Pride Fest last week was spectacular! 🏳️‍🌈 Thanks for joining us, Warriors!

Get ready for the 3-day weekend, Warriors. ✨ Campus will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

🎧 This month’s ElCo Chats episode welcomes Griselda and Maribel from the ECC Puente Project to celebrate the program's 40th anniversary at the college. In this clip, we learn about the Puente legacy and what the future holds. Watch the full podcast and subscribe at www.elcamino.edu/podcast.

Head over to instagram.com/elcaminoedu and follow ECC Student Trustee Charlie Mitchell as she takes over our IG stories all day today!

Based on updated guidance provided today by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, the CCC Security Center, and information shared by Instructure, El Camino College is restoring normal access to Canvas services.

Warriors, we are just about one month away from Commencement! 😅 We’ll be hosting Q&As later this month and the week before your big day. Until then, check the link in bio for grad and guest info.

Dear El Camino College Students, Faculty and Staff, We want to provide our campus community with an update regarding the ongoing Canvas outage impacting colleges across the California Community Colleges system.

Let’s shout out the SJC, Career Services, Counseling and BSS department for teaming up on the Agents of Social Change Career & University Fair! 👏 This collaborative event hosted representatives from universities, employers, community partners and campus resources for all majors.

Every spring we celebrate exceptional faculty and staff at El Camino College. 👏 This year we recognize Anna Reynolds, Dr. René Lozano and Emmanuel Aguiar for their incredible work serving our campus and community!

Thank you for join us today as we kicked off AANHPI Heritage Month! 🙌 MANA hosted the annual event with performances by Lion’s Pride and an island dance tour through Polynesia, Samoa and Tongva. Head to bit.ly/AANHPIecc to view the full lineup of AANHPI Heritage Month events happening at El Camino.

Started in response to self-starting entrepreneurs at ECC, the All Things Business Expo connects small business owners to valuable resources from around the LA basin. 🤝 From university transfer programs to budgeting support, our Warriors had the opportunity to network with likeminded professionals.

Cindy Cabrera recently completed her first large-scale motion graphics project, an impressive video display that projected 20-foot-tall images on the side of the Student Services building. 📽️ ➡️ Read more about Cindy and view the large-scale project at bit.ly/CindyECC.

Thank you to our Warriors, local high school students and community members for joining us at the 26th annual Blueprint Job Fair hosted by ECC's Career Services and the South Bay Workforce Investment Board! 💼 Find more events and workshops from Career Services at bit.ly/CareersECC.

Class schedules are now available to view for Summer 2026 through Spring 2027! Priority registration for Summer 2026 begins May 4, Fall 2026 begins May 11. Be sure to check your registration appointment on MyECC beginning on April 27. Browse classes now at www.elcamino.edu/schedule.

🎙️ ElCo Chats is back with another new episode! We welcome professor John Yeressian and student William Wilson to talk about how the ECC real estate program helps students learn and prepare for a wide range of industry careers. 🏡 Watch the full podcast and subscribe at www.elcamino.edu/podcast.

We are halfway through the semester, Warriors! 😅 We hope you had a wonderful spring break. Now, let’s start strong and keep the momentum up until the end of spring semester.

Three El Camino College students were recently named semifinalists for The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation 2026 Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. The prestigious national award supports exceptional community college students working to complete their bachelor’s degrees in any area of study.

ECC’s Career Services, in partnership with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board, will present the 26th Annual Job Fair on April 28. Explore a variety of careers with over 115 employers and take a significant step toward future goals. Read more: bit.ly/JobFairECC

Happy Friday, Warriors! 🏝️ We are finally heading into spring break. Classes will be on recess all next week, but campus offices will remain open. Have a restful break and we’ll see you recharged on Monday, April 20.

Network of @calcommcolleges.bsky.social Foundations has selected Carol & Kevin Sharer as the 2025 Bernard Osher Philanthropist of the Year. The Sharer Foundation has awarded over $5 million through partnerships w/ ECC, @smcedu.bsky.social & @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social. More at bit.ly/SharerECC

Thanks to Student Health Services for hosting a powerful day of support with the Suicide Prevention and Well-Being Fair. 🫂 The Health Center provides psychological services at no cost to ECC students, as well as physical health. Make an appointment today and get more info at www.elcamino.edu/shs.

Campus will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, March 31 in observance of Farmworkers Day. All classes and other College business will resume as scheduled on Wednesday, April 1. While the campus will be closed during the holiday, ECC Campus Police Department will continue operations 24 hours a day.

UPDATE: Additional seating is now available to accommodate ALL eligible graduating students participating in this year’s Commencement Ceremony! If you haven’t reserved your seat please do so NOW! For more information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/commencement and check your emails for updates.

As we close out every Women’s History Month, our campus community came together for the 29th Annual Distinguished Women Awards & Reception. 💐 We recognize and honor the contributions these individuals have made for El Camino College and the surrounding community.

ECC will be closed on Tuesday, March 31, to honor the rich history, resilience, and ongoing contributions of farmworkers in shaping California and the nation. In light of troubling allegations and ongoing discussions surrounding the legacy of Cesar Chavez, ECC will recognize “Farmworkers Day.”

