Established in 1949 Los Angeles Harbor College has been a cornerstone of education. It stands proudly in Wilmington California. Los Angeles Harbor College is one of two community colleges. It serves the South Bay region of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Harbor College primarily serves students. These students come from Harbor City Carson and San Pedro. Students also come from Gardena Lomita Wilmington and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The college is located in the heart of the Los Angeles harbor region. It sits between Wilmington and Harbor City.
Did you know Los Angeles Harbor College accommodates over 8900 students per semester? As of 2010 37% of the student population were part-time students. 65% identified as full-time students. The student body is diverse. Approximately 40% are male and 60% are female.
Like many California community colleges Los Angeles Harbor College provides programs. These programs help students transfer to four-year universities. The college also offers occupational training. These programs include business and office administration. Students can study electronics technology and computer technology. Nursing programs are also available. Los Angeles Harbor College also has a program for international students.
Many notable individuals have passed through the halls of Los Angeles Harbor College. Gary Alexander played in Major League Baseball as a catcher and outfielder. Bobby Brooks also played major-league baseball as an outfielder. Enos Cabell was a third baseman and first baseman in Major League Baseball. Benjamin Cayetano served as the former governor of Hawaii. Michael Dudikoff is a well-known American actor. Dock Ellis pitched in Major League Baseball. David Hackworth was a distinguished Army officer and author. Don Horn played as an NFL quarterback. Dennis Johnson played in the NBA. He played for the Boston Celtics Seattle SuperSonics and Phoenix Suns. Kyle Kazan is an American businessman. Chris Matthews played wide receiver in the NFL and CFL. Michael Mendoza was an American football player. Juanita Millender-McDonald served as a member of the US House of Representatives. Justin Miller pitched in major-league baseball. Haven Moses played wide receiver in the NFL. Scott Stantis is an editorial cartoonist for the Chicago Tribune. He is the creator of the comic strips The Buckets and Prickly City. Jon Weber played minor-league baseball as an outfielder. Mike Watt is the bassist for the band the Minutemen.
Los Angeles Harbor College’s motto is Education Changes Everything. The college colors are blue and yellow. The mascot is Sammy the Seahawk. Los Angeles Harbor College is part of the Los Angeles Community College District. This district is the largest community college district in the United States.
Now as you stand here take a moment to appreciate the impact Los Angeles Harbor College has on its students. It offers education and opportunities to its diverse student population. Remember that education truly changes everything.