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Also on today's calendar: DFC Expo Fall 2026 and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Marshall B. Ketchum University Honors Alumni With 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards (visionmonday.com) — Marshall B. Ketchum University recently honored 11 alumni and its Vietnam War–era class of 1966 during its 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony at the Fullerton Arboretum. Local readers may recognize community-connected honorees and the strong ties to regional eye care, education, and military service that continue to shape the university's role in Fullerton and beyond.
2. Post-Graduation Success Surveys and Other Data (fullerton.edu) — Cal State Fullerton is rolling out a broad post-graduation success initiative under its Fullerton Forward strategic plan, defining success far beyond just landing a job. For local students and alumni, new surveys and data efforts will track employment, financial stability, well-being, and community connections, shaping how CSUF supports Titans living and working in and around Fullerton.
3. Center for Real Estate forum to highlight AI and evolving industry trends (fullerton.edu) — Cal State Fullerton is hosting its first Residential Real Estate Forum on November 13, giving local agents and brokers a chance to learn about AI tools, new regulations, and shifting consumer expectations. With state real estate leaders and CSUF experts presenting, Fullerton-area professionals can network, earn insights on compliance, and explore strategies to stay competitive in Orange County's housing market.
4. Lauvers Show Up for Laufey Book Club Library Cards (ilovelibraries.org) — Fullerton Public Library just set an all-time single-day record by issuing 717 library cards in about four hours during a special Laufey Book Club promotion. Lines wrapped around City Hall as fans of all ages grabbed limited-edition cards and joined a themed craft night, underscoring how much Fullerton residents still value their local library.
5. CSUN Hosts Long Beach State, Cal State Fullerton in Big West Play (gomatadors.com) — Cal State Fullerton's women's volleyball team heads to Northridge this weekend, facing CSUN on Saturday after a Friday match at Cal State Bakersfield. Local fans can stream the Big West action on ESPN+ and track how standout freshman hitter Bella Risling and the Titans respond after a recent skid in conference play.
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