Parent-Friendly Campus

CalWORKs Parents Program
Verdugo Campus - San Rafael, 2nd Floor (227)
Garfield Campus - Tropico 300
www.glendale.edu/calworks

"As a parenting student, you are setting in motion an educational path that will have an impact on many future generations of your family. We want you to remember that the challenges you face as a parenting student do not come from any failure on your part to be "organized enough," "hard-working enough," or "smart enough." What you're doing is harder than it is for other students, but it is twice as important.

On your toughest days, imagine yourself standing on stage on the GCC football field, wearing a cap and gown, with your diploma in your hand. Then, imagine looking out into the audience and seeing your children watching you graduate. Your children will grow up and and say "My mom graduated from college. My dad graduated from college. So, I'm going to graduate from college, too."

Stop by our offices for coloring books, crayons, diapers, toys, or just to have a friendly, supportive chat. Crying babies are always welcome in the CalWORKs office. ♥" -Aarin Edwards

Academic Counseling
SV 360

"GCC student parent, we applaud your choice in getting a higher education! Let us work together in helping you reach your future goals." -Nancy Medina

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Student Equity
San Rafael, Second Floor

"GCC's LEARNING COMMUNITIES Our learning communities are designed to provide a supportive environment and offer services to help our students reach their potential and achieve their academic and personal goals. Make connections, lifelong friends, gain important skills, participate in campus activities and events, all while being supported and guided through your college journey. Through the program, you may be eligible for meal vouchers, TAP cards, parking permits, and book vouchers. We also offer social mixers and events to help you get acquainted with your peers. Several university trips are coordinated to help expose transfer-bound students to the many transfer opportunities available." -Arpi Amirian

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History Department & Pulitzer Center Campus Consortium

SR 349

"On behalf of the History Department and Pulitzer Center Campus Consortium, we applaud your tenacity as a parenting student. Whether it's reaching your own goals or being a role model to your own children, GCC is fortunate to have you. As a working mother of three who brought my first child to work with me, resilient parenting and student success requires a supportive village. We're here to support you and your children in any way we can." - Michelle Stonis

The Learning Center
AD 232

"The Learning Center exists to support all GCC students. Children are welcome in our space while their family members are accessing our services." - Shant Shahoian

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Geography: Social Sciences
SR 361

"You are setting the best example for your kids and I want to help you succeed" - Laura Englund-Krusee

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Financial Aid
SV 348

"The staff at the Financial Aid Office at GCC support you as you pursue your educational goals. You can do this!" -Christina Tangalakis

DSPS (Disabled Students Programs & Services)
SG 128

"I was a student while I was a brand new parent. It's hard, but it can be done and done successfully. Believe in yourself!!" - Rita Zobayan

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English Department
SV 242

"The English Division is proud to serve parenting students as they pursue their GCC goals." -- Piper Rooney

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English Department
LB 206

"As a working mother of two, I know that the unexpected can upend our schedules and "set" plans. A sudden illness or a parenting obligation can thus make college goals even more stressful than they are. I am honored to serve and support our parent-students in my courses." -Cynthia Flores

Scholars Program
LB 216

"In the true spirit of GCC's Mission that includes retention and success, valuing the integrity of all students, everyone is most welcome in my office!" -Michael Harnett

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Office of Hispanic-Serving Initiatives
SR 244

"We applaud your efforts to pursue challenging goals for yourself and your children, and we wish you all the best! You and your children are always welcome to visit us in SR 244." - Cathy Durham

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Instructional Design/Library/Distance Education
SV 112

"As a parent, it is extremely important that GCC students and faculty feel like they can bring their students to campus when needed! We all know how challenging it can be when there is no one to help out and there are classes and/or meetings to attend. If we all help each other just a bit, we all succeed! (Plus, our kids get a great view of what it's like to be on a college campus -- a win-win situation!)" - Katie Datko