History at Cerritos College

Sat. Oct. 1 - San Gabriel Mission History Forum

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 18:17:51 -0700

10 am - 1 pm at San Gabriel Mission. Discussions on “Spanish Music in California’s Missions ” and “The Daughters of Charity and Sisters’ Hospital, 1880-1920.” Flyer.

Mon Sep 12 - Celebrate America

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 12:48:08 -0700

Associated Students hosts the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001 (and Constitution Day), 2 pm, Falcon Square. Booths from first responders, including fire, sheriffs, Red Cross, and the military, at 12 noon. Red, white and blue attire encouraged. Flyer.

Student Success Center workshops, Sep. 5 - 9

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:17:12 -0700

Check out this schedule for week 4 in the Student Success Center. History students can especially benefit from workshops on writing, note-taking, time managment, and reading the textbook.

People's History Association fall semester

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:35:09 -0700

Real People. Real History. Real Talk…

The People’s History Association (Student Club)

Meeting the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday of every month. 11am-12pm. SS312

Upcoming Events:
Sep. 6th: Labor Day in the U.S, why not May Day!?
Sep. 13th Special Event: Latin America: Uprisings for Independence, Sci 202 (Hist Dept, Soc. de Prof. Hisp)
Sep. 20th: Mexico’s Independence: Independence for whom?
Sep. 22nd: Mexico: The struggle for real independence in contemporary Mexico.

Although it is history, all majors are welcome. Everyone has a history.

More dates to be posted on line.
Contact us:
PeoplesHistoryAssociation2011@hotmail.com

Sept. 6 - Peoples' History Association Labor Day meeting

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:06:00 -0700

Why does the United States celebrate Labor Day instead of May Day?

Find out at the Peoples’ History Association first meeting of the year, Tuesday, September 6, 11 am-12:15 pm in SS 312. Also planned is a discussion on club events and goals for the semester.

PHA is a history club that seeks an analytical and critical viewpoint on history and its impacts on society today.

Contact the PHA on Facebook or email peopleshistoryassociation2011@hotmail.com

NOTE: Room changed to SS 312.

9/11 remembrance + Constitution Day event

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 11:10:00 -0700

Campus community invited to memorialize 10th anniversary of national tragedy

WHAT: The Associated Students of Cerritos College will host a 9/11 remembrance event “Celebrate America” on Monday, September 12, 2011 at 2 p.m.
“Celebrate America” will feature bagpipes presentation, patriotic music, readings, and speakers. Community is invited to share memories of the tragedy that occurred ten years ago on September 11, 2001 by submitting a form. Selected comments will be shared at the event. The event also celebrates the anniversary of the United States Constitution and recognizes its importance in our nation’s history.

WHEN: Monday, September 12, 2011 at 2 p.m.

WHERE: Cerritos College Amphitheater (behind Burnight Center Theatre)

Scholarship Workshop

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 09:17:35 -0700

Learn the ABC’s of applying for scholarship money!

Our workshop will cover everything you need to know about:

* Format Basics
* Letters of Recommendation
* Obtaining Transcripts
* Writing an Essay
…..and much more

Thursday, September 1, 2011
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
SS 139

See attached flyer for more details.

International Student Orientation - Aug. 31

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 10:58:08 -0700

You are cordially invited to attend the Fall Semester International Student Orientation and Welcome Reception on Wed., Aug. 31 at 3:30 pm on the Student Center Stage area.

Study Abroad in Madrid Next Semester!

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:46:58 -0700

Cerritos College is proud to introduce a study abroad program. The orientation workshop for interested students is Tuesday, August 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Boardroom.

September Rebellions are coming to campus!

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:34:30 -0700

Several countries declared independence during the month of September. Discover the mostly unknown economic factors behind the independence of Chile, Mexico, Central America, and the failed revolt in Puerto Rico.

Presentation by Prof. Fernández, History Department and the Sociedad de Profesores Hispanos. Students of all majors and faculty members are welcome. A special invitation goes out to the new student club, the People’s History Association.

September 13, 11AM-12:30PM, Science 202

University Mega Fair - September 6, 10 am - 1 pm

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:05:07 -0700

University Mega Fair - September 6, 10 am - 1 pm:

Visit the University Mega Fair to meet alumni and representatives from many colleges, including UCLA, Long Beach State, and USC.

Research Paper Workshops at the Student Success Center

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:56:24 -0700

Research Paper Workshops at the Student Success Center:

Check out these workshops on researching and writing research papers. The workshop “Using Sources” is especially relevant for students in History.

Study Skills Workshops at the Student Success Center

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:48:00 -0700

Study Skills Workshops at the Student Success Center:

These workshops, offered at different times throughout the semester, cover such essentials as reading college textbooks, organizing your time, and taking notes.

Writing Workshops at the Student Success Center

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:45:00 -0700

Writing Workshops at the Student Success Center:

You might check out some of these workshops on writing skills at the Student Success Center (in the LRC building).