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This month, Coastline joins communities nationwide in raising awareness about the impact of relationship violence and the importance of prevention. It’s a time to support survivors, learn how to recognize unhealthy patterns, and promote safe, respectful relationships, breaking the cycle of violence and building a culture of care and respect.
This year’s campaign grows on last year's theme - With Survivors, Always. Where last year called us to stand in safety, support and solidarity with survivors, this year is about taking action. Learn more at dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors.
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Relationship Violence Awareness Month Events
at Coast Colleges
This Relationship Violence Awareness Month, we move from awareness to action - uplifting survivors' voice, supporting their safety, and standing with survivors, always. Whether you participate in an event, seek support, support someone you care about, or simply take time for yourself, we hope you will join us this month in helping build a community rooted in care, respect, safety, and support.
Monday, October 5th
Domestic Violence 101 Webinar
Watch a recorded introductory webinar from the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence to learn about the dynamics, root causes, and impact of domestic violence, as well as ways to support survivors and be part of the solution.
Watch Online, Anytime
Tuesday, October 6th
Spill the Title IX Tea-sdays
Join the Title IX Office for brain-tingling trivia to test your knowledge of various topics while enjoying boba tea.
11:00am - 12:30pm
In-Person @ Garden Grove Campus, Room 258/259, OCC Student Union, or GWC LRC Lounge
Wednesday, October 7th
Bystander Intervention
Explore Right To Be’s 5Ds of Bystander Intervention —Distract, Delegate, Document, Delay, and Direct—and learn practical strategies for safely responding to harassment and supporting those who may be impacted.
Access Online, Anytime
Thursday, October 8th
Healthy Relationships Online
Join us for snacks and a discussion about healthy relationships. Dating and intimacy have gone digital, and core values like consent, empathy, boundaries, and reciprocity are consistently treated differently online. This underscores the need to reimagine healthy relationships education for our increasingly digital world. In this session, we will discuss these foundational topics in ways that are relatable to modern relationships and share sample discussion questions, conversation starters, and calls to action that students can immediately utilize in their digital lives.
2:00pm - 3:00pm (PDT)
In-Person @ Westminster - Le-Jao Campus, Room 217, OCC Student Union 213, or GWC LRC 250, or Online via Zoom
Wednesday, October 14th
Health & Wellness Fair
Join us for Golden West College's Health Resource Fair and learn about campus resources and community organizations. Free lunch provided.
11:00am - 1:00pm
In-Person @ GWC Goldie Square
Thursday, October 15th
Wear Purple Day
Wear purple in recognition of those impacted by relationship violence and abuse. Purple is a national symbol of peace, courage, survival, and a commitment to ending domestic violence.
All Day
On Campus, At Home, Online (share a photo of yourself wearing purple and tag @coastline_oc)
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From the Coastline Blog:
“Romanticizing the version of them that was at the beginning of the relationship can tend to get you off kilter, so you don’t know who you’re really dealing with. But when you’ve had that unsettling feeling in your stomach or in your heart, trust it.”
Join former Coastline student blogger Michaela Davis as she interviews Brianna, who bravely shares her experience with understanding narcissistic abuse, insights into early signs and red flags, her journey to healing, and wisdom to those who may be going through a similar situation.
Continue reading on the Coastline Blog.
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Domestic/Relationship Violence Awareness Month is a time to state our zero tolerance for domestic violence, to acknowledge the survivors, and speak up for its victims.
Help spread awareness and start the conversation during your next meeting or class with Coastline DVAM Zoom backgrounds - download yours today at coastline.edu/zoom-backgrounds!
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Have an idea to make Coastline better? Need help finding a resource? Want to share feedback about your student experience? Your Associated Student Government (ASG) is here for you! ASG officers advocate for students, bring student concerns to college leadership, and make sure student voices are heard. Whether you have a question, a concern, a suggestion, or just want to learn how to get involved, drop by our virtual office hours.
- Share your ideas and feedback
- Talk about issues affecting students
- Learn about campus resources and opportunities
- Meet your student leaders
- Find ways to get involved and make a difference at Coastline
- No appointment needed. Just drop in and chat with us!
