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North Orange Promise Expands to Offer Free Tuition to all First-time College Students

Beginning in fall 2019, the North Orange Promise Program will expand to include a tuition-free college experience for all first-time, full-time college students attending Cypress College, Fullerton College, and North Orange Continuing Education.

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Cypress College Celebrates Breaking Ground on SEM Building

On February 8, 2019, Cypress College hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction on its new Science, Engineering and Math (SEM) building.

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Give to Wildfire Victims

California wildfires have ravaged our state over the last week. So many faculty, staff and students have been affected by these natural disasters, especially those from Butte College, Moorpark College, and Ventura College.

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District-wide Mass Notification System Changeover

Effective October 1, 2018, the District transitioned to Rave Alert by Rave Mobile Safety for its mass notification system.

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Economic Impact Study Highlights NOCCCD's Value

In 2018, NOCCCD contracted with Emsi to assess the economic impact made by our District on our local community and industries, as well as the benefits generated by its institutions.

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Professional Development Welcomes Second Leadership Academy Cohort and Launches New Mentorship Program

Last year, NOCCCD's Professional Development Department established the District-wide Leadership Academy to support professional growth and positively affect student success and institutional transformation.

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Board of Trustees Approves 2018-19 Proposed Budget & Financial Report

A District-wide Proposed Budget and Financial Report is prepared each year in the fall so that users from all backgrounds can understand the District's overall budget position.

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NOCCCD Welcomes New District Manager of Human Resources

NOCCCD welcomes Simone Brown Thunder as the District Manager of Human Resources. In her new role, Simone is responsible for managing District-wide recruitment, hiring committee trainings, position control, and compliance reporting.

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LIVE: District-wide Student Email Service

Students at Cypress College, Fullerton College, and NOCE can now request a free email account with a District email address (student.nocccd.edu) via MyGateway.

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CC Cybersecurity Program Designated National Center of Academic Excellence

The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security designated Cypress College as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Two-Year Education through the 2023 academic year for the Associate in Science, Cybersecuri.

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NOCCCD Launches District-wide Mentorship Program

NOCCCD launches its new Mentorship Program for the 2018-19 academic year! All full-time employees are welcome to apply. Continue reading for details and application information.

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NOCCCD Presents 2018 North Star Awards

Congratulations to the 2018 North Star Award recipients! Established by Chancellor's Staff during the 2016-17 academic year, NOCCCD's North Star Award recognizes employees for their outstanding contributions and work performance throughout.

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NOCE Welcomes New AEBG Director

On June 13, 2018, NOCE welcomed Janeth Manjarrez as the new Adult Education Block Grant (AEBG) Director overseeing the North Orange County Consortium for Adult Education.

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CC Mortuary Science Professor Appointed to Board of Governors

Cypress College's very own Jolena Grande has been appointed to the California Community Colleges Board of Governors.

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Inaugural Anaheim Pledge Night a Huge Success

Last year, NOCCCD signed on as a partner to the Anaheim Union Educational Pledge to transform the lives of students through education and economic advancement.

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FC Student Awarded Top Transfer Scholarship

Congratulations to Fullerton College student Robert Alan Brantley for being one of 45 scholarship recipients nationwide to receive the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergratuate Transfer Scholarship this year.

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NOCCCD Organizational Structure Analysis

NOCCCD hired the Collaborative Brain Trust (CBT) in 2017 to review the District’s organizational structure.

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Cypress College & Fullerton College Honored as Statewide "Strong Workforce Stars"

Cypress College and Fullerton College earned the California Community College’s Strong Workforce Stars recognition at the Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels for innovative career technical education programs that advance economic and social m.

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Award-Winning Marketing and Public Relations at NOCCCD and Fullerton College

NOCCCD’s Office of Public Affairs and Fullerton College’s Office of Campus Communications earned Medallion Awards from District 6 of the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR).

