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

Student Media Triple Crown at JACC

October 5, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Citrus College student media made a powerful regional showing as 12 student journalists earned 28 awards and the Clarion newspaper, website and Logos magazine captured General Excellence honors.

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Investing in Dreams, Honoring Generosity

October 2, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Students, alumni and donors celebrated the Promise of Education as the Citrus College Foundation awarded $140,000 in scholarships and recognized the community support behind student achievement.

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Jair Mejia stands outdoors on the Citrus College campus wearing glasses, a gray sweatshirt and a college identification badge

PTK Vote Brings Citrus to a Global Stage

September 17, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Chosen by his peers after speaking before 4,500 people, Citrus College student Philippe Schicker became PTK Division IV vice president representing all 292 chapters across eight PTK regional organizations.

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Arts Students Gain an Early Advantage

July 6, 2018 | By Dr. Edward C. Ortell, Guest Columnist

Arts-focused students at CSArts-SGV gained a head start on college through a Citrus College partnership bringing dual-credit courses, faculty and student services directly to their high school campus each year.

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A Top-Seven Finish for Citrus

June 5, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Among more than 1,100 community colleges nationwide, Citrus College again ranked seventh for associate degrees awarded to Hispanic students, securing an 11th consecutive year of recognition from Hispanic Outlook on Education.

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Top Students Take the Achievement Stage

June 5, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

From Keys of Knowledge to service and athletic honors, Citrus College celebrated more than 100 students whose achievements distinguished them among the college's best and brightest.

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Career Education Delivers Strong Results

June 5, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Strong outcomes in nursing, child development, water and wastewater technology, diesel technology and technical theater helped Citrus College earn 14 statewide career education honors.

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Rivera's Journey Earns Top HTCC Honor

May 1, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Francisca Rivera's academic growth, resilience and community service earned the HTCC Dr. Juan Lara Scholarship and helped lead to UC San Diego admission with nearly full funding and housing for her family.

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James Honored for Impactful Teaching

May 1, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Office technology instructor Rhoda Ann-Michaux James earned peer-selected recognition for scholarship, teaching and a hands-on classroom model that prepares students for the professional workplace.

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Citrus Journalism Wins 11 State Awards

April 16, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Nineteen Citrus College journalists earned 11 individual awards at the JACC state convention, while the Clarion received General Excellence, students joined the statewide board and Meg O'Neil was honored for her service.

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From the Shop Floor to Career Success

April 2, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

With persistence, hands-on training and guidance from Citrus College instructors, Bernabe "Bernie" Segura transformed an entry-level automotive job into a respected career testing engines at Gale Banks Engineering.

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College Goals Start on Home Campuses

April 2, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

High school students across the region are getting a head start on college through Citrus College's Early College program, which combines dual enrollment, faculty-taught courses, student support and cost-saving opportunity.

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Citrus Theatre Makes Its Mark in Mesa

March 23, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Twelve Citrus College theatre arts students competed at a regional Kennedy Center festival in Arizona, where Maddison Stirrit, Jessica Pineda and Abel Marquez earned recognition in acting, stage management and directing.

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Students Find the World Within Reach

March 1, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Financial support opened the door to Costa Rica for Katherine Martinez and other Citrus College students, showing how study abroad can expand opportunity, confidence, cultural understanding and long-term academic goals.

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Student Media Stands Out at SoCal Event

December 4, 2017 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Student journalists from the Clarion and Logos represented Citrus College at the JACC SoCal Conference, earning 17 individual awards and top General Excellence honors for both student publications and campus newsroom work.

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Hands-On Research Inspires STEM Scholars

November 1, 2017 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Citrus College STEM students shared their Summer Research Experience projects at the sixth annual STEM Research Symposium, highlighting mentorship, discovery and preparation for transfer.

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Donor Support Shapes Student Futures

October 2, 2017 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

More than 200 Citrus College students received over $125,000 in scholarships during the Foundation's eighth annual reception, celebrating donors, community support and the promise of a new academic year.

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