The Educational Influence of Dr. Pauline Merry
March 27, 2024
Dr. Pauline Merry has dedicated her life’s work to expanding the minds of young adults through education.
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West Los Angeles College
Bryan and Gatheru Headline West LA College Climate Action Palooza
November 9, 2023
More than 700 participants gathered at West Los Angeles College on October 24-26 for the campus’ inaugural Climate Action Palooza, a three-day summit focused on activism, environmental justice, and workforce development for future green-collar jobs.
Student Athlete of the Week: Chandler Smith
November 17, 2022
West Los Angeles College track and field athlete Chandler Smith has been competing in sprints since an early age. At six years old, she started playing tennis but seeing her brother compete in track piqued her interest in the sport.
Student Athlete of the Week: Kyndahl Carter
March 24, 2022
For West Los Angeles College runner Kyndahl Carter, competing in track and field and going to school goes hand in hand.
Student Athlete of the Week: Kendall Hill
January 20, 2022
West Los Angeles College sophomore linebacker Kendall Hill competes and studies on a high level. Since his time at Dorsey high school, he has devoted himself to having a strong work ethic in all his endeavors. He noted how being committed to football is an important factor.
LACCD Semester Begins August 31, Open Enrollment in Full Swing
August 12, 2020
Special online open enrollment fairs hosted by the nine colleges of the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) will be held 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2020. See list below for online links per college.
If you’re planning to go to college this fall, do yourself—and your budget—a huge favor by enrolling at the affordable Colleges of Los Angeles with flexible class schedules and guaranteed admission. All applicants are welcome!
Community College District Announces Info on Classes Amid Coronavirus Crisis
March 26, 2020
The head of the Los Angeles Community College District announced today that any of its classes that cannot be converted into an online learning platform when remote instruction begins next Monday will be temporarily postponed until at least May 4 amid the coronavirus crisis.
Funeral to be Held for Teen Killed at Pasadena Rose Bowl While Trying to Break Up Fight
September 27, 2019
Funeral services will be held for Kamryn Stone on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Greater Emmanuel Temple Church in Lynwood.
Free “Net Tutor” For All LACCD Students Begins AUG. 26, 2019
August 23, 2019
LOS ANGELES—All new and returning students at the nine colleges of the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) can receive FREE academic tune-ups on a variety of subjects that are just a mouse-click away beginning August 26, the first day of the 2019 Fall Semester.
Student Athlete of the Week: Markell White
November 29, 2018
Being a quarterback for the West Los Angeles College Wildcats football team gives him skills that will help him with his football career and beyond. His leadership and decision-making skills can help him pursue his passion of being a firefighter.
WLAC Is 1st California Community College To Launch Climate Change Studies Degree
November 15, 2018
While other institutions offer programs that center on the environment, West’s new program aims to specifically study climate change
Student Voter Registration Events Held September 25, 2018
September 21, 2018
Student organizations throughout the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) are organizing a variety of events at the District’s nine colleges in conjunction with National Voter Registration Day on September 25, 2018. The district-wide student voter registration activities are also in response to a call by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and the March for Our Lives organization to ensure young people are empowered to let their voices be heard at the ballot box.
Pursuing Your Passion and Achieving Your Dreams
June 15, 2017
100 Black Men Celebrates Another Year of Helping Young Black Scholars Achieve Their Dream of Attending College
WLAC Serves As A Springboard To Universities Around The Country For African-American Students
June 15, 2017
West Los Angeles College offers several tailored support programs which provides tutoring, mentoring, and academic advisement.
Deadline Approaching for LAUSD Grads to Apply for Free 1st Year at West
April 14, 2017
Deadline Approaching for LAUSD Grads to Apply for Free 1st Year at West