State-Wide Day of Action To Protect Education In California
March 4, 2010
As many of you know, budget cuts to education in California have been large and frequent lately. Raise your voice, be an active member of a democracy and rally for your education.
Today, on campus, there will be “Teach-Ins” (in class dicussions on the impact of the cuts) and “Teach-Outs” (lectures on the impacts of educational cuts conducted by the Behavioral Science Dept. Faculty)
There will also be a rally in the Grossmont Quad from 12:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Come out and join us! Special guest speakers include; GCCCD Chancellor Cindy Miles, GCCCD Board Member Mary Rosinski and President of Grossmont College Sunny Cooke.
San Diego Community wide events going on today include the 3:00p.m. rally and march at Balboa Park [2004 Park Blvd.] and a 4:00p.m. protest at the Governer’s Office [135- Front St. Downtown San Diego]
Help Needed for the 2010 U.S. Census
February 19, 2010
The U.S. Census Bureau is currently seeking applicants for full and part-time positions for the 2010 Census. This event is on Monday February 22nd at 10:00a.m.
Requirements:
- Must have a passing score on timed employment exam
- Pass a standard background check
- Must be 18 years of age or older and have reliable transportation
- Depending on position, must be available for moderate travel and some weekends
Compensation:
- $11.25-$18.50 an hour, depending on position and geography (Non-Supervisory)
- $15.50- $20.00 an hour, depending on position and geography (Supervisory)
- No benefits or health coverage
- Mileage reimbursement
Non-Supervisory/ Supervisory testing available at Grossmont College at 10:00 a.m. in the Career Center Rm. 627
For more information contact Nancy Davis (619) 644-7615 or Willow Rouillard (619) 813-3640.
Attention Benefit Card Holders
February 16, 2010
This week (02/16-02/19) you can get your “cash back” on books. The maximum amount of money you can get back is $5. Head to the Student Activities Window to receive this benefit. You must present a Grossmont College Bookstore receipt at the window to be eligible for the cash back.
Clubs Faire
Tuesday and Wednesday (02/16 & 02/17) from 11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. Grossmont College’s clubs will be on show in the Student Quad. If you are looking to get involved on campus, then here is a great chance to find out about a club that is a best fit for your interests.
Grossmont Celebrates Black History Month
February 2, 2010
In honor of Black History Month Grossmont College will be hosting several great events. We will have some special guests and we encourage you to come out to our events and celebrate with us.
| Days | Event | Times | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb. 2nd-5th | Education Posters: Connecting the Past and Inspiring the Future | All day | Main Quad |
| Feb. 9th-10th | Afro-Cuban Ensemble | 12:00-1:00p.m. | Main Quad |
| Feb. 9th | Mr. David Johnson Singer and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Orator | 12:00-2:00p.m. / 7:00-9:00 p.m. | Main Quad / Recital Hall, Rm. 220 |
| Feb. 26th | In the late 1890s, Harry T. Burleigh, “Father of the Negro Spiritual” and Antonin Dvorak, Classical Composer, combined their music for a “New World”. Special guests, featuring piano and violin duos and Grossmont College’s Gospel Choir. | 7:00 p.m. | Recital Hall, Rm. 220 |
Sponsored by the WACC Committee
For additional information, contact Student Affairs at 619.644.7600