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Serving the Fullerton Community Since 1922

The Hornet
Pedro Saravia

Pedro Saravia, News Editor

Pedro Saravia is the News Desk Editor for The Hornet Newspaper. He previously wrote for Inside Fullerton magazine. Pedro is a five-time award winning journalist. He received Meritorious recognition from JACC and second place for Sports Investigative Story from CMA for his work investigating Title IX issues at Fullerton College. Pedro has also won second place in Profile, second place in Photo Illustration and an honorable mention in Audio Podcast from JACC. Pedro enjoys going to the gym, playing and watching soccer, and hanging with his brother. He aspires to be a politics and sports reporter.

All content by Pedro Saravia
United by district, divided by rights

United by district, divided by rights

Natalia Fierro-Gomez, Sara Leon, Jake Rhodes, and Pedro Saravia
September 23, 2024
The Hornet’s Editorial Board (left to right) Quinn Cisneros, Pedro Saravia, Jake Rhodes and Sara Leon. Cisneros plans to attend CSUN, Saravia plans to attend CSUF, Leon is deciding between CSUF and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Rhodes still has one more year at Fullerton College.

Note from the Editors: One last farewell

Quinn Cisneros and Pedro Saravia
May 22, 2024
Fullerton College president Cynthia Olivio cuts the ribbon with Shana Charles and Kelly Robertson during the Crime Lab opening ceremony on Friday, May 17.

Forensic hands-on experience now available at Fullerton College

Pedro Saravia and Bryan Chavez
May 19, 2024
Freshman Jacob Larson throws the bat after flying out to right center in the fourth inning against Pasadena City College on May 4, 2024.

Postseason baseball buzzes on for Hornets

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
May 6, 2024
On Thursday, May 2, Faculty Senate voted to approve the Curriculum Committee's proposal of only Title 5 requirements to get an associate degree. This means PE, multicultural, and lifelong learning and self-development are no longer required.

Intensely debated change to associate degree requirements narrowly gets approved by Faculty Senate

Jake Rhodes and Pedro Saravia
May 3, 2024
Associate degree requirements: The topic dividing Fullerton College

Associate degree requirements: The topic dividing Fullerton College

Sara Leon, Dylan Arreola, Pedro Saravia, and Quinn Cisneros
May 1, 2024
The Fullerton College Career Center will host a job fair with on-the-spot hiring possibilities, open for all students on Tuesday, April 16, inside Cruz Reynoso Hall.

[Photo] Job Fair comes to Fullerton College with endless opportunities

Jamal A. Walker, Staff Reporter
April 15, 2024
The 2024-2025 FAFSA application process presented several issues with its new implementations. New simplifications in the systems attempt to fix those issues.

[Photo] FAFSA 2024-25: Unraveling the chaos

Natalia Fierro-Gomez, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2024
Plans are set to build a new Welcome Center that will host most student services that are currently in the 2000 building. The school has not defined the future of the 2000 building once it is empty.

New facilities are in the making at Fullerton College

Pedro Saravia and Ciara Gonzalez
March 19, 2024
The Fullerton College Health Center host RADCare Tuesdays every week. These meetings intend to create a safe space for students to share their problems with specialists and other peers.

[Photo] Mental health support is free at Fullerton College

Dylan Arreola, Staff Reporter
March 18, 2024
Sophomore RJ Banks becomes the leading scorer of the game as he leads his team into another 3C2A Quarterfinal at the home game against the Eagles on Saturday, March 9.

Hornets are back in the state’s Elite 8

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
March 10, 2024
A sign directs people were to vote on the voting center at the Fullerton public library on election day on Tuesday, March 5.

Updated Super Tuesday election results

Sara Leon, Jake Rhodes, Pedro Saravia, and Quinn Cisneros
March 5, 2024
California government quick guide to propositions front page for proposition 1. Proposition 1, supported by California Governor Gavin Newsom, claims it will home thousands of homeless veterans.

