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Opinion: "Baby It's Cold Outside" should have its radio ban lifted
The classic Christmas song, “Baby It’s Cold Outside”, has been under fire since 2009 when the MeToo movement really gained momentum. The primary complaint against it is how it promotes date-rape culture as the male singer is giving off a vibe that he is trying to get a woman to stay overnight against her will. The song was written by Frank Loesser back in 1944 and made its appearance in the 1949 movie Neptune’s Daughter, but it wasn’t initially a Christmas song.
Opinion | Serving the Fullerton Community Since 1922 | The Hornet
Opinion: “Baby It’s Cold Outside” should have its radio ban lifted 1949 classic “Baby It’s Cold Outside” is still under scrutiny two years later as being unacceptable to today’s societal norms. Read More Opinion: Celebrating without masks during the COVID-19 pandemic is risky Trump having been projected to lose the 2020 election caused multiple celebrations to take place all around the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 who?
December 12, 2020 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Around The Hornet: Who do the Hornets believe will win the NBA Finals? As the NBA season is getting set to tip-off soon, members of the Fullerton College men’s basketball team were asked who is their pick to win the NBA Finals. Read More Opinion: “Baby It’s Cold Outside” should have its radio ban lifted 1949 classic “Baby It’s Cold Outside” is still under scrutiny two years later as being unacceptable to today’s societal norms. Read More
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Reasons why the Grammys is corrupted and how many other artists are speaking out their issues toward the award show.
Fullerton residents have spoken on Measure S and U
While most people are waiting with baited breathe for the Presidential election to be decided, Fullerton residents also used their voice to vote locally on two ballot measures in their city. At the time of this article, the Orange County Registrar’s Office is reporting 81.3% of the ballots counted with 100% of precincts reporting. With the votes counted,57.79% of Fullerton residents voted not to approve Measure S. No changes will be made at this time to the sales tax rate.
A fourth-term win is projected for Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva
Assembly Sharon Quirk-Silva is projected to win and continue to serve the 65th District in the State Assembly. At the time of this article, the Orange County Registrar’s Office is reporting81.3% with 100% of precincts reporting. Quirk-Silva won 58.14% of the votes, a total of 104,654 votings for her re-election. Assemblywoman Quirk-Silva had this to say about her victory on Twitter, “Thank you to all the great people in #AD65 for re-electing me to represent you in Sacramento. #caleg”.
More Than Just a Man, Remembering Chadwick Boseman
On Friday, August 28, it was announced that actor Chadwick Boseman had passed away after a 4 year-long battle with colon cancer. Boseman was best known for bringing the Marvel character Black Panther to life on the silver screen in 2018. This movie resonated deeply among the African-American community, showing a positive superhero role model for today’s generation.
The A.S. results are in for 2020-2021 elections
The Hornets at Fullerton, even though they are not together on campus, came together online to vote for the next leaders of the Associated Students.
Take-Out Thursday Review: Adana Grill dishes out Turkish eats
Adana Grill is a Turkish Mediterranean restaurant located in the shopping center off Euclid St. & Harbor Blvd. in Fullerton. This eatery, formerly known as Zewadeh Grill, is an ideal place for a refreshing meal during quarantine. On the appetizer menu, one of several options are the hand-made grape leaves. Several leaves are topped with rice and spices then rolled up into a decadent treat. The tangy flavor is offset by the flavorful rice filling, making this a great starter to the main meal.
Take-out Thursday Review: Ma's House fulfills the savory cravings
Located on the border of Anaheim and Fullerton, Ma’s House Chinese Halal (also known as Ma’s Islamic Chinese Restaurant) was a place worth the little extra drive from the college area. The menu was filled with a variety of choices and this is in addition to the lunch specials that are offered every day. Listed as an appetizer, the egg rolls were a good choice to start. While it may appear as just the standard egg roll that is commonly served, this one stood out from the others.
The Muck is more than it first appears
The Muckenthaler Cultural Center (The Muck) got its start when Harold Muckenthaler donated his 8 acres of property to the City of Fullerton in 1965 specifically to be turned into a cultural center. Twenty years later, the family home was transformed and opened up to the public. The Muck has been holding a variety of exhibits, concerts and day camps on the grounds ever since.
April 20, 2020 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Pathways of Hope is able to help the people and the city of Fullerton within this devastating time of COVID-19
Opinion: Is censored history depriving students the lessons of the past?
