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Emmy Award-Winning “60 Minutes” Producer Ira Rosen visits LA City College

On March 7, the Los Angeles City College Foundation (LACCF) hosted the Nick Beck Investigative Journalism Lecture Series, headlined by renowned producer Ira Rosen at Los Angeles City College’s (LACC) Morgan Freeman Theater.   The afternoon started with welcoming remarks by Dr. Lisa Nashua, Executive Director of LACCF, followed by an introduction from LACC Journalism Professor Rhonda Guess. Mr. Rosen began by expressing his passion for storytelling and discussed the lasting impact of his involvement in “60 Minutes” reflecting the profound...

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LA City College Celebrates Investiture Ceremony Honoring 18th President Dr. Amanuel Gebru

Los Angeles City College (LACC) proudly commemorated the investiture of Dr. Amanuel Gebru on March 14, 2024, as the institution’s 18th president. This was a momentous event attended by over 400 distinguished guests, educational partners, and community leaders. Attendees included City of Los Angeles (LA) Mayor Karen Bass, Poet Laureate of LA Lynne Thompson, Bishop Kenneth C. Ulmer and Culture Bearer Tina Calderon. Platform guests included the Chancellor of the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Dr. Francisco Rodriguez...

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Estate Planning Seminar, April 11

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LACC Alumni Spotlight: Adrian Ravarour

Photographer Los Angeles City College Foundation proudly celebrates the achievements of its esteemed alumni. We are proud to feature Adrian Ravarour, a member of the class of 1992 who earned his Associate in Arts degree in Television and Broadcasting.   Reminiscing about his time at LACC, Adrian fondly describes the college as an “affordable starting point for student body and careers.” He mentions the invaluable connections made with LACC faculty and credits the institution for teaching him the art of...

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Nick Beck Investigative Journalism Lecture Series featuring Ira Rosen

The Los Angeles City College Foundation is thrilled to welcome Emmy Award winning producer, Ira Rosen. Join us for an insightful conversation about Ira’s dedication to finding the truth and informing the public, with a lively Q&A to follow. LACC students – ever wondered what it’s like to investigate a story and work as a producer? Come find out! About Ira Rosen For near­ly twen­ty-five years, Ira Rosen has pro­duced some of the most mem­o­rable, impor­tant, and ground­break­ing sto­ries for 60 Min­utes....

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LACC Celebrates Black History Month

February marks the beginning of Black History Month around the nation.  At LACC, it serves as an opportunity for reflection and celebration, as we honor and elevate the history, culture and significance of our Black/African American community.  Join The Los Angeles City College Race Equity Social Justice Center by making plans to attend the following events below. Thursday, February 15, 2024Black History Month: Master Class with Dr. Edward Bush (Virtual Webinar)  12pm-1:30pm with 30 min. Q&A sessionZoom linkEvent Flyer Tuesday,...

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Wayne Smith, Teresa Lamb Simpson, Sterling Franklin at Los Angeles City College, October 2023.

Remembering Wayne Smith 

It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of Wayne Smith’s passing — a distinguished educator and devoted supporter of the Los Angeles City College Foundation. Wayne, a true Angeleno was born and raised in Los Angeles during the 1980s. He attended Los Angeles City College to study business, earning his lower-division core Business and general education then his Ph.D. from the School of Information Systems and Technology at Claremont Graduate University in 2008.  Wayne made a...

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Student Spotlight – Jessica McCready

Meet Jessica McCready, a creative force in Los Angeles City College’s Cinema and Television program, at 35, she’s deeply immersed in directing, storytelling, music, dancing, writing and producing.   Despite overcoming housing challenges last year, Jessica excelled academically, achieving a 3.75 GPA and earning an LACC Foundation scholarship. Reflecting on her LACC journey, Jessica takes pride in maintaining focus in her studies, no matter the circumstances.  Looking ahead to 2024, Jessica is focused on completing the first season of...

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Emeriti Spotlight: Dr. Bernadette Tchen

Dr. Bernadette Tchen has bright eyes and a warm smile. Having a conversation with her is easy, you feel as though you’ve known her for years and could talk to her for hours. This professor, Licensed therapist, francophone, and lifelong student started teaching at Los Angeles City College (LACC) in 1989 as an adjunct professor in the English department and has been dedicated to our community ever since. Dr. Tchen and her husband Ronald Gould, an LACC Emeriti English...

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Spring 2024 Laptop Award Application Available January 22

The LACC Foundation will be awarding laptops to eligible students. The online application will be available January 22, 2024. If you have received a laptop for Spring 2024 from another area or department at Los Angeles City College, you are not eligible to apply. Eligibility Requirements: LACC is your Home Campus 2.5 GPA or higher Enrolled in a minimum of 6 units at LACC Less than 75 units completed at LACC (Nursing students are eligible to apply even if...

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