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Governor's January Budget Proposal

Governor Brown released his budget proposal for the 2018-19 fiscal year. Click here for key highlights . Click here for the comparsion to Board of Governors request . - - - -

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NOCCCD Accepts Funding for Hunger-Free Campus Initiative

On January 23, 2018, the NOCCCD Board of Trustees authorized the District’s request to accept new funding of $77,084 in one-time funding for the Hunger-Free Campus initiative in the 2017-18 fiscal year.

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2016-17 Annual Reports Available Now

2016-2017 Annual Reports Available Now The Fullerton College and Cypress College 2016-2017 Annual Reports are now available. Dr.

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District Launches New Fraud Hotline and Whistleblower Policy

District Launches New Fraud Hotline and Whistleblower Policy - At the November 28, 2017 Board meeting, the North Orange County Community College District Board of Trustees approved Board Policy 7700 and Administrative Procedure 7700 &ldqu.

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Free Tuition to Eligible Students through North Orange Promise

Starting with the fall 2018 semester, select high school graduates will be able to attend Cypress College, Fullerton College, and North Orange Continuing Education without paying tuition through a new program known as the North Orange Promise.

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Fall Coffee with the Chancellor and Board Announced

The dates have been announced for the fall “Coffee with the Chancellor and Board of Trustees” campus events.

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District-wide Black Faculty and Staff Association

The Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) of North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) has reconvened. On September 20, 2017, BFSA hosted a Meet and Greet Mixer at the Matador Cantina with guest NOCCCD Chancellor, Dr.

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Annual Safety and Security Reports Now Available

The 2017 Annual Safety and Security Report is now available to review for Fullerton and Cypress College.

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NOCCCD Leadership Academy Class of 2018 Announced

The North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) values its employees and is committed to providing opportunities for professional growth, advancement, and leadership development.

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2017-2018 NOCCCD Innovation Fund Grant Recipients Announced

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2017-18 NOCCCD Innovation Fund Grant! In total, close to $100,000 will be distributed to develop and implement the great ideas from the following individuals: - - Liliana Barabas , Fullerton College - T.

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Spring Coffee with the Chancellor and Board Announced

The dates have been announced for the spring “Coffee with the Chancellor and Board of Trustees” and “Chancellor’s Office Hours” campus events.

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Fullerton College Professor, Jo Wen Wu, Honored with Gerald C. Hayward Award

Fullerton College Biology Professor, Jo Wen Wu, has been honored by the California Community Colleges Board of Governers with the the 2016-17 Gerald C. Hayward Award for excellence in education. Read the full story here .

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Athletics Hall of Fame Induction

Cypress College will host its first Athletics Hall of Fame induction event at the College's 50th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, April 1.

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Board of Trustees Adopts Resolution in Support of Students

Last Tuesday, at the March 14 meeting, the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution in support of students and student privacy. Click here to view the full resolution.

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Measure J Community Report Now Online

Measure J Community Report Now Online The first Measure J community progress report is now available on the District website and is being mailed to local residents.

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Fullerton College Football Earns State and National Titles

Fullerton College Football Earns State and National Titles The Fullerton College Hornets beat the American River College Beavers 29-27 in an exciting State Championship game over the weekend.

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Valentina Purtell Appointed Provost of the School of Continuing Education

Valentina Purtell Appointed Provost of the School of Continuing Education Ms. Valentina Purtell has been named as the fifth provost of the School of Continuing Education (SCE).

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District-wide Systems Down for Maintenance During the Holidays

Year-end maintenance on online systems will begin at midnight on Friday, December 23, 2016, through close of business on Sunday, January 1, 2017.

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Election Results

Election Results In addition to the presidential race, NOCCCD had two trustee seats on the ballot yesterday: Trustee Area 2 - Ed Lopez 41.2% - Art Montez 31.4% - Ann-Marie Stinson 27.5% Trustee Area 7 - Ryan Bent 70.3% - Barry J.

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Seeking Applications for Cypress College President

The North Orange County Community College District invites applications and nominations for the position of President at Cypress College. Dr. Eva Conrad from Community College Search Services is facilitating the search and selection processes.