[Photo] Proposition 1: Debate over bonds for mental health and homelessness solutions in California

Natalia Fierro-Gomez, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2024
After seeing an impressive success rate, Fullerton College has decided to bring back winter session again following the conclusion of the Fall 2024 semester.

High enrollment brings winter intersession back for the next school year

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
February 19, 2024
Graduation applications are due on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.

Fill the page to walk the stage

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
February 14, 2024
The Fullerton College Office of Campus Communications has recently informed the community that the campus will be open amidst warnings of flooding in several Southern California counties.

Fullerton College remains open amidst flooding threat for Orange County

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
February 4, 2024
Andrea Vazquez grew up in Downey, California with her mother, her father and her sister.

Andrea Vazquez: Devoted daughter who aspired to be a fashion icon

Guadalupe Gonzalez and Pedro Saravia
December 4, 2023
After The Covid-19 pandemic, several studies show that Gen Zs and Millennials had their mental health affected due to various factors such as economic issues, social media and more.

Millennials and Gen Z look for answers facing America’s mental health crisis

Che Womack and Pedro Saravia
December 3, 2023
The Diversity Advisory Committee has proposed new mural art to be painted by Fullerton College Art students on campus. This aims to increase representation and create a sense of belonging for students coming from different cultural backgrounds.

[Photo] Cultural art murals are in the works at Fullerton College

Ciara Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
December 6, 2023
According to the Dean of Enrollment and member of FC's APIDA support team, Albert Abutin, a new APIDA Center set to open in the 100 building during spring semester, 2024.

Fullerton College APIDA Student Forum gives students a voice

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
November 28, 2023
Staff members of The Hornet Newspaper and Inside Fullerton Magazine pose with their JACC awards at the Southern California Regional Conference for college journalists at California State University, Northridge on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.

National recognition for The Hornet

Quinn Cisneros and Pedro Saravia
November 21, 2023
A study gathered by University of La Merced, California, shows that 97% of students who went abroad during college find a job in their first year after graduation, compared to 47% of those who did not.

[Photo] Is it worth it to empty your wallet and go abroad?

Ciara Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2023
(From left to right) James Escobar, Chloe Serrano, and Hetvi Patel pose for a selfie in front of of the first generation student back drop at the college resource fair on Tuesday, Nov 7.

Fullerton College addresses common challenges first-generation students face

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
November 12, 2023
California Faculty Association members have a gathering at California State University, Fullerton on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023.

California Faculty United demand higher salary

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
November 9, 2023
The Israeli–Palestinian conflict is an ongoing military and political conflict in the Levant. It began in 1948, and it is one of the world's longest continuing conflicts.

Fear for the Homeland

CJ Womack, Matthew Gonzalez, and Pedro Saravia
November 7, 2023
With new programs continuing to be developed, artificial intelligence is generating a debate amongst students and professors at Fullerton College.

[Photo] Fullerton College debates its approach to artificial intelligence in education

Brian Mack, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2023
4-year university transfer advisors attend the Transfer Fair in Fullerton College's main quad on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023. They advise students on the process of transferring to their individual institutions.

[Photo] Here’s a guide for what transfer students need to know

Evelyn Salazar, Staff Reporter
October 23, 2023
Breaking News: Missing Fullerton College student has been found safe, police say

Breaking News: Missing Fullerton College student has been found safe, police say

Pedro Saravia, Sara Leon, and Jake Rhodes
October 20, 2023
Current US Senate candidate and news anchor Christina Pascucci gives her speech at The Hornet Centennial dinner on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. Pascucci is part of the advisory committee of the Fullerton College Journalism program.

Fullerton College journalism department celebrates 100 years of excellence

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
October 19, 2023
Freshman forward Hayden Kenny battles for possession against Cypress College at home on Oct. 13, 2023.

Hornets’ striker gives the fans a show as they topple the Chargers

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
October 14, 2023
Three male teens were arrested after 6 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 13 for allegedly assaulting a Campus Safety officer on campus near Cruz Reynoso Hall. A tomahawk axe was found on one of the alleged assailants.

