Workshops

Summer 2025 Hours (Starting June 9, 2025)
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Weekends & Holidays: Closed

Closed June 1, 2025 to June 8, 2025

Location: Learning Resources Center, First Floor

Virtual Front Desk via Zoom: https://cccd-edu.zoom.us/my/gwcasc

Front Desk Phone: (714) 895-8904

Email: academicsuccessctr@gwc.cccd.edu

The Academic Success Center offers free workshops for College Success, Grammar, and Writing. In person workshops will be held in the Academic Success Center which is located on the first floor of the LRC Building. Please see the lists below for topics and dates.

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COLLEGE SUCCESS WORKSHOP SERIES

All college success workshops will be in person at 1pm-2pm. Locations and dates are listed below.

Note-Taking Strategies

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Location: Academic Success Center

In this workshop, we’ll explore various note-taking techniques, tips, and tools to help you capture important information efficiently and effectively. Throughout the workshop, you'll discover the benefits of active note-taking and enhanced understanding of complex concepts. You’ll learn how to organize your notes for optimal review and study, ensuring you’re well-prepared for exams and assignments. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to improve your note-taking abilities and achieve your full academic capacity.

Time Management and Goal Setting

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Location: Academic Success Center

In this workshop, we’ll dive into the importance of goal setting, exploring proven strategies and techniques to help you clarify your objectives, overcome obstacles, and make meaningful progress toward your aspirations. We will cover topics such as identifying your core values and passions, setting SMART Goals, and managing your time effectively to take proactive steps towards achieving your aspirations.

Study Skills

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Location: Academic Success Center

In this workshop, you’ll discover proven techniques to enhance your learning efficiency, boost your productivity, and achieve better results in your studies. Whether you’re preparing for upcoming exams, striving to improve your grades, or simply looking to enhance your study skills, this workshop will provide you with practical tools and strategies to excel academically. Don’t miss this opportunity to take control of your studies and unleash your full potential!

Motivation and Mindset

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Location: Academic Success Center

This workshop is designed to help students develop effective stress management techniques and create a healthy school-work-life balance. Students will learn how to prioritize tasks, manage their time efficiently, and implement strategies for reducing stress while maintaining productivity. You’ll have the opportunity to explore your stressors, pinpoint areas that need improvement, and create plans that will bring greater balance into your life.

Planning for the Future

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Location: Academic Success Center

In this interactive workshop, you’ll be able to visualize a clearer vision of your future as well as discover some steps you can take to help achieve your goals. From collaboration and skill-building tips to researching areas of interest, we’ll cover various topics to support your future planning.

GRAMMAR WORKSHOP SERIES

WRITING WORKSHOP SERIES

All Writing Assistance workshops will be online via Zoom at the times and dates listed below.

Planning Essays and Research Papers

Friday March 7, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will discuss how to approach writing essays and research papers. We will go over the importance of pre-writing activities and outlines, in addition to suggestions for how to pace yourself and stay organized and focused on the requirements in the prompt. There will be an opportunity to practice, so bringing a prompt for a current assignment is encouraged.

Thesis Statements and Topic Sentences

Friday March 14, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will offer extra practice for writing a thesis statement and topic sentences. We will review what they are as well as offer an opportunity to fine-tune those important writing skills. Bringing a current assignment for this practice is encouraged.

Plagiarism: Academic Integrity + AI Considerations

Friday March 21, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will explain what is considered plagiarism in college. Students will learn tips to avoid plagiarizing through quizzes and discussion. It will highlight academic integrity, touch on the importance of adhering to writing style format rules, and offer crucial considerations before using AI.

MLA Style Format

Friday April 11, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will cover what the MLA writing style format is and how to write in accordance with that style. We will review document setup and how to cite the most commonly used sources for in-text citations and the Works Cited page. We will also touch on the dangers of using citation generators and good resources for students who are being asked to write in MLA. Bringing a current assignment will be helpful.

APA Style Format

Friday April 25, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will cover what the APA writing style format is and how to write in accordance with that style. We will review document setup and how to cite the most commonly used sources for in-text citations and the References page. We will also touch on the dangers of using citation generators and good resources for students who are being asked to write in APA. Bringing a current essay assignment will be helpful.

Timed Essay Writing

Friday May 2, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will go over tips to prepare students for essay exams. We will review common organizational patterns that are often used for written tests, in addition to explaining how to approach writing for each pattern. Tips will also be discussed for how to prioritize the time allowed for in-class essays, as well as suggestions for how to practice writing with time restraints.

Revising + Editing Essays

Friday May 9, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop will offer tips for revising and editing writing assignments. Students will learn the difference between revising and editing, as well as how to break up the process so it is less overwhelming and more productive. Coming prepared with a draft for a current assignment is encouraged.

Writing Basics + Quick Tips

Friday May 16, 2025, 10:30-11:30 am

This workshop addresses common areas for improvement in writing. It will highlight frequent issues with grammar and style, as well as offer solutions for quick fixes. Coming prepared with a writing sample or current assignment is encouraged.