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October 5, 2015

Entering Scholars Program Redefines the Freshman Experience

This fall, more than 700 freshmen are benefiting from a program designed to link English and reading courses with academic support services during their first year in college. The Entering Scholars Program (ESP) focuses on providing academic support and fostering connections for students on campus. Read more...

Manufacturing Day Welcomed High School Students

In celebration of Manufacturing Day 2015, Fullerton College opened its doors on Oct. 2, to more than 60 local high school students as part of an effort to change people's perceptions about today's manufacturing industry and draw attention to the many opportunities that a career in manufacturing can provide. Read more...

STEM Students Visit NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

On Sept 25, 59 students along with Natural Sciences Division faculty and the dean toured the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory to learn about careers in the design of spacecraft and interplanetary research. Highlights of the tour included the Mars rover Curiosity, Spacecraft Assembly Facility and the Mission Control Center for the Deep Science Network. The tour was part of the Engage in Stem program, to find out more about Engage in Stem visit http://enageinstemfc.com.

A.S. CareBank is Looking for Donations

The CareBank provides emergency assistance to students in need once a semester with either a OCTA bus pass, Arco gas card or a Ralph's grocery card and Sodexo gift card. To donate or for more information, contact Marwin Luminarias at mluminarias@fullcoll.edu or call 714-992-7118.

Annual Security Report Now Available

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Annual Security Report is released by Oct. 1 of each year. Fullerton College's report is available on the Fullerton College website. Read more...

Students Get Up Close and Personal During Whale Watching Expedition

Thirty-five students joined Oceanography Professor Sean Chamberlin on an expedition with Dana Wharf Sportfishing to watch whales. This is the time of year when blue whales, the largest animal to ever live on Earth, and humpback whales, known for their dramatic breaches, cavort off of the coast. During the expedition, students were able to see a rare site; a humpback whale up close and personal. The trip was funded by a student equity grant to support under-represented science students, inspire their interest in science, and motivate them to complete a degree in science.

Health Center Offering Flu Vaccine

Student Health Services has begun offering the flu vaccine on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. The flu vaccine is available to staff for $20 and free for all Fullerton College students while supplies last. Visit the Student Health Center in Room 1204 or contact 714-992-7093.

Bordertown Screening with Q&A

On Oct. 23, the English Department will host a screening of the upcoming Fox show Bordertown. This animated comedy takes a look at two culturally different families living near the U.S.-Mexican border. Following the screening, consulting producer Gustavo Arellano will be available for a Q&A session. This event is scheduled from 12:30 p.m. in Building 1400, Room 1413.

Horticulture Provides Real-World Experience to Students

Hidden near the corner of Lemon Street and Berkeley Avenue, the Horticulture Department is easy to miss for most students. Although small, the department is busy year-round with classes taught in the classrooms from a converted World War II Army barrack or outside on two acres of land filled with plants, greenhouses and irrigation equipment. The normally quiet idyllic setting was bustling this past weekend when the department opened its doors to the community for its annual Fall Plant Sale. Read more...

Animal Shelter Toy Collection

The Sociology Club is collecting new items for animal shelters and rescue animals in need, such as dog and cat toys, treats, pet bedding, small/medium fleece blankets, collars, leashes, dry/wet food, brushes-grooming tools, paper towels, cat litter, wash cloths and white bath towels, puppy training pads, dog shampoo, Clorox disinfecting wipes, gallon Ziploc bags, stainless steel food/water bowls (prefer non-flip), cat scratchers that can attach to cage fronts, lint rollers, etc. The collection is from Oct. 6 through 27. The drop-off box is located in Building 1400, Office Suite 1423. If you have any questions, please contact Angie Andrus at aandrus@fullcoll.edu.

FC Conducts Community Forums

Following the passage of Measure J, Fullerton College is embarking on a planning process that will determine the location and sequencing of projects on its campus. The campus forum will be on Oct. 20 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., and the community forum will be on Oct. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. Both forums will be in Building 200, Room 224. Find out more by reading the News Center story.

Reminder: Habits of Mind: Fostering Growth Mindsets

The next Habits of Mind workshop, Fostering Growth Mindsets in Classrooms and Offices is on Oct. 14 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Building 100, Room 119.

Faculty and Staff

Study Abroad and Student Success

How can Study Abroad and internationalization increase student success? How can these programs contribute to equitable outcomes for students, reducing opportunity and achievement gaps? This workshop will look at the research and discuss how all educators can help students benefit from Study Abroad programs at Fullerton College. This event is on Oct. 21 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in Room 311.