ASG exists to represent, advocate for, and support every Coastline student. Whether you study online, at Newport Beach, Westminster Le-Jao, Garden Grove, or through one of our specialized programs, we want to hear from you. Come meet your student leaders, share your perspective, and help shape the student experience at Coastline College. Can't make it? Email us anytime at asg@coastline.edu. We look forward to connecting with you!
Tuesday, October 6th
10:00am - 1:00pm & 4:00pm - 6:00pm (PDT)
Wednesday, October 7th
12:00pm - 6:00pm (PDT)
Online via Zoom
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Planning to transfer? Stop by Coastline College’s Transfer Specialist Virtual Office Hours for personalized transfer support—no appointment needed! Get help with exploring UC, CSU, private, and out-of-state universities, choosing transfer-friendly majors and programs, understanding transfer requirements and pathways, planning your transfer application timeline, completing your UC/CSU/Common applications, finding university representatives, workshops, and transfer events, or connecting with helpful transfer resources and services. Whether you’re just starting to explore transfer or getting ready to apply, bring your questions and get the guidance you need to take your next step. Drop in anytime during scheduled office hours.
Monday, October 5th
& Wednesday, October 7th
2:00pm - 4:00pm (PDT)
Friday, October 9th
11:00am - 2:00pm (PDT)
Online via Zoom
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The FAFSA and California Dream Act Application are important steps in applying for financial aid at Coastline College. Join our staff in person at the Westminster Je-Jao Campus for assistance with completing your application. All students are welcome!
Tuesday, October 6th
11:00am - 1:00pm
In-Person @ Westminster - Le-Jao Campus, Room 215
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Have questions about transferring to CSUF? Meet virtually with your CSUF transfer specialist, Leah, for a 1:1 appointment or a drop-in session!
Tuesday, October 6th
3:00pm - 6:00pm (PDT)
Online via Zoom
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Associated Student Government (ASG) meetings are open to students, college employees, and the public. The meetings are a great opportunity to get involved in student leadership, learn about happenings at Coastline College, and share perspectives during public forum, a time reserved for members of the public to address the ASG on issues on or not already appearing on the agenda.
Wednesday, October 7th
9:00am - 11:00am (PDT)
Hybrid: In-Person @ Garden Grove Campus, Room 315, or Online via Zoom
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Join us for a three-part workshop series designed to support student parents in building stronger family connections while prioritizing their own well-being. This month's workshop topic is Positive Parenting: Building Confidence & Resilience in Our Children.
Wednesday, October 7th
1:00pm - 2:15pm (PDT)
Online via Zoom - Register to Attend
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In this session, you’ll learn how to improve your interviewing skills. You’ll learn about the STAR method, body language hacks, and Zoom interview techniques.
Thursday, October 8th
4:00pm - 5:00pm (PDT)
Online via Zoom
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Free legal consultations with an attorney are offered at Coastline College through the Paralegal Studies Program to students, staff, faculty, and alumni. Each separate legal matter receives a free 30-minute initial consultation. Appointments are required.
Some of the areas of law that are covered are Family Law, Civil Law, Traffic Violations & Related Criminal Law, Small Business Law, Estate Planning & Wills, Elder & Social Security Law, Employment Law, and Bankruptcy.
Thursdays throughout the semester
4:30pm - 6:30pm (PDT)
30-minute Appointments
Online via Zoom - Call (714) 714-7162 to schedule appointment, then also Register via Zoom
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Have questions or want help registering or checking your voter status? Stop by to connect with the OC Registrar of Voters! Get personalized help registering to vote, checking your voter status, and getting your election questions answered!
Thursday, October 8th
5:30pm - 6:30pm (PDT)
Online via Zoom - Register to Attend
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The Dream Resource Program invites the Coastline community to join us in recognizing Undocumented Student Action Month (USAM) this October. Throughout the month, students, staff, and faculty are invited to participate in events, trainings, and resources designed to increase awareness, strengthen support, and uplift our undocumented and mixed status student community. Coastline will kick off the month with a Know Your Rights