Foundation in the Media | Citrus College

a visitor views framed watercolor paintings by chris van winkle in the citrus college art gallery

Hidden Works Honor an Artistic Legacy

November 5, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Four collections of previously unseen work celebrate Chris Van Winkle's life as a painter, teacher and mentor, with exhibition proceeds supporting a Citrus College Foundation memorial scholarship.

a student speaker addresses guests from a citrus college podium during the foundation's scholarship reception, with orange, white and blue balloons behind him

Student Stories Highlight Donor Impact

October 1, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Students and donors came together as the Citrus College Foundation awarded about $120,000 in scholarships, celebrated a Kennedy Center intern and introduced a new memorial scholarship recipient.

large textured ceramic vessel displayed on a pedestal in an art gallery, with another vessel and visitors in the background

Faculty Creativity Goes on Display

September 12, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

From ceramics to digital storytelling, "Under the Influence" showcased work by 21 Citrus College art instructors, revealing the ideas that shape their creativity while encouraging students to discover inspiration of their own.

two citrus college cosmetology students smile while holding a first-place avant-garde award from the galactic heroes and villains hair show

Bold Designs Bring the Runway to Life

June 4, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Hair, makeup, costumes, music and stagecraft transformed the Haugh into a student-powered spectacle, as Citrus College's annual Hair Show celebrated creativity, built confidence and supported future activities.

citrus college scholarship recipient holds a certificate beside orange, white and blue balloons during the foundation's scholarship reception

Investing in Dreams, Honoring Generosity

October 2, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Students, alumni and donors celebrated the Promise of Education as the Citrus College Foundation awarded $140,000 in scholarships and recognized the community support behind student achievement.

five people stand together in front of the dr. john w. cassey faculty enrichment honor wall at citrus college

A Gift Rooted in Teaching and Service

July 6, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

An educator's influence extends far beyond the classroom through Dr. John W. Cassey's $1.3 million bequest, creating scholarships and supporting faculty development and academic opportunities at Citrus College.

a man and woman stand beside harmonica for vets promotional materials and boxed harmonicas at citrus college

A Musical Gift Benefits Student Veterans

April 2, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Through Harmonica for Vets, alumni and volunteers sold donated instruments at nearly 30 events, raising almost $20,000 for the Veterans Success Center while giving harmonicas to veterans and troops.

scholarship recipients hold certificates during the citrus college foundation scholarship reception and donor appreciation celebration

Donor Support Shapes Student Futures

October 2, 2017 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

More than 200 Citrus College students received over $125,000 in scholarships during the Foundation's eighth annual reception, celebrating donors, community support and the promise of a new academic year.

group of citrus college administrators community and business leaders standing together on campus steps outside a college building

Foundation Shares the Campus Experience

April 4, 2017 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Local leaders saw Citrus College in action during Community Day, with presentations on academics, student support, performing arts and facilities, followed by a walking tour of key campus locations.

citrus college faculty and staff sort canned food donations reusable bags and raffle tickets at an outdoor holiday giving event supporting the campus food pantry

Giving Season Reaches Across Campus

February 10, 2017 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

One holiday season, three forms of support: Citrus College employees adopted children in student families, restocked the campus food pantry and joined a Foundation effort that delivered more than 50 gift cards to veterans.