LACC in the News


Sejong City - LA City University Discuss Practical Cooperation, Good Morning Chungcheong, July 18, 2024

 

Sejong City and LA Korean Education Center, Yonhap News, July 18, 2024

 

Mayor Choi Min-Ho Visit to LACC, Joongbu, July 18, 2024

 

The Gay Liberation Front Office in LA, WeHo Online Community News, February 12, 2024

 

 

KABC-TV Coverage of LACC's Lunar New Year Celebration, February 8, 2024

 

 

 

LACC Hosts Fall Hiring Spree, November 16, 2023

 

Korea Daily: Hangeul Day  to be Honored with Unveiling of King Sejong statue on Oct. 5

Korea Daly coverage on unveiling of King Sejong statue at LACC. Originally published on September 22, 2023.

 

KTLA Evening News: August 12 Enrollment Fair at LACC

KTLA Evening News includes a segment on the August 12, 2023 Enrollment Fair at LACC. 

 

 

K-Lunch Episodes Filmed at LACC

K-Lunch, the popular Korean reality cooking show, filmed a series of episodes at LACC.  

Community College Daily: New CEO, Originally Published June 13, 2023

Community College Daily reports that Dr. Amanuel Gebru will be the next president at LACC. 

EdSource: LA City College Names New President: Originally Published June 13, 2023

EdSource reports on LA City College announcing new president. 

 

 

KCAL News: Cubby's Closet: Program for Students

Originally published: March 29, 2023

 

KCAL News: Cubby's Closet: L.A. City College's free store for students

Originally Published: March 29, 2023

Spectrum News: What's Good?! Cubby's Closet at LACC

Originally Published: March 14, 2023

LAist: Los Angeles City College Students Open Their Own (Free) Clothing Store

Published February 20, 2023

An article in LAist by Jackie Orchard on LACC's new Cubby's Closet.

 

 

CBS Los Angeles: Look At This: LA City College

Originally Published: 8/30/2022

LACC in the News


The Gay Liberation Front Office in LA, WeHo Online Community News, February 12, 2024

 

 

KABC-TV Coverage of LACC's Lunar New Year Celebration, February 8, 2024

 

 

 

LACC Hosts Fall Hiring Spree, November 16, 2023

 

Korea Daily: Hangeul Day  to be Honored with Unveiling of King Sejong statue on Oct. 5

Korea Daly coverage on unveiling of King Sejong statue at LACC. Originally published on September 22, 2023.

 

KTLA Evening News: August 12 Enrollment Fair at LACC

KTLA Evening News includes a segment on the August 12, 2023 Enrollment Fair at LACC. 

 

 

K-Lunch Episodes Filmed at LACC

K-Lunch, the popular Korean reality cooking show, filmed a series of episodes at LACC.  

Community College Daily: New CEO, Originally Published June 13, 2023

Community College Daily reports that Dr. Amanuel Gebru will be the next president at LACC. 

EdSource: LA City College Names New President: Originally Published June 13, 2023

EdSource reports on LA City College announcing new president. 

 

 

KCAL News: Cubby's Closet: Program for Students

Originally published: March 29, 2023

 

KCAL News: Cubby's Closet: L.A. City College's free store for students

Originally Published: March 29, 2023

Spectrum News: What's Good?! Cubby's Closet at LACC

Originally Published: March 14, 2023

LAist: Los Angeles City College Students Open Their Own (Free) Clothing Store

Published February 20, 2023

An article in LAist by Jackie Orchard on LACC's new Cubby's Closet.

 

 

CBS Los Angeles: Look At This: LA City College

Originally Published: 8/30/2022

Telemundo 52: LACC offers animation programs to young students

Originally Published: 8/3/2022

Korea Times: 'Community College, Don't Worry About Tuition'

Originally Published: 7/18/2022

An article by Hyung-seok Han about the LACCD Community College Enrollment Fair held at the Koreatown Youth Center (KYCC). The event was also to celebrate the passage of AB 2266, which extends the California College Promise to returning and re-enrolling students.

Korea Daily: LA Community College Enrollment Campaign

Originally Published: 7/17/2022

Coverage of the Debt-Free Enrollment Fair hosted by the Koreatown Youth Center (KYCC), which helped students and adults apply for college.

