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SLDL November Newsletter
The SLDL office hopes to engage students, faculty, and staff in ways
that promote and develop an inclusive and diverse environment.
We oversee student clubs and the Graduate Student Council, promote student engagement, host events and workshops related to diversity and leadership, advise international students, promote mentorship, and manage health insurance enrollment. For more information on events, visit the CGU Events Calendar.
All Students
Dia De Los Muertos- Global Pandemic Altar
Monday, November 1st | 10 AM - 12 PM @ SLDL House
Visit SLDL for the unveiling of the altar for Dia de los Muertos to reflect on and honor those lost during the pandemic. Hot chocolate, coffee and sweet bread will be provided.
Fresh Check Day
Wednesday, November 3rd | 12 PM - 2 PM @ Oasis Commons
CGU and KGI students are invited to Fresh Check Day!! Stop by Oasis Commons and check out the mental health fair with interactive booths, free food, music, and prizes!!
Queer Resource Center Open House
Thursday, November 4th | 12 PM - 1 PM @ SLDL House
Drop by for informal counseling, questions, and feedback!
CGU's Realizing Equity Research Symposium
- Introduction Event- Thursday, November 4th | 3 PM - 4 PM
Find out about the upcoming virtual symposium in spring of 2022 and how you can participate! Learn about the session formats and how your research-in-progress can be shared to gain key peer and faculty feedback. All disciplines welcome. - Elements of a Conference Proposal and Abstract- Saturday, November 13th | 10 AM - 11 AM
Join experts from the CWR in this prep session to explore information often required in a conference proposal submission. Learn the components of a well-done abstract.
From DACA to Citizenship: Current Trends that Dreamers and Allies Should Know About
Monday, November 8th | 12 PM - 1 PM
Join representatives from the Immigration Resource Center of San Gabriel Valley to hear important information including: 1) Current and pending impacts of the judicial and legislative actions that affect DACA, 2) Typical pathways someone who is DACAmented/undocumented might follow to become a legal permanent resident, and 3) Current policies around enforcement and “Know Your Rights” information.
IGNITE: Coffee Social
Tuesday, November 16th | 10 AM - 12 PM
IGNITE Mentors are invited to gather for coffee and conversation at the SLDL house on campus at 131 E 10th Street.
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Saturday, November 20th
Transgender Day of Remembrance was established in 1998 to memorialize those who have been killed as a result of transphobia and to raise awareness of the continued violence endured by the transgender community.
Text credit: Diversity Holiday Calendar
De-Stress Week
Save the date for De-Stress Week. Beginning Monday, November 29, SLDL & the Office of Student Engagement will co-host a week of fun and reflective activities. Join us throughout the week for games, quiet study hours, motivational sessions, food and more! Special guests from CDO, PFF, CWR and GSC will be joining throughout the week to support students as we close out the semester!
Veteran Students
Share Your Thanks for Veterans Day
Monday, November 1st - Thursday, November 11th
Students have an opportunity to submit their words of thanks to veterans or active duty service members. Submissions will be posted online on our Virtual Thank You Wall and social media.
Veterans Day Lunch
Thursday, November 11th | 12 PM - 1:30 PM
We wish to honor those in our community who have served our country with commitment, sacrifice, and leadership!
CGU students, faculty, and staff from the veteran and active service member communities are invited to share lunch on Veterans Day at Mudd Quad.
International Students
Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop
Wednesday, November 10th | 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.
International Education Week: International Student Spotlight
November 15th - November 19th
SLDL wishes to invite international students to share with the CGU community about your home town or home country! International Education Week is an opportunity annually to reaffirm the benefits of global exchange.
