Anniversary Events
Students, alumni, employees and community are invited to take part in creating fun and festive anniversary celebrations that honors our past, celebrates our vibrant present, and looks toward the bright future of the Gauchos.
Learn about the rich and dynamic history of Glendale Community College. Visit our extensive archives on our Library website.
Be sure to visit regularly as we’ll keep updating this site with the latest information.
March/April (To Be Confirmed)
All-Employee (and Retiree!) Picnic
The All-employee (and retiree!) picnic is back! The Faculty Senate, with the assistance of GCC's 60th Anniversary Committee, cordially invites you to attend an all-employee Friday lunchtime picnic at Saguaro Ranch Park, just north of the Main Campus. Hot food (both meat and meatless options) and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Please join us as we re-institute this fun tradition! Details on exact date, time, and menu to be provided soon.
Date: Info to come
April
GCC 60th Anniversary and Community Celebration
Students, alumni, employees, and the community are invited to take part in creating a fun and festive anniversary celebration that honors our past, celebrates our vibrant present, and looks toward the bright future of GCC Gauchos. There will be activities presented by our Career and Technical Education and Academic Programs for those exploring enrollment options at GCC.
- Meet with program directors, instructors, and advisors to learn about career paths
- Talk to Financial Aid Specialists
- Learn about campus activities and clubs
- Find out how GCC can help with internships and jobs
- Food and Prizes
Date: April 1, 2025
Time: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Center Mall; Enter campus at 61st Avenue and Olive
60th Anniversary Student Art Show Opening Night
Join us for an evening to view the artistic talents of our students. Meet with current and retired art faculty.
Students, parents, employees and the general public are invited to this event.
Date: April 17, 2025
Time: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Student Union Room 104
May
GCC’s 60th Commencement Ceremony
Date: May 9, 2025
Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Info to come
August
Staff and Faculty: Celebrate GCC's 60th Anniversary with Us!
Join us for a special Ice Cream Social in honor of GCC’s 60th Anniversary! As part of the celebration, we’ll be wrapping up the 2nd Annual Summer Gaucho Goofy Golf Tournament along with announcing the winners. Even if you haven’t participated in the tournament, we’ll have additional Goofy Golf games available for all employees to enjoy. There will be a special award for the top golfer of the day! Dress in your goofiest golf attire and join us for a fun-filled afternoon celebrating 60 years of GCC.
Date: August 13, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Student Union Room 104
September
Spirit Week
Stay tuned for more details.
October
Music Showcase in the new Performing Arts Center
Stay tuned for more details.
Date: October 10, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Location: GCC’s Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Past Anniversary Events
Past Anniversary Events
February
The Story of GCC North: An Archival Journey
Join us for an afternoon filled with archives where you can learn about the history and construction of the GCC North campus with an interactive display and discussion. A brief presentation will begin at 1 p.m. with an open discussion, browsing, and question period to follow. Sean O'Brien, the archives librarian, will lead the event and be available to answer questions. Alberto Sanchez, Retired Vice President of Student Affairs; Chuck Jeffery, Retired Dean of GCC North; and DeeDee Denslow, former Dean of GCC North will attend to answer questions. Light refreshments will be served.
Date: February 11, 2025
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: GCC North, Room C-130
The Story of GCC: An Archival Journey
Join us to learn about the rich history and life of the college through a decade-by-decade journey of the college's history. Sift through some of the historical collections and artifacts of the college and take part in an interactive GCC History Quiz. There will also be an interactive archives activity that students can take for extra credit. The presentation and quiz will begin at 1 p.m. with an open discussion, browsing, and question period to follow. The interactive archives can be taken anytime between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sean O'Brien, the archives librarian, will be available to answer questions. As well as Terry Prince Sims, daughter of John F. Prince, GCC's first Executive Dean (president), will be in attendance to share her knowledge.
Date: February 12, 2025
Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: GCC Main, Room L-138 SW, corner of the Library Media Center
Pizza with Current and Past Presidents
Dr. Tiffany Hernandez, Dr. Terry Leyba Ruiz, Dr. Irene Kovala and Dr. Philip Randolph.
Date: February 12, 2025
Time: Noon - 1 p.m.
Location: Student Union Room 104
GCC Spirit Week – February 18-20
Tuesday - wear your favorite baseball cap and join us for hot dogs, popcorn, games, and prizes.
Date: February 18, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: GCC Athletic Fields
Wednesday - wear your favorite red t-shirts and support the men’s and women’s basketball teams.
Thursday - dress in your 60’s clothing for a photo opportunity.
All Ages: Employees, Community and Students are invited