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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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ea7ddd14-5783-4886-bba3-0cd800745a5bHero Deputy Attended College of the Canyons
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Christine Shaffer made headlines when she was credited with saving the life of a 2-year-old girl during an incident at a Castaic-area pool. On Aug. 1, deputies responded to a call of an unconscious child in a pool. Upon arriving at the scene, Shaffer – a former student enrolled in College of the Canyons’ Administration of Justice and Emergency Medical Technician programs, as well as a college teaching assistant – immediately began rendering first aid by providing rescue breaths until the child regained consciousness and began breathing again. The toddler was airlifted to a hospital, but has since been released and has fully recovered. If Shaffer “had not gotten to the scene as quick as she did and began treatment, we would probably be looking at a different outcome,” Los Angeles County Fire Department Capt. Long stated in a news release. She was also commended by a fellow deputy, Jeffrey Britoat, who said: “That child couldn’t have been in better hands.” The family also expressed gratitude to Shaffer, and a relative said they were now looking into taking CPR classes.

Four Santa Clarita siblings whose involvement with MESA helped them graduate and build their respective careers at the Department of Water and Power (DWP), Southern California Edison, William S. Hart Union High School District and College of the Canyons. “MESA was my home for three years,” says Joel Jimenez, 32, who graduated in 2005 with an associate of science degree in engineering before earning a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at Cal Poly Pomona in 2008. He now works for the DWP. Myrna Jimenez, 30, and Velia Jimenez, 28, both frequented the MESA center until their graduations from COC in 2006 and 2008, with 34-year-old Marilyn graduating in 2003. Marilyn returned to COC after graduating from CSUN, and now works on the Valencia campus at the Santa Clarita WorkSource Center. Velia may have been the most recent to graduate from COC, but that hasn’t stopped her from standing out as an overachiever. After receiving her AS in biological and physical sciences in 2008, she graduated from a double bachelor’s degree program at CSUN in nutrition, dietetics and food science.  FULL STORY

Inspiring & Resilient!
Rick Howe is a sought-after and loved psychology instructor here at College of the Canyons. In 2014, Rick was diagnosed with B Cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, and regardless of months of ongoing treatment it had metastasized to his brain.  After recovering from setbacks, Rick was able to receive a bone marrow transplant on April 20, 2015.
Rick is the truest example of resilience.  On Friday, Aug. 21, Rick was able to attend COC’s Opening Day Celebration and receive his much-earned standing ovation. Our thoughts continue to be with Rick as his bravery and courage continue to inspire us!  Read more

Champions are Made Here!

The Cougars won a total of six conference championships throughout the year and led the conference with a 6.50 average across 15 Western State Conference-sponsored sports.
College of the Canyons won the conference crown in women’s volleyball, men’s cross country, women’s soccer and women’s golf in the fall. They followed that up with two more team championships in the spring; winning the women’s track & field championship along with the men’s golf title. Their men’s cross country and men’s golf programs would go on to win their respective California Community College Athletic Association team championships.

Seeking Nominations for Alumni of the Year

The College of the Canyons Alumni Hall of Fame spotlights the success of our alumni and acknowledges the role of the community college in their outstanding achievements. Those selected for admission exemplify the power and potential of a community college education. Our graduates have contributed to the advancement of business, healthcare, government, public service, education, science, the arts, sports and more.
At the same time, they serve as role models for current students, and demonstrate that by pursuing our dreams, we can achieve more than we ever believed was possible.

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How To Double The Size of Your Business in 5 Years or Less
In this cutting-edge talk, Marc Emmer, author of “Intended Consequences,” provides useful insights on how to:
  • Break into new markets
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  • Disrupt an industry
  • Evaluate how to better utilize technology
Friday, Sept. 11, 2015  7:30 a.m.
College of the Canyons
Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center
$20 (Breakfast included)
Opening Night Celebration at the Performing Arts Center
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015
6:00 p.m.
$60.00  per person
$75.00 per person – includes photo with Kansas
College of the Canyons
Pico Hall Room 101
Dinner ticket does not include show.
Dinner provided by Wolf Creek Restaurant and Brewing Co.
Net proceeds to benefit

Friday Night Films Return August 28th

The Friday Night Film Festival returns Friday, Aug. 28, with screenings of the films Top Five at 6 p.m., Like Someone in Love at 6 p.m., and Inherent Vice
at 8 p.m. in Hasley Hall, Room 101.
As always, admission is free, so bring your friends and family. Films run every Friday (excluding Sept. 4) through Dec. 4, 2015.

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