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Investiture of Dr. Cheryl A. Marshall

A crowd of over 200 people gathered last Friday, October 14, to celebrate Dr. Cheryl Marshall as the eighth Chancellor of the North Orange County Community College District.

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NOCCCD Welcomes Over 80 New Full-Time Faculty

The District Office welcomed 70 of the 82 new, full-time faculty to the Anaheim Campus on September 16.

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State-of-the-Art SEM Building Planned for Cypress College

On Tuesday, August 23, the North Orange County Community College District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to expand the scope of the new Science, Engineering & Math (SEM) building at Cypress College.

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Investiture of Dr. Greg Schulz as President of Fullerton College

Investiture of Dr. Greg Schulz as President of Fullerton College Following Fullerton College's Fall 2016 Convocation on August 19, 2016, students, community members, and staff from throughout the District gathered to celebrate Dr.

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Cypress College Rededication Ceremony

Help us celebrate Cypress College's 50th anniversary! Join us on Monday, September 12, 2016 at 9:50 a.m. for a rededication ceremony. For more information and to RSVP, please visit the Cypress College website .

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Investiture of Dr. Greg Schulz as Fullerton College President

The Investiture of Dr. Greg Schulz as President of Fullerton College will take place on Friday, August 19, 2016. The program begins at 10:45 a.m. in the Fullerton College Campus Theatre, 321 E. Chapman Avenue, Fullerton. Dr.

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NOCCCD and CSUF Host First Baccalaureate Degree Summit

NOCCCD and CSUF Host First Baccalaureate Degree Summit Over 160 faculty, staff, and administrators from California community colleges attended a Baccalaureate Degree Summit at Cal State Fullerton on July 6.

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Bridging the Skills Gap at NOCCCD

Bridging the Skills Gap Our community partners have told us that they can’t find the skilled labor they need to replace an aging workforce.

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Fullerton College Designated Military Friendly School

Fullerton College has been named a Military Friendly® School according to criteria set by the Military Friendly® ratings and resources division of Victory Media.

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Graduation Season Brings Firsts

Graduation Season Brings Firsts - - In addition to applauding our students for their hard work, the campuses celebrated many firsts at their graduations this year… For the first time in decades, Fullerton College hosted their 10.

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Fullerton College Alumni Debut Documentary Across the Country

Fullerton College Alumni Debut Documentary Across the Country The Tomb of the Unknown Solider at Arlington National Cemetery is a humbling reminder of the many soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom. The U.S.

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Jolena Grande Honored with the Above and Beyond Award

Jolena Grande Honored with "Above and Beyond" Award Jolena Grande , Cypress College Mortuary Science Instructor, Academic Senate President, and Department Chair, was honored with the Chancellor’s Staff “Above and B.

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June 2, 2016 Election of 2014 General Obligation Bonds

Please click here to read the official announcement of the upcoming election of 2014 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2016A, on June 2, 2016.

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2016-17 NOCCCD Innovation Fund Grant Recipients Announced

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2016-17 NOCCCD Innovation Fund Grant! In total, close to $75,000 will be distributed to develop and implement the great ideas from the following individuals: Sean Chamberlin and Roman deJesus , Fullerton.

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Puente in Pasadena

Kay and Mal Bruce, longstanding Cypress College Puente Program supporters, hosted over 50 students for an evening of great food, conversation, and VIP treatment.

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Commencement Season is Here!

We're excited to celebrate our 2016 graduates at their Cypress College, Fullerton College, and School of Continuing Education Commencement ceremonies! Cypress College - Friday, May 27, 2016 - 6 p.m.

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Yom HaShoah to Feature Holocaust Survivors, Portraits and Stories

Cypress College will host the first-ever Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day event, on May 4 from 7-8:30 p.m. adjacent to the campus pond.

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Newly Tenured Faculty Honored at April 12 Board Meeting

The NOCCCD Board of Trustees was excited to honor Cypress College and Fullerton College’s newly tenured faculty at their April 12 meeting.