As the world around us is ever-changing, so is the history that has defined our world and more specifically our country. More research is being brought to light that changes how we view what happened in our past that in turn changes the lessons that need to be taught in our schools. Unfortunately, not all these lessons make it into the updated textbooks because it rattles the cage of what has been taught before which leads to students not being able to learn the lessons of our past.
Take-out Thursday: Zombee Donuts are eerily satisfying
You don’t have to be brain-dead to enjoy these sweet treats from Zombee Donuts, which is located on Chapman Avenue just down the street from Fullerton College. This shop offers a variety of specialty and classic macabre-themed donuts, that are as delicious as they are eerie. The Zombee Mascot is a classic fluffy buttermilk glazed donut decorated to look like a zombie with a half-dead face made of chocolate icing and a little bit of red icing oozing from the mouth. A really creepy delight.
Thursday Farmer’s Market is now open
The Thursday Farmer’s Market is returning to the Downtown Fullerton Plaza just outside the museum starting Mar. 26 and will be from 4 – 7:30 p.m. This Farmer’s Market runs every Thursday from April – October located just off Pomona Ave and Wilshire Ave. With the spread of Covid-19 and the City of Fullerton following the guidelines set out by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the Farmer’s Market is altering how it will be run. Visit the Farmer's Market at Downtown Fullerton every Thursday starting March 26th.
March 26, 2020 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
The Farmer’s Market that happens every Thursday returns to Downtown Fullerton, but with restrictions.
Study Abroad Student tested positive for COVID-19
The thirty-two students and two faculty members who were on the Study Abroad Program to London, England returned last week after the trip was cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Now that the students are home from their travels, they are all currently under a 14-day self-quarantine as per the guidelines set by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for travelers returning from high-risk countries.
Support your local eatery with The Great American Takeout
In an effort to help promote business to restaurants that still have their doors open after the restrictions were announced in California, a movement called The Great American Takeout is being pushed by the industry. On Thursday, Mar. 19th, Governor Gavin Newsom declared that California will now be operating in a state of emergency due to Covid-19 and only essential businesses will be allowed to stay open.
Game Development Club gets revived for another round
After being dormant for two years, the Game Development Club is being brought back by student Justin Lancy. He wants to break the stigma that future game creators have to know coding in order to be in the industry. Previously, the club offered on campus was generated more towards students who were focused on coding and not advertising towards other aspects of the game creation process.
Continuing the traditions of celebrating Black History
The origins of Black History Month, according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), dates back to 1915 when Carter G. Woodson met with A. L. Jackson and three others at the Wabash YMCA and formed the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. The organization later changed its name to the ASALH. Under the ASALH, in 1925, Woodson sent out a press release announcing the start of Negro History Week that was scheduled for February 1926.
Researching for the future: CSULB Shark Lab pairs with FC Drone Lab
The Fullerton College Drone Lab will be partnering with the Shark Lab at Cal State University Long Beach, more specifically with Grad Student Patrick Rex, to assist with his master’s research.
Cosmetology teaches the art behind the glamour
The Fullerton Cosmetology Department teaches more skills than just hair cutting, hair styling, and manicures. This program has more beneath the surface to help teach students the skills they will need for the real world. The Cosmetology program consists of five levels that students go through. Level one teaches the basics and introduces them to different techniques, such as how to hold and use scissors properly, so they don’t hurt themselves in the long run.
December 8, 2019 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Cosmetology teaches the art behind the glamour The Cosmetology Department at Fullerton College is more than it first appears. Read More Around The Hornet: Lakers have best start in four decades The Lakers are having their best season since the mid-eighties and fans are starting to think this new Lakers squad has what it takes to go all the way and compete for a title Read More Opinion: Do schools actually kill creativity?
Opinion: Polyamory is a non-traditional option for love
In a changing world that has begun actively accepting people for the sexual orientation they identify with, there is still some stigmatization against the type of relationship people engage in. Monogamy is something everyone is familiar with, but not the only option available. It has been the only relationship type that is widely accepted and encouraged in the United States. People chose monogamy believing they can only be with one person.
December 6, 2019 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Opinion: Polyamory is a non-traditional option for love Monogamy isn’t the only option available in today’s world, some are choosing the option of polyamory. Read More Fullerton’s best study spots for finals With finals coming around the corner studying becomes a priority for students. Time becomes a race with the clock ticking against your study time. Read More
Around the Hornet: Hockey fans throw the weirdest things
Throwing things in celebration, anger, and just because, has always been part of human nature, whether it is related to sports or not. In some cases, the throwing of things becomes a tradition for a specific team or even an entire sports league. When it comes to traditions and odd things thrown on to a sports field, the fans of the National Hockey League (NHL) seem to have stepped up their game compared to other sports.
