CSUF AdClub

Thanks for getting creative with us at our AdClub x GCAC Creative Bootcamp!

CSUF AdClub proudly hosted and led this Creative Bootcamp in downtown Santa Ana, bringing together students and industry professionals for a hands-on creative experience at the Grand Central Art Center and The Frida Cinema.

Centered around a real-world brief from Travel Santa Ana, participants were challenged to capture the spirit of Santa Ana in just a few powerful words. Working alongside marketing professionals, our members developed and pitched original concepts that reflected the city’s culture, energy, and identity.

A huge thank you to our partners, Grand Central Art Center, John Spiak, The Frida Cinema, and AAFOC, for helping to make this experience possible. Special thanks to Brittani McCullough for coordinating our incredible group of mentors.

We are also grateful to our mentors who guided and supported our members throughout the process:

Steve Harbour (), Erin Wang (), Leah Nesje (), Nicolette Pineda (.pineda), Elsa Gallardo (), Jill Richardson (), Ivan Gonzalez (), Torrey Tayenaka ()

And thank you to our judges for their time and insight:

John D. Spiak, Director/Chief Curator, Grand Central Art Center
Maria Gonzalez, Content & Community Engagement Manager for Travel Santa Ana
Bekah Phillips, Director of Marketing at the Frida Cinema

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our final AdClub event of the year. We are proud to create spaces where creativity, collaboration, and community come together.

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Hey AdClub members!

This is your chance to step inside Traffik Global Advertising. Get hands on with the advertising work environment and experience real behind the scenes strategy. See campaigns with brands like the Los Angeles Lakers, Uber Freight, and more!

Date: Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Time: 4PM-6PM

Make sure to wear Business Casual attire and please only RSVP if you are fully committed so we can finalize the guest list.

REMINDER: This is a MEMBER EXCLUSIVE event!

Thanks for joining us at The AdClub Awards!

The night was full of excitement, community, and pride for all of our AdClub members that were recognized for their incredible work in advertising.

A very special thank you to all of the CSUF AdClub alumni, CSUF College of Communications staff, and advertising industry professionals for attending and serving as our judging committee for this award show: Miriam Torres, Reina Pelky, Courtney Lambe, Allison Imler, Cristian Flores and Mary Ann Lehn!

But the semester isn’t over for AdClub!

RSVPs for our Creative Bootcamp at the Grand Central Art Center are filling up fast! This immersive exhibition of creativity is happening on April 29th from 12:15-5:30pm.

Secure your spot using the link in our bio!

Here are the winners of the first ever CSUF AdClub Awards!

The CSUF AdClub Awards is a unique opportunity to honor the talent and hard work of our CSUF AdClub members. Judged by a panel of AdClub alumni and industry professionals, the event aims to commemorate projects beyond a grade in a classroom or a spot in a portfolio.

Congratulations to this year’s AdClub Award Winners:
Sara Gallardo-Treto - Best Copywriting
Jacob Medina - Best Social Media Ad
Erik Renteria - Most Creative Concept
Nicolene Steenkamp - Best Visual Design AND People’s Choice Award

Thank you to everyone who submitted work for consideration, and thank you for attending our last in-person AdClub event of the year!

If you haven’t already, make sure to RSVP to our final event of year, our GCAC Creative Bootcamp! It’s taking place on April 29th from 12:15-5:30pm in Santa Ana. Transportation to the event is required and included with your RSVP.

See you there!

Here are the winners for the first ever CSUF AdClub Awards!

The CSUF AdClub Awards is a unique opportunity to honor the talent and hard work of CSUF AdClub members. The event aims to commemorate projects that typically wouldn’t see the light of day outside the classroom or a portfolio.

Congratulations to the following winners:
Sara Gallardo-Treto - Best Copywriting
Jacob Medina - Best Social Media Ad
Erik Renteria - Most Creative Concept
Nicolene Steenkamp - Best Visual Design AND People’s Choice Award

Thank you to everyone who submitted work for consideration and for everyone who attended our last on-campus event of the year!

If you haven’t yet, make sure to RSVP to our FINAL event, our GCAC Creative Bootcamp, which is taking place on April 29th from 12:15-5:30pm. Transportation to Santa Ana with the club is required and included with your RSVP!

See you there!

On April 29th, the AdClub x GCAC Creative Bootcamp takes you beyond the classroom and into Santa Ana’s Art District. This timeline breaks down the full experience from start to finish.

Throughout the day, you’ll be fully immersed in a high energy and fast paced creative environment. You’ll collaborate with industry professionals, work alongside other creatives, and develop real campaign ideas in a hands on setting.

Tickets are selling out fast, secure your spot now!!

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RSVPs for our Comm Week event at the Grand Central Art Center are NOW OPEN through the link in our bio!🙌

Spots are limited, so RSVP ASAP to secure your spot!

Join a live, student-led creative experience where you’ll collaborate with industry professionals to develop real campaign ideas in the heart of Santa Ana’s Art District.

Through a guided walking tour, you’ll explore the neighborhood, engage with local businesses, and gather inspiration firsthand.

You’ll work in teams, partnering directly with an industry professional to bring ideas to life, present your concepts to a panel of judges, and build meaningful connections throughout the day!

If you’re ready to step into something real, RSVP today using the link in our bio!