La Opinion: Students Are Encouraged to Enroll in Los Angeles Community Colleges and Receive Their Education Free

Originally Published: 7/17/2022

An article by Jacqueline Garcia detailing efforts to enroll students into college debt-free for the start of the fall semester

Radio Korea: 'Community College Registration Fair without Tuition Fee' Held at KYCC

Originally Published: 7/15/2022

A report by Lee Hwang on the tuition-free Community College Enrollment Fair being held in partnership with Congressman Miguel Santiago, CA District 53, to help students progress to college.
 

LA Times: How the pandemic is changing higher education for the better

Originally Published: 6/12/2022

An Op-Ed by Stephen J. Handel and Eileen L. Strempel featuring a writeup of LACC's full-remote class schedule.

Additional Coverage of First Lady Jill Biden's Commencement Speech


Originally Published: 6/8/2022

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LA Times: ‘Never forget where you came from,’ Jill Biden tells graduates of Los Angeles City College

Originally Published: 6/7/2022

An article by Melissa Gomez about First LAdy Jill Biden's commencement address to the LACC graduating class of 2022

Daily News: LA City College Students, Faculty Are Thrilled to Have First Lady Jill Biden at Graduation

An article by Linh Tat announcing that first lady Jill Biden will deliver the keynote address at the Los Angeles City College 2022 commencement ceremony.

Watch First Lady Jill Biden's Commencement Speech

Additional Coverage of this Event


Originally Published: 5/31/2022

SBS Evening News: A statue of King Sejong the Great on the American university campus!

Originally Published: 4/26/2022


MBC AMERICA: April 26, 2022

Originally Published: 4/26/2022


KBS America: 2022.04.26

Originally Published: 4/26/2022

Radio Korea: Joseon Imperial Family Donates $100,000 to LACC to Support Korean Studies Program

Originally Published: 4/26/2022

Reporter Shin-Woo Kim documents the recent $100,000 donation from the Korean Imperial Family of Chosen to support the LACC Korean Language and Civilization program.

Korea Daily: The Imperial Cultural Foundation Delivered Support to LACC Korean Language Program

Originally Published: 4/26/2022

A short writeup of the recent $100,000 donation from the Korean Imperial Family of Chosen to support the LACC Korean Language and Civilization program.

Daily News: LA City College’s Earth Day echoes environmental awareness goals of original 1970 date

An article by Holly Andres chronicling LACC's Earth Day event, featuring a tree planting ceremony and food grown in the community garden.

The Korea Times: LACC Elects First Korean American Elected Academic Senate President

Originally Published: 2/22/2022

A report by Seok In-hee on Mickey Hong's election as President of the Academic Senate

Variety: Watch Portions of This Year’s Golden Globes Ceremony

Originally Published: 2/18/2022

President Mary Gallagher was in attendance for this year’s 79th Annual Golden Globes awards ceremony.

Univision 34: Learn About Grants and Other Incentives Available to Community College Students in Los Angeles

Originally Published: 2/7/2022

There is help available for housing, food, books, transportation and child care, among others, so that students can concentrate on their studies

CBS Los Angeles: Metro GoPass Program Gives LA Community College Students Free Bus, Train Rides Through End Of 2022

Metro and the Los Angeles Community College District launched the GoPass program Tuesday to give students a free pass on public transit in order to get to class. Under the program, LACCD students will be able to ride all Metro-operated buses and trains for free through the end of next year.

Telemundo 52: Los Angeles Community Colleges Will Require COVID-19 Vaccine

Originally Published: 9/2/2021

A write up of the new district policy regarding vacination or regular testing for all LACCD students, faculty, and staff.

Los Angeles Daily News: Schiff seeks $7.7 million for 10 projects, including Armenian museum and Children’s Hospital

Originally Published: 7/15/2021

A review of initiatives proposed by Representative Schiff, including funding for LACC's Basic Needs Project

East Hollywood Neighborhood Council: Free Drive-thru Food Giveaway Event at LA City College

Originally Published: 6/11/2021

A brief write up of a free food giveaway event hosted by LACC
 

LA Times: Colleges Try to Devise a Common Course Numbering System

Originally Published: 4/30/2021

An article by Larry Gordon explores a plan to create a common course numbering system at all of California's community colleges.

