International Education Week

“Global Adventures” Maps
Garfield: MP 200 Lobby    Verdugo: GCC Library

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

Watch the Recording here until 12/31/25. Download Slides

 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. Watch the Recording here until 12/31/25. Download Slides and Handout.

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.

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

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 230 or Zoom: https://glendale-edu.zoom.us/my/gcciso

Watch the Recording Here

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.}

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.

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

Flex Approved. Download Slides.

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.

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).

“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. Watch the recording here until 12/31/25. Download slides.

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.

Featured Presentations

Kofi Peprah - “Bridging Worlds: Migration, Education, and Belonging from Ghana to America”

Alejandra Gonzalez - "The First Step is Yours: Navigating Study Abroad from a First-Gen Student Lens"

Susan Henry - "The Sweet Tooth About Agra Hadig: A Joyful Tradition"

Romy Griepp-McRee - "Carmilla: The Forgotten Vampire"

12:30-1:30 pm, Outside Student Center 

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.

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

Flex & CPGU Approved. Watch the recording here until 12/31/25.

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.

Club & Culture Fest
12-2pm, Plaza Vaquero

Planned entirely by a variety of GCC Clubs, this International Festival 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.).