Golden West College

Today we are flying GWC’s flag at half-mast to honor the heroes and victims of September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸

Thank you to the students who paid their respects by planting 2,977 flags - one for each victim of 9/11.

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Who's loving the Student Union glow up?! 🙋‍♂️✨

As we continue with our renovations, the Student Union will be closed between Monday, 9/9, and Friday, 9/13.

If you're looking for another place to hang out, try The Lounge (first floor of the LRC) or the library 📚

What are your favorite hang out spots on campus? Let us know in the comments 🔽

Rustlers- don't forget, parking permits are required starting Monday, 9/9 🚗‼️

Any vehicles without a permit will be cited.

Tap the link in bio for more information about parking and to purchase a parking permit 🚙

What better way to beat the heat than by enjoying ice cream with President Randall?!🍦🍨

What’s the best ice cream flavor 🤔 Tell us in the comments below !👇

First week of school is in the books ✅ What better way to celebrate than a game of volleyball in the sun?! ☀️

Friendly reminder that there will be no classes Monday, 9/2, for Labor Day 💙

Have a safe and happy three-day weekend, Rustlers ✨

Welcome Week was a success🤩

Seeing all your smiling faces made our week ☺️✨

Which Welcome Week event did you enjoy the most?! 👀

GWC students are dreamers! 💭✨

With the first day of college in the books, our students told us what they dream to be in the future ☺️ We can’t wait to see them get closer and closer to reaching their goals through the College 🫶

Here’s to a great fall semester, Rustlers 💚💛

What’s your dream? ☁️ Tell us in the comments below ⬇️

🛍️ Join us for the Thrift and Thrive event on 9/4!

Students are invited to grab free groceries and take a tour at The Stand, then head to the Student Ally Center (located on the second floor of the Student Union) to thrift clothes donated by GWC's LGBTQ+ services 👚👖

The Ally Center is welcoming clothing donations for Thrift and Thrive and future thrift events- keep an eye out for upcoming dates! 😄

The 2024 Fall Kickoff has officially ended!

We loved seeing our incoming students learn about the college, take tours, and enjoy FREE lunch with TK Burger, Kona Ice, and churros 🍔🍧✨

Remember that next week will be Welcome Week- make sure to stop by events like the Welcome Back BBQ, Pizza Party, and more 😄🙌 Check out for more info!

The fall semester starts in less than two weeks, so that means it’s time to sign up for GWC’s Fall Kickoff Day!😁✨

This new student orientation day is scheduled for August 20 and will include tours of campus, financial aid info, tips for how to prepare for college, and FREE lunch 🤩🙌

Tap the link in bio to sign up today ☀️

Did you know 👆students who take a one-unit gym class at GWC have free access to the weight room? 👀

The weight room has free weights, weight machines, squat racks, cardio machines like treadmills and ellipticals, and more to fit all your fitness needs 💪

Enroll in either Circuit Training Lab (PE G166) or Muscle/ Strength Training (PE G181) for access!

This week GWC participated in Summer Concert at the Pier where our swag was a major hit with community members and pups alike!! 🐶🎾

Next week we’ll be at the Night Out (Tues, 8/6) and Night Out & Open House (Thurs, 8/8) - make sure to stop by and say hi! 👋

We want to know: how is your summer going? Emoji answers only! ☀️🌊

The flowers are blooming and summer is in full swing ☀️🌸

Friendly reminder that fall registration is currently open! We encourage you to get your perfect schedule locked in ASAP 🔒

Click the link in our bio to explore the available classes ✨

Reminder: Campus will be closed tomorrow for the Fourth of July 🇺🇸

If your Fourth of July morning is free, stop by the Huntington Beach parade where Goldie and GWC staff will be cruising down Main Street ✨☀️

Reminder: GWC will be closed tomorrow, 6/19, in remembrance of Juneteenth.

Campus will reopen Thursday, 6/20.

Shout out to all the amazing GWC fathers, father-like figures, and mentors! We admire all the love, guidance, and support you provide.

Thank you for all that you do 🫶

Immaculate summer vibes on campus ✨

Summer session starts today at GWC! ☀️⛱️

Want to take a summer class but haven’t registered yet?! There’s still time to sign up for 4, 6, and 8 week classes! Click the link in our bio to check available Summer courses.

NOTICE: We are currently experiencing an interruption to our WiFi and cellular systems. We will provide updates as we have them.

Curious about programs and services on campus or want to check out the new buildings? Schedule a campus tour with GWC tour guides!

Sign up for an individual or group tour by tapping the link in our bio ✨

Happy ! 🌈

GWC is celebrating love, diversity, and inclusion this June 🫶

In honor of it being officially one week since graduation, please enjoy a re-CAP of some spotlights 🎓👀

Do you have a favorite? Tell us in the comments!👇

On this Memorial Day, we remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country 🇺🇸

We will never forget them and our thoughts are with their loved ones.

Still not over it! 😆🎓🎉

We had so much fun celebrating our amazing graduates this week! Thank you for choosing GWC to be part of your academic journeys, we’re proud of each and every one of you 🙌

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Reminder: GWC will be closed Monday, 5/27, for Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

Campus will reopen on Tuesday, 5/28.

🎓✨ It’s graduation season, and Golden West College held special graduation celebrations for several groups and special programs over the last two weeks!

GWC is proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of our Umoja, Puente, LGBTQ+ & veteran graduates. Their passion and dedication have brought them to this milestone, and we couldn’t be more proud.

Here’s to breaking barriers, building futures, and embracing every part of who you are. 🫶

Congratulations, graduates!

GWC is thrilled to introduce the 2024 commencement speaker, Alex Cisneros!

As a first-generation college student, Alex found support and mentorship at GWC through programs like Puente and EOPS.

He is set to graduate this spring and will transfer to the University of California, Berkeley, where he plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in psychology and return to the continuation high school that he once attended.

“I want to show students that anything is possible,” he says. “I have become a fierce advocate for the community college system because my journey would not have been possible without the support I received at GWC.”

We are so proud of the major accomplishments Alex has achieved and are honored to have played a role in his educational journey 💚