Telemundo 52: Lacc Offers a Community Garden to Combat Food Insecurity

Originally Published: 4/22/2021

"The City's Garden” is a student-led project to help combat food insecurity among students and the surrounding LACC community.

The Christian Science Monitor: Community college: How education’s ‘best-kept secret’ stays afloat

Originally Published: 4/6/2021

An article by Sarah Matusek chronicalling LACC's outreach efforts during the pandemic. Featuring interviews with acting dean Armineh Dereghishian, and president Mary Gallagher.

LACC Shoutout During Real Time with Bill Maher

Originally Published: 3/26/2021

LAist: Community Colleges Have Lost A Lot Of Students During The Pandemic. Here's How One Campus Has Kept Theirs.

Originally Published: 3/18/2021

An article by Adolfo Guzman-Lopez featuring interviews with LACC students and administrators.

Forbes: Academic Influence Ranks The Best Community Colleges, Nationally And By State

Originally Published: 3/7/2021

An article by Michael T. Nietzel about Academic Influence's first-ever ranking of the 50 best community colleges in American. This ranking placed LACC as the 6th best community college nationwide, and 2nd overall for the state of California.

LA This Week: Los Angeles City College Day of Gratitude Event

Originally Published: 11/16/2020

Channel 35 Coverage of Los Angeles City College Day of Gratitude Event featuring interviews with Acting VP Alen Andriassian, and Dean of Student Services Armineh Dereghishian.

CBS Los Angeles: LACCD Colleges Giving Turkeys, Grocery Store Gift Cards To Students In Need

Originally Published: 11/12/2020

KCBS/KCAL coverage of the "Day of Gratitude" food giveaway at LACC, featuring an interview with Acting VP Alen Andriassian and footage of our numerous student and employee volunteers.

NBC Los Angeles: LACC Food Bank for Students

Originally Published: 11/10/2020

KNBC coverage of the "Day of Gratitude" food giveaway at LACC

Education Bridge Journal: Los Angeles City College US University Study Abroad Information Summary

Originally Published: 10/30/2020

A review of the LACC International Student Program featuring an interview with Associate Dean Darren Grosch

La Opinión: Los Angeles Community College Offers Free Education

Originally Published: 10/11/2020

A write up of the “LACC Family Night” program, where the Outreach and Recruitment Office offers workshops in Spanish so families can learn about opportunities for free education.

LA Sentinel: Los Angeles City College Supports Black Lives Matter

Originally Published: 9/10/2020

A write up of the events and initiatives implemented at LACC to fulfill their commitment to pursue racial justice.

EdSource: Some people called my community college trash, they were wrong

Originally Published: 6/29/2020

An article by LACC alumnus Kilmer Salinas on their experiences at LACC.

LA Times: Compounding Crises for Junior-College Students

Originally Published: 6/22/2020

An article by Nina Agrawal detailing the difficulties experienced by LACCD students during the Spring 2020 Semester, including an interview with LACC graduate Stevie Carpenter.

Mayor Eric Garcetti: COVID-19 Response Update

Originally Published: 5/29/2020

The Mayor's live address includes a memorial for LACC IT Manager Kabwe Chanda.

CBS News: Listen to inspiring speeches from some of this year's student speakers

Originally Published: 5/19/2020

Six high school graduates from across the country offer virtual commencements from their homes. Each looks back at their last four years and beyond the pandemic that's soured senior year.

Guide to Online Schools: 2020 Best Online Community Colleges in California

Originally Published: 5/7/2020

Los Angeles City College is included among 21 community colleges considered the best places in California to earn an online associate degree or certificate. 

Daily Trojan: Summer school, independent projects can help provide structure amid pandemic

Originally Published: 4/26/2020

An article by Neil Binnie that mentions LACC's online classes as a great way for students to deal with a summer in isolation

Not Born Yesterday: The Life of Morgan Freeman

Originally Published: 3/31/2020

An article by Jill Weinlein about the life and career of LACC Alumnus Morgan Freeman

Los Angeles Times: Increased Anxiety and Depression Top College Students’ Concerns in Coronavirus Survey

Originally Published: 3/25/2020

An article by Arit John, featuring an interview with a current LACC student.

