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Ironwood Reads Book Discussion Attracts More than 400 Students Prompting a Visit from 'Marilyn'

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ – Promoting teen literacy is so vital to Ironwood High School English teacher, football and basketball coach, David Ellis that he recently threw dignity aside,...

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GCC Honored as Military Friendly School

from:Glendale Community College

Glendale Community College has been designated a Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, a national magazine for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. The 2012...

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Register Now

from:Glendale Community College

Register now for summer and fall classes at GCC. Summer I session begins Tues, May 29; Summer II session begins Mon, July 2. Fall classes begin Mon, Aug. 20.

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2012 Commencement

from:Glendale Community College

GCC's 47th Annual Commencement Ceremony will be held 7 PM, Friday, May 11 at Grand Canyon University's Arena. For full details including information about rehearsal and...

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Aeros Dance Performance

from:Glendale Community College

GCC's VERVE Dance Co. and special guest artists are proud to present AEROS, a celebration of buoyant and unbound movement, April 27 - 29. Friday's performance is part of...

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GCC Wins National Climate Award

from:Glendale Community College

Planet Forward and Second Nature recognized GCC's sustainability efforts and climate innovation in Second Nature's Climate Leadership Awards in the Associate College...

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DNA Day

from:Glendale Community College

The 10th Annual DNA Day unwinds on campus from 11 AM - noon, Friday, April 20 in the Student Union room 104. Read more...

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GCC SWEEPS NATIONAL AWARDS

from:Glendale Community College

Marketing and PR efforts in social media marketing received a national Paragon Award for the ground-breaking Facebook Career Me! ap. The poignant alumni "Thank You" ad...

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Bone Marrow Drive

from:Glendale Community College

"Be the Match" bone marrow drive from 10 AM - 2 PM on March 27 & 28 by the Union. Learn more.

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Nursing Panel

from:Glendale Community College

So you think you want to be a nurse? Catch a panel discussion with the Glendale Association of Student Nurses 4 - 6 PM, Thurs, March 8. A regular schedule of pre-nursing...

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NAU Connection Day

from:Glendale Community College

Get your NAU bachelor's degree without leaving GCC! Check out how from 10 AM - 1 PM, Tues, Feb. 22 in Central Mall. Enjoy music, treats, fun and giveaways.

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Glendale Departments Participate In Scitech Festival on February 25, 2012

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ – The city of Glendale is partnering with the Arizona SciTech Festival taking place now through March 14. This past weekend, Glendale hosted its 17th annual...

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SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES

from:Glendale Community College

Turn in your applications for the Los Diablos & Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy scholarships by Thurs, March 1.

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RecycleMania Competition is Coming!

from:Glendale Community College

The 2012 RecycleMania competition is Feb. 5 - March 31. GCC is competing nationally to set a new recycling record, increase recycling and reduce waste. GCC set a monthly recycling...

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GCC Finalist in Climate Leadership Awards

from:Glendale Community College

Glendale Community College has been selected as a finalist in the 2012 Second Nature Climate Leadership Awards. Nominations were invited from American College & University...

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Winter Break

from:Glendale Community College

Glendale Community College campuses will be closed beginning noon on Fri, Dec 23. Offices will reopen on Tues, Jan 3 and Spring classes begin Sat, Jan 14. You can register for the...

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Kinetic - Fall 2011 Dance Show

from:Glendale Community College

GCC Dance is pleased to bring you three free performances filled with live music and exhilarating dancing in their show titled "Kinetic." Performances will be at 7:30 PM...

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Winter Formal

from:Glendale Community College

Associated Student Government is hosting a winter formal from 8 - 11 PM on Sat, Dec 2 in the Student Union. All proceeds will benefit the Salvation Army's Christmas Angel...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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GCC GOES SMOKE FREE

from:Glendale Community College

To mark the 36th annual Great American Smokeout, all Maricopa Community Colleges are kicking off the Breathe Easy campaign which includes smoking cessation resources and our plan...

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Gauchos Go For Bowl Champ

from:Glendale Community College

Glendale Community College will once again be hosting and competing in the Valley of the Sun Bowl. Game will be Sat, Dec 6 at 1 PM against the Dean College Bulldogs. For ticket...

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Basketball Season Begins

from:Glendale Community College

Catch the opening home game of the Gaucho women's and men's basketball teams on Wed, Nov 16. Women play at 5:30 PM and men play at 7:30 PM. Can't make it to this...

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$30,000 Scholarship Deadline

from:Glendale Community College

The applications for the All-USA Academic Team scholarship and the $30,000 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship are due by 10 PM on Sun, Nov 13.

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Veterans Day

from:Glendale Community College

Students, staff, veterans and their families are invited to a celebration from noon to 3 PM, Thurs, Nov 10 at Glendale Community College honoring those who have served our country...

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University Transfer Day at GCC Oct 5

from:Glendale Community College

From 10 AM - 2 PM, Wednesday, Oct 5, find out how to attend Glendale Community College at affordable, 2-year-college tuition rates and then seamlessly transfer to a university.

