WESTWEEK

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News to Know

Thur, Nov 21
Turkey & Stuff Giveaway

Sat, Nov 23:
You & Your Money

FEATURED ITEMS & EVENTS

Thanksgiving Holiday: Nov 28 - Dec 1

Wildcat Wins:

• Women - Basketball: 4 Consecutive Wins against Taft, Allan Hancock, Ventura & San Diego; Soccer: in the last 8 games, 4 wins & 1 Tie
• Men - Football: 52 - 35 against College of the Dessert 
   

Citizenship & Immigration Legal Resources Info - Nov 16
 

CAPS Leadership Program - Nov 19

• Sponsored by CA Hispanic Chambers of Commerce Foundation, this program includes internships, mentorship, skills training, networks opportunities and more. Application Info Session on Zoom, Nov 19 @ 4:00 pm

You & Your Money Workshop - Nov 23 

• This semi-annual free Zoom workshop led by Prof. Daniel covers: How to build or rehab your credit; Methods of saving and spending; Designing your budget; Avoiding financial predators and more.
   

2025 - 2026 FAFSA Application Available Dec. 1 
 

Ethnic Studies Symposium & Career Resources Fair: Dec 3

• Enjoy the complimentary taco bar and hear from inspiring Ethnic Studies professionals from around the country. Learn about their experiences and the job possibilities in this field.
   

EOPS Season Celebration - Dec 5
 

Next Info Sessions 

• Computer Science - Nov 16;  Dental / Orthodontic Assisting - Nov 20, 24;  Medical Assisting / CNA - Dec 5;  Pharmacy Tech Nov 20, 27; Paralegal - Dec 2

Club Updates

• Psychology Club - Wednesdays @ 5pm on Zoom...Nov 20: Get to Know Us + Managing Stress
• Encounter Jesus (Christian Club) - Tues, Nov 19 @ Noon...all invited to enjoy music, scripture and prayer
• Gardening Group - Tuesdays 4-6pm at the Green House between MSA and SC - sponsored by the S.A.V.E. Environmental Club which meets Thursdays on Zoom. Details on IG @WLACEnvironmentalClub
• STEM Club - Thurs, Nov 21 @ 12:00 - Launch Meeting in MSA 005
• Child Development Club - Get to know us. Details on Instagram
• Other clubs

Transfer News

Visit the Transfer Center Calendar for details on these and other transfer workshops. 

• Nov 19: CSU Application Workshop

• Nov 20: Mount Saint Mary's University - "On the Spot Admissions Event"

• other sessions include SDSU, CSULA, UC Davis, UCSB, USC Engineering, Personal Essays, Drop-In hours

The UC & Cal State Application Deadline is December 2, 2024

• CSU Application Guide 25-26
• UC Application Guide

Career & Money

• Soooooo many internships, jobs, workshops and other opportunities being posted on the Career Center Instagram @WLACCareerCenter  - Check us out
• NOV 20: Digital Storytelling Pre-Apprenticeship program through Venice Arts. Application Info Session on Zoom, Nov 20 @ 3:00 p

Say Yes to Academic Success 

• Academic Counseling: Selecting a Major & The Right Classes Nov 20, Dec 6, 10
   
• Write Better Papers: How to Research & Make Citations Nov 20

Wildcat News

Home Games

• W. Basketball Nov 21, Nov 27; M. Basketball Nov 26, Wild West Shootout Dec 5, 6, 7

Information Sessions

Zoom Links / Locations

• Computer Science: Saturdays at 1:00 pm Aug 24 - Dec 21 (In-Person)

• Paralegal: Nov 4, Dec 2 (Zoom)

Health Science

• Dental Assisting: Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays - see schedule and links 
  Tuesdays: @ 3:00pm Dec 3
  Sundays: @ 8:00am Nov 24

• Orthodontic Assisting: Wednesdays - see schedule and links 
  @ 6:00pm Nov 20, Dec 18

• Dental Hygiene: Nov 11 @ 7:00 pm 
• CNA: Nov 14, Dec 5 @ 5:30 pm
• Medical Assistant: Nov 14, Dec 5 @ 3:30 pm
• Pharmacy Tech: Wednesdays: Nov 20, 27, Dec 4, 11, 18
  6:30pm - 8:30pm on Zoom: https://laccd.zoom.us/j/87079246450

Other Events Coming This Fall

• Finals Schedule (Dec 9 - 13)
• 2024 - 2025 Events Year-at-a-Glance

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.