LACCD Gives Away 300 Laptops for Remote Learning

Originally Published: 3/22/2020

The Los Angeles Community College District and its Foundation for the Los Angeles Community Colleges gave away 300 laptops to LACCD students who need essential remote learning tools as the District and its nine colleges shift to online learning platforms later this month in response to the fight against the spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus.

Approximately 300 laptops were provided Sunday, March 22  in drive-up service to students in their cars.

Spectrum News 1: LACCD Gives Away 300 Laptops for Remote Learning

NBC Los Angeles: Program Provides Free Laptops to ‘College Promise’ Students

OnStage: Conversations with Morgan Freeman

Originally Published: 2/24/2020

An article by Christopher Peterson recounting Morgan Freeman's recent visit to Los Angeles City College for the re-dedication of the Morgan Freeman Theater.

Our Weekly: Dr. King visited LA frequently

Originally Published: 1/16/2020

An article by Lisa Fitch, chronicling Dr. Martin Luther King's many visits to Los Angeles, including a 1962 speech to the students of Los Angeles City College.

US News: At 12 and 13, Siblings Among Youngest Students at UNLV

Originally Published: 12/20/2019

An article by Julie Wootton-Greener about the accomplishments of two of LACC's top AMATYC competitors (American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges).

Metro UK: Nike transformed this LA running track into a giant rainbow Pride flag

Originally Published: 11/16/2019

An article by Serena Coady about the new rainbow track at Los Angeles City College, part of Nike’s BE TRUE campaign.

Forbes: Carl Bernstein Delivers Inaugural Beck Lecture In Investigative Journalism

Originally Published: 10/31/2019

An article by Tom Teicholz about Carl Bernstein's recent lecture at LACC, part of the new Nick Beck Investigative Journalism Lecture Series at Los Angeles City College.

Footwear News: Fashion Industry Charity Donation News

Originally Published: 10/30/2019

An article by Charlie Carballo detailing charitable actions from the fashion industry, including Nike's donation of a newly refurbished track for Los Angeles City College.

Los Angeles Magazine: If Carl Bernstein Has Chills About the Trump Impeachment, He’s Not Saying So

Originally Published: 10/28/2019

An article by Michael Vignola about Carl Bernstein's recent investigative journalism lecture at LACC.

Beverly Press: LACC Unveils New Rainbow Track

Originally Published: 10/24/2019

Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell was in attendance to inaugurate the college’s new rainbow track donated to LACC by Nike.

Outsports: Rainbow pride-inspired track unveiled at Los Angeles City College

Originally Published: 10/14/2019

An article by Cyd Zeigler about the new BETrue rainbow-colored track at LACC, funded in part by Nike.

Out Magazine: Olympic Gold Medalist Kerron Clement Comes Out As Gay

Originally Published: 10/11/2019

An article by Tre'vell Anderson about Kerron Clement and the BETRUE Track at LA City College.

Small Business Exchange: Mayor Garcetti launches ‘Connect to Success’ to provide free laptops to LA College Promise students

Originally Published: 9/30/2019

Mayor Eric Garcetti today was joined by the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), the Annenberg Foundation, through its AnnenbergTech initiative, and other partners to launch ‘Connect to Success’ — a new program to provide free laptops to every first-year student participating in LA’s College Promise.

NBC Bay Area: Program Provides Free Laptops to 'College Promise' Students

Originally Published: 9/25/2019

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and officials with Los Angeles Community College District and the Annenberg Foundation announced a "Connect to Success" program Tuesday that will provide free laptops to every first-year student participating in the L.A. College Promise program.

Cryptocommentary: Program Announced to Provide Free Laptops to 'College Promise’ Students

Originally Published: 9/25/2019

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and officials with Los Angeles Community College District and the Annenberg Foundation announced a “Connect to Success” program Tuesday that will provide free laptops to every first-year student participating in the L.A. College Promise program.

