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Noncredit ESL Assessment Pilot Information Meeting

Data, Feedback, & Assessment PD This is an information meeting for those teachers who are interested in the Assessment Choice Pilot in Noncredit ESL.  This is only for Noncredit ESL instructors.  You can fill out the interest form for the pilot here. Monday, November 17 - Hyflex in TR 305 12:15-1:30, Monday, November 24 - Zoom Only 3:30-3:45. Organization: E S L Noncredit Division. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Data, Feedback & Assessment. Zoom Meeting Link (if applicable): https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/j/98523315406?pwd=QkltUi96TUs5YWdqeXJmVzlXdXZ0UT09. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Margaret Richer and Tiffany Ingle. Which campus is your event taking place? Garfield. Monday, November 17, 2025, 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM. Tropico Building 305, Zoom.

De-escalation Techniques Workshop

Engaging Students PD , At this workshop, staff will learn practical strategies to recognize and respond effectively to escalating behaviors in students and colleagues. Participants will explore the connection between mental health and communication, gain tools for reducing tension and preventing crises, and practice evidence-based de-escalation techniques that promote safety and empathy. Led by Dr. Nicolas Beliz from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, this session equips participants to approach challenging situations with confidence, professionalism, and care. Organization: Professional Development. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Please list External Presenter: Dr. Nicolas Beliz. Monday, November 17, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Mariposa Building 103 - Community Room.

IEW 2025 - Immigration 101: What Noncredit Students Need to Know

Engaging Students PD Immigration 101: What Noncredit Students Need to Know, 6-7 pm, MP 103 or Zoom:  https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso   Flex & CPGU Approved. Register in the VRC.   Immigration attorney, Cynthia Lucas, will help students stay “in the know“ on the current state of immigration in the US, specifically as it relates to United for Ukraine, TPS, paths to greencards, and undocumented student concerns.   Globally-inspired snacks provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste and submit your questions for Cynthia in advance.     Sponsored by a generous Glendale College Foundation Grant.   See all International Education Week events at www.glendale.edu/iew  . Organization: International Student Office, Garfield Campus. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Please list External Presenter: Cynthia Lucas. Monday, November 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Mariposa Building 103 - Community Room.

IEW 2025 - Passport to Possibilities: Study Abroad at GCC

Engaging Students PD Passport to Possibilities: Study Abroad at GCC, 3:30 pm, Library Rotunda & Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso   Flex Approved. Register in the VRC.   You got a glimpse at lunch, now come learn the details about Study Abroad at GCC! Faculty will spotlight the details of each offering. We’ll also discuss financial aid & scholarship opportunities. Globally-inspired snacks provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste.   Sponsored by a generous Glendale College Foundation Grant.   See all International Education Week events at www.glendale.edu/iew  . Organization: International Student Office, Study Abroad. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Kevin Mack & Others. Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Library Building 300 - Verdugo Campus Library.

Safety Guidelines

Engaging Students PD By Chief Gary J. Montecuollo, . Organization: College Police, E S L Noncredit Division. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Gary J. Montecuollo. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Mariposa Building 103 - Community Room.

Team Internship Community of Practice

Engaging Students PD The Team Internship Community of Practice (TIP CoP) will meet six times during the course of the Fall semester to engage in inquiry that will focus on how to improve the course and more fully institutionalize the Team Internship program.  The conversation will include current and future INT 51 Faculty Coaches along with past Student Interns and Peer Mentors.  Each session will focus on different topics that are relevant to the INT 51 class sessions offered this semester. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Alice Martinez, Rae Ridgway, Cynthia Vazquez, Stephanie Yau, Karen Swett. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Sierra Vista 105 - Faculty Innovation Center.

Web Content Cleanup & Accessibility

Technology & Innovation PD In preparation for the new GCC website, this hands-on workshop will address the web content cleanup process and address the principles of creating accessible content on the web. Organization: Web Oversight Committee. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Patricia Chamroonrat, Frankie Strong. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. San Rafael Building 312.

SII Presents: End The Stigma

Building Belonging PD Please join us for the opportunity for faculty and staff to gain a better understanding of our Rising Scholars Student and how stigma impacts their academic success. Organization: Rising Scholars. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Rising Scholars. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. Sierra Vista Building 235.

IEW 2025: An International Student’s Perspective at GCC

Building Belonging PD An International Student’s Perspective at GCC, 2-3 pm, Sierra Vista 280 & Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso   Flex & CPGU Approved. Register in the VRC.   Learn what its REALLY like to be a #gccintl student firsthand from students who experience it! This interactive panel will also take questions from the audience. Globally-inspired snacks provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste.   Sponsored by a generous Glendale College Foundation Grant.    See all International Education Week events at www.glendale.edu/iew. Organization: International Student Office. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Nusha Shishegar, various international students. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Sierra Vista Building 279*, Sierra Vista Building 280*.

