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GWC Workshops

March | April | May

 

 

March Sessions

 


Hiring Training Series

INTERVIEW SUCCESS: EXCELLING IN PRESENTATIONS, WRITING EXERCISES, AND SKILLS TESTS

Friday, March 28, 2025
1:30 - 2:15 pm
Presenter: Kezia Baten-Sangkay
Intended Audience: All GWC employees
Location: Zoom
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Learn effective strategies for delivering clear and impactful presentations within a limited time frame. Discover essential tips for mastering writing exercises and gain valuable insights into succeeding in skills tests during the interview process. Plus, explore key do’s and don'ts to excel in interview knowledge exercises.

Notes: Not paid for part-time faculty. Not eligible for Spring Summit makeup session.

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April Sessions

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT: THE VALUE OF A SELF-EVALUATION

Wednesday, April 9, 2025
2:00 - 2:45 pm
Presenter: Alyssa Brown
Intended Audience: Classified Professionals
Location: Zoom
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Learn why completing an optional self-evaluation is worth your time. You might be thinking, "If it’s not required, why should I bother?" Discover the key benefits of reflecting on your own performance and how this simple process can impact both your current role and future career growth.

Notes: Not paid for part-time faculty. Not eligible for Spring Summit makeup session.


NAVIGATING SOCIAL ANXIETY | TALK AND LUNCHEON

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Presenter: Kevin Foss, MFT, Founder of the California OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center
Intended Audience: All GWC employees
Location: MPR 100
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Is Social Anxiety holding you back? It is a very common type of anxiety. Join Kevin Foss, MFT, Founder of the California OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center to learn more about Social Anxiety  and gain some tips on how to overcome it!

Notes: This training is sponsored by the GWC Student Health Center. Questions? Email jmoss31@gwc.cccd.edu Not paid for part-time faculty. Not eligible Spring Summit makeup session.


SAFE ZONE TRAINING - LEVEL 2

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Presenters: Jeanette Adame & Jasper Chagolla
Intended Audience: All GWC employees who has already completed Level 1 Safe Zone Training OR anyone who is a strong member or ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
Location: In Person at GWC (Room: TBD)
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This session is designed for people who have a foundational understanding of LGBTQ+ communities. If you have completed Level 1 Safe Zone Training, or have familiarity with LGBTQ+ communities, pleas join us! We will continue discussing strategies and implementation for making Golden West College a safe place for people who reflect all gender and sexuality identities.

Notes: Paid for part-time faculty. Eligible for Spring Summit makeup session


Hiring Training Series

MASTER VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON INTERVIEWS WITH CONFIDENCE AND PROFESSIONALISM

Friday, April 18, 2025
1:30 - 2:15 pm
Presenter: Kezia Baten-Sangkay
Intended Audience: All GWC employees
Location: Zoom
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This training will equip you with the skills to navigate both virtual and in-person interviews with confidence. Learn how to effectively answer interview questions using the STAR Interview Method and demonstrate professionalism throughout the process, helping you stand out in the application pool by showcasing your unique skills and knowledge.

Notes: Not paid for part-time faculty. Not eligible for Spring Summit makeup session.

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QPR SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING

Thursday, April 24, 2025
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Presenter: Dr. Joan Fishman, GWC Student Health Center
Intended Audience: All GWC employees
Location: Zoom
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GWC Student Health Center presents QPR Suicide Prevention Training for Faculty and Staff. Suicide is far too common. Know the warning signs and become more comfortable helping suicidal students

Notes: Not paid for part-time faculty. Eligible for Spring Summit makeup session.

 

 

May Sessions

Entering SLO Assessments into Nuventive

Friday, May 2, 2025
10:00 - 11:00 am
Presenter: C.J. Bishop and Amy Thach
Location: Zoom

No registration required – drop in at your convenience!

Your contributions to SLO data are critical in helping ORPIE positively impact the educational experience of our students at GWC. Join us and take advantage of this opportunity to simplify your SLO data entry process and make a meaningful impact! To support your efforts, we’re offering a hands-on workshop designed to help faculty enter SLO data into Nuventive with ease. If you have any questions about the workshop, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you there!

Why Attend?

  • Get 1:1 assistance in navigating Nuventive.
  • Perfect for faculty new to the platform or anyone needing a quick refresher.
  • Flexible, drop-in/drop-out format to fit your schedule.

cSLO Workshop Flyer Spring 2025 [PDF]


Entering SLO Assessments into Nuventive

Thursday, May 22, 2025
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Presenter: C.J. Bishop and Amy Thach
Location: Zoom

No registration required – drop in at your convenience!

Your contributions to SLO data are critical in helping ORPIE positively impact the educational experience of our students at GWC. Join us and take advantage of this opportunity to simplify your SLO data entry process and make a meaningful impact! To support your efforts, we’re offering a hands-on workshop designed to help faculty enter SLO data into Nuventive with ease. If you have any questions about the workshop, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you there!

Why Attend?

  • Get 1:1 assistance in navigating Nuventive.
  • Perfect for faculty new to the platform or anyone needing a quick refresher.
  • Flexible, drop-in/drop-out format to fit your schedule.

cSLO Workshop Flyer Spring 2025 [PDF]


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