CGU Student Clubs

Joining a student organization means joining a community, and having peers who oftentimes become your support group. Through these organizations you also have the opportunity to strengthen and develop your leadership skills by planning, developing, and implementing events on campus or by collaborating with other organizations or campus constituents. Here are a few of our current clubs:

• Association of Women’s Studies in Religion
• CGU Advocates for Survivors of Sexual Violence
• CGU Christian Fellowship
• CGU Consulting Club
• Coalition for Hope
• DrPh Peer Support Group
• Claremont Korean Student Association
• Saudi Club at CGU
• Sister Citizen
• Society for Philosophy and Religion at Claremont
• Soka Gakkai International: USA Buddhists Club
• Women in Leadership Association

For more information on the types of clubs or how to start a new club, visit SLDL's MyCGU page. 

SLDL Summer Walking Challenge Winners! 

We realized we did not announce the winners of the walking challenge in the September newsletter! Thank you to all the participants of SLDL's first Walking Challenge. On average, each person walked around 9,500 steps each day! 

Congratulations to the winning team (Kriti, Karthik, Sneha, Teresa and Tareq) for walking a total of 1,808,029 steps!

COVID-19 Resources & Support

During these unprecedented times, we see you and hear you. If you are experiencing food or financial insecurity, are concerned about utilities, health insurance, mental health, or your status as an undocumented student and/or international student, please review the resources listed under FAQ- Student Engagement. This list is updated once per semester.

COVID-19 Research & Technology Resources

We're entering the fifth week of the semester. Here's a reminder of research and technology tools available to CGU students. Most know about their zoom account, but have you looked into Office 365? You can download Office 365 to at least three personal devices. To learn more, please review the pages on Research Continuity (IRB requirements, SPSS, Qualtrics, etc) and Learning Continuity (collaboration and conferencing tools such as Office 365).   

Claremont Library Services Info Session

Click here for the recording of last month's Claremont Library Services Info Session. Learn more about remote library services, research support, and special collections at the Claremont Colleges Library.

7C Health: Telehealth Service

CGU students have access to free, no-cost telehealth through 7C Health, a 24/7, free medical and mental health support. This service is available no matter where you are in the world, anytime, anywhere.

Click here to register or learn more information on 7C Health.

Mental Health Support for International Students Workshop 

Thursday, October 1st | 9 AM – 10 AM

Could you benefit from learning strategies and techniques to help support your mental health this semester? Whether you are living in the U.S. or another country, I-Place and MCAPS are here for our international student community. This interactive workshop will provide tips on caring for your mental health, managing your stress and anxiety, and how MCAPS can help you access resources no matter where you are located in the world. 

If you weren't able to join, please contact Miao Li at miao.li@claremont.edu.

The Big Pitch Workshops

Tuesday, October 6 | 4 PM - 5 PM 
Tuesday, October 20 | 12 PM - 1 PM 

Interested in participating in The Big Pitch? Join the Center for Writing & Rhetoric for pre-workshops to create an engaging and dynamic presentation.

• Big Pitch Strategies: Tuesday, October 6th from 4-5 p.m. This webinar provides helpful strategies to condense complex topics and ideas into a three minute, concise and clear presentation. Click here for the registration link. 
• Big Pitch PowerPoint Slides: Tuesday, October 20th from 12-1 p.m. Review tips and strategies to create an informative and engaging powerpoint slide for your Big Pitch presentation. Click here for the registration link. 

7C Queer Story Circle

Tuesday, October 6 | 6PM - 8PM

The Queer Resource Center celebrates LGBTQIA+ History Month in October. We are partnering up with Dr. Gio Ortega to bring the practice of community story circles to our 7C family. Join us as we share our queer narratives in the spirit of exploring our interconnectedness in times of personal duress and societal discrimination.

For more information, visit the CGU Events Calendar.

FYE Coffee Hour Conversation

Wednesday, October 7 | 11 AM - 12 PM 

This monthly coffee hour is designed specifically for first year International students.

Dr. Wallace Chipidza, Assistant Professor of Information Systems & Technology will guide a conversation on the social movement occurring in the U.S. in response to police brutality and white supremacy, and what international students may see or encounter in the U.S. 

Click here for the registration link.

Indigenous Peoples Day

Monday, October 12 | Time TBA

Here in California, we have more people of Native American and Alaska Native ancestry than any other state in the country! With such a rich heritage surrounding us, the SLDL and Student Engagement teams want to celebrate the amazing accomplishments local Elders, artists and activists have made to improve our lives and communities. Join us for trivia, games and prizes to celebrate \'Indigenous Peoples' Day,' and honor the contributions and heritage of Indigenous People.

Email student.life@cgu.edu for more information.

The Ultimate Guide to Hiring and Getting Hired in 2020 and 2021

Tuesday, October 13 | 11 AM - 12 PM

Join the Career Development Office for this webinar with alum Kevin Campbell ’15. Not only will this webinar help hiring managers and talent acquisition professionals identify and hire more high-performing employees, it will also help job seekers who are facing an increasingly challenging job market. Whether you’re hiring or looking to get hired, this webinar is for anyone involved and engaged in the hiring process.

Register here. 

