GWC International Student Program

Who's up for some games of Pickle Ball?!

You are invited to ISP Game Day hosted by our ISP Peer Mentors - Emma Phan and Harry Bui!

Join us for a fun GAME DAY at the Pickle Ball courts! All are welcome!

Event Details
- Day: Thursday, May 7, 2026
- Time: 12 PM - 2 PM
- Location: Tennis Courts area near Automotive Technology side of campus

Why you should come:
- Get active with a game of Pickleball!
- Connect and build community!
- Meet new friends!

See you there! 🏓✨

International Student Programs, Pickle Ball Game Day at Golden West College

Are you ready?? You are invited to ISP Game Day hosted by our ISP Peer Mentors - Emma Phan and Harry Bui!

Join us for an enjoyable and knowledgeable workshop where you can get helpful tips from mentors as international students in the US, meet new friends, and play a "Student Life" edition of "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire". After that, we'll move to the Pickle Ball court to play sports together!

Event Details
- Day: Thursday, May 7, 2026
- Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
- Location: Student Union (next to Cafeteria)

Why you should come:
- Games & Prizes: Test your knowledge and win big.
- Outdoor activities: Get active with a game of Pickleball.
- Free Food: We'll have eggrolls and snacks.

See you there! 🏓✨

International Student Programs, Pickle Ball Game Day at Golden West College

It's Celebration and Karaoke time!

Golden West College International Student Program (ISP) is excited to celebrate our students! Come join us to celebrate and honor ISP transferring and graduating students.

Event details:
- Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
- Time: 2-5pm
- Location: STEM CENTER
- Enjoy lunch and KARAOKE!

RSVP BY MAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
https://crm.cccd.edu/manage/login?realm=&r=https://crm.cccd.edu/register/gwc_ispgrad2026

Class of 2026, International Student Programs at Golden West College

🎊Let's Celebrate Thai, Lao, Cambodian, and Myanmar New Year!

👏Join and the as we welcome the traditional New Year! Come experience the beauty of Southeast Asian culture through food, games, and art.

📅 Thursday, April 16th
⏰ 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Student Union

➡️What to expect:
☂️Umbrella Decorating: Featuring Bo Sang (Thailand) and Pathein Hti (Myanmar) styles.
🍢Food Samples: Authentic flavors from all four cultures.🍢
🎉Traditional Games: Learn and play with your peers.

➡️We encourage everyone to wear your traditional cultural attire to help us fill the Student Union with color! SEE YOU SOON!

Whether you’re looking to transfer or thinking about a future Master’s program, this is a great chance to ask some questions and grow your network.

You'll have the chance to learn from UCI international students about their
➤ Pathway from community college to Master's program
➤ Student life and campus resources
➤ Master's programs, particularly the Accounting and Finance programs
& more!

Event Details:
📅 When: Tuesday, April 7
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Golden West College, MPR 100

See you there! 👋

Struggling with your Fall courses? Need help planning your transfer? Need career counseling? 😧😲

Zainab, our international student counselor, is here to help with any and all concerns! 😎💡

Starting Tuesday, April 7, Zainab is available to meet in April on
• Tuesdays: 9:30am - 4pm
• Wednesdays: 9am - 4:30pm
• Thursdays: 11am - 3:30pm

Book your appointment with her ASAP by contacting the International Student Program:
📞+1 (714) 895-8146
✉️[email protected]
📍ISP Office (SSC 1st Floor)

Happy Spring Break! 🌸

Enjoy your well-deserved vacation from Monday March 30 until Sunday April 5.

Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy your spring break! ☀🐥

Are you ready for spring break? Need some fresh air to recharge for the 2nd half of the semester?

During this spring break, Golden West College International Student Program (ISP) will host the field trip to Great Park in Irvine to experience the Air Balloon and more! You'll have a chance to be above the city to get a breathtaking 360-degree view of Orange County!

Event details:
📅 Thursday, April 2
🕓 10 AM - 3 PM
📍Great Park in Irvine
🚌FREE Bus Transportation from GWC
SIGN-UP HERE: https://crm.cccd.edu/register/gwc_ispballoontrip
See you there!

Happy Spring GWC International Students!

Clear your calendars and come join us on these upcoming trips!
Make sure to check your student email for the full details.

Contact GWC ISP Office:
📍 1st Floor of Student Services Center (SSC)
📞 714-895-8146
🖂 [email protected]
🌐 www.goldenwestcollege.edu/isp

📢 Reminder! Please note our Golden West College holidays and closures this February:

📅 Friday, February 13 - In observance of Lincoln’s Day
📅 Monday, February 16 - In observance of Washington’s Day
📅 Thursday, February 19 - Mandatory FLEX Day

Contact GWC ISP Office:
📍 1st Floor of Student Services Center (SSC)
📞 714-895-8146
🖂 [email protected]
🌐 www.goldenwestcollege.edu/isp