🌱 How a new grant could launch Fullerton students into chip careers

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In today's newsletter:

• How a new grant could launch Fullerton students into chip careers
• How a Cal State Fullerton alum rose to fame before tragedy struck
• After a CSU Fullerton tragedy, are students riding e-scooters safely?

Also on today's calendar: Christmas Car Wash and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Sunny and remaining warm, with a high of 81 and low of 46 degrees.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 76, low: 49.
• Saturday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. OC Business Council Grant to Train Students for Semiconductor Workforce (fullerton.edu) — Students at Cal State Fullerton will soon have more paid research, internship, and training opportunities in the fast-growing semiconductor industry thanks to an $80,000 Orange County Business Council grant. The funding backs a new Early Research Experience program, tied to the campus’s upcoming ECS Innovation Hub, that connects undergraduates and local high schoolers directly with major chip companies and high-wage tech careers in Orange County.
   

2. Opera singer Jubilant Sykes fatally stabbed at California home (boston25news.com) — A renowned opera and jazz singer with deep ties to Cal State Fullerton, Jubilant Sykes, was fatally stabbed at his Santa Monica home, and his son is in custody. Sykes once credited his time at Cal State Fullerton and its faculty for launching his international career, making his death especially poignant for the Titan community and local arts supporters.
   

3. E-scooters are popular at college campuses. How can students stay safe? (fresnobee.com) — A recent fatal e-scooter crash involving a CSU Fullerton student underscores why local riders should take micromobility safety seriously. The piece explains how injuries from e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-skateboards are surging nationwide and shares practical tips—like slowing down, wearing helmets, and following campus rules—to help students and residents stay safer on and around college campuses.
   

4. Titan Social Services Grads Support OC Youth Experiencing Homelessness (fullerton.edu) — Cal State Fullerton alumni are putting their social services training to work across Orange County, helping homeless and housing-insecure youth through the Costa Mesa-based Project Hope Alliance. Several Titans, inspired by classes at CSUF, now manage casework and partnerships in local schools, connecting students with food, clothing, financial aid, and mentoring to keep them on track for graduation and stable futures.
   

5. Bay Area teams' road to state football titles might be paved by their ground game (sfchronicle.com) — Several California state football championship games are being played this weekend at Fullerton Union High School’s district stadium, bringing top Bay Area and Southern California teams into town. Local fans can catch multiple title matchups Friday and Saturday, including Lincoln vs. Valley Center, Ventura vs. St. Ignatius, and McClymonds vs. Kennedy-Delano, all showcasing standout running backs and high-powered offenses.
   

📸 Around Fullerton

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Fullerton

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday December 11

• "Reincarnation:Greco-Roman,Hindu, Buddhist,Jewish,Christian"Zoom Talk-Dec11
  Ipso Facto, 517 N Harbor Blvd, Fullerton
  8:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday December 11

• Dancing with the Staff
  Sunny Hills High School Fullerton, CA 92833
  7:00 pm

Friday December 12

• Vocal Music 7 pm WINTER CONCERT
  Troy High School , 2200 Dorothy Ln , Fullerton
  5:30 pm
• Holidays at Fullerton
  Fullerton College , 321 E Chapman Ave , Fullerton
  6:30 pm
• Mismiths Live
  Mi Vida Loca Bar and Lounge · Fullerton , CA , Fullerton
  7:00 pm
• Dancing with the Staff
  Sunny Hills High School Fullerton, CA 92833
  7:00 pm

Saturday December 13

• Fused Glass Ornament Pop Up 2025
  All the Arts for All the Kids Foundation Studio , 114 N Harbor Blvd , Fullerton
  12:00 pm
• Bill McMillan event
  Brea Museum & Historical Society , 495 S Brea Blvd , Brea
  12:30 pm

Saturday December 20

• Christmas Car Wash
  Carwood Car Wash & Detail Center , 2729 E Carson St , Lakewood
  6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday December 11

• ConnectUp at La Habra Chamber Office
  La Habra Chamber Office , 321 E. La Habra Blvd. , La Habra
  8:15 am
• BANGER — Stereo Brewing
  Stereo Brewing , 950 S Vía Rodeo , Placentia
  4:00 pm
• Tamale Festival
  Tlaquepaque Restaurant , 101 W Santa Fe Ave , Placentia
  4:00 pm
• Teen Study Hall
  South Whittier Library , 11543 Colima Rd , Whittier
  4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

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-- The Patch AM Team

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