News Release

IWV Campus

Rotary Supports "I'm Going to College" Event at Cerro Coso

May 5, 2008

The Cerro Coso Community College Counseling Office hosted an "I'm Going to College" event for local fifth graders on Thursday, May 1 through the donations of the China Lake Rotary. Each year the Rotary Club of China Lake donates $1,000 to sponsor the "I'm Going to College" event at the College.

Approximately 225 5th grade students from Las Flores, Richmond, Inyokern, Immanuel and St. Ann's elementary schools attended the event. The 5th graders were on campus to learn about the opportunities that await them at Cerro Coso Community College. The 5th graders were welcomed by Cerro Coso president Dr. Retterer; and vice-president of Student Learning, Dr. James Fay.

The 5th graders were given tours of the campus by members of the Cerro Coso student body (Student Ambassadors and Student workers, and Student volunteers). The fifth graders enjoyed three different demonstrations given by Dick Benson, Professor of Art; Debby Kilburn, Professor of Computer Information Systems; and Shannon Bliss, Associate Professor of Biology.

The students enjoyed sack lunches prepared by the Coyote Kitchen crew. The College Bookstore provided bags for each student to carry their Cerro Coso goodies in.

"This event is tailored to excite and encourage students to attend college. In addition, it assists and familiarizes students with the different opportunities that are available to them when they decide to attend college," stated Karee Hamilton, Counselor.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Joann Handeland, Director of Public Information (760) 384-6230