Crystal Bender

I'm an alumni of Fullerton College, currently studying Communications-Journalism California State University of Fullerton. Rosamond, CA

Worked on 26 assignments, created 0, named on 26 bylines for Fullerton College Hornet.

By (Crystal as photographer) + 2 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 7 min read

Downtown Fullerton is foreshadowing a return to normalcy following Orange County's transition to the orange tier status

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As of March 30, Orange County has met the COVID-19 severity level data requirements necessary to transition into tier three, or the Orange Tier. According to California's Blueprint for a safer economy, a county must receive over a 7-day period a score between 1-3.9 for their adjusted case rate and a test positivity rate of 2-4.9% in order to qualify...

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By + 2 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 3 min read

'Anything is possible' at the Muck's upcoming Jazz Music Fest

The Muckenthaler’s Annual Jazz Music Festival is coming back beginning May 13 after a year-long hiatus with the mindset that anything is possible. Muck Annual Jazz Festival: Spring 2021 is returning with new energy described as “eclectic, cutting-edge and contemporary” after having to cancel last year’s festival due to COVID-19.“Our stage will be graced by world-class performers, people who feed...

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Associated Students candidates debate virtually

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The Associated Students hosted the executive debate Monday through Zoom, where candidates answered select questions to give key insight into their intentions and qualifications. The debate format consisted of candidates answering two pre-disclosed questions for a designated amount of time monitored by Logan Ueno the current A. S. Vice President of Records. The questions being debated were as follows: "If...

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Fullerton College to host a drive-thru commencement ceremony

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Fullerton College will be hosting a stay-in-your vehicle commencement drive-thru ceremony to celebrate the Class of 2020 and the Class of 2021. The event will take place Saturday, May 22, between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Recipients will be presented with their diploma cover and other Fullerton College branded items. Graduates are encouraged to sit in the front passenger seat...

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By + 2 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 4 min read

Music to Zoom’s ears: the experience of student performers online

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Limited access to campuses amid the COVID-19 pandemic has been a damper for most students for a variety of reasons. Performing arts students are some that have been impacted the most. To share a glimpse into the life of a student performer who had to go virtual amid these unique Zoom-centered times, Antonio Serrano was able to share some of...

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By (Crystal as photographer) + 2 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 3 min read

Associated Students seeking candidates to run for spring elections

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The Associated Students of Fullerton College are preparing spring elections for the 2021-22 school year. The deadline to apply is April 12 at noon and campaigning will take place from April 12 through April 23. All executive and student senate positions will need to be filled. The positions available include one seat for each of the following: President of Associated...

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By + 2 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 3 min read

South Orange County Virtual Job Fair offers career moves for job seekers

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Orange County One Stop Center will be hosting the South Orange County Virtual Job Fair Wednesday, April 7 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The job fair will consist of several participating employers, who will each have a virtual booth where job seekers can enter to chat and possibly conduct interviews. Employers may also request an optional face-to-face video chat,...

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By + 3 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 2 min read

Californians 50 and older now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine

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The eligibility to receive vaccine shots as of April 1st now includes anyone 50 years of age or older. Those who qualify due to the change can begin registering for an appointment to receive their vaccine. California is preparing to increase its supply of incoming vaccines by the end of April to about 4 million vaccines received per week. According...

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By (Crystal as photographer) + 2 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 2 min read

Fullerton College is now offering free grab-and-go meals to students

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The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an ongoing effort on behalf of Fullerton College and NOCCCD faculty to provide students with access to resources that help meet their needs while on-campus services remain closed. To ensure the school can provide access to healthy meals for students, Fullerton College has launched a new resource to provide students with healthy meals. Students...

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By + 3 others for Fullerton College Hornet - 3 min read

An anti-racism campaign is being developed by the Office of Diversity and Compliance

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North Orange County Community College District announced that The Office of Diversity and Compliance is working to develop an anti-racism campaign. The campaign will be a collaboration between all three NOCCCD campuses and will include faculty, staff, managers and students. The campaign is planned to be unveiled tentatively on March 24, 2021. The campaign is being organized in an effort...

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