Reminder: MAS Conference Looking for Presenters

The Counseling Division is looking for presenters for the inaugural Males Achieving Success Conference on Jan. 27 at Fullerton College. The goal of this conference is to promote higher education, career exploration and self-development among males in 11th and 12th grade from a number of local high schools. For more information, please contact Rolando Sanabria at sanabria@fullcoll.edu or by calling 714-992-7250.

eLumen Workshops

This week's offerings are as follows: On Oct 5 from 1 to 2 p.m., there is Overview of Assessment in eLumen for Faculty workshop followed by drop-in help from 2 to 3 p.m. On Oct. 6 from 3 to 4 p.m., there is a Distribution Calendar for Department and Course Coordinators workshop followed by drop-in help from 4 to 5 p.m. On Oct. 7 from 5 to 6 p.m,. there is a workshop on Closing the Loop! Course and Program Improvement Plans followed by drop-in help from 6 to 7 p.m. On Oct. 9 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., there is a workshop on the Use of eLumen for ISLOs followed by drop-in help from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Sonocent Audio Note Taking Software Workshop

Sonocent is a new audio note taking software that encourages active learning strategies. Students can record a lecture, synchronize the audio notes with PowerPoint slides or PDF files, convert audio to text, edit audio, paraphrase with a recorder, color code and organize audio notes and transform writing into an audio/visual experience. This workshop is on Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in TEC 800D. Space is limited to 12, so please RSVP to Lynette Pratt at lpratt@fullcoll.edu or 714-992-7545.

Program Review Workshops for Non-instructional Programs

Non-instructional program review is just around the corner. The list of areas undergoing program review, templates, handbook and guides are available at programreview.fullcoll.edu. For any questions or help with self-studies, members of the Program Review Committee will be available in the TEC. The times are Oct. 8 from noon to 2 p.m. with Dawnmarie Neate, Nov. 2 from 3 to 5 p.m. with Jan Chadwick, and Nov. 3 and 5 from noon to 2 p.m. with Lisa Campbell.

Prof. Davidson Exhibits Work in Laguna Beach Gallery

Numerous paintings by Fine Arts Professor Deborah Davidson are on display through Oct. 31 at the Sue Greenwood Fine Art gallery in Laguna Beach. Davidson states "This body of work is about mysterious places that, when we go to them, we feel connected with the universe. There, nature is the physical manifestation of emotion, magic, and grace. Jung once described the possible phenomenon of an intelligent and responsive universe, one that acts and reacts in our interest. I am reminded of a power outside myself and that something sacred, rather than merely physical, is at work."

The Box Office

Selections from the Fullerton College Art Collection Sept. 3-Oct. 7

Showcasing a body of work both broad in scope and stunning in its beauty, the Fullerton College Art Collection exemplifies what a college art collection should be: educational, inspirational, and have the ability to move us all. Gallery hours for the collection are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 to 4 p.m.

Twelfth Night Oct. 8-17

Twelfth Night, directed by Professor Tim Espinosa will be performed on Oct. 8 to 10 and Oct. 16 to 17 at 7 p.m. in the Campus Theatre. Tickets during presale will bet $12.50 and tickets at the door will be $15.

The Rundown

Football

For the second week in a row, the Hornets lost a 14-point lead and the game to a Southern Conference opponent. Fullerton let the victory slip away to the undefeated Golden West Rustlers (5-0) 24-17 at LeBard Stadium Friday night. Up Next: FC (2-3 overall, 0-2 conference) will try and pick up the pieces when they face off against No. 1 Riverside City College (4-0) at home on Saturday, Oct. 10. Kickoff will be at 6 p.m.

Women's Water Polo

On Friday, Fullerton won their first two games against Santa Rosa (17-1) and Cuesta (17-11) at the Cuesta College Tournament. On Saturday, things went south for the Hornets as they suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of Golden West College, 7-3. In the next game against Riverside, FC went on to lose again 12-8. The losses break up a 47-game win streak that dates back to the beginning of last season. Up Next: Fullerton (12-2, 2-0) will look to bounce back when they play at the Ventura College Tournament Oct. 9-10.

Men's Water Polo

The Hornets hosted LA Valley College on Friday and fell to the Monarchs 18-7. Up Next: FC (8-7, 1-1) will play in the Santa Monica Mini Tournament on Friday, Oct. 16.

Women's Soccer

The Hornets were victorious at home on Friday over Golden West College 2-1. Freshman Channing Cordova scored both goals for FC. Up Next: Fullerton (3-6-1, 2-3) will hit the road at Irvine Valley College this Tuesday, Oct. 6. Game time is at 3 p.m.

Men's Soccer

FC could not upset Irvine Valley on the road Friday as they lost to the Lasers 3-1. Up Next: The Hornets (2-6-1, 0-1-1) will take on Golden West College at home this Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m.

Volleyball

In the Orange Empire Conference opener, FC tried to pull off some magic at No. 7 Cypress College Friday night taking the first game 25-20, but that would be it as the Chargers went on the sweep the rest 18-25, 20-25 and 16-25. Up Next: Fullerton (5-4, 0-1) will host Riverside City College this Wednesday, Oct. 7. Game time is at 6 p.m.

Upcoming

Oct. 5 Screening of Stonewall Uprising

Room 212, 2-3 p.m.

Oct. 6 A+ Assignments with Proofreading Techniques that Work

Room 808A, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Oct. 6 Screening of Stonewall Uprising

Room 212, 2-3 p.m.

Oct. 7 Pump Up Your Writing with Sentence Combining

Room 808A, 2-3 p.m.

Oct. 7 LGBT Forum

Room 226, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Oct. 8 VRC: CSUF Presentation