SLDL May 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

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Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month

Asian American and Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month (APIDAHM), observed annually in May, celebrates and pays tribute to the contributions that generations of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi Americans have made to American history, society and culture.

Any students of Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi ancestry who are interested in participating in a podcast with the Office of Student Life, Diversity, & Leadership are encouraged to sign up. The podcast will be shared with the larger CGU community.

Register here

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Call for IGNITE Mentors

IGNITE: CGU Student Mentorship supports the successful transition of first-year students of historically marginalized communities by pairing them with a continuing CGU student. Current CGU students are able to apply to be an IGNITE Mentor.

For more information

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CGU's 95th Commencement Ceremony

Saturday, May 14th | 9 AM at Mudd Quadrangle

Great news! Claremont Graduate University is happy to announce CGU’s 95th annual commencement ceremony plans. The celebration will be a tremendous on-the-ground event. In addition to honoring graduates from our current class, we are inviting graduates from the past two academic years to join in donning their regalia and walking across the commencement stage.

The CGU ceremony will be simulcast in Albrecht Auditorium & livestreamed online.

Register to Attend

Quakes Game

Thursday, May 26th | 6:30 PM

You made it through the end of the semester! Now it's time to recharge and do something fun. Join SLDL for a night at the Quakes Stadium in Rancho Cucamonga. Go Quakes!

Register here

Memorial Day

Monday, May 30th

Memorial Day in the United States is a federal holiday that honors military veterans who died in wars fought by US forces. It is customary for families to visit the gravesides of their loved ones on Memorial Day. Many volunteers place American flags on graves of military personnel in national cemeteries. A somber day, it gives Americans the chance to reflect and remember the millions who sacrificed their lives to keep us safe.

International Students

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Club Spotlight: International Student Organization (ISO)

Hello! We are a new organization, and by using the QR code to the left, we will be able to create a listserv and begin organizing.

This is a great way to meet other international students and stay in-the-know about fun events happening on campus and around Claremont! We are looking forward to getting to know all of you!

Register Here

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International Dazzle - CGU International Panel and Mixer

Thursday, May 12 | 4 PM - 7 PM

Alums and current students across disciplines are invited to attend panel discussions with int'l alums across various disciplines. Learn more from international students who have been where you are now! Then, join in for a social mixer and celebrate the end of a great year at CGU.

Register here

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Optional Practical Training Workshop

Tuesday, May 24 | 12 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 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.

Register here

TCCS Events

Commencement Events 2022

International Student Graduation on Wednesday, May 11th | 5 PM - 7 PM at Edmunds Ballroom, Pomona College
Asian American Pacific Islander Graduate Celebration on Thursday, May 12th | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM at Benton Museum of Art, Pomona College
Interfaith Baccalaureate Service on Friday, May 13th | 3:30 PM at Garrison Theatre, Scripps College
CLSA Latinx Graduation on Friday, May 13th | 7 PM - 9 PM at Little Bridges Auditorium, Pomona College
Black Graduation Celebration on Friday, May 13th | 11 AM - 2 PM at Pomona College Seaver Theater
Past: Queer Resource Center Lavender Graduation on Friday, April 29th