The Korea Times: Complimentary laptops for 6,000 freshmen from Los Angeles Community College

Originally Published: 9/25/2019

Mayor Eric Garcetti and the LA Community College District (LACCD) announced on the 24th that they will launch a Connect to Success program, which will provide free refurbished computers to new college students for successful study.

CBS Los Angeles: First-Year Community College Students In LA Will Get Free Laptops

Originally Published: 9/25/2019

First-time community college students will not only get free tuition, but also free laptops under a new program under the LA College Promise.

LAist: California Lawmakers Tried To Cut The Cost Of College. Here's What They Did And Didn't Accomplish

Originally Published: 9/13/2019

An article by Adolfo Guzman-Lopez about recent bills proposed by the California Legislature, featuring an interview with LACC Dean of Student Services Drew Yamanishi.

ABC 7: Congressman Schiff Sponsors a Bill to Address Food Insecurity at Community Colleges

Originally Published: 9/5/2019

Josh Haskell of ABC 7 reports on Congressman Schiff's visit to LACC, and the proposed "Food for Thought" bill aimed at addressing food insecurity on community college campuses.

LA Times: Farm workers come to life through O.C. Fair’s featured artist

Originally Published: 7/15/2019

An article by Faith E. Pinho about LACC Alumnus Narsiso Martinez, the featured artist at the 2019 Orange County Fair

Inside Edition: Cameron Boyce's Grandmother Was Civil Rights Pioneer in the 1950s

Originally Published: 7/11/2019

An article by Deborah Hastings about LACC Alumnus and civil rights pioneer Jo Ann Boyce

Discover Los Angeles: The Guide to Outdoor Movies in Los Angeles

Originally Published: 7/11/2019

A write up of outdoor movie presentations taking place in Los Angeles, including the Electric Dusk Drive-In experience at the Van De Kamp Innovation Center of Los Angeles City College

Las Vegas Review Journal: Sid the Kid saxophone performance Sunday at Summerlin Library

Originally Published: 7/10/2019

Mia Sims interviews LACC Alumnus and musician Sidney Smith

Heavy.com: Jo Ann Allen Boyce, Cameron’s Grandmother: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Originally Published: 7/7/2019

An article by D.L. Thompson about LACC Alumnus and civil rights pioneer Jo Ann Boyce

The Wrap: Walt Disney Television to Launch New Diversity Programs for Executives, TV Studio

Originally Published: 7/1/2019

An article by Reid Nakamura about Walt Disney Television's two new incubator programs for executives and studio employees of underrepresented backgrounds which will source candidates from Los Angeles City College

Bleeding Cool: Walt Disney Television Launches Diversity Campaign

Originally Published: 7/1/2019

Article by Leigh Kade about Walt Disney Television's new Executive Incubator Program which will source candidates from Los Angeles City College

LA Blade: Los Angeles Community College District holds Lavender Graduation

Originally Published: 6/2/2019

An article about LACCD's second annual Lavendar Graduation for LGBTQI students, which was held at LACC

LA Times: He got into a great college the old-fashioned way: Hard work, big dreams.

Originally Published: 4/22/2019

An article by Steve Lopez chronicling one LACC student's journey to a Harvard acceptance letter.

Noticias 62: Free Tax Prep Los Angeles at LACC

Originally Published: 4/15/2019

Noticias 62 Reporter Wendy Castillo, shot on-site footage and soundbites from FTPLA
spokespersons and last-minute tax filers at LACC.

Telemundo 52: Free Tax Prep Los Angeles at LACC

Originally Published: 4/15/2019

XXKVEA-Telemundo reporter Sandra Bonilla, broadcasted live on-site from LACC and reported throughout the morning from 5AM – 7AM. Various live cut-ins were featured with FTPLA spokesperson Audrey Casillas (KYCC), IRS spokesperson Anabel Marquez, and community tax lawyer, Isai Cortez.

Univision 34: Free Tax Prep Los Angeles at LACC

Originally Published: 4/15/2019

KMEX-Univision reporter, Erika Flores, reported live on site from 5AM – 7AM on A Primera Hora highlighting Tax Day tips and promoting the event at LACC.

KTLA 5: Free Tax Prep Los Angeles at LACC

Originally Published: 4/15/2019

KTLA sent a videographer to LACC to capture b-roll and on-site interviews from FTPLA
spokespersons. KTLA also secured footage from the Tax Day press conference highlighting
tax season highlights.

