Student Life

APIDA Events

October is Filipino-American History Month, and the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Resource Center is hosting events to honor it. The following take place in the APIDA center, HUM-123, unless noted. 

• Filipino Halloween Party and Tagalog Learning 
  When: Tuesday, October 21, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
• Potluck for Filipino Heritage and Diwali
  When: Wednesday, October 22, 3 - 5:30 p.m.
• Filipino Club Flag Parade by Pond
  When: Tuesday, October 28, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

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Spooktacular Winter Wellness:
“Treat Yourself to Health”

The Student Health & Wellness Center and the Classified Senate invites the campus and surrounding community to the Spooktacular Winter Wellness: “Treat Yourself to Health” event. Enjoy free flu shots, treat bags, flu and cold supplies, and a variety of health and wellness activities provided by several campus departments,  including services from a registered dietician, along with Halloween-themed activities, refreshments, raffles, games, and more.

When: Wednesday, October 29, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Breezeway between Gym II and Pool 

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You're Invited

Pups N' Pints

Join the Cypress College Foundation on campus for Pups N' Pints. This free event is open to Cypress College alumni, retirees, and community members. Enjoy beer on tap, food trucks, pet portraits, and live music. Bring your pup in costume to compete in the Halloween Costume Contest!

When: Friday, October 24, 4 - 8 p.m.
Where: Pond

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Haunted Open House

Stop by to pick up treats and learn about the Career Planning and Workforce Development Center at its Haunted Open House. Plus, prepare for the Job Fair by getting help with your resume and elevator pitch! Visit the Career Closet for your free professional outfit on Tuesday, October 28, 1 p.m., and Wednesday October 29, 5 p.m.

When: October 27 - 29
Where: CCCPLX-215

Check Out the Haunted Open House 

Transfer / Pre-Grad and Job Fair

The T/PG fair educates students about transfer options and career preparation. College and university reps will discuss admissions requirements, and Cypress College’s Division of Student Services reps will share information on services students need to succeed after transfer.

When: October 30, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Pond

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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: Exhibit runs until November 13
Where: Edouard de Merlier Gallery (TE1, second floor)

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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: Exhibit runs until November 13
Where: Cypress College Art Gallery 

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Events and Deadlines

October 22

Registration Assistance: Help with Choosing Your Classes

When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Registration Lab, Student Center, 2nd Floor

Library Author Talks: Finding my Way by Malala Yousafzai

When: 4 p.m.
Where: Live Online
Register at Cypress College Library Author Talks

UC Transfer Application Workshop

When: 5 p.m.
Where: Student Center, 2nd Floor

October 23

Online Loan Orientation

When: 2 p.m.
Where: Contact Financial Aid for more details

OCAPICA Workshop

When: 2 - 4:30  p.m.
Where: APIDA Center HUM-123

Halloween Party Potluck

When: 7 p.m.
Where: Campus Theater

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