Around the Hornet: Are ethics being bent for a competitive edge in sports?
Has the urge to win in professional sports shoved ethics to side in favor of gaining a competitive edge above other teams? Recently, allegations of the MLB’s Houston Astros have been accused of stealing signs using unethical and illegal practices. The allegations come after former Houston Pitcher Mike Fiers detailed how the Astros used a camera in centerfield to relay signs to the dugout using a monitor. Embed from Getty Images However, have ethics been thrown aside?
Friday Night Shinai
The Friday Night Shinai is a group of people that meet up every Friday night at Twila Reid Park in Anaheim and practices various martial arts. The skill they primarily focus on is sword fighting. Every person on the field is at a different level of expertise, but they use this time to help improve skills and train new members of the group. The weapon used is a shinai, which is a practice sword made from four planks of bamboo that are fastened together.
November 15, 2019 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Friday Night Shinai The Fullerton Shinai group is still going strong, after the groups recent move to Twila Reid Park in Anaheim. Read More Review: ‘The Mandalorian’ Mandalorian starts off strong as the first original series by Disney+ Read More 2020 Presidential candidate Tom Steyer to speak at Fullerton College Billionaire Tom Steyer will attempt to validate his candidacy to become the 2020 Democratic presidential nominee during a town hall at Fullerton College on Saturday Nov. 16. Read More
Dice House Games: a local tabletop gaming shop in Fullerton
Dice House is a local business that was started by Tuan Le in April 2008 that primarily sells board games, tabletop role playing games and playing cards for “Magic the Gathering.” Le initially worked at The Game Castle, located in the shopping center across the street from his current store in Fullerton. After they closed down he had been in the business for so long that he wanted to open his own store close to the same community. Owner Tuan Le helping a customer at Dice House Games.
Munchie Monday Review: Clyde’s Hot Chicken
From portion size to seasoning, Clyde’s Hot Chicken is tender and packed full of flavor. Located just two blocks from Fullerton College on Harbor Boulevard, Clyde’s offers a small but well-done variety of chicken meals. Clyde’s Original Sandwich, is two crispy chicken tenders topped with their southern slaw and pickles all piled on a fluffy brioche bun. The chicken was moist, tender and crunchy.
The Hornets defense holds strong for a shut-out win
The Hornets break their tie streak Friday with a win in the second half against the Orange Coast College Pirates, 2-0. Holding a strong defense, the Hornets were determined towards victory through out the game. The defenders were quick on their feet, protecting their goal and were able to clear plays quickly. This prevented the Pirates from getting too close to score for the majority of the game.
Ebell in Santa Ana thrives and turns 125
Celebrating their 125th anniversary, the Santa Ana Chapter of the Ebell Society had an open house party welcoming all to come in and learn more about who they are. Established in 1876 by Dr. Adrian Ebell, the Ebell Society was created to provide a place for women to broaden their education and their scope of opportunity. Then in 1894, the Santa Ana chapter of Ebell was started by Mrs. W.
Munchie Monday Review: Calita Cafe
Offering milk teas and a variety of tasty snacks, Calita Café is located on the cross streets of Chapman Ave and Harbor Blvd and is walking distance from campus. Starting with their strawberry coconut milk tea, it was not overly sweet and had a smooth consistency. The strawberry flavor blended together well with the coconut milk and didn’t overpower the other flavors in the drink.
Halloween Activites around Fullerton College
With the spooky season of Halloween starting up, people are looking for places to get a good scare or just have some family fun. There are a variety of events happening here in Southern California and many of them are closer to Fullerton College than you think. Looking for some local fun in Fullerton? Start with the local ghost walk given by the North Orange County Paranormal Society. The starting point is at the Fullerton Museum, where groups will meet up at 5:30 p.m. for a meet and greet.
Munchie Monday Review: Rutabegorz
With sizeable portions and a variety of dishes to order, Rutabegorz offers flavor for everyone. This restaurant is located in a historic building off Pomona Ave in Downtown Fullerton, and is walking distance from Fullerton College. For a starter, the artichoke dip was served warm and chips piled on the plate next to it. The dip was creamy with a mild kick from the jalapeño mixed in with the artichoke chunks giving it a little bit of crunch.
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