IEW 2025: On the Immigration Horizon

Building Belonging PD On the Immigration Horizon, 3:30-4:30 pm, Sierra Vista 280 & Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso   Flex & CPGU Approved. Register in the VRC.   Immigration attorney, Avi Friedman, will provide an update on the current state of immigration in the US, specifically as it relates to F-1 students, H-1B, and greencards. , Globally-inspired snacks provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste and to submit questions for Avi.   Sponsored by a generous Glendale College Foundation Grant.    See all International Education Week events at www.glendale.edu/iew.  . Organization: International Student Office. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Nusha Shishegar & Avi Friedman. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Sierra Vista Building 279*, Sierra Vista Building 280*.

IEW 2025: "A Walk Around the Globe" TinyTalks

Building Belonging PD “A Walk Around the Globe” TinyTalks, 12:30-1:30 pm, Buena Vista 101 or Zoom: glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso  Featuring Speakers from around the GCC campus  Flex & CPGU Approved. Register in the VRC.   The “A Walk Around the Globe” TinyTalks will see members of the GCC community provide a presentation of up to 15-minutes in length on a topic of global nature. All topics in this mini-conference format will promote learning, build intrigue, and encourage conversations that matter.   Globally-inspired lunch provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste. Sponsored by a generous Glendale College Foundation Grant.    See all International Education Week events at www.glendale.edu/iew.    . Organization: International Student Office. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: TBD. Thursday, November 20, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. Zoom, Buena Vista Science Center 101.

NAHM: Indigenous Short Films Screening

Building Belonging PD Native American Heritage Month: Short Films Screening, Thursday, Nov. 20. 12:30pm-1:30pm San Gabriel (SG) 334, Join GCC’s own Film and Media Arts Instructor, Carley Steiner, for an on- campus event celebrating short films. A curated series of short films by Indigenous Filmmakers will be screened, followed by a discussion to think critically about the storytelling techniques, cultural influences, and historical contexts. Organization: Film, Television, and Media. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Carley Steiner. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Thursday, November 20, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. San Gabriel Building 334*.

IEW 2025: "Starting Over" - An Immigration Story

Building Belonging PD "Starting Over": An Immigration Story, 3:30-4:30 pm, Library Rotunda or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso, Flex & CPGU Approved. Register in the VRC.   Ever wondered what its REALLY like to immigrate to the US? Join us for a live discussion and discover what it takes to uproot to a new country and forge a uniquely diverse cultural identity.    See all International Education Week events at www.glendale.edu/iew. . Organization: International Student Office. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Building Belonging. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Paolo Banaag (confirmed), Arpi Amirian (tentative). Thursday, November 20, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom, Library Building 300 - Verdugo Campus Library.

Insights: Where Learning Happens

Data, Feedback, & Assessment PD , GCC is moving eLumen to Insights. This training will help faculty learn how to use Insights within Canvas. All faculty will have to learn how to set up learning outcome rubrics or add learning outcomes to an existing rubric.  It is helpful to be able to access Canvas on a computer during this workshop. Organization: Learning Outcome Committee. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Data, Feedback & Assessment. Zoom Meeting Link (if applicable): https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/j/89299531265. Categories: FLEX. Friday, November 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Zoom.

Accessibility & Inclusive Design: Zoom Best Practices

Technology & Innovation PD Presented by: Saša Stojic-Ito, Learn how to configure Zoom for accessibility, including captioning and inclusive facilitation strategies for virtual engagement. Organization: Professional Development. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU, GLOW UP. Please list External Presenter: Saša Stojic-Ito. Friday, November 21, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. Zoom.

Noncredit ESL Assessment Pilot Information Meeting

Data, Feedback, & Assessment PD This is an information meeting for those teachers who are interested in the Assessment Choice Pilot in Noncredit ESL.  This is only for Noncredit ESL instructors.  You can fill out the interest form for the pilot here. Monday, November 17 - Hyflex in TR 305 12:15-1:30, Monday, November 24 - Zoom Only 3:30-3:45. Organization: E S L Noncredit Division. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Data, Feedback & Assessment. Zoom Meeting Link (if applicable): https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/j/98523315406?pwd=QkltUi96TUs5YWdqeXJmVzlXdXZ0UT09. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Margaret Richer and Tiffany Ingle. Which campus is your event taking place? Garfield. Monday, November 24, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM. Tropico Building 305, Zoom.