KCAL 9: Free Tax Prep Los Angeles at LACC

Originally Published: 4/15/2019

KCAL 9 sent a videographer to LACC to capture b-roll and on-site interviews from FTPLA
spokespersons.

KNBC 4: Free Tax Prep Los Angeles at LACC

Originally Published: 4/15/2019

KNBC Reporter, Michelle Valles, reported live from LACC between 4AM – 7AM interviewing FTPLA Spokesperson, Audrey Casillas (KYCC), IRS Spokesperson Anabel Marquez, and various last-minute tax filers.

Los Angeles Sentinel: LACC Dean Dr. Jeffrey D. Holmes named ECMC Foundation Fellow

Originally Published: 3/29/2019

Dr. Jeffrey D. Holmes, LACC Dean of Student Services, has been named as one of sixteen researchers from colleges across the nation to participate in the CTE Research Program at North Carolina State University.

Los Angeles Sentinel: L.A.Clippers Show the Joys of STEM at Science Festival

Originally Published: 3/28/2019

Amanda Scurlock reports on the Clippers Scifest SoCal science festival which featured the Los Angeles City College STEM Academy

Men's Health: 6 Wildly Successful Guys Who Attended Community Colleges

Originally Published: 3/15/2019

An Article by Jason Speakman featuring a profile of famous LACC amlumnus Morgan Freeman

Broadway World: Los Angeles Community College Celebrates 90th Anniversary

Originally Published: 3/14/2019

A write up of LACC's 90th Anniversary Gala event

NBC 4: LA City College Provides Students With Food Bank Each Week

Originally Published: 3/7/2019

Video coverage by Angie Crouch of NBC 4 on the expansion of the Food for Thought Pop Up Food Bank featuring an interview with President Mary Gallagher and volunteer Javier Ricardo Perez.

LAist: California Has Money For Ex-Convicts To Go To School. Here's How LA Community Colleges Want To Spend It

Originally Published: 1/2/2019

An article by Adolfo Guzman-Lopez about new grants available to assist formerly incarcerated students. Featuring an interview with dean Carol Kozeracki.

Los Angeles Daily News: LA City College Hosting Job Fair

Originally Published: 10/25/2018

An Article by Kevin Smith about the upcoming 2018 Fall Classic Hiring Spree at LACC

Telemundo 52: Undocumented Students Week of Action

Originally Published: 10/15/2018

Video coverage on Telemundo of the Undocumented Students Week of Action Resource Fair at LACC

Telemundo 52: LACC Pop Up Food Bank

Originally Published: 10/1/2018

Video coverage on Telemundo 52 of the Food for Thought Pop Up Food Bank featuring an interview with President Mary Gallagher

NBC: LACC Pop Up Food Bank

Originally Published: 10/1/2018

Video coverage of the Food for Thought Pop Up Food Bank on NBC 4, Los Angeles

KABC-AM: LACC Pop Up Food Bank

Originally Published: 9/30/2018

An announcement for LACC's new Food for Thought: Pop Up Food Bank to help food insecure students

LA Sentinel: LACC Hosted Screening of Emmy Award-Winning Actress/Director Cady McClain’s Seeing is Believing: Women Direct

Originally Published: 9/28/2018

A write up of the film screening and discussion panel held by the LACC Cinema/TV Department help on September 24

LACC Recruiting New Students for Ralph Bunche Scholars Program

Originally Published: 8/23/2018

A write up of the Ralph Bunche Scholars program at LACC

The Chronicle of Higher Education: Los Angeles City College Makes Interim President Permanent

Originally Published: 7/5/2018

An official announcement of Mary Gallagher's appointment to College President, compiled by Julia Piper

La Opinión: LACC Launches an Online Business Degree

Originally Published: 6/27/2018

A write up of the new LACC Online Academy

KPCC 89.3: Take Two

Originally Published: 6/4/2018

An interview from KPCC's Take Two program with reporter Adolfo Guzman Lopez on the LA College Promise students

BlueLA Launch Day Video

Originally Published: 5/9/2018

Video of the BlueLA Launch Day ceremony held at LACC

KPBS San Diego: Former Donovan Inmate Takes His College Degree Beyond The Barbed Wire

Originally Published: 4/27/2018

Article by Megan Burks featuring an interview with LACC counselor Mario Escalante and an LACC "Break It To Make It" student.

