Homecoming raises awareness, fun

The Hornets rallied together to celebrate the Ahola- themed homecoming Wednesday on the Quad.

The event also hosted the Great American Smokeout, to educate students on the dangers of tobacco use.

Live entertainment, Polynesian dancers, club booths and "Aloha" spirit were all featured at the event held from 10 a.m. to 1p.m.

The first 750 students with A.S. benefits were greeted with a free lunch.

According to A.S. Senator Javier Gamez, the purpose of the event is to promote Fullerton College spirit and encourage students to attend the school's homecoming football game against Mt. Sac.

Several campus clubs, including the Muslim Club and Alpha Gamma Sigma, joined the event with their informative booths.

"We are here introducing what Islam is really about…to open [student's] minds and educate people about the religion," said Ramina Khanieour, Muslim Club member.

Alpha Gamma Sigma held a fundraiser at their booth, donating 10% of the proceeds to the A.S. CareBank.

Following the day's pep rally, an evening celebration in the Student Center, was held for evening students.

The Student Center was adorned with Hawaiian themed décor, balloons and was hosted by a dj.

A.S offered free food to the first 300 students and raffled tickets towards prizes for guests. Prizes included two Medieval Times tickets, four passes to the Brea Improv, two tickets to AMC Theaters, and an IPod Docking Entertainment System.

All prizes were donated by ICC, A.S., and the FC Bookstore.

"We try to connect different students and programs on campus, so why not get a chance through free food or live entertainment to sponsor or encourage our football players," said A.S President Maria Duque.

The Associated Students, Inter-Club Council and Student Affairs organized the homecoming events.

Great Smokeout 

Health Services, with the help of A.S hosted the annual Great American Smokeout. 

"[It is] an event that different colleges nationwide do to promote students to stop smoking," said Health Educator Deanna Farsakh, who has directed the event for the past eight years.

Farsakh stated that partnering with the homecoming pep rally provides a larger audience for the ‘Smokeout' cause.

Approximately 15 students vocalized interest in signing up for the free smoking cessation service offered by the Health Center.

Community agencies such as La Familia, Nicotine Anonymous and the Anaheim Regional Medical Center hosted information tables at the Smokeout, educating students about of the effects smoking can have on a person's health.

Farsakh stated that there has been a large increase in the number of FC students students within the past three years.