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WESTWEEK

January 3, 2025

By WLAC

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Westweek captures the news and event headlines in one easy spot. Check back regularly for the news you should know and/or follow us on Instagram or Facebook  

Spring Events Calendar At-A-Glance

News to Know

Sat, Jan 25
Registration Event

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All Majors Welcome
Paid Summer Internships

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FEATURED ITEMS & EVENTS

Registration Assistance Event: Sat, Jan 25

  • Help getting started: Get hands-on assistance with the online application, selecting classes and connecting with student services.
  • $0 Tuition Promise Program: Fall 2025 in-coming first-time, full-time Freshmen can sign-up for the $0 Tuition Promise Program
  • Summer Paid Internship: Learn more about the summer paid internships available through the Climate Center. Students who will be enrolled in Summer and/or Fall 2025 are eligible to apply.  
  • Adult Education: Get information on our FREE Adult Education programs including ESL, GED test prep, Short-term job prep, Pre-College level English & Math, and more
Dates & Hours:

Spring Semester Starts Feb 10;  Coming Holidays: Jan 20, Feb 14-17, Mar 31
 

Succeed in Your Online Class - Feb Date TBA

Club Rush & In-N-Out Lunch (FREE): Tues, Feb 11
For 1st Generation College Students - Survival Guide: Feb 25 
Ethnic Studies / University Transfer Event: Feb 25
Micro-Forest Planting: Sat, Mar 8 
 
Next Academic Program Info Sessions 

Computer Science / Game Development - Saturdays, Jan 25;  Dental Hygiene - Feb 3; Medical Assisting / CNA - Jan 23, 30; Paralegal - Jan 27, Feb 24

Career & Money

2025 - 2026 FAFSA  Time to Apply! 

  • How to Sessions Tuesdays: Jan 28, Feb 25, Mar 11 ...At $20/hour, it takes 50 hours to earn $1,000. But in just 90 minutes, you can complete the FAFSA that may qualify you to receive over $6,000 for college related expenses. It's worth it! How to videos


Soooooo many internships, jobs, workshops and other opportunities being posted on the Career Center Instagram @WLACCareerCenter  - Check us out

  • The Career Center is hiring an on-campus office intern. To apply, send your resume to WLAC-CareerCenter@laccd.edu
  • Meet The Employer: LA County Arts Internship: Feb 24
     

You Can Do It!

Club Updates

Wildcat News

Home Games

W. Basketball Jan 29; Feb 8; M. Basketball Jan 22; Feb 1, 12

Good to Know

  • TimelyCare Services include: 

    • TalkNow - 24/7, on-demand access to mental health care professionals 

    • Scheduled Counseling - Select the day, time, and mental health provider of your choice. (12 visits per year) 

    • Basic Needs Support - Get connected to low or reduced-cost community resources. 

    • Self-Care Content - Yoga and meditation sessions and group conversations with our providers on a variety of health and well-being topics.

    • To sign-up for TimelyCare: 

      • Go to timelycare.com/westlacollege 

      • Directly download the TimelyCare app from the app store to register with your WLAC.edu email address.

  • Parking: It's free for the 1st two weeks. Then you'll need a semester parking pass ($27) or day pass ($2) which you can purchase in the parking lots. OR, catch the Culver Bus #3 or #4 to campus. Free Metro ITAP cards available for students in the Welcome Center (TLC 1st Floor)
  • Food: Cafe West (SSB 1st Floor) Mon - Thur 8:00 - 2:30; Bookstore Mon - Thur 9:00 - 4:00, Fri 9:00 - 1:00; PAWs Mon - Thur 12:00 - 7:00, Fri 9:00 - 1:00; Vending Machines outside Library facing Wildcat Walkway 
  • Payment Plan for Fees: Students can now use a no-interest payment plan to pay fees using smaller payments over several weeks

Accommodation Needed? LACCD encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Student Services at (310) 287-4333 or studentservices@wlac.edu as soon as possible, but no later than five (5) business days prior to the event.

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