Qualifying Exams Preparation Weekend 

Friday, October 16 - Sunday, October 18 | 8:15 AM - 4:30 PM 

The Center for Writing & Rhetoric is happy to offer an event just for students at the qualifying exam stage. Designed for students doing timed exams, written assignments, dissertation chapter drafts, and portfolios, this event will provide the options of either dedicated work time with peers or a combination of work time and facilitated sessions on exam preparation topics.

Register here. 

CA Voter Registration Deadline

Monday, October 19 

October 19 is the last day to register to vote in the state of California. Votes by mail must be submitted at least 7 days prior to the election. Click here for elections and voting information.

CPT Workshop for F1 Students

Monday, October 19 | 12 PM - 1 PM 

The SLDL Office will host a Curricular Practical Training (CPT) workshop, open to all current F-1 students interested in off-campus work authorization in their fields of study. During the session, we will cover information on what CPT is, and the application process including eligibility rules, timeline and required documents for submission. 

Click here for the zoom link.

GSC Town Hall 

Tuesday, October 20 | 12 PM 

Save the date! Each year, the Graduate Student Council hosts a Town Hall Meeting inviting the student body to ask questions to the CGU's executive team. This is a great opportunity to hear from the executive team about pressing issues. Event information is forthcoming. 

IGNITE Mentors - Strategies for Success 

Wednesday, October 21 | 5 PM - 6 PM 

IGNITE Student Mentors will explore best practices in mentorship. Registration information was sent to all IGNITE mentors to their CGU email address. 

OPT Workshop for F1 Students

Thursday, October 22 | 12 PM - 1 PM 

SLDL will host an Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop, open to all current F-1 students, especially those who are planning to apply for pre/post completion OPT during the current or upcoming semester. During the session, we will cover information on what OPT is, and the application process including eligibility rules, timeline and required documents for submission. 

Click here for the zoom link.

Negotiating Cross-Cultural Boundaries 

Friday, October 23 | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM 

Hosted by the EmPower Center, this workshop is for all CGU international students. 

Meet Rima Shah, Director of the EmPower Center! With first-hand knowledge of coming to the U.S. as an international student, Rima will share her wealth of knowledge in navigating cross-cultural conversations. Rima will also provide tips on assertive communication.

Register here. 

American Red Cross Blood Drive 

Tuesday, October 27 | 1 PM - 7 PM 

American Red Cross is hosting an upcoming blood drive at DoubleTree Claremont Hotel! Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!

Blood donations are done by appointment only.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/
Sponsor code: DTHClaremont

EmPOWER Center Services 

The EmPOWER Center offers the following services: 

1. Phone/Dixy.me sessions with Project Sister counselors. To schedule, please call (909) 607-0690. Ongoing sessions are available to students currently receiving EmPower counseling services OR to students living within CA. Students living outside of CA receive intial emotional support and referrals in their local communities (in keeping with CA mental health licensing laws).
2. Phone/Zoom sessions with the EmPOWER director, Rima Shah (she's a confidential advocate). To schedule, please call (909) 607-2689 or email rshahempower@claremont.edu (available to students no matter where they are located in the world). 
3. EmPOWER's 7C-wide educational programs will be offered via Zoom, videos, and more. 

EmPOWER Center Launches:
Restorative Yoga Workshop Series
& 
New Conversation Series on Healthy Relationships, Let's Talk About It 

Restorative Yoga will occur biweekly on alternate Fridays from 4 PM - 5 PM on October 2, 16, & 30th.

• October 2
• October 16
• October 30

Register for yoga here. 

Let's Talk About It will occur biweekly on alternate Thursdays from 4 PM - 5 PM on October 1, 15, and 29th. 

• Oct 1: Healthy Relationships
• Oct 15: Coping with Anger
• Oct 29: LGBTQIA+ Youth and Being a Supportive Friend

Register for conversations here. 

Hanging with the Chaplains

Mondays | 11 AM - 12 PM
Thursdays | 3 PM - 4 PM

Every week on Mondays from 11am-12pm and Thursdays from 3pm-4pm PT, we have open office hours for students to drop in, meet the Chaplains and fellow students, and ask questions regarding the faith community at the Claremont Colleges. 

Visit the CGU Events Calendar for event information.

Monsour Counseling & Psychological Services 

Fall 2020 Virtual Workshops

• Mindfulness Mondays! Please visit our Instagram at @MCAPSclaremont to view the latest video.
• Centering Black Experiences on Tuesdays. Join us for conversations related to narratives, racism, healing, gender, and more. To register contact: Shawndeeia.Drinkard@claremont.edu.
• Anxiety Management Workshop Series on Tuesdays from 11am-12pm. Students will explore ways of coping with anxiety by living in full experience rather than running from the stressors of life. To register contact: Grant.Goodman@claremont.edu
• Healthy Relationships on Wednesdays from 3pm-4:30pm. We will cover different topics about healthy relationships. To register contact: Miao.Li@claremont.edu or Shalom.Alaichamy@claremont.edu
• Creative Expressions on Thursdays from 1pm-2pm. This biweekly drop-in workshop will focus on developing healthy coping through artistic expression. To register contact: Emily.Bragg@claremont.edu or Lisette.Sanchez2@claremont.edu
• International Student Drop-in Coffee Hour on Thursdays from 10am-11am. This is a biweekly supportive space for international students to get to know each other and engage in conversations about topics related to their experience at the Claremont Colleges. To register contact: Miao.Li@claremont.edu