Academic Affairs in the Media

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Top Scholars Honored at Annual Ceremony

June 3, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Scholarship, service and personal achievement took center stage as Citrus College celebrated students whose dedication, leadership and academic excellence reflect the spirit of the campus community.

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Readers Vote Citrus Best in Region

June 3, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Chosen by San Gabriel Valley readers, Citrus College earned four Reader's Choice honors, including best community college, best extension program, best cosmetology school and best career college.

celine ama and jiajie yang pose together on the citrus college campus after being named cooke scholarship semifinalists

Computer Science Students Gain Notice

May 1, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Two Citrus College computer science students are earning national attention as Cooke scholarship semifinalists, with Celine Ama and JiaJie Yang each preparing to transfer and use technology to create meaningful change.

ptk students and advisor display awards and certificates earned by the beta nu eta chapter at citrus college

Honor Society Builds Standout Year

May 1, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Phi Theta Kappa excellence took center stage as Beta Nu Eta students, advisors and counselors earned more than 20 honors during the 2024-2025 year.

michael hillman holds tile and plate ceramic creations

Sabbatical Brings Maiolica to Students

April 9, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

A faculty sabbatical in Italy gave Mike Hillman new ways to connect ancient Maiolica pottery with Citrus College ceramics, art, humanities and study abroad learning.

four trio stem staff members stand together outside the center for innovation building at citrus college

Mentoring and Tutoring Build Momentum

April 9, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

TRIO STEM is helping Citrus College students stay motivated in higher education through facilitator support, tutoring, workshops and guidance across nearly two dozen eligible programs.

citrus college student-athletes, coaches and staff pose together after a women in sports panel discussion

Women Athletes Talk Sports and Strength

April 9, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Women in Citrus College athletics took center stage during a panel focused on resilience, leadership, time management, teamwork and the changing role of women in sports.

blue note swing orchestra performs on stage at the haugh performing arts center while a conductor leads the ensemble

Big Names and Student Talent Share Stage

April 9, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

With concerts, theater, dance and student showcases, the Haugh offers something for every audience while giving Citrus College students a front-row path into performing arts careers.

nursing students wearing virtual reality headsets during a simulation training exercise in a clinical lab

Nursing Students Train in Virtual Care

March 3, 2025 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Through VR and simulation technology, Citrus College nursing students are gaining realistic practice, strengthening clinical judgment and preparing to provide safe, competent patient care.

student presents a stem research poster during the citrus college stem research symposium

Student Research Tackles Real Challenges

November 1, 2024 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Citrus College STEM students showcased research with real-world reach, presenting projects shaped by summer experiences at regional universities and institutes.