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Month: October 2024

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Fullerton College is proud to celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November with a series of events in partnership with the Cadena Cultural Center, the Fullerton College Library and Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS).  Since 1990, November has been recognized as Native American Heritage Month, following a joint resolution signed into law by President… Read more »

Veterans Week 2024

Fullerton College will celebrate Veterans Week from Nov. 4-9, culminating in the observance of Veterans Day on Nov. 11. This week-long event is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of our veterans and military-connected students who have bravely served our nation.   Join us in honoring veterans at our upcoming events hosted by the Veterans Resource Center. … Read more »

National First-Generation College Student Week

Fullerton College will host its third annual National First-Generation College Student Week from Nov. 4-8, 2024. The celebration will feature activities and events organized by the Division of Counseling and Student Development in collaboration with athletics, the Puente Program, the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Resource Center, Student Life and Leadership, the Promise program and… Read more »

Study Abroad Program Changes Student Lives 

The North Orange County Community College District Study Abroad program is one of two community college programs in Orange County that offer study abroad. The program offers students of all backgrounds the opportunity to go overseas for select courses while learning new cultures, gaining global awareness, and fostering a strong sense of independence and confidence. … Read more »

Tam Contreras Named Director of Dual Enrollment

Fullerton College is excited to welcome its new Director of Dual Enrollment, Tam Contreras. Contreras will lead the college’s new Office of Dual Enrollment, support the divisions and departments and serve as liaison between Fullerton College and K-12 institutions.  Contreras holds 10 years of experience in higher education, having started as a program coordinator for… Read more »

Fullerton College Launches First-Ever American Sign Language Course

This fall semester, Fullerton College launched its first-ever American Sign Language (ASL) course. The course, titled ASL 101, aims to bolster the college’s language course options, teach students how to communicate with the deaf and hard of hearing community and promote a deeper understanding of deaf culture and awareness.  Several years ago, students expressed interest… Read more »

Mellow into Midterms

Join us for Mellow into Midterms from Oct. 14-17, with a series of activities and events to help students de-stress, explore resources and enjoy some relaxation. Enjoy complimentary snacks at the front counter of Admissions and Records, Building 2000, lower level. Get free mental health coloring pages at the Library in the lobby. To view… Read more »

Undocumented Student Action Week

The Grads to Be program is celebrating the California Community Colleges’ annual Undocumented Student Action Week (USAW) event from Oct. 14 – 18, 2024. At Fullerton College, events and guest speakers will include: This year’s theme is “Education and Career UndocuDreams Made Possible.” The week-long event aims to create an environment that promotes a collaborative… Read more »

Prepare for an Earthquake with the 2024 Great ShakeOut Drill on Oct. 17 

Fullerton College will be among thousands of schools and businesses across California and worldwide to participate in The Great ShakeOut Drill at 10:17 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17. The earthquake and emergency preparedness drill will provide the campus an opportunity to review earthquake drill procedures, test the emergency communications system and practice evacuation protocols to… Read more »

Dietary Manager Certificate Launches Students into Exciting Healthcare Careers 

The Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) program at Fullerton College opens many opportunities for advancement. A career and technical education certificate from the nutrition and foods department, the program launched in spring 2023 to prepare emerging professionals for a job in a growing field. Students who earn the Dietary Manager Certificate are considered ready to take… Read more »