Asian Journal: BlueLA Electric Car Sharing Service

Originally Published: 4/23/2018

Article by Rae Ann Varona about the new BlueLA electric car sharing service at LACC

MBC-TV: BlueLA Electric Car Sharing Service

Originally Published: 4/20/2018

MBC America featured the new BlueLA electric car sharing service in a recent broadcast (Video is in Korean)

KPCC 89.3: BlueLA all-electric car share

Originally Published: 4/19/2018

Article by Susan Carpenter detailing the new BlueLA car sharing service coming to LACC

Univision: BlueLA, a program that gives the community access to electric cars

Originally Published: 4/18/2018

An interview with Marcel Porras explaining what "BlueLA" is and the main purpose of this initiative

KTLA 5: BlueLA Electric Vehicle Car Sharing Service

Originally Published: 4/17/2018

A news report about the BlueLA car sharing service coming to LACC

The Today Show: The Cast of 'The Sandlot' reunites 25 years later

Originally Published: 4/12/2018

The Today Show filmed a cast reunion for the movie “The Sandlot” on LACC’s baseball field.

JustLuxe: Sitting Down with the Queen of Activism - Gloria Steinem

Originally Published: 3/9/2018

Aritcle by Jill Weinlein about Gloria Steinem, and the “A Conversation on DACA” event held at LACC

Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Honors Actor Mark Hamill with Star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame

Originally Published: 3/8/2018

LACC Alumnus Mark Hamill is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Telemundo 52: A Conversation on DACA in Los Angeles

Originally Published: 2/6/2018

A news report about the Gloria Steinem and Samantha Ramirez-Herrera DACA lecture held at LACC

La Opinion: DACA Press Conference with Assemblymember Miguel Santiago at LACC

Originally Published: 1/27/2018

Article by Jacqueline García about a DACA press conference held at LACC

Jewish Journal: Israeli, Muslim Women Team to Fight for Equality in Hollywood

Originally Published: 11/21/2017

Article by Gerri Miller discussing a recent event held at Los Angeles City College

Los Angeles Times: The 99-Seat Beat

Originally Published: 9/22/2017

Article by F. Kathleen Foley highlighting the LACC Theatre Academy production of Freddy

LA Dance Chronicle: Preview: Freddy, a Hybrid Play/dance Based on the Life and Death of 1960s Unsung Dance Pioneer Fred Herko

Originally Published: 9/21/2017

Article By Jeff Slayton previewing the LACC Theatre Academy production of Freddy

KTLA 5: Back to School Reading Starring Brad Garrett at LACC

Originally Published: 9/7/2017

News report by Doug Kolk about the live stage reading of the Rodney Dangerfield classic "Back to School"

Southern California Public Radio: Community college enrollment drops by double digits on some campuses; some call it a "crisis"

Originally Published: 9/7/2017

Article by Adolfo Guzman-Lopez featuring an interview with LACC Vice President Dan Walden

KTLA 5: Special Event to Benefit Rodney Dangerfield Institute

Originally Published: 9/6/2017

News report announcing the live stage reading of the Rodney Dangerfield classic "Back to School"

Broadway World: Fountain Theatre's FREDDY World Premiere to Tell Story of '60s Avant-Garde Hero

Originally Published: 8/29/2017

Article previewing the LACC Theatre Academy production of Freddy

Southern California Public Radio: Community colleges tapping alumni to close funding gap

Originally Published: 8/16/2017

Article by Adolfo Guzman-Lopez featuring an interview with the LACC Foundation

KFI-AM: Rodney Dangerfield Institute

Originally Published: 6/3/2017

Taped interview with KFI-AM, the number one LA talk radio station, with Elizabeth Espinoza.

La Opinion: Rodney Dangerfield Institute

Originally Published: 6/3/2017

Article by Jacqueline García on LACC’s Rodney Dangerfield Institute (RDI)

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