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AAPI Heritage Month: Celebrating the Rich Culture and Heritage of Asians & Pacific Islanders in America


AAPI Heritage Month is about paying tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success. The effort to officially recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander contributions to the United States began in the late 1970s and took over 10 years to make it a permanent month-long celebration. Learn more about the origins of AAPI Heritage Month and the 2024 theme of "Advancing Leaders Through Innovation" at history.com.

Upcoming Events:

Experience the World of Kimono & Bystander Intervention Training


Experience the World of Kimono! Kimono Lecture & Dressing Demonstration

Be part of the beautiful and traditional Japanese kimono fashion by joining us for a lecture and dressing demonstration by Akane Mashimo of WakaWakka Kimono and Photo Studio. Akane will dress four guests in a kimono and explain the process of each style. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the elegance of the kimono!

Thursday, May 9th

2:30pm - 4:00pm

Westminster-Le Jao Campus Courtyard


Bystander Intervention Training

Join us for a training session conducted by Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California on bystander intervention. Learn valuable skills and strategies to support and protect members of our community. Let's work together to create a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Wednesday, May 15th

11:00am - 12:30pm

Fountain Valley Student Services Center, Room 109

Celebrate Virtually:

AAPI Heritage Month Zoom Backgrounds


Add some flair to your next virtual class or meeting while also helping recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States with Coastline AAPI Heritage Month Zoom Backgrounds. Download yours at coastline.edu/zoom-backgrounds!

Coastline Staff & Faculty Celebrate with AAPI Cuisine


Coastline College President Dr. Vince Rodriguez learns how to make traditional Fresh Spring Rolls from EOPS Director Mai Le at the Coastline Staff & Faculty AAPI Heritage Month Potluck where staff and leadership came together to celebrate with food, music and an opportunity to learn about Asian and Pacific Islander culture. Also watch Mai teach VP of Student Services, Dr. Kate Mueller, how to make Mango Sticky Rice over at Coastline's YouTube channel!

Use Your Voice, Dolphins! Voting Now Open for your 2024-2025 ASG Officers!


Voting is now open for Coastline's 2024-2025 ASG officers! Your vote matters, Dolphins! The candidates you vote for will represent the student body for the 2024-2025 academic year.


To be eligible to vote, you must enter a valid Coastline ID number. Under no circumstances can a student vote more than once. Elections will close at 11:59pm (PDT) on Friday, 5/10.


Please take time to review statements and bios about the ASG candidates to learn a bit about each candidate before casting your vote.


Be sure to check your email to vote - a link to the official ASG ballot was sent to all enrolled Coastline students on the morning of Friday, 5/3. If you did not receive an email with a link to vote, please contact asg@coastline.edu.

Upcoming Events

 

QPR Suicide Prevention Training

GWC Student Health Center presents QPR Suicide Prevention Training for students. It is online and free! Suicide is far too common. Know the warning signs and become more comfortable helping suicidal friends and family. Please sign up for the training and learn how to potentially save a life!

Tuesday, May 7th

1:00pm - 3:00pm (PDT)

RSVP to jmoss31@gwc.cccd.edu

Strategies for Success: Overcoming Testing Anxiety

Many students become apprehensive about test-taking. In this session, learn ways to cope with test-taking anxiety and optimize your preparation for the exams and quizzes in your Coastline courses.

Wednesday, May 8th

11:00am - 12:00pm (PDT)

Online via Zoom

Wellness Series: Music and Identity

Music is such an integral part of our culture, stage of life, and identity. It evokes emotion and memories. Come learn about the language of music and its applications in expressing our inner selves. This is an interactive, in-person, workshop where you will get to remember the joys of play via musical instruments. Instruments will be provided, however you may bring your own instrument if you would like.

Thursday, May 9th

2:00pm - 3:00pm (PDT)

In-Person @ Student Services Center, Room 203

Lavender Graduation

Please join us for the Coast Community College District (CCCD) Lavender Graduation. Lavender Graduation is a celebration to honor and acknowledge the achievements and contributions of our LGBTQIA+ identifying graduates. Guests are welcome. Graduates from Coastline, Golden West, and Orange Coast Colleges who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community will be honored at the event. Refreshments will be served.