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Get Recharged with SCE's Coffee Cart

The next time you’re in the mood for a donut, a cup of coffee, or fruit, stop by the Cypress College Complex and help students in SCE’s Disability Support Services (DSS) program gain valuable job experience.

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Fullerton College's 2nd Annual Veteran's Career & Resource Fair

Fullerton College's Veteran's Resource Center will host the 2nd annual Veteran's Career & Resource Fair on Thursday, April 7, 2016 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the campus quad.

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Dr. Greg Schulz Appointed Fullerton College President

The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce Dr. Greg Schulz as the ninth president of Fullerton College. He has served as Interim President since July 1.

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Fullerton College President Finalists' Forum Videos Now Available

To view the videos of the March 17 Fullerton College President Finalists Open Forum, please visit the Fullerton College News Center .

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Share Your Feedback on the Fullerton College President Candidate Forum

The Board of Trustees would like your comments and feedback from the March 17 Fullerton College President Candidate Forum. Please share your thoughts here by 5 p.m. on March 17 .

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Fullerton College President Search Update: Open Forum on March 17

The three finalists for Fullerton College President will be on campus to meet with staff, students and community members in an open forum on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at the following times: 9 a.m.: Dr.

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NOCCCD Budget Allocation Model Forums 2016

All are invited to attend the upcoming Budget Allocation Model Forums.

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Stephen T. Blount Wins Trustee Area 3 Election

The Orange County Registrar of Voters has declared Mr. Steve Blount the official winner of the February 9 Trustee Area 3 election. The NOCCCD Board of Trustees will officially seat Mr. Blount at their March 8 Board Meeting.

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Fullerton College Night at Angel Stadium

Tickets for the April 9 Fullerton College Night are now on sale! Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in the following three ways: at the Fullerton College Student Activities Office located in Building 200, 2nd Floor at the Fullerton College F.

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Unofficial Trustee Area 3 Election Results

Unofficial results from the February 9 Trustee Area 3 election show Steven Blount leading the polls.

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Dr. Cheryl Marshall Appointed NOCCCD Chancellor

Dr. Cheryl Marshall has been appointed the new chancellor of the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD). She will assume her new position on July 1.

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Share your Feedback on the Chancellor Candidate Forums

The Board of Trustees would like your comments and feedback from the February 11 Chancellor Candidate Forums. Please share your thoughts here . To view video of the Cypress College forums, visit http://news.cypresscollege.

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Chancellor Search: Candidate Forums Held on Feb. 11

The Board of Trustees would like your comments and feedback from the February 11 Chancellor Candidate Forums. (Updated Feb. 16: The online comment form is now closed.

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Fullerton College Eligible for Aspen Prize for Excellence

Fullerton College is one of 150 community colleges across the nation eligible for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

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Watch the Trustee Area 3 Candidate Forum Online

To fill NOCCCD’s Trustee Area 3 vacancy, a special vote-by-mail election will take place on February 9.

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Chancellor Search Update

The search for NOCCCD's next Chancellor is underway, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2016. Open forums are tentatively scheduled to take place on February 11.

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NOCCCD Great Teachers Seminar Slated for April

NOCCCD’s Great Teachers Seminar will take place April 7-10, 2016 in Lake Arrowhead.

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Full-Time Faculty â€œHire Meâ€ Workshop

Are you an instructor looking for a full-time faculty position? Are you curious about the hiring process? Then sign up today for the February 20 “Hire Me” Workshop, hosted by NOCCCD’s Human Resources department.

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District-wide Security and Vulnerability Assessment

What are we doing District-wide to keep our students, faculty, and staff safe? What more could we do to protect our human capital? These questions and more are all part of a security vulnerability assessment planned for February at Cypress Colleg.

