Is Taking a Language Class Worth It? News

Is Taking a Language Class Worth It?

"Studying a language can open doors to many careers and opportunities. Give yourself a wide perspective of our diverse world! And it’s fun! We have in-person, hybrid, online, and Zoom classes. What about transfer credits? All foreign language 101, 102, 203, and 204 classes are transfer-level credit courses (UC/CSU, AA, GE)."
Professor Jenelle Herman Earns Annual Diversity Award News

Professor Jenelle Herman Earns Annual Diversity Award

"Faculty member Jenelle Herman is the recipient of Cypress College’s 2019-2020 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award. Herman has served as a full-time member of the English as a Second Language Department faculty since Fall 2016. She also is an advisor for the LGTBQ student club, has been a mentor for the"
Cypress College ESL Among the First in SoCal to Offer Transfer-level Composition ESL Course with UC/CSU Approval News

Cypress College ESL Among the First in SoCal to Offer Transfer-level Composition ESL Course with UC/CSU Approval

"The Cypress College ESL Department is proud to offer a NEW course: ESL 110 C College Composition for Non-Native Speakers (5 units). Starting Fall 2020, students have another option for freshman composition. ESL 110 C is among the first course of its kind in all of Southern California, and Cypress is"
Cypress College Announces First-of-Their-Kind ESL Milestone Certificates News

Cypress College Announces First-of-Their-Kind ESL Milestone Certificates

"Effective this fall, Cypress College will offer Guided Pathways ESL Milestone Certificates. These certificates are first of their kind in the California Community College system. There are nine certificates for different student pathways, and if you have taken GE courses, you may already qualify for at least three to four certificates,"
#CYProud: Jolene Gazmen, Communication Studies and English #CYProud

#CYProud: Jolene Gazmen, Communication Studies and English

"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"
#CYPossible: Pedro Romero-Nieva Santos, ESL #CYPossible

#CYPossible: Pedro Romero-Nieva Santos, ESL

"Pedro travelled far to begin his Cypress College journey. The strength he possessed from his supportive family upbringing in Madrid, Spain, not to mention his dedication to sports, helped him gain a foothold in his new life abroad. The Cypress ESL faculty and staff also assisted Pedro in his new life,"
Featured Class: Spanish for Spanish Speakers News

Featured Class: Spanish for Spanish Speakers

"¿Hablas español? ¡Esta clase es para ti! SPAN 201C (5 units) is Spanish for Spanish speakers just like you. Prerequisite: You must be able to speak and understand spoken Spanish. Inscríbete para hablar, escribir y leer con confianza en español. Conoce los secretos de los acentos escritos Eleva tu dominio del"
#CYPossible: Young Lee, ESL #CYPossible

#CYPossible: Young Lee, ESL

"ESL student Young Lee had to change her life when her husband passed away. Faced with raising her daughter by herself, Young searched for a career path that could support the two of them. She also sought, after experiencing the tragedy of her husband’s pain and illness, work that would help"
Speech and Debate Students Place 1st, 2nd at Pacific Southwest Tournament News

Speech and Debate Students Place 1st, 2nd at Pacific Southwest Tournament

"By Jennifer Page On December 1 and 2, 2018, the Cypress College Speech and Debate Team took 18 students to the Pacific Southwest Collegiate Forensics Association’s Fall Championship Tournament held at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, CA. This year, 39 universities and community colleges attended both near and far, including"
#CYProfessional: Ambika Talwar, English Professor #CYProfessional

#CYProfessional: Ambika Talwar, English Professor

"At Cypress College, we are proud of our employees and realize that recognizing personal and professional achievements, along with establishing a human connection between students, faculty, and staff, promotes a collegial atmosphere imbued with the Charger Spirit! Our employees always strive for excellence and make significant contributions to the campus and surrounding"