Web Content Cleanup & Accessibility

Technology & Innovation PD In preparation for the new GCC website, this hands-on workshop will address the web content cleanup process and address the principles of creating accessible content on the web. Organization: Web Oversight Committee. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Patricia Chamroonrat, Frankie Strong. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. San Rafael Building 312.

Team Internship Community of Practice

Engaging Students PD The Team Internship Community of Practice (TIP CoP) will meet six times during the course of the Fall semester to engage in inquiry that will focus on how to improve the course and more fully institutionalize the Team Internship program.  The conversation will include current and future INT 51 Faculty Coaches along with past Student Interns and Peer Mentors.  Each session will focus on different topics that are relevant to the INT 51 class sessions offered this semester. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Alice Martinez, Rae Ridgway, Cynthia Vazquez, Stephanie Yau, Karen Swett. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Sierra Vista 105 - Faculty Innovation Center.

Web Content Cleanup & Accessibility

Technology & Innovation PD In preparation for the new GCC website, this hands-on workshop will address the web content cleanup process and address the principles of creating accessible content on the web. Organization: Web Oversight Committee. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Patricia Chamroonrat, Frankie Strong. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. San Rafael Building 312.

Plan and Advertise with 25Live!

Technology & Innovation PD Tired of sending countless emails trying to get people to come to your events? Did you know that 25Live can be used to not only reserve rooms but also to advertise to campus calendars and emails? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will learn to use 25Live to its full potential, whether you are creating an event for the whole campus or a specific group. This workshop is designed for 25Live users with basic knowledge of the system, though all levels are welcome to attend. (If you are new to 25Live and want to have user access, please email mmalandr@glendale.edu before the workshop so your access can be set up.). Organization: Professional Development. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. San Rafael Building 312.

Web Content Cleanup & Accessibility

Technology & Innovation PD In preparation for the new GCC website, this hands-on workshop will address the web content cleanup process and address the principles of creating accessible content on the web. Organization: Web Oversight Committee. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Patricia Chamroonrat, Frankie Strong. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. San Rafael Building 312.

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/. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Growing Your Potential. Categories: FLEX. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. Zoom, Sierra Vista 364 - Vaquero Success Center Internal Classroom.

Web Content Cleanup & Accessibility

Technology & Innovation PD In preparation for the new GCC website, this hands-on workshop will address the web content cleanup process and address the principles of creating accessible content on the web. Organization: Web Oversight Committee. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Technology & Innovation. Categories: FLEX, CPGU. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Patricia Chamroonrat, Frankie Strong. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. San Rafael Building 312.

Engaging Students Deep Dive

Engaging Students PD This four-day workshop invites faculty to explore strategies to deepen student engagement.  Each day will include design-time to develop classroom-ready strategies to help scaffold student independence and agency in learning.  Two days will be devoted to addressing the challenges and opportunities that AI bring to student engagement. Organization: Professional Development. Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/gccdeepdive. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Tiffany Ingle. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Monday, January 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Sierra Vista 105 - Faculty Innovation Center.

Engaging Students Deep Dive

Engaging Students PD This four-day workshop invites faculty to explore strategies to deepen student engagement.  Each day will include design-time to develop classroom-ready strategies to help scaffold student independence and agency in learning.  Two days will be devoted to addressing the challenges and opportunities that AI bring to student engagement. Organization: Professional Development. Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/gccdeepdive. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Tiffany Ingle. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Sierra Vista 105 - Faculty Innovation Center.

Engaging Students Deep Dive

Engaging Students PD This four-day workshop invites faculty to explore strategies to deepen student engagement.  Each day will include design-time to develop classroom-ready strategies to help scaffold student independence and agency in learning.  Two days will be devoted to addressing the challenges and opportunities that AI bring to student engagement. Organization: Professional Development. Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/gccdeepdive. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Tiffany Ingle. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Sierra Vista 105 - Faculty Innovation Center.

Engaging Students Deep Dive

Engaging Students PD This four-day workshop invites faculty to explore strategies to deepen student engagement.  Each day will include design-time to develop classroom-ready strategies to help scaffold student independence and agency in learning.  Two days will be devoted to addressing the challenges and opportunities that AI bring to student engagement. Organization: Professional Development. Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/gccdeepdive. Primary Professional Development Focus Area: Engaging Students. Categories: FLEX. Internal Presenter(s) [including yourself, if applicable]: Tiffany Ingle. Which campus is your event taking place? Verdugo. Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Sierra Vista 105 - Faculty Innovation Center.