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Astronomy professor Jon Celesia looks at Mondays eclipse through double Polaroid glasses on the roof of the Physical Building.
CCC professor says college is offering courses connecting to NCAS
Jon Celesia, Contra Costa Colleges APEC Department Chairperson sat down with The Advocate to discuss NCAS, potential life in our solar system.
By Ilan Helfman, Advocate Staff • May 20, 2024
Gateway to College office located in the  Applied Arts building at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, CA, on Thursday, April 11, 2024.
El cierre abrupto de Gateway to College plantea dudas
By Nojixa Anacleto, Associate Editor • May 4, 2024

Ya viene el fin del semestre en Contra Costa College, muchos programas se preparan para el próximo semestre. Gateway to College – el programa...

Que deberían saber de la posible suspensión de TikTok
Que deberían saber de la posible suspensión de TikTok
By Ariel Schell, Advocate Staff • May 2, 2024

El 13 de marzo, el congreso votó en favor de un proyecto de ley para potencialmente prohibir TikTok en los Estados Unidos. Esta cuenta conocida...

The Student Services Center building where the EOPS office can be found at Contra Costa College, San Pablo, CA, Thursday, March 14, 2024.
Dando más oportunidades a una educación más alta a estudiantes
By Nojixa Anacleto, Associate Editor • March 14, 2024

Oportunidades Extendidas de programas y Servicios (EOPS) está fundado por el estado para estudiantes que necesitan apoyo extra en Contra Costa...

Advocate gana “Best of Show” el premio digital de newsletter
Advocate gana “Best of Show” el premio digital de newsletter
By Ariel Schell, Advocate Staff • March 13, 2024

The Advocate ha ganado segundo lugar a la prensa colegiada asociada al  “Best of Show”  premio para su newsletter. El premio fue dado...

Una vista de las olas rompiendo hacia las pequeñas piscinas en La Curva de Don Gere, en La Libertad, El Salvador, el miércoles 26 de julio de 2023.
Una guía para un día perfecto en El Salvador
By Paola Torres, Spanish Editor • March 13, 2024

Planificar una escapada puede ser una de las cosas más estresantes, eso no es debería ser necesario. Aprovecha esta guía, Si Centroamérica...

Column: The care and keeping of ethnic skin
Column: The care and keeping of ethnic skin
Tips from a licensed esthetician to avoid unsightly side effects of improper care.
By Kyonda Trass, Advocate Staff • May 20, 2024
Review: Anatomy of a Fall surprisingly relates to todays society
Review: 'Anatomy of a Fall' surprisingly relates to todays society
This French thriller's amazing cinematography is just a plus to what is to come throughout this plot-twisting film.
By Emmet Burk, Advocate Contributor • May 21, 2024
Kayla Pule preps bread in the culinary building bakery at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, Calif., April 21, 2024. (Shawn Williams/The Advocate)
Eight CCC culinary students are going to Italy this summer
The college’s most recent Food and Wine Festival generated enough funds to send the students on a learning trip.
By Shawn Williams, Advocate Staff • May 9, 2024
Official promo poster
Review: Netflix's Avatar adaptation is far from the original, but still good
After an attempt and failure to recreate this beloved animated series, the newest one isn't too bad
By Shawn Williams, Advocate Staff • March 15, 2024
Artist, Megan March, standing for a photo during her art exhibit opening night at Eddie Rhodes Gallery in Contra Costa College, San Pablo, CA, on Friday, February 16, 2024. (Courtesy of Megan March)
CCC artist reflects on her 'thought-provoking' exhibit
After a successful opening night, Megan March discusses where her love of art began and the meaning behind some of her pieces.
By Ariel Schell, Advocate Staff • March 15, 2024
Comets Head Coach, Albert Strane, called in the team from the outfield, to give defensive tactics, against Los Medanos players, during the Contra Costa College vs. Los Medanos College baseball game on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in San Pablo, CA.
‘We had the game’ says Comet player after taking a second loss against Mendocino College
Ending their series with another loss, the Comets move to 3-32 and are still feeling hopeful for their next game.
By Brett Butson, Advocate Staff • April 30, 2024
Contra Costa Comet player, Dwayne White Jr. shows his agility as he approaches second base during the Contra Costa College vs. Napa Valley College baseball game, at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, CA, on Saturday, March 16, 2024.
Comets baseball team falls short of victory against Napa Valley
The Comets strong start and home-field advantage were not enough to beat the Storm
By Brett Butson, Advocate Staff • April 4, 2024
New airless basketball, might begin a new era in sports
New 'airless' basketball, might begin a new era in sports
The NBA's official basketball company introduced an innovative ball
By Shawn Williams, Advocate Staff • March 15, 2024
Lady Comet player, # 32 shows that she is a force to be reckoned with during the  Contra Costa College vs. Yuba College game, at San Pablo, CA, Tuesday, February 20, 2024.
Comets’ basketball players and coaches reflect on a challenging season
After the 2023-2024 season ended, both players and coaches had a few more things on their mind
By Brett Butson and Leon Watkins March 14, 2024
FYE end of year celebration held at the fireside hall. Provided by FYE photographer.
My experience with FYE for the last two years
By Nojixa Anacleto, Associate Editor • May 21, 2024

The First Year Experience program at Contra Costa College helps students feel less stressed about school by providing mentorship. I wanted to...

Helfman: Naps, are they harmful or beneficial?
Helfman: Naps, are they harmful or beneficial?
By Ilan Helfman, Advocate Staff • April 5, 2024

Imagine you had a terrible night's sleep. It shouldn’t be too hard for most of us. Are you a napper? Or are you now relegated to a day of stumbling...

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