Earth Week at Fullerton College recently ended strong with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the installation of new solar panels. A three-year long project, these solar panels are the first of their kind throughout all the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD). The ceremony included remarks from Interim Director of Sustainability, Tyler Deacy, President… Read more »
French Professor, Dr. Catherine Reinhardt-Zacair, was recently named 2025 Faculty of the Year. Dr. Reinhardt-Zacair was honored at a heartwarming ceremony among friends, colleagues and the Hornet community. “Teaching has made me feel connected to an innumerable number of wonderful human beings throughout my life journey across continents, countries, languages and cultures. We have all… Read more »
Fullerton College’s student news center, The Hornet, recently won first place for 2024 local election coverage in social media reporting and election special issue at the California College Media Association awards. “It feels amazing knowing that the effort we put towards thorough coverage of local elections not only helped inform our community but was recognized… Read more »
Fullerton College was recently honored at the 2025 California University and College Ballot Bowl competition’s virtual ceremony. A highly collaborative effort between faculty and staff, Fullerton College was awarded for generating the highest percentage of students registered to vote among all the California community colleges. The virtual ceremony invited winning institutions to attend and… Read more »
Fullerton College proudly celebrates its classified staff and all their valuable contributions. In the fall 2024 semester, Classified Senate recognized two professionals with the Classified Recognition Award: Administrative Assistant III from the Physical Education Division, Sandra Chavez, and Night Custodian from the Maintenance and Operations Department, Karla Malacara. At the daytime celebration, Chavez was honored after being nominated… Read more »
Natural Sciences faculty members Dr. Sean Chamberlin and Dr. Roman de Jesus recently secured a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant of $172,967 titled,” Creating Opportunities for Workforce Activities Bringing Next Generation Achievers into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)” or “COWABUNGA STEM.” A prestigious achievement, this grant will continue to provide students with top-tier education… Read more »
Standout Fullerton College student Eric Park, along with the Hornet Drone Team, recently qualified for the finals of the inaugural A2RL Autonomous Drone Race. The finals will take place April 26-27 in Abu Dhabi, bringing together the brightest minds in autonomous drone technology from around the world. As one of the 12 international teams to… Read more »
Fullerton College is honored to announce that it was reaccredited for a full 7-year cycle. An exciting achievement, Fullerton College’s status as an accredited institution reflects its quality educational programs, ability to follow standardized procedures and established best practices. On September 17, 2024, the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) conducted a focused… Read more »
The Department of Ethnic Studies recently secured the Acceleration II Grant by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s office. Part of the Open Educational Resources (OER) Initiative, this grant will create a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) pathway for students looking to earn an associate’s degree in ethnic studies. The Acceleration II Grant supports colleges to develop… Read more »
Fullerton College was recently recognized as a valuable partner by California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) during their 25th-year anniversary celebration. At the event, Faculty Coordinator of High School Outreach, Rolando Sanabria, was honored for his contributions to student success and community collaboration. “Fullerton College’s partnership… Read more »
Fullerton College Journalism Students Take Home 12 First-Place Awards
Fullerton College Secures $4M in Samueli Foundation Grants to Boost STEM Initiatives
Historically Black Colleges and Universities Caravan Returns to Fullerton College
Valerie Salazar Named Director of Educational Partnerships and Programs and Promise
Anaheim Union High School District and Fullerton College Launch Exclusive Game Design and eSports Pathway