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 »
Category: Achievements
Natural Sciences Faculty Secure National Science Foundation Grant to Bolster HSI Success
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 »
Fullerton College Student and Hornet Drone Team Qualify for Finals of Prestigious A2RL Autonomous Drone Race in Abu Dhabi
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 Earns 7-Year Reaccreditation
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 »
Ethnic Studies Program Earns Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) Grant
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 Educational Partnerships and Outreach Earns Heartfelt CSUF Recognition
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 Places Among Top 100 Community Colleges Eligible for U.S. Department of Education Postsecondary Success Recognition
Fullerton College is proud to announce that it has been selected as one of the top 100 community colleges in the nation eligible to apply for the United States Department of Education Postsecondary Success Recognition. An exciting milestone, this placement reflects Fullerton College’s commitment to provide a transformative education for all students. The college offers… Read more »
Speech and Debate Student Places First in Two Competitions
Philosophy major from the Fullerton College Speech and Debate team, Gabrielle Smith, recently won first place at two competitions, beating out four-year universities across the nation. A big win for the speech and debate program, Smith was able to achieve this thanks to the college’s COMM 138 – Forensics course. The first competition, titled the… Read more »
Architecture Students Take Home Prize in Regional Competition
Two Fullerton College architecture students, Terrence Cheng and Genesis Cruz, placed among the top six at the American Institute of Architects of Orange County (AIAOC) competition for their outstanding projects under the guidance and supervision of Professor of Architecture, Alan Ray. This big accomplishment is a testament to the Department of Architecture’s excellence, innovative curriculum… Read more »
Journalism Students Stack Impressive Wins
Students from the Department of Journalism took home nine first-place plaques and 36 additional awards in national and regional competitions against other community colleges. The competitions evaluated student work produced in the 2023-24 academic year. Inside Fullerton magazine won the prestigious Magazine Pacemaker Award from the Associated Collegiate Press, its third year in a row as… Read more »
