@Cypress 09/22/25 Walk of Hope, Two Gallery Opening Receptions, and Hispanic Heritage Month This Week
Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month continues, with events this week on the Cypress College campus.
Presence in Absence: Dia de Los Muertos Workshop and the Power of Remembrance takes place Tuesday, September 23 at 10 a.m. in the College Complex Building, Room 414. And much more — the events continue into October!
View the Full List of Hispanic Heritage Month Events.
Great Shake Out October 16
The 2025 National Great Shake Out earthquake drill takes place Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:16 a.m. Cypress College will conduct a “Full Evacuation” exercise, unless a disability prevents it. No alarms will go off; messages will arrive electronically. Campus Safety officers will be at assembly points and lead people to their evacuation zone. More information will follow closer to the event.
Pat Ganer Celebration of Life
Celebrate the life of Dr. Patricia Ganer, a beloved professor, coach, mentor, colleague, and friend known as the matriarch of Cypress College. Share laughter, tears, and gratitude for Pat as the college honors and celebrates a life that continues to inspire.
When: Tuesday, October 14, 2 p.m.
Where: Cypress College (exact location TBD)
Winter/Spring 2026 Schedule Available
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Career Planning and Workforce Development Center Workshops and Events
Gear up for your career search by attending Career Planning and Workforce Development Workshops and Events. Starting this week and continuing through October, you’ll get a chance to sharpen your skills and navigate the job hunt. Here are the September events:
Skills for Success Workshop
When: Thursday, September 25, 12 p.m.
Where: CCCPLX-215
Visit the Career Planning and Workforce Development Center.
From Here to There: Karen Emmett Exhibition
New exhibition From Here to There represents photographic and mixed media work from 1999-present. These artworks document the unspectacular, the overlooked, search for identity, and transformation and help define similarities or differences.
When: Opening reception Thursday, September 25; exhibit runs until November 13
Where: Edouard de Merlier Gallery (TE1, second floor)
Find More Information on the Photo Gallery.
Fourth Annual Walk of Hope
Join the 4th annual Walk of Hope on September 24. This event is for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Awareness. Hosted by our Active Minds Club and the Student Health and Wellness Center, this is a powerful event dedicated to bringing our community together in support, hope, and healing. This walk is more than just a gathering; it is a chance to:
- Honor and remember those we’ve lost
- Raise awareness about suicide prevention
- Break the stigma surrounding mental health
- Encourage connection
When: Wednesday, September 24, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where: In front of Student Life and Leadership
Art of the Haitian Global South, 2025
Haitian Revolution: Art of the Haiti Global South, 2025, showcases the talent of the Haitian Diaspora, as well as aspects of Haitian history and spirituality. Images of Haiti’s independence ancestors hang alongside Haitian Realist works depicting life in Haiti, and Magic Realist visions of people living their everyday lives on the island nation surrounded by unpolluted waters, peace, and plenty.
Haitian Revolution: Art of the Haiti Global South, 2025, is part of the 8th SUR:BIENNIAL, a presentation of works by local and international artists influenced by the artistic traditions of Mexico, Central & South America, and the Caribbean.
When: Opening reception Thursday, September 25, 6 – 8 p.m.; exhibit runs until November 13
Where: Cypress College Art Gallery
Visit the Cypress College Art Gallery.
Additional Events
September 25
Online Loan Orientation
When: 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: CCCPLX-120
Spanish Club Blindfold Karaoke
When: 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: CCCPLX-216
September 26
Last Day to Apply for Fall 2025 Degrees and Certificates.
Access Degree and Certificate Applications Online.
SI Sessions: PHYS 222
When: 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: SEM-111
September 29
Associated Students Meeting
When: 1 – 3 p.m.
Where: Student Life & Leadership
Learn More About Associated Students.
SI Sessions: PHYS 222
When: 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: SEM-111