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Foundation Board Group Photo
June 16, 2026

Crafton Hills College Foundation Board Meets for June 4 Strategic Planning Session

The Crafton Hills College Foundation Board convened on June 4 for its quarterly meeting, closing the day with renewed momentum and a focused direction for the year ahead.

Ella Burtram
June 15, 2026

Ella's Journey from Resilience to Purpose

Ella's journey to Crafton Hills College is rooted in resilience, purpose, and hope. A first-generation college student from Yucaipa, California, Ella chose CHC because it was close to home--but she stayed because of something deeper.

Neil Saldana O'brien
June 9, 2026

From Inspiration to Career: Neil Saldana-O'Brien's Creative Path

After earning his GED in 2010, Neil Saldana-O'Brien knew he wanted more for his future. Looking for a place to continue his education, he chose Crafton Hills College for its convenient location, but what he found there would shape his career in ways he didn't expect.

Rad Tech Grads 2026
June 4, 2026

Crafton Hills College & ARMC's School of Radiologic Technology recognizes 'unforgettable' Class of 2026

Angel Castro could not hold back tears when reflecting on the two-year journey she and seven others embarked on as radiology technician students of Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) and Crafton Hills College.

Gino Howard
June 3, 2026

How taking a 'leap of faith' helped Crafton alum Gino Howard find community and success in and outside the classroom

Gino Howard says he "lucked out." When he began attending Crafton Hills College in the early 2010s, it was a kind gesture from psychology professor Diane Pfahler that made him feel like he belonged at Yucaipa's college on the hill.

Five people at Multi-Chamber Mixer
June 2, 2026

Crafton Hills College, Foundation hosts multi-chamber mixer to celebrate newly opened Performing Arts Center

Crafton Hills College's students of today are the workforce of tomorrow. That's the message organizers behind a multi-chamber mixer on June 2 hoped guests took with them as they left Yucaipa's college on the hill following the early evening event.