The Advocate

The Advocate 11-15 Weekly News Bulletin

November 20, 2017

Students learn to spot falsities

By Ryan Geller, Advocate Staff

October 30, 2017

Fact checking and verifying sources to discern “fake news” from credible information was the topic of the final workshop of a research skills series presented by the Contra Costa College Library. Judy Flum, library department chairp...

Workshop warns of ‘Alt-Right’ Rhetoric

October 30, 2017

Hundreds of anti-facist protesters marched unto Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park with a sign reading

Protesters, organizers revolt for freedom of speech

August 30, 2017

Curriculum supports academic specificity

By Roxana Amparo, Associate Editor

August 30, 2017

The guided pathways program has been implemented at Contra Costa College to ensure all students are equally supported in swiftly reaching their educational goals. Dean of Workforce and Economic Development Kelly Schelin said...

Professor remembered

August 23, 2017

Vice President of Student Affairs Ken Sherwood sings during All College Day in the GE-234 on Aug. 10. Sherwood said he decided to sing for the Contra Costa College staff, administration and student body because that is a way to get to know him.

Leader embodies passion

August 23, 2017

CSU board eliminates math course requirement

By Michael Santone, Associate Editor

August 23, 2017

The California State University Board of Trustees voted to eliminate intermediate algebra prerequisites for non-Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) students. Changes to its general education requirements will go...

Knox leaves legacy of community building

By Denis Perez, Editor-In-Chief

August 23, 2017

RICHMOND — Former Assembly Member John “Jack” T. Knox’s life and commitment to West Contra Costa County were honored at the Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline, named after him and U.S Congress member George Miller, during a...