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Dr. Carlos Nuñez-Noriega Honored

from:Glendale Community College

Dr. Carlos Nuñez-Noriega has been honored as a champion of higher education in Arizona's Latino community with the Dr. Alfredo G. de los Santos, Jr. Outstanding Latino...

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GCC Named 2012 Military Friendly School

from:Glendale Community College

GCC has been designated a Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, a magazine for personnel transitioning into civilian life. The 2012 Military Friendly Schools list honors the top...

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Ghost 211 Live At GCC

from:Glendale Community College

The band, Ghost 211, will be performing their "Old School Metal" live at 7 PM on Fri, Sept 16 in the Performing Arts Center. All proceeds will benefit the GCC Chemistry...

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Vote Online Today In Student Elections

from:Glendale Community College

Vote online for 11 new GCC Associated Student Government Council Members and to approve changes to the ASG Constitution. All registered students are encouraged to vote, 9 AM Sep....

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So You Think You Can Dance?

from:Glendale Community College

Find out what it really takes to be a professional dancer from some of the top pros in the field. A free roundtable discussion is scheduled for 1:30-2 PM, Sept 3 in the Fitness...

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GCC Calls For Actors

from:Glendale Community College

Fall semester brings three great opportunities to perform! Auditions for two Fall student productions will be held Sept 8, 2-5 PM in the PAC Auditorium. "Animal Farm"...

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Fall Semester Has Begun!

from:Glendale Community College

Fall semester has begun but there is are still online and later starting classes to sign up for. Parking availability during the first few weeks of school is best in the north...

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Back to School for Glendale - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Glendale! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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Apply Now for Scholarships

from:Glendale Community College

Scholarships for the Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 semesters are now open. You can apply online by Fri, Sept 16. For more information about the new scholarship application process...

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Back To School Bike Safety Tips!

Many children will be riding their bikes every day as the school year gets underway this month. Glendale’s Transportation Safety Educator has invaluable information on ways to...

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Fourth of July Reminder

from:Glendale Community College

As a reminder, GCC will not host a fireworks display and celebration this year. Contact the city of Glendale at 623-930-3077 or visit www.glendaleaz.com for details about other...

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Free Association Poetry Returns

from:Glendale Community College

Free Association Poetry is back on campus at 7 PM the second Tuesday of every month. Catch next month's event on July 12 to hear or join open mic poetry and short story...

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District Board Approves New GCC President Dr. Irene Kovala

from:Glendale Community College

The Governing Board of the Maricopa Community Colleges unanimously has approved the appointment of Irene H. Kovala as president of Glendale Community College, effective Aug. 8,...

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Blogging From Afar: GCC faculty write from Africa and Japan

from:Glendale Community College

GCC faculty member Dr. Robert Reavis sets off for Japan where he will study traditional fisheries and modern environmentalism during the 2011-2010 school year. Nutrition...

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GCC Summer Classes Begin May 31

from:Glendale Community College

Don't miss your chance to take classes for credit or for fun this summer beginning May 3.

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GCC Honors Student Awarded $30,000 Scholarship

from:Glendale Community College

Angie Warren was preparing to withdraw from her fall Arizona State University classes because the funds just were not available for her to pursue her bachelor's degree. Then...

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Presidential Candidates Forum April 28

from:Glendale Community College

Did you miss the candidate forums? View videos from last week online.

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Performing Arts

from:Glendale Community College

Catch different musical performances this month including a choral concert, percussion ensemble concert and guitar recital. Want to be a part of VERVE Dance Co.? Auditions are 5...

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Dance Leaps into Spring

from:Glendale Community College

GCC Dance Co. and guest artists leap on stage 7:30PM April 29 and 30 in the lofty performance of "Spring." Details here. If you want to be a part of VERVE Dance Co.,...

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Presidential Candidates Forum April 28

from:Glendale Community College

The public is invited to forums with each of the four finalists for GCC president 4:00 PM - 6:35 PM on April 28; students invited to candidates luncheons 11 AM - 1 PM.

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Career Advancement

from:Glendale Community College

Get your BA degree from Northern Arizona University while on the GCC campus! Attend FREE workshops in the career and counseling services center.

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Arts and Entertainment

from:Glendale Community College

Hooters, the play, at GCC, April 15-23. Stories of magic and the supernatural are presented by Dr. Nasario Garcia, 5 PM on Mon, April 11 in SU 104.

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Arts and Entertainment

from:Glendale Community College

Enjoy music and dance onstage at the International Festival from 9:30 AM to 2 PM, April 6 and 7 in the Central Mall. Classical music lovers will enjoy the Phoenix Symphony at GCC...

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$10,000 Foundation Scholarship

from:Glendale Community College

Graduating students who are planning to transfer to an accredited, four-year university next year can apply for the Diane H. Thomas Scholarship in the amount of $10,000. Deadline...

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