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Bill Tynan
October 30, 2024

How Bill Tynan's time at Crafton Hills College fueled a passion for education, community mentorship

Bill Tynan, a CHC alum, credits community college with helping him achieve his UCLA dream and now champions STEAM education for Inland Empire students through his company, Enchanted Education.

Ericka Paddock
October 29, 2024

Dr. Ericka Paddock Selected for Social Justice & Career Advancement Institute

Dr. Ericka Paddock, CHC's Associate Dean of Student Services, was selected for the ACCCA's Social Justice & Career Advancement Institute to advance equity and diversity across California Community Colleges.

EOPS Students at Open House
September 17, 2024

CHC Hosts Open House to Promote EOPS, CARE, CalWORKS, NextUp, and Dreamers Programs

Crafton Hills College's EOPS, CARE, CalWORKS, NextUp, and Dreamers programs hosted an open house event in the quad on September 17, bringing energy and excitement to campus.

Deanna Brown
September 13, 2024

CHC Welcomes Deanna Brown as Director of the Child Development Center

Deanna Brown brings extensive experience to the field of Early Childhood Education and Child Development, having worked as a preschool teacher, childcare director, and adjunct faculty member teaching Child Development courses.

Accreditation Renewal
September 12, 2024

Crafton Hills College begins accreditation renewal process

On Thursday, September 12, fifty faculty, staff, and administrators met for the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) Institutional Self-Evaluation (ISER) kick-off meeting with Dr. Gohar Momjian, Vice President of ACCJC.

Belinda Navarette, Soutsakhone Xayaphanthong, and Willie Blackmon
September 11, 2024

Crafton Hills College Team Selected to Present at CCEMC Dual Enrollment Conference

Student Services members Belinda Navarette, Soutsakhone Xayaphanthong, and Willie Blackmon have been selected to present at the CCEMC Dual Enrollment Conference from September 11 to 13 in Burlingame, CA.

Art by Renee Azenaro
September 10, 2024

Art work by Professor of Fine Arts Renée Azenaro featured in HYENA

Professor Renée Azenaro, a Crafton Hills College Fine Arts faculty member since 2017, recently had her mixed media sculpture "in my dreams i forgave myself" featured in the publication HYENA. The artwork was selected to commemorate the centennial of André Breton's first Surrealist Manifesto through a feminist perspective.

Meet the Firms
September 5, 2024

CHC Hosts 'Meet the Firm' Event to Empower Future Accounting Professionals

On September 5, Crafton Hills College hosted a successful "Meet the Firm" event, bringing together accounting students and related majors with industry professionals eager to explore career opportunities, internships, and networking possibilities.

Chautauqua Summer Scholars Program
September 4, 2024

CHC Honors students accepted to participate in Chautauqua Summer Scholars Program

Four Crafton Hills College Honors students were accepted into this year's Chautauqua Summer Scholars Program in New York State. This program, funded by Community Compact, Inc., is in the small New York town of Chautauqua, which features 19th century Victorian houses and inviting green spaces.

Jim Kimbrough (son), Pauline Kimbrough (widow) and Kaia Wilson (recipient)
September 1, 2024

Crafton Hills College announces new Fire Academy scholarship in memory of longtime program supporter, mentor

Crafton Hills College has announced a new scholarship endowment to support its longtime fire academy, The Chief Ed Kimbrough Memorial Scholarship Fund.

CHC Honors Students with Professor Hughes on field trip
August 31, 2024

CHC Honors students continue to get invitations to present their original research

Crafton Hills College’s Honors students continue to impress with their student research projects. Most recently Dax Serrato, who graduated from CHC in May, and Sam Tuckett, who will graduate in May 2025, were invited to present their research at the Geological Society of America Conference in Anaheim on September 22.

Art by US!
August 29, 2024

CHC Fine Arts Department Exhibits Creative Works by College Faculty and Staff

Art by Us! opened Wednesday, August 21st in the CHC art gallery (LRC 226). This exhibition, which occurs every two years, showcases the creative spirit of the Crafton Hills College community: staff, faculty, and administrators.

Respiratory Care Program Director and Faculty Co-Chair Michael Sheahan, Grant Program Analyst Veronica Arrowood, Respiratory Co-Chair Danny Rojas
August 28, 2024

Crafton Hills College Respiratory Care Program Receives Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award

The Respiratory Care Program at Crafton Hills College (CHC) has been recognized by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) by receiving its Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award.

Charis Alexander
August 10, 2024

Meet Your Alumni: How Charis Alexander's Crafton Hills College experience opened doors to med school

Charis Alexander began her academic journey at Crafton Hills College at just 14, finding community and inspiration in student clubs. After earning an associate degree in art history, she transferred to USC, where she recently completed a bachelor's in neuroscience.

Scholarship Reception
August 8, 2024

Crafton Hills College celebrates scholarship recipients, donors at annual reception

It's not everyday Crafton Hills College students get to meet those who helped fund their Crafton journey. But once a year, just before the start of a new school year, the College hosts a Scholarship Reception where Roadrunners can thank their donors in person.