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News and Announcements

Celebrate the Class of 2019

2019 North Star Award Recipients Announced

Award-Winning Communications at NOCCCD

Cypress College Commemorates Breaking Ground on VRC

North Orange Promise Expands to Offer Free Tuition to all First-time College Students

Cypress College Celebrates Breaking Ground on SEM Building

Give to Wildfire Victims

District-wide Mass Notification System Changeover

Economic Impact Study Highlights NOCCCD's Value

Professional Development Welcomes Second Leadership Academy Cohort and Launches New Mentorship Program

Board of Trustees Approves 2018-19 Proposed Budget & Financial Report

NOCCCD Welcomes New District Manager of Human Resources

LIVE: District-wide Student Email Service

CC Cybersecurity Program Designated National Center of Academic Excellence

NOCCCD Launches District-wide Mentorship Program

NOCCCD Presents 2018 North Star Awards

NOCE Welcomes New AEBG Director

CC Mortuary Science Professor Appointed to Board of Governors

Inaugural Anaheim Pledge Night a Huge Success

FC Student Awarded Top Transfer Scholarship

NOCCCD Organizational Structure Analysis

Cypress College & Fullerton College Honored as Statewide "Strong Workforce Stars"

Award-Winning Marketing and Public Relations at NOCCCD and Fullerton College

Governor's January Budget Proposal

NOCCCD Accepts Funding for Hunger-Free Campus Initiative

2016-17 Annual Reports Available Now

District Launches New Fraud Hotline and Whistleblower Policy

Free Tuition to Eligible Students through North Orange Promise

Fall Coffee with the Chancellor and Board Announced

District-wide Black Faculty and Staff Association

Annual Safety and Security Reports Now Available

NOCCCD Leadership Academy Class of 2018 Announced

2017-2018 NOCCCD Innovation Fund Grant Recipients Announced

Spring Coffee with the Chancellor and Board Announced

Fullerton College Professor, Jo Wen Wu, Honored with Gerald C. Hayward Award

Athletics Hall of Fame Induction

Board of Trustees Adopts Resolution in Support of Students

Measure J Community Report Now Online

Fullerton College Football Earns State and National Titles

Valentina Purtell Appointed Provost of the School of Continuing Education

District-wide Systems Down for Maintenance During the Holidays

Election Results

Seeking Applications for Cypress College President

Investiture of Dr. Cheryl A. Marshall

NOCCCD Welcomes Over 80 New Full-Time Faculty

State-of-the-Art SEM Building Planned for Cypress College

Investiture of Dr. Greg Schulz as President of Fullerton College

Cypress College Rededication Ceremony

Investiture of Dr. Greg Schulz as Fullerton College President

NOCCCD and CSUF Host First Baccalaureate Degree Summit

Bridging the Skills Gap at NOCCCD

Fullerton College Designated Military Friendly School

Graduation Season Brings Firsts

Fullerton College Alumni Debut Documentary Across the Country

Jolena Grande Honored with the Above and Beyond Award

June 2, 2016 Election of 2014 General Obligation Bonds

2016-17 NOCCCD Innovation Fund Grant Recipients Announced

Puente in Pasadena

Commencement Season is Here!

Yom HaShoah to Feature Holocaust Survivors, Portraits and Stories

Newly Tenured Faculty Honored at April 12 Board Meeting

Get Recharged with SCE's Coffee Cart

Fullerton College's 2nd Annual Veteran's Career & Resource Fair

Dr. Greg Schulz Appointed Fullerton College President

Fullerton College President Finalists' Forum Videos Now Available

Share Your Feedback on the Fullerton College President Candidate Forum

Fullerton College President Search Update: Open Forum on March 17

NOCCCD Budget Allocation Model Forums 2016

Stephen T. Blount Wins Trustee Area 3 Election

Fullerton College Night at Angel Stadium

Unofficial Trustee Area 3 Election Results

Dr. Cheryl Marshall Appointed NOCCCD Chancellor

Share your Feedback on the Chancellor Candidate Forums

Chancellor Search: Candidate Forums Held on Feb. 11

Fullerton College Eligible for Aspen Prize for Excellence

Watch the Trustee Area 3 Candidate Forum Online

Chancellor Search Update

NOCCCD Great Teachers Seminar Slated for April

Full-Time Faculty â€œHire Meâ€ Workshop