North Orange County Community College District

This week's FutureBUILT Friday workshop features speaker Oscar Garcia from Aspira Consulting. Mr. Garcia is presenting on "How to Tell Your First Gen Story and Get Hired." Register today! #FutureBUILT

Our heartfelt condolences are with the family and friends of Cruz Reynoso. Reynoso was a son of migrant workers who labored in the fields as a child and went o...n to become the first Chicano state Supreme Court justice in California. He attended Fullerton College and graduated with an associate degree in 1951 before graduating from UC Berkeley School of Law. https://www.latimes.com//cruz-reynoso-california-supreme-c See more

Congratulations to Fullerton College graduate Omar Garcia! Omar is a recipient of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, a highly selective scholarship for the nation's top community college students seeking to complete their bachelor’s degrees at four-year colleges or universities. Each Cooke Scholar has access to generous financial support for two to three years, college planning support, ongoing advising, and the opportunity to connect with the thriving community of fellow scholars.

Happy Classified School Employees Week (CSEW)! Our classified professionals go above and beyond to address student needs and help students succeed. Thank you for going the extra mile while we've been away from campus. Check out the Board of Trustees Resolution recognizing CSEW: https://www.nocccd.edu//resolution-no-20-21-20-csea-week-2

It's almost time to celebrate the Class of 2021! See how each of our campuses are congratulating their graduates at the link below. Students, you continue to overcome challenges and succeed. We are so proud of you! Congratulations!

La Llorona: An American Story May 6, 7, 8 & 13, 14, 15 the virtual doors will open @ 7PM This is an experimental & immersive theater piece created by the studen...ts of Fullerton College's Theater Arts Department. This original piece is inspired by the story of the classic Mexican folklore of La Llorona. Come join us on this fascinating journey as we explore the bond between mother and child through this virtual experience. Follow @lalloronafullcoll on Instagram for more details

Stay connected with us during this time of social distancing. Check our COVID-19 Update webpages frequently for up-to-date District and campus information, employee resources, and external resources. We're here for you!

Thank you to our veterans! In honor of all who have served, NOCCCD will be closed on November 11, 2020 in observance of Veterans Day.

Three Fridays left, and just in time for the holidays! Students at the Anaheim Campus, register at https://noce.edu/info/students/food-pantry/ to pick up food supplies like canned food, fresh fruits, vegetables, bread and milk, as well as diapers and personal hygiene products upon request this November and December. And thank you to our wonderful volunteers!

Today is Election Day! We know that you know, but if you still need to vote, find the Vote Center nearest you and let your voice be heard. Voting options and Vote Center wait times are listed: https://www.ocvote.com/ The polls close tonight at 8 p.m. As long as you are in line by 8 p.m., you will be able to vote. You can even register to vote in person at your local Vote Center. GO VOTE!

The OC Health Care Agency needs your help in conducting a survey of attitudes toward vaccination for COVID-19, which will be of great assistance to them in planning for distribution of the vaccine when it becomes available. Please fill out the short questionnaire: https://www.research.net/r/covidvaccine_English. All responses are anonymous and confidential.

It's Undocumented Student Action Week (USAW)! NOCCCD Grads to Be Programs have partnered to provide students, faculty, and staff with resources, support, and learning opportunities in celebration of USAW. Check out this week's events: https://nocccd.edu//51/undocumented-student-week-of-action Now in its fourth year at the state level, USAW encourages California Community Colleges to engage in advocacy and support efforts in solidarity with undocumented students throughout the state.

Happy Friday! Check out our latest e-newsletter to see what we've been up to: https://t.e2ma.net/message/ewgfoi/yfxk9o

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us! Cypress College in collaboration with the District Office of Diversity and Compliance and the Latino Faculty and Staff Association is hosting a variety of virtual events starting tomorrow through November 2, 2020. https://www.nocccd.edu//cc-hispanic-heritage-month-events-

Join us September 29 for a NOCCCD Board of Trustees Candidates Forum! Register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pSm0Q-a-Q1G6mpO7-3s-jg Have a question for the candidates? Submit your question to Deborah Vagts at [email protected] no later than 6 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2020. On the subject line of your email, please state "NOCCCD Candidates Forum."

Cypress College and NOCE will partner with Pathways of Hope to host weekly drive-through food distribution events. Starting September 2, 2020, students can come each Wednesday from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. for food; hygiene items available upon request. Students MUST register to participate.

American Red Cross is testing blood, platelet, and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. A positive antibody test result indicates that an individual may have had previous exposure to the virus that causes COVID-19 and their body has developed specific antibodies to the virus. Individuals who have a positive antibody test result may be eligible to participate in the convalescent plasma donation program to help currently ill COVID-19 patients.

Join us at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4th for a workshop geared to inform faculty, staff, and community members about immigration related topics and the rights undocumented individuals have despite the ongoing changes occurring with immigration policies. Registration: https://zoom.us//regi/tJUrd-utqzMjH9BHQ8OJysF9e8RcK3PaldSe

On July 28, the District is hosting an Information Session for those interested in running for the Board of Trustees. Session topics will include overviews of the California Community Colleges and NOCCCD, as well as the role and responsibilities of Trustees. Attendees will be required to register for the session. For more information and to register, click on the link!