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.
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. Chuck Jeffery, Retired 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
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
April
Community Block Party/ with Frazier Carnival and Glendale Union School District
Stay tuned for more details.
Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: South Parking Lot (S2 Red) near the Humanities building
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 and special guest Janie Adams.
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
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)