Fullerton College will hold its annual active shooter emergency drill at 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Initiated by the Office of Campus Safety, the drill helps test emergency communications and preparedness. Beginning at 10:15 a.m., students and employees on campus will hear a live announcement delivered through the Cisco phones located throughout campus. At that time, students, faculty and… Read more »
Fullerton College’s Division of Technology and Engineering recently partnered with global leader in measurement technology, Hexagon. This partnership aims to elevate student success through hands-on learning with state-of-the-art technology and equipment. Technology and engineering students, Demetrius Jaedicke and Blake Warner, have found success thanks to the partnership’s opportunity and access to modern workforce skills. “As a leading technology partner, Hexagon provides broad platforms of metrology technology that help our learners scale their competencies into the future,” said Dean of the Division of Technology… Read more »
Fullerton College’s fashion design and merchandising department is a historic mix of artistry, creation and innovation that prepares students for successful careers in the field. Overseen by Professor of Fashion, Renee Young, the department has shaped students into successful alumni who have embarked on their dream careers. This feature explores the story of four alumni that have found success in the fashion program and truly made communal impacts. Taylor Castro (’23) Taylor Castro’s journey through Fullerton… Read more »
Check out President Olivo’s most recent Board Report shared at the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) Board of Trustees meeting on March 24, 2026. The Board of Trustees meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Men’s Basketball Named 3C2A Champions Fullerton College’s men’s basketball team were named the 3C2A State Champions after… Read more »
Fullerton College proudly names Professor of Sociology, Kelly Nelson-Wright, its 2026 Faculty of the Year. An honorary accolade, the Faculty of the Year Recognition speaks to Professor Nelson-Wright’s commitment to inspiring generations of students to pursue their dreams. “Receiving this nomination from the students I serve is the greatest honor of my professional life,” said Nelson-Wright. “Their recognition serves as a… Read more »
The Fullerton College men’s basketball team recently defeated City College of San Francisco with a 67-64 score, finishing the season as the 3C2A State Champions for the sixth time in program history. This big win marks the third championship under head coach Perry Webster in the last six seasons of the 3C2A tournament. All three title victories came against the Rams of San Francisco… Read more »
Check out President Olivo’s most recent Board Report shared at the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) Board of Trustees meeting on March 10, 2026. The Board of Trustees meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Women’s History Month at Fullerton College This month, Fullerton College is celebrating Women’s History Month! Throughout… Read more »
Fullerton College’s much-loved French Film Festival is back for its fourteenth year. Fullerton again becomes the “Paris of Orange County,” featuring two nights of recent French film releases to delight enthusiasts of all ages. This year’s screenings will be held at the Campus Theatre on two evenings, April 7th and 8th. A cultural hour featuring complimentary… Read more »
Fullerton College President Dr. Cynthia Olivo has been named the 67th Assembly District’s 2026 Woman of the Year. An honor recognized by Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva, this accolade speaks to Dr. Olivo’s exemplary leadership as she guides Fullerton College into growth, innovation and more. “I’m truly honored,” said Dr. Olivo, “Fullerton College is a historic institution that has changed the lives of generations of students — many from communities like the… Read more »
Fullerton College recently earned the Bronze Award for its 2025 Sustainability Tracking and Rating System (STARS) submission. The fourth community college in California to secure this accolade, the Bronze Award speaks to the sustainability efforts Fullerton College has pioneered for the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD). STARS is a self-reporting framework for higher education institutions to share data and progress on their sustainability efforts. Additionally, it also serves as a network… Read more »
