest graduating classes, the 1,542 students overcame the pandemic along with the rigors of their normal coursework. Graduates provided photographs and quotes shown on screen along with the recitation of"
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May 25, 2017
50th Commencement Speakers and Awardees
"“Commencement is a joyous time for our graduates because it marks the completion of a significant endeavor and leads to the next phase of their lives. Likewise, it is a celebratory time for the institution as well because we are so proud of the Class of 2017.” — Cypress College President"
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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"
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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"
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February 6, 2017
President Simpson Looks to College’s Future in Final Opening Day Address
"In a forward-looking address to faculty and staff, Cypress College President Bob Simpson set an energetic tone as he welcomed all back to campus for the spring semester Friday, January 27 on his final Opening Day. “Rather today than looking in the rearview mirror at what we have achieved,” Dr. Simpson"
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January 20, 2017
College’s 50th Anniversary Recognized with "Key to the City" of Cypress
"At the Cypress State of the City Luncheon on Wednesday, January 19, Mayor Paulo Morales (pictured above) presented Cypress College with an honorary “Key to the City” in recognition of the College’s 50th anniversary. Foam “#1” fingers with the name of the city and Cypress College, respectively, were also given out"
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October 4, 2016
‘Matriarch’ Pat Ganer to Retire
"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"
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September 10, 2016
Rededication Ceremony on Monday to Mark 50th Anniversary of Cypress College
"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"
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9/11 Remembrance Included in Rededication Ceremony
"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"
Three-Volley Gun Salute on Monday as Part of Anniversary Event
"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"
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August 30, 2016
Cypress College to Mark 50th Anniversary with Rededication Ceremony
"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"