The Cerritos College Foundation received a $10,000 donation from the Greater Los Angeles New Car Dealers Association (GLANCDA) to support the College’s Automotive Technology Program. Bob Smith, executive director of GLANCDA, presented the check to Joe Mulleary, chair of the Automotive Technology Program, Carol Krumbach, executive director of the Cerritos College Foundation, and Bill Stephens, Foundation board member and general manager of Norm Reeves Hyundai, on October 12. The funds will support student scholarships, training equipment, and other program needs.

“We are excited for the opportunity to support future talent and leaders of our industry,” said Smith. “The automotive program at Cerritos College is one of the best in the region to train much needed skilled technicians and automotive professionals.”

GLANCDA and its franchise dealers have been dedicated supporters of Cerritos College’s automotive programs, generously donating funds toward student scholarships, facility upgrades, and training enhancement. GLANCDA is committed to supporting workforce development and job creation in the region.

Cerritos College’s Auto Technology Program provides students with hands-on technical skills. The program is a nationally authorized training site for GM, Ford, Chrysler, and import vehicles. The College also hosts an Advanced Transportation and Logistics program, one of 10 centers in California. The program advances the workforce in the rapidly developing, technology-driven transportation and energy industries while improving the environment and stimulating the economy.