Office of Campus Communications Earns Three NCMPR Medallion Awards

Posted on November 25, 2025

The Office of Campus Communications recently secured three Medallion accolades at the 2025 National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) Regional Conference. An exciting achievement, this award is a testament to Fullerton College’s ongoing efforts to build a brand that embraces its mission and speaks to the student experience.  

Fullerton College, belonging to the council’s sixth district, secured awards in the following categories: 

  • Gold Prize: Social Media Page – Fullerton College’s Instagram account, @fullertoncollege, impressed with its dynamic reels, consistent branding and visual appeal.  
  • Gold Prize: Original Photography (unmanipulated) – 2025 Commencement Celebration 
  • Bronze Prize: Special Event/Fundraising Campaign – After an exciting filming period for Fullerton College’s episode of The College Tour, Campus Communications hosted The College Tour Watch Party, inviting the entire Hornet community for an exclusive premiere of the episode on the big screen.  
The winner for the original photography category, judges praised the team’s ability to capture the vibrant spirit of commencement, as well as the excitement of achieving one’s goals. 

The Office of Campus Communications includes a dynamic team of professionals: 

  • Miranda Bates, Director 
  • Teresa Perry-White, Administrative Assistant II 
  • Sandra Cheng, Communications Specialist 
  • Yennhi Dang, Web Content Specialist 
  • Rachel Gonzalez-Mendiola, Communications Specialist 
  • Eli Hebert, Special Projects Coordinator 
  • Johnny Moon, Communications Specialist 

“I am so proud of the work of the Fullerton College Campus Communications team over the past year. These awards are a testament to the level of excellence, expertise and care that my colleagues bring to their roles every day. I am grateful that we will continue to share the stories of our college with impact and creativity,” said Bates.

The Campus Communications team poses with their awards. From left to right: Teresa Perry-White, Miranda Bates, Rachel Gonzalez-Mendiola, Sandra Cheng, Eli Hebert, Yennhi Dang, Johnny Moon.  

The Office of Campus Communications is committed to elevating the brand, reputation and marketing values of the college. From leading our campus’ social media and newsletter efforts to communicating pertinent information, Campus Communications works strategically to tell the story of Fullerton College.  

About the NCMPR Medallion Awards 

The NCMPR Medallion Awards celebrate marketing and communications at the community college level. Through recognition of outstanding marketing and communications and public relations achievements, these prestigious awards honor the innovative work of dedicated professionals across various forms of media.  

To learn more about the NCMPR Medallion Awards, visit the 2025 winners’ webpage.