Fullerton Focus April 2014
All the Arts for All the Kids ribbon cutting ceremony in March welcomed the newest piece of art, “Circles of Love,” to Fullerton. The student-created mural was installed on the East Skywalk Bridge over Harbor Boulevard at St. Jude Medical Center, in partnership with St. Jude, the Fullerton School District, and All the Arts for All the Kids Foundation.
Preparing Students for Future Success Joyce Capelle, FCC Chair 2013-14
Workforce development is essential to Fullerton’s economic success. It provides students with the core skills needed to be successful in employment today and in the future. Today’s workforce calls for highly skilled, motivated and innovative individuals who are well-versed in current technology, engaged and enthusiastic team members, and who are prepared to meet the challenges of this economy. It is important that students have the opportunity to acquire these skills and competencies so they will be able to succeed in their chosen career path. This month, we explore two programs which are helping identify and encourage student success. The Counseling Center at Fullerton College has two centers
dedicated to workforce development and promoting career readiness. It is at these centers that students can learn about job-seeking techniques, job retention skills, business etiquette, and explore career options before graduation. The college’s Workforce Center presents students with a practical approach to workforce development, giving students the ability to practice interview skills, revise their resume and compose interview ready cover letters. According to Andrea Hanstein, director of campus communications at Fullerton College, the Workforce Center is the official liaison between the college and outside companies. “This center helps students secure internships and full-time jobs by providing a job board for students to view,” explained Hanstein. “Twice a year, the Workforce Center sponsors job fairs for students to meet potential employers and secure a full-time or internship position. The Workforce Center also ...continued on page 2
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