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Hello!
As we move through the spring semester, we’re inspired by the resilience and determination of our students. Your support continues to open doors and create opportunities across our campus.
Only six more weeks until Commencement! Let the countdown begin!
Warmly,
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Andrea Sala | Executive Director
El Camino College Foundation
| | El Camino College's 26th Annual Job Fair was a Success | | |
Hundreds of students from across the South Bay and the greater Los Angeles area visited El Camino College on April 28 for the 26th Annual Job Fair, hosted by El Camino College’s Career Services, in partnership with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB). The career fair brought together approximately 1,000 young job seekers, ages 16 to 24, and over 115 leading employers.
For decades, the event has been one of the largest job fairs in Southern California and has often led to on-the-spot job interviews and offers. In addition to meeting employers, attendees participated in workshops focused on job readiness skills, including how to apply for jobs, how to interview effectively, and how to communicate confidently in professional settings.
Read more about the 26th Annual Job Fair, including additional photos.
Photo: Hundreds of job seekers and employers gather in El Camino College's Student Services Plaza for the 26th Annual Job Fair. Photo by Raphael Richardson of the Daily Breeze.
| | El Camino College Represented at the 2026 Torrance Police Awards | | |
Last month, on March 18, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce held the Torrance Police Department Awards Ceremony, where individuals were honored for their community service and dedication to the Police Department.
In addition to all awardees, the Chief’s Award went to Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce President Donna Duperron for bringing back the Torrance Police Department Awards Ceremony. “She played a pivotal role in building meaningful partnerships between local businesses and the Torrance Police Department,” stated Emmett Miller, former ABC News correspondent, who served as the MC and presented the awards.
Read more about the 2026 Torrance Police Awards Ceremony.
Photo from L to R: Julieta Aramburo, Chief of Police Matthew Vander Horck, Chief Jeff Baumunk, Ann O'Brien, and Heidi Wang. Photo by Axel Koester of the Daily Breeze.
| | 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees Announced | | |
The El Camino College Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to announce the 33rd class of the Athletics Hall of Fame. The 13 individual inductees exemplify what it means to be a member of the Warriors during their time at El Camino College. The inductees span eight sports and more than 40 years of excellence on the field of play, along with meritorious service for the athletics program.
This year’s induction ceremony will take place on May 28 on campus in the Gymnasium’s Multi-Purpose Room. Tickets for the ECC Athletics Hall of Fame dinner are $125 per person and can be purchased online.
We extend our congratulations to all former student-athletes and to Athletics Counselor Chris Jeffries in recognition of their dedication to Warriors Athletics.
View the press release, event information, and purchase tickets link.
| | Support our Spring Student Production, The Addams Family | | |
Looking for something to do in May? Check out The Addams Family, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story, and a dilemma that's every father's nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family—a man her parents have never met. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's "normal" boyfriend and his parents.
Showtimes:
Friday, May 1, 8pm
Saturday, May 2, 8pm
Sunday, May 3, 3pm
Friday, May 8, 8pm
Saturday, May 9, 8pm
Sunday, May 10, 3pm
| | Community Partners Spotlight: Bluestem Hotel and Chanani Group | | |
We are grateful for our many community partnerships and are pleased to welcome our newest Community Partner, Bluestem Hotel of the Chanani Group, in recognition of its generous support. Their investment in education expands opportunities, empowers student success, and strengthens our shared commitment to building a stronger South Bay community.
The Chanani Group is a commercial real estate development and management company focused on hospitality, retail, fuel, EV charging, and service-based businesses. Headquartered in Torrance, CA, the company is celebrating its 35th year in business. The management team consists of second generation siblings with significant domain expertise and active involvement in the city. One of them was a U.S. Army Captain who received the Hometown Hero award from the city. The Group launched its cutting-edge boutique hotel, Bluestem Hotel, which is a member of the elite Ascend Hotel Collection. The Chanani Family Foundation supports philanthropic efforts focusing on education, faith-based causes, and community initiatives.
Thank you to Bluestem Hotel and the Chanani Family Foundation for your generous support of El Camino College and our students—we truly appreciate your partnership!
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This spring, we invite our friends to invest in the work of the El Camino College Foundation—expanding access, opening doors, and creating life-changing opportunities for our students.
Thank you for being part of this impact.
| | | The El Camino College Foundation (EIN 95-3874302) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to fund and support student success programs at El Camino College. | | | | |
