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March 22, 2023

Hartnell College STEM Expo

Monterey County for Energy Independence and Careers in Energy participated in the inaugural STEM Expo at Hartnell College. Hundreds of students refined their job searching skills and learned about job opportunities in innovative fields like agriculture and...

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August 7, 2021

Back to School Youth Explosion

Once again, CEI’s Careers in Energy was pleased to sponsor West Fresno Family Resource Center’s “Back to School Youth Explosion” held at Roeding Park in southwest Fresno on Saturday, August 8th. CEI joined with Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer and...

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March 7, 2020

CSU Channel Islands Science Carnival

Californians for Energy Independence was proud to sponsor the annual CSU Channel Islands Science Carnival at Rio Vista Middle School in Oxnard. At the Careers in Energy booth, students of all ages learned about earth science through our core...

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January 27, 2020

Reedley High School College and Career Expo

Careers In Energy was proud to once again participate in Reedley High School’s College and Career Expo. At the Careers in Energy booth, hundreds of 8th through 12th graders were given information on the many STEM-related opportunities available to...

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December 8, 2019

Santa to the Sea

Californians for Energy Independence was proud to sponsor the 2019 Santa to the Sea Half Marathon at Channel Islands Harbor. At the VCEI/Careers in Energy booth, athletes and community members of all ages learned about the many career opportunities...

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October 19, 2019

STEM Girls Conference

CEI’s Careers in Energy Program was proud to participate in the 2019 STEM Girls Conference where hundreds of girls who are excited about STEM attended this year’s event. Many thanks to Fresno County Superintendent of Schools for having us...

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October 16, 2019

Career Tech Expo

CEI’s Careers in Energy program was a great hit at the Annual Career Tech Expo at Chukchansi Park. Oil and gas industry representatives from Aera Energy, Seneca Resources and California Resources Company shared with hundreds of students about the...

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October 12, 2019

Nyeland Acres Backpack Giveaway

Ventura Citizens for Energy Independence was proud to partner with the Nyeland Promise program for our annual backpack giveaway in conjunction with the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme, and Ventura County Health Care Agency....

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October 11, 2019

AMAE Speech Competition

Ventura Citizens for Energy Independence was proud to partner with the Association of Mexican American Educators for their annual Speech Competition at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center. At the Careers in Energy table, community members of all ages learned...

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September 15, 2019

Fiesta Patrias

Ventura Citizens for Energy Independence and California Resources Corporation were proud to partner with Lazer Broadcasting to sponsor the 2019 Fiestas Patrias in Downtown Oxnard. At the Careers in Energy booth, community members of all ages learned about local...

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August 24, 2019

Dreamfest

Dreamfest is an annual festival hosted by Embrace! Church and the Oxnard Union High School District to support migrant farm families by connecting them with essential community services and resources. The event included fun family activities including dancers, music, and...

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August 10, 2019

West Fresno Family Resource Center Backpack Giveaway

Californians for Energy Independence's Careers in Energy Program partnered with the West Fresno Family Resource Center to help prepare community families for the upcoming school year. The event, held at the Maxie L. Parks Community Center in Southwest Fresno, gave...

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July 28, 2019

Mendota Gutierrez Family Backpack Giveaway

On Sunday, July 28th Californians for Energy Independence’s Careers in Energy Program sponsored the Mendota Gutierrez Family Backpack Giveaway, which was hosted by the City of Mendota, Mendota Youth Recreation and Westside Youth organizations. Mendota Mayor Robert Silva played...

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June 29, 2019

Santa Paula Street Festival

Californians for Energy Independence was proud to partner with California Resources Corporation and the Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce for the 2019 Santa Paula Street Festival. CEI informed attendees about the benefits of local energy production, and the well-paying...

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June 29, 2019

LA Dodgers RBI Playerfest

On June 29, CEI and CRC participated in the “LA Dodgers RBI PlayerFest” at Dodgers Stadium. The event was attended by hundreds of Dodger fans and community members alike. Fans received information on how oil and gas is used...

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May 18, 2019

LULAC State Convention

Californians for Energy Independence participated in the League of United Latin American Citizens 2019 California State Convention in Garden Grove on May 18th. Our “Careers in Energy” booth inspired and informed hundreds of students, teachers, education administrators, and family...

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May 14, 2019

Sanger High School Robotics Team Thank You Letter

Californians for Energy Independence, Thank you so much for your donation to our high school robotics team. Your donation will help allow more students access to our program. The students that are on our team learn skills that will help...

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May 11, 2019

Cruisin’ Back to the 50’s – Culver City Car Show

Californians for Energy Independence participated in the “Cruisin’ Back to the 50’s – Culver City Car Show” in Culver City on May 11th. Our “Careers in Energy” booth inspired and informed residents from Culver City and the greater Los...

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May 4, 2019

2nd Annual Cinco De Mayo Festival

Ventura Citizens for Energy Independence (VCEI) was proud to be part of Santa Paula’s important community event - the 2nd Annual Cinco De Mayo Festival – which raises funds for local service organizations that provide essential community services to...

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April 14, 2019

Farmworker Appreciation Day

Californians for Energy Independence’s Careers in Energy Program was pleased to participate in the 2nd Annual Farmworker Appreciation Day in Huron! Here we shared information regarding the oil and gas industry and its job opportunities. Valley natives and Aera Energy...

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January 3, 2019

Channel Islands Upward Bound/CIDream Students Tour of THUMS Island

Channel Islands Upward Bound/CIDream students toured California Resources Corporation’s (CRC) oil and gas production site on THUMS islands in Long Beach. Students were inspired by CRC’s Process and Water Quality Engineer Esmeralda Macedo, who shared with students her pathway...

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December 8, 2018

Santa to the Sea Toy Giveaway

Ventura Citizens for Energy Independence proudly sponsored the Santa to the Sea Marathon in Oxnard. The race draws thousands of participants, volunteers and spectators. Proceeds benefit Food Share, Boys & Girls Club of Oxnard & Port Hueneme, United Way...

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