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Help the Los Angeles City College Transfer Center raise resources for students transferring to 4-year institutions. Over the past years we have witness students not applying for some universities due to not having the funds to cover the application fees (for Private Universities, Out-of-State Universities, CSUs/UCs), LACC Transfer Center believes that every student deserves the opportunity to apply for a brighter future. Therefore, this fundraiser is dedicated to supporting transfer students in need by covering their transfer application fees...
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At 11 a.m. on October 5, a statue of King Sejong will be unveiled at Jefferson Hall on the campus of Los Angeles City College (LACC). This marks the first instance of a King Sejong statue being erected on a public university campus in the U.S. LACC intends to familiarize its students, faculty, and staff with King Sejong, the creator of the Korean alphabet. Currently, LACC’s Korean language class boasts over 1,000 students, underscoring its position as a hub...
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In celebration for Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, join us for Los Angeles Community College District’s 1st Annual Latin Music Festival featuring Los Angeles City College Salsa Band. Thursday, October 12th 12:00pm to 1:30pm Location: Los Angeles City College Main Quad 855 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90029 Food for purchase by Local Food Trucks (subject to change): Mikie’s Pupusas Martin’s Tacos Desserts by Martha Puente
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What’s an IRA? An IRA, or Individual Retirement Account, is an account that was designed by Congress to support you in your retirement. Those fortunate enough to have retirement plans often deposit pre-taxed income, directly from their paycheck, into their IRA, 401k, 403b, or 457. Typically, these investments grow over time and when you’re ready to retire, this money is able to support you and your lifestyle. However, since pre-taxed income funded your IRA, your withdrawals are taxed just...
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Meet LACCF President Scholar Jonathan is an L.A. native and after graduating high school, he was determined to continue his education, but knew his financial situation would stop him from being able to attend a four-year university. Jonathan is driven and focused, he decided to come to City, complete course credits, with plans to transfer to U.C. Santa Barbara or UCLA in the Spring of 2024. Jonathan works hard and has consistently excelled in his education becoming an LACCF...
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The Los Angeles City College Foundation is thrilled to welcome Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Harriet Ryan, an investigative reporter for the Los Angeles Times. Join us for a conversation about Harriet’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 break the news? Come find out! This event was made possible by the Nick Beck Endowment. The endowment supports students...
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“No one can convince you to do something you are not ready for, but if you want something bad enough, you will find a way to achieve it (or you will find something better along the way.) Take it one step at a time, be ready to ask for help, and do not give up.” – Emily Byron Meet Ralph Bunche Scholar and Psychology Student Emily Byron Why did you choose Los Angeles City College? During the quiet yet...
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“You’re not just a student, you’re a filmmaker. Don’t do homework, complete projects. “A’s” are fine, portfolios are better. Start from Day one, lead with actions and standards and others will want to work with you.” – William Angel Meet LACC Cinema Production Alumnus William Angel William Angel’s dedication and grit for Cinema Production reflects the number of film projects he’s completed during his time at LACC. His persistence has opened doors, such as having his film Sonrisa screen...
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LACC alumna Hisako Terasaki is a second generation Japanese American who grew up in Boyle Heights, just east of downtown Los Angeles. Her parents, Shuichi and Chizu Sumioka, had a flower shop on the corner of 1st and Fickett Streets. When she was a young teenager, she, her sister Tokiko, and her parents were interned at the Poston, Arizona relocation camp. During the period of hardship after the war, Hisako enrolled at LACC to study Art. In 1954, she...
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LACC Theater Department Chair Eddie Bledsoe with donors and alumna (2023) Photo by Louis White
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