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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
This October, Fullerton College is celebrating LGBTQIA2S+ History Month! The month of celebration was first nationally recognized in 2009 after being founded in 1994 by high school teacher Rodney Wilson. October was designated LGBTQIA2S+ History Month to coincide with National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11 and the first Washington D.C. march for gay rights,… Read more »
The Fullerton College Veterans Resource Center is excited to host the 6th Annual Veterans Golf Classic from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4 at Eagle Glen Golf Club in Corona. All proceeds from the event directly support student veterans and the Veterans Resource Center, helping fund scholarships, programming and emergency funds. This year’s event… Read more »
October is Filipino American History Month, marking the first recorded Filipino arrival in the United States in 1587. This month encourages reflection on Filipino American history and influence, empowering them to share their stories while inspiring future generations to embrace their cultural identity. The Fullerton College Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Amplified team is… Read more »
The Department of Ethnic Studies at Fullerton College is now helping local high schools meet the new state requirement for California high school students to complete an ethnic studies course to graduate. In 2021, Professor Dr. Amber González and Associate Professor and Department Chair, Dr. Ziza Delgado Noguera, responded to the passage of AB 101… Read more »
Jeanette Rodriguez has been named Interim Dean of the Humanities Division. Rodriguez has been an integral part of Fullerton College since 2015 when she joined as an adjunct faculty member in the department of communication studies. Rodriguez’s long history with our campus has led her to numerous leadership roles where she has made a strong impact.… Read more »
