International Education Week 2025

International Education Week (IEW) was started by the US Department of State as a nationwide celebration that promotes international understanding, builds support for international educational exchange, and encourages the development of programs that prepare Americans to live and work in a global environment.

The International Student Office is proud to host several events, all generously sponsored by the Glendale College Foundation. We look forward to seeing you at them all!

Please click below for specific event details. All event times are in Pacific Standard Time (PT) and you can check your local time here.

LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING ^{(and help us plan the right amount of food)}: RSVP for Events Here*

_{*Faculty & Staff must additionally register for Flex/CPGU credit where approved; access the VRC on the Faculty/Staff page.}

All Week Long

Monday, November 17

“What's a Transcript Evaluation” Mini Session
12-12:30 pm, Mariposa 304 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Have college-level credits from your home country? Come learn about the transcript evaluation process and how this can help you achieve your educational and professional goals!

Immigration 101: What Noncredit Students Need to Know
6-7 pm, Mariposa 103 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Flex & CPGU Approved. Register for credit 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.

Tuesday, November 18

“Adventure Awaits” Tables
12-2 pm, Plaza Vaquero

Stop by the Study Abroad table for stickers and selfies and get a glimpse of upcoming Study Abroad opportunities! The Baja Field Studies program will also provide information on this amazing program.

Travel in Time & Culture: Create Classic Ceramic Forms
12-2 pm, Plaza Vaquero

Create your own cultural keepsake (while supplies last). Hosted by the Ceramics Club

"Get Ready to Travel” Mini Session (#gccintl students)
12:30-1 pm, Sierra Vista 223 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Join this quick 30-minute refresher session on traveling and re-entering the US successfully as an international student. Topics include automatic visa revalidation, visa renewal options, and documents you need to carry. Bring your I-20s for travel signatures! RSVP here.

^{If no RSVPs are received 24 hours before the event, the event will switch to Zoom-only}^.

IEW Hour

12:30-1:30 pm, Plaza Vaquero

Live Music from around the globe hosted by the Glendale Community College Radio Club. You can also check them out on their website, YouTube, or Instagram.

Passport to Possibilities: Study Abroad at GCC

3:30-4:30 pm, Library Rotunda or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Flex Approved. Register in VRC for credit.

You got a glimpse at lunch, now come learn the details about Study Abroad at GCC! Faculty will spotlight the details of each offering. Financial aid & scholarship opportunities will also be discussed!

Globally-inspired snacks provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste.

Los Angeles Lakers NBA Game: Lakers v Jazz

5:30 pm to 10:30 pm, Crypto.com Arena

Hang out with fellow GCC students as we watch a Lakers game! Don’t miss your chance to catch Laker favorites like LeBron James, Luca Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Rui Hachimura out on the court!

EVENT DETAILS
Cost: $45 cash only

Purchase: By Friday, November 14 at 3 pm (or until sold out) in the International Student Office (3rd floor, Sierra Vista). Space is limited to 20 attendees so reserve your spot now! Exact change required. First come, first served, limit one. Please come prepared to successfully purchase your tickets!

Ticket Policies: Tickets are now open to community members! No refunds. In the case that you cannot attend, you may transfer your ticket to another GCC student by visiting our office (student must accompany you to provide ID and complete trip waiver).

Wednesday, November 19

Lotería Lunch with SACNAS and SHPE
12:30-1:30 pm, Kreider Hall (San Rafael 138)

Join STEM clubs SACNAS and SHPE for a cultural game of lotería! Learn about opportunities in STEM. Lunch will be provided! Please RSVP to help reduce food waste!

An International Student’s Perspective at GCC
2-3 pm, Sierra Vista 280 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Flex & CPGU Approved. Register for credit in the VRC.

Learn what its REALLY like to be a #gccintl student firsthand from students who experience it! Globally-inspired snacks provided – Please RSVP to help reduce food waste.

On the Immigration Horizon
3:30-4:30 pm, Sierra Vista 280 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Flex & CPGU Approved. Register for credit 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 submit your questions for Avi in advance.

Film Showing: My Big Fat Greek Wedding
5-7 pm, Kreider Hall (San Rafael 138)

The screening of this lighthearted film that transcends cultural boundaries will be followed by panel discussion. Hosted by Film Club. Movie snacks provided – please RSVP to help reduce food waste!

Thursday, November 20

“A Walk Around the Globe” TinyTalks
12:30-1:30 pm, Buena Vista 101 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Flex & CPGU Approved. Register for credit in the VRC.

This flagship event invites members of the GCC community to provide 15-minute TinyTalks on a topic of global nature to promote learning, build intrigue, and encourage conversations that matter! Globally-inspired lunch provided - please RSVP to help reduce food waste.

Featuring Presentations by Kofi Peprah, Alejandra Gonzalez, Susan Henry & Romy Griepp-McRee

IEW Hour

12:30-1:30 pm, Plaza Vaquero

Live Music from around the globe hosted by the Glendale Community College Radio Club. You can also check them out on their website, YouTube, or Instagram.

"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 for credit in the VRC.

Ever wondered what its REALLY like to immigrate to the US? Join us for a live discussion with Dr. Paolo Banaag and discover what it takes to uproot to a new country and forge a uniquely diverse cultural identity.

Friday, November 21

Club & Culture Fest
3-8 pm, Plaza Vaquero

Planned entirely by a variety of GCC Clubs, this Night Market will introduce you to food, cultural games, and performances from around the world! Come down and check out all there is to offer!

Participating Clubs include: Alfa Animation Club, American Red Cross, Arab Student Union (ASU), Backpacks for Armenia, Black Student Union (BSU), Dungeons & Dragons Club (D&D), Filipino American Student Association (FASA), GCC Furs, GCC Hidden Road Initiative (HRI), Japanese Culture Club (JCC), Latino Student Association, On the Same Page, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), The Bilingual Club, Vaqueros e-Sports & Gaming, and Voices Organizing Immigrant Communities for Educational Success (V.O.I.C.E.S.).

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