Academic Affairs in the Media

a student explains her cosmetics and breast cancer risk research poster to a visitor during the stem research symposium

Science, Fieldwork and New Possibilities

November 5, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Students turned complex investigations into public conversation at the STEM Research Symposium, presenting mentored work on fire ignition, cosmetics, seafood authenticity and other scientific questions.

citrus college student journalists and faculty pose with certificates after earning awards at a regional journalism association of community colleges conference

Clarion, Logos Shine at Regional Awards

October 23, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Clarion and Logos students earned 11 individual honors at the regional JACC conference, while the Clarion newspaper and website received General Excellence recognition for outstanding design, photography, writing and more.

a student speaker addresses guests from a citrus college podium during the foundation's scholarship reception, with orange, white and blue balloons behind him

Student Stories Highlight Donor Impact

October 1, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Students and donors came together as the Citrus College Foundation awarded about $120,000 in scholarships, celebrated a Kennedy Center intern and introduced a new memorial scholarship recipient.

blue model house resting on the open pages of a book, representing real estate education and career preparation

Career Flexibility Starts in Real Estate

October 1, 2019 | By Dr. Edward C. Ortell, Guest Columnist

For more than five decades, Citrus College has prepared students for real estate careers. Today's program includes skill awards, a certificate, an associate degree and accelerated courses aligned with state requirements.

large textured ceramic vessel displayed on a pedestal in an art gallery, with another vessel and visitors in the background

Faculty Creativity Goes on Display

September 12, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

From ceramics to digital storytelling, "Under the Influence" showcased work by 21 Citrus College art instructors, revealing the ideas that shape their creativity while encouraging students to discover inspiration of their own.

smiling student standing in front of a whiteboard filled with mathematical equations, graphs and formulas

Math Support Without the Setback

August 10, 2019 | By Dr. Edward C. Ortell, Guest Columnist

A new approach to math placement helps Citrus College remove a major barrier to completion. Students enter transfer-level courses sooner, supported by a co-requisite model that produces stronger results.

ten citrus college students pose on campus steps while holding achievement awards

Scholars, Leaders and Athletes Honored

June 4, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Citrus College honored its best and brightest at the 56th annual Achievement Awards, recognizing more than 100 students for academic distinction, service, athletic excellence and positive campus contributions.

two citrus college cosmetology students smile while holding a first-place avant-garde award from the galactic heroes and villains hair show

Bold Designs Bring the Runway to Life

June 4, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Hair, makeup, costumes, music and stagecraft transformed the Haugh into a student-powered spectacle, as Citrus College's annual Hair Show celebrated creativity, built confidence and supported future activities.

a pumping plant pushes water up hill on a canal, part of the california aqueduct system in central California

Turning Water Knowledge Into Opportunity

June 4, 2019 | By Dr. Edward C. Ortell, Guest Columnist

Built with the water industry in mind, Citrus College's program moves students from technical training to certification, employment and advancement while helping Southern California water districts develop the workforce they need.

elina hughes laughs while seated behind an ipad she uses for assistive communication

Elina Hughes Makes Conference History

May 1, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

With assistive communication technology and a distinctive historical perspective, Elina Hughes became the first student with a disability to present at HTCC and received an award for outstanding achievement.