Friday, May 10th

5:30pm - 7:30pm

In-Person @ Golden West College

 

Weekly Reoccurring Events


Pantry Distribution

The Coastline Food Pantry supports students' nutritional needs with both perishable and non-perishable items available free of charge through weekly programming and Food Box pick up. Learn more about the Coastline Pantry and Coastline's Department of Basic Needs.

Monday, May 6th

11:00am - 1:00pm

In-Person @ Garden Grove Campus

Thursday, May 9th

11:00am - 1:00pm

In-Person @ Newport Beach Campus


Drop-In Hours with Student Services Team

Every Tuesday drop by to meet with staff from the Dean of Students team to get your questions answered!

Tuesday, May 7th

9:00am - 5:00pm

In-Person @ Westminster-Le Jao Campus


Xploit Cybersecurity Club Meeting

Coastline's cybersecurity club (Xploit) meets weekly to discuss cyber competitions, computer networking, and cybersecurity topics. We are here to support and educate students and provide a meeting place for those interested in learning cybersecurity. All are welcome regardless of your skill level!

Tuesday, May 7th

6:00pm - 7:00pm (PDT)

Online via Zoom


Associated Student Government (ASG) Meeting

Associated Student Government (ASG) meetings are open to students, college employees, and the public. The meetings are a great opportunity to get involved in student leadership, learn about happenings at Coastline College, and share perspectives during public forum, a time reserved for members of the public to address the ASG on issues on or not already appearing on the agenda.

Wednesday, May 8th

3:00pm - 5:00pm (PDT)

Hybrid: In-Person @ Student Services Center (Room 217) & Online via Zoom

 

Additional Highlights

DAP Summer 2024 Book Voucher Application Now Open!

Need books for classes? Check to see if you qualify for a book voucher, today! The Dolphin Assistance Program (DAP) book voucher is awarded to eligible students in Fall, Spring, and Summer terms based on program funding availability, student program eligibility and financial aid eligibility. Students participating in the Book Voucher program agree to return their books to the Basic Needs Office at the conclusion of the semester. The books will be donated to the Coastline book borrowing program. Students must participate in one workshop and complete a follow up survey. The Summer 2024 applications is now open and awarding will start mid-May 2024. If you have any questions, please email studentequity@coastline.edu or visit the Textbook Assistance webpage for more information.

 

Take Part in the Coast Community College District Black Graduation Celebration

Join us for an Umoja/Black student graduation celebration! Are you graduating or transferring this semester? If so, we would like to celebrate you and all of your success! The Coast Community College District will be hosting its 2nd Black Graduation Celebration! Join us as we celebrate the success of our African and Black/African American students in the Coast District. The celebration will take place Thursday, May 16th at 5:30pm - please register by May 10th to guarantee your stole and certificate. Questions? Please contact us at umoja@coastline.edu.


Calling All Coastline Writers & Artists! Storyline Issue 6 Needs You!

Our editors seek submissions for the Fall 2024 issue of StoryLine, Coastline's Online "Arts and Letters" Magazine! Submit your artwork, photography, poetry, essays, short stories, or digital stories by filling out the Submission Form. The deadline for all submissions is July 1, 2024. Visit the Storyline Submissions event page for more info, including all submission guidelines. Questions? Email Faculty Advisor Oceana Callum or Managing Student Editor Michaela Davis.


Free Loan Counseling & Assistance for Coastline Students with ECMC Solutions

We've teamed up with Solutions at ECMC to answer all of your student loan repayment questions. Solutions is a service of the non-profit organization ECMC and is dedicated to helping students manage educational loans. Their resources are available to you free of charge. To contact a Solutions Student Loan Repayment Advisor, email or web chat, ecmcsolutions.org, or call them at (877) 331-3262. Ready to start repaying your student loans? ECMC Solutions has put together a series of webinars designed to assist you in preparing for this crucial stage, addressing all aspects of student loan repayment. Sign up for an ECMC Solutions Webinar today.

 

Save the Date for Coastline's 2024 Commencement Ceremony!


Congratulations Coastline graduates! You, your family and friends are cordially invited to this grand event. The ceremony will begin promptly at 6pm at our Fountain Valley Campus. Seating will be available from 5pm on a first come, first serve basis, so come early. Parking is free. A limited quantity of gifts, flowers, and leis will be available for purchase. Pre-order on our website and avoid the hassle. For more information visit us at coastline.edu/commencement.

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