The ElCo Chats podcast is back with a new episode! 🎧 Today, we welcome ECC counselor Diego Rodriguez and student Reginald Jackson to discuss the impact and mission of the Men of Color Action Network. Watch the full interview and subscribe at the link in bio!

The ECC Foundation is the recipient of a $100,000 contribution from Honda that aims to drive workforce development forward in the Los Angeles–South Bay region. Read more about the generous contribution at bit.ly/HondaECC.

As a proud union journeyman ironworker, El Camino alum Adam Hupert enjoys his career as a welder. Now a journeyman ironworker with Union Local 433, he was recently honored as one of two top apprentices from the entire graduating class. 👨‍🏭 Read more at bit.ly/HupertECC.

What a bright and sunny day for a University Fair! 🌞 Thanks to all the colleges and universities that stopped by campus to meet with our Warriors. Are you planning on visiting campuses? Check in with the Transfer Center and sign up a University Tour at bit.ly/TransferECC.

We are in awe of Lauren Halsey’s new sculpture park ‘sister dreamer’ in South LA! 🏛️ The ECC alumna opened her new space on Western & 76th and is open every Wed-Sun, sunrise to sunset. The monumental concept dates back 20 years to her time as an architecture student here. Read more: lat.ms/4bXNXNV

We would like to thank the SJC and Humanities department for hosting the 26th annual Cherry Blossom Festival. 🌸 We welcomed a special performance from choreographer Shiho Tendou, haiku readings by ECC students, presentation by Dr. Donald Tereo Hata and ice cream from our friends Kansha Creamery!

Shape the future of ECC by sharing your input on educational priorities, campus needs and our long-term vision. 'Join the Conversation' invites our community to influence campus plans and improve access and affordability to students. Your voice matters! Take the survey today ➡️ www.elcamino.edu/jtc.

All are invited to visit El Camino for a celebration of spring at the 26th Annual Dr. Nadine Ishitani Hata Memorial Cherry Blossom Festival, set for 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17 at the Student Services Plaza. 🌸 Read more at bit.ly/CBF26ECC and see you next week!

ElCo animal life appreciation post -- Spring Edition! 🪿🐿️🐈🐝

Open Doors recently trained staff from @elcaminocollege.bsky.social's EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs & Services) — a team that helps community college students graduate & transfer to 4-year universities. The convo was rich, the vulnerability was real & they truly care about their students.

Samantha Salazar was among the first students to complete ECC’s inaugural Intern South Bay program, where she gained practical experience at a personal injury law firm in Torrance in addition to valuable insights into her future career as an attorney. Read more about Samantha at bit.ly/SalazarECC.

Congratulations to all the honorees of Women of Influence 2026! 👏 Special thanks goes to the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce for hosting this wonderful celebration. We are proud to be an event sponsor.

Happy 18 years of Taste of Soul at El Camino! 🥘 We’d like to shout out the BSSC and SJC for keeping this campus tradition going. Our community came together for good times and delicious food to close out our Black History Month festivities.

ICC knocks it out of the park again with Spring Club Rush! 💫 Day 1 is done, but Club Rush continues through Wednesday and concludes with the Club Mixer and Open House on Thursday.

What an incredible second week of spring, Warriors! 🐝

Hey Warriors, here's a friendly reminder that parking permits are available for purchase via Honk Mobile. 🚙 You can choose between Daily and Full Semester passes and register up to 2 vehicles per account. Head over to myecc.elcamino.edu to get started!

The clock is ticking to submit your Intents of Graduation and Petitions of Certificate! 🕰️ If you plan to graduate this spring semester, please submit your grad plans by Friday, Feb. 27 at 4pm. Apply for Spring 2025 Graduation at bit.ly/GradApplyECC.

We hope our Warriors had a wonderful first week of spring classes! 🦆

Thanks to the Social Justice Center, BSSC and ASO for helping us kickoff Black History Month at El Camino! 👏 In addition to our resource fair and festivities, we hosted a Market Flea featuring small businesses from around our community. Check out upcoming BHM events at www.elcamino.edu/bhm.

The Bookstore has been refreshed for spring! 📚🍫 Everything from ECC merch to snacks has been updated. We’d like to remind you that course materials are available for purchase or rental online. Books can be shipped directly home, or pick-up in-person. Shop now at elcamino.bncollege.com!

The award-winning higher ed podcast is back! 🎙️ We welcome a dynamic trio of student success Warriors to talk about their role in creative a first-ever @calcommcolleges.bsky.social & HBCU transfer guarantee pathway 10 years ago! Watch the full interview at www.elcamino.edu/podcast!

Spring is finally here! 🐣 We have a tremendous semester ahead of us and we can’t wait to share it with you all. So, how was your first day back on campus?

Good morning, Warriors. 🌞 Here’s a friendly reminder that campus is closed today for Washington’s Day. That’s right, we’ve got one more day until Spring classes start! See you tomorrow!

Heads up Warriors, campus will be closed this coming Monday, Feb. 16 in observance of Washington’s Day, but we’ll be open for the beginning of spring classes the next day! The new semester starts Tuesday, Feb. 17 and there's still time to add a class. Browse courses at www.elcamino.edu/schedule.

The ECC Foundation invites you to save the date for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards on March 6! ✨ This year we welcome keynote speaker Dr. Melanie Lundquist, an activist philanthropist whose voice is as fearless as her life-changing work. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/DistinguishedECC.