MEET THE AUTHOR: Ken Khachigian
Engaging Students PD
Join Ken Khachigian, Chief Speechwriter to Ronald Reagan and advisor to both Reagan and Nixon, as he unveils Behind Closed Doors: In the Room with Reagan & Nixon. In his memoir, Khachigian shares insider stories and rare insights from his years alongside these presidential icons, detailing key moments in the Oval Office and Nixon's post-Watergate resurgence.
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Organization: Associated Students Glendale College. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz5bpFimtOVhnryBD__DfFGP0a3Kome2OtM3XCwMr2zvOoMA/viewform. Point Person Contact Name: Claudia Juan. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Please list External Presenter: Ken Khachigian. Categories: FLEX Approved, CPGU Approved.
Monday, November 25, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Buena Vista Science Center 101.
Glendale College Oxfam Hunger Banquet
Engaging Students PD
A hunger banquet is designed to help attendees understand global hunger issues. Attendees will randomly select a card and be assigned and fed a meal typical of that income level. Join us on November 26, 2024, from 12:30 - 2:00 PM in Student Center 212 and see hunger in a new way.
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Organization: Title V. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/MTY5WjaJQfvAPHEr9. Point Person Contact Name: David Crawford. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX Approved, CPGU Approved.
Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Student Center 212.
Housing Support for Community College Students
Engaging Students PD
KAN Off The Street Inc. is excited to announce a Resource Workshop dedicated to supporting community college students who are experiencing homelessness. This event aims to provide essential information, resources, and support to help students navigate their challenging circumstances and achieve stability and success in their educational pursuits.
The workshop will feature a series of presentations and interactive sessions led by city and county resource personnel who specialize in services for homeless individuals especially students in Community colleges. Topics covered will include:
Housing Assistance Programs: Information on emergency shelters, transitional housing, and affordable housing options available for students in community colleges
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Organization: Real Estate. Registration Link: https://visionresourcecenter.foundationccc.org/. Point Person Contact Name: Ebenezer "Kofi" Peprah. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Ebenezer Kofi Peprah. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Please list External Presenter: LAHSA Representative. Name of Organization: Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority. Categories: FLEX Approved, CPGU Approved.
Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Zoom, Buena Vista Science Center 101.
Mathematics in Antiquity:The Art of Calculation in the Ancient World
Engaging Students PD
In his lecture, Dr. Djrbashian will explore the calculation techniques employed by different ancient civilizations. Despite the considerable differences from modern methods, these early techniques allowed for impressive accomplishments that remain noteworthy even by today’s advanced standards.
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Organization: Science Lecture Series. Point Person Contact Name: Nare Garibyan. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Dr. Ashot Djrbashian. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students.
Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Buena Vista Science Center 101.
Planetarium Show
Engaging Students PD
The GCC Planetarium is offering weekly 1/2 hour star shows open to everyone. Each week we will explore a different topic in Astronomy.
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Organization: Planetarium. Registration Link: https://visionresourcecenter.foundationccc.org/. Point Person Contact Name: Barbara Falkowski. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX Approved.
Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
Cimmarusti Science Center 257*.
Planetarium Show
Engaging Students PD
The GCC Planetarium is offering weekly 1/2 hour star shows open to everyone. Each week we will explore a different topic in Astronomy.
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Organization: Planetarium. Registration Link: https://visionresourcecenter.foundationccc.org/. Point Person Contact Name: Barbara Falkowski. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX Approved.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
Cimmarusti Science Center 257*.
GCC & We - Our History, Our Legacy
Building Belonging PD
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SR 138 Kreider Hall and Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/j/87574449835
Let's Discover GCC’s Rich History and Strengthen Our Connection
Learning about the College’s history isn’t just about the past, it’s an opportunity for us to enrich our role/s in the present. Understanding our legacy will help us foster a deeper sense of belonging, strengthening collaboration across all employee groups, and informing future decision-making. By exploring Glendale Community College's milestones, challenges, and triumphs, we will gain insights that we empower us to better advocate for the college's mission, inspire us to innovate, and celebrate the vital role we all play in shaping its future. Join us in honoring our shared journey in building a stronger, more connected community!
Organization: Professional Development. Point Person Contact Name: Christopher Franz. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Mike Eberts, Ed Karpp. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX Approved, CPGU Approved.
Thursday, December 5, 2024, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
San Rafael Building 138 - Kreider Hall.
First Friday Adjunct Lounge
Growing Your Potential PD
This First Friday Adjunct Loung: Guild Edition is the annual meeting where the GCC Guild Executive Committee addresses important changes in policies and procedures, for example, the upcoming insurance benefits for part-time/adjunct educators, FLEX/PLAY, and more. There will be time for Questions during the 2-hour meeting.
Organization: Adjunct Faculty. Point Person Contact Name: George Tatevossian. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Juliann Wolfgram. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Growing Your Potential. Zoom Meeting Link (if applicable): https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/j/86590838473.
Friday, December 6, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Zoom.
Planetarium Show
Engaging Students PD
The GCC Planetarium is offering weekly 1/2 hour star shows open to everyone. Each week we will explore a different topic in Astronomy.
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Organization: Planetarium. Registration Link: https://visionresourcecenter.foundationccc.org/. Point Person Contact Name: Barbara Falkowski. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX Approved.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
Cimmarusti Science Center 257*.
Counseling Academic Information Session
Growing Your Potential PD
The Student Services Division consistently organizes Counselor Academic Info Session Trainings to enhance the professional development of our counselors. These sessions are a key component of our ongoing commitment to provide high-quality support to our students.
During these trainings, we invite a diverse group of speakers, including instructional faculty, administrators, and external experts, to present on a variety of relevant and timely topics. These presentations offer our counselors valuable insights into the latest trends, strategies, and best practices in education, student support, and career development.
By bringing together professionals from different areas of expertise, we aim to create a dynamic and collaborative learning environment that ultimately benefits our entire academic community.
Organization: Academic Counseling. Registration Link: https://visionresourcecenter.foundationccc.org/. Point Person Contact Name: Richard Cortes. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Growing Your Potential. Categories: FLEX Approved.
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Zoom, Sierra Vista 364 - Vaquero Success Center Internal Classroom.