Breaking News: Campus Safety officer assaulted in the quad

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
October 13, 2023
Adjunct Faculty United Local 61062 and NOCCCD reached an agreement over health care benefits to part time instructors on May 12, 2023.

Health care benefits application deadline approaches for Adjunct Faculty

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
October 12, 2023
Almost three weeks ago, President Joe Biden proclaimed that Sept. 25 to Oct.1 would be National Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week.

[Photo] Fullerton College works to improve AANAPI student support

Guadalupe Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2023
"Mellow into Midterms" encouraged students to relieve stress prior to midterm exams. The event offered various activities from Oct. 2 to Oct. 5, 2023.

[Photo] How President Cynthia Olivo plans to push away stress from FC students

Bela Penn, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2023
Fullerton College president Cynthia Olivo assists Dolores Huerta as they walk back from the stage at Olivo's Investiture ceremony on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023.

Civil rights icon Dolores Huerta celebrates President Cynthia Olivo

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
October 1, 2023
Fullerton College President Cynthia Olivo (left) introduces California State Treasurer Fiona Ma (right) to the public present at the "Perspectives on Women in Leadership" event on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023.

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma visits Fullerton College

Brian Mack and Pedro Saravia
September 28, 2023
Executive Director for the RP Group Darla Cooper speaking at the African American Transfer Tipping Point Presentation on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023.

Inclusive academic counseling suggested for Fullerton College’s African American students

Pedro Saravia and Jose Vazquez
September 27, 2023
Young adults are the most vulnerable group to the national fentanyl crisis. Local officials and organizations work to educate college students in Orange County.

[Photo] State officials look to provide support amidst fentanyl crisis

Guadalupe Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
September 25, 2023
Fullerton College President Cynthia Olivo hires Marcia Foster as New Senior Coordinator of Athletics on Sept. 15, 2023.

New Senior Coordinator of Athletics appointed at Fullerton College

Pedro Saravia and Quinn Cisneros
September 22, 2023
Deferred Action for Children Arrivals (DACA) temporally protects undocumented migrants in The United States, without an offered path to documentation.

[Photo] Opinion: Neither terminating or extending DACA will help Dreamers and their families

Pedro Saravia and Sara Leon
September 20, 2023
New Interim Dean of Counseling and Student Development, Elsa Perez, looks to make her mark in a limited time here on campus.

Meet Elsa Perez, the new Interim Dean of Counseling

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
September 20, 2023
Club hosts Janet Polanco and Nicole Swanye welcome students at Fullerton College's Undocu Chats event on Wednesday, Sept. 13 2023. (Jose Vazquez)

Hornets share their goals as undocumented students

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
September 14, 2023
California State Governor Gavin Newsom (middle) alongside (left to right) Assembly member Rick Chavez Zbur, President pro Tempore Toni Atkins, Senator Susan Eggman and Assembly member Christoper Ward, for SB 447 signing on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023(left to right.)

Hornets can now fly to formerly banned states with government funding

Guadalupe Gonzalez and Pedro Saravia
September 14, 2023
Cadena Cultural Center assistant Samantha Cruz listens to attendees suggestions at the Cadena Conversations public discussion on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023.

[Photo] Ven! Let’s talk about it!

Guadalupe Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
September 12, 2023
Fullerton College students will be offered remote courses in a winter intersession lasting from Dec. 18, 2023, to Jan. 19, 2024.

[Photo] Winter classes will arrive at Fullerton College this year

Romina Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
September 11, 2023
Fullerton College experienced an increase in student, full time student and class enrollment as of Friday, Sept.8, 2023.

[Photo] Fullerton College experiences a significant increase in enrollment

Evelyn Salazar, Staff Reporter
September 9, 2023
Art Club displays artistic options at Fullerton College's Club Rush, on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.

Associated Students display clubs and opportunities

Ciara Gonzalez and Pedro Saravia
September 7, 2023
Fullerton College President Cynthia Olivo speaks to those gathered before the screening of of Cruz Reynoso's documentary on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023.

Fullerton College faculty and students join Dr. Olivo at the screening of “Cruz Reynoso: Sowing the Seeds of Justice”

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
September 2, 2023
Fullerton College students receive one $100 book voucher to be used at the school's bookstore until Sept. 5, 2023.

[Photo] Fullerton College offers new textbook aid to students enrolled in fall semester

Brandon Kearney, Staff Reporter
September 1, 2023
In contrast to the previous NOCCCD meeting, most public comments in this Aug. 22 meeting came from people with conservative views that arrived from within the district boundaries and outside of them.

New NOCCCD flag policy supporting marginalized groups moves forward

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
August 24, 2023
Fullerton College's operated radio station 90.1 KBPK went off the air on Aug. 9, 2023, after 51 years of live broadcasting.

90.1 KBPK goes off of the FM airwaves permanently after 51 years

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
August 20, 2023
Attendees at the NOCCCD Board of Trustees meeting listen intently as the anti-flag resolution is being discussed by public speakers on Tuesday, Jul. 25, 2023

NOCCCD Board of Trustees rules against anti-flag resolution

Pedro Saravia, News Editor
July 29, 2023
New textbook program proposed for fall 2023 claims to lower book costs for students, but many are against it. Photo credit: Gerardo Chagolla

NOCCCD hopes to increase enrollment with reduced-cost textbooks program

Pedro Saravia and Gerardo Chagolla
May 16, 2023
Fullerton dugout celebrates their win as they run to Michael Curatolo after he records the final out for the Hornets, getting the job done. Photo credit: Yasmin Sotelo

From the brink of death, the Hornets revive to sting the Monarchs twice and advance to the SoCal Regional Finals

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
May 14, 2023
Freshman outfielder Diego Franco gets ready to hit the ball in the Hornets vs Monarchs at home Friday, May 12, 2023. Photo credit: Pedro Saravia

Hornets lose Game One to the Monarchs

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
May 13, 2023
Elected A.S. President Isaac Choi and elected A.S. Student Trustee Chloe Serrano take a moment to smile during class days after their wins on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Photo credit: Gerardo Chagolla

2023 A.S. election has higher turnout than past semesters

Pedro Saravia and Dana Rose Crystal
May 11, 2023
No.13 Fullerton College hits the road to Rancho Cucamonga to face No.12 Chaffey College in a best of 3 SoCal Regional Playoff Baseball series. Photo credit: Jake Rhodes

Playoff Preview: Hornets aim to sting the Panthers twice on the road

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
May 5, 2023
Erasing college debt and making college tuition free for all is more complex than what many people think. Photo credit: Sara Leon

Opinion: Free higher education risks becoming too costly for Americans

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
April 30, 2023
Sophomore right hand pitcher Freddy Castaneda pitched six innings in his start on Friday, April 28, 2023 during at a home game against the Dons. Photo credit: Gerardo Chagolla

Hornets lose series finale, but still qualify for the playoffs

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
April 29, 2023
Video: Narcan training on campus

Video: Narcan training on campus

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
April 28, 2023
Freshmen center fielder Britton Beeson celebrates with sophomore catcher Haku Dudoit (left) and sophomore right fielder Isaiah Marquez (right) after smashing a home run against Golden West at Fullerton College on Saturday April 15, 2023. Photo credit: Yasmin Sotelo

Hornets ride past the Rustlers

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
April 16, 2023
Fullerton College softball team stretches before practice. Some players are frustrated with lack of equivalent facilities. Photo credit: Gerardo Chagolla

Hornets Softball feels potential Title IX issues arising

Jake Rhodes, Pedro Saravia, and Quinn Cisneros
April 10, 2023
Hornets use maximum effort to keep the rally alive vs. Riverside City at Huntington Beach Newland Courts on April 7, 2023. Photo credit: Yasmin Sotelo

Hornets try their best, but are shot down by the Lasers and mauled by the Tigers

Pedro Saravia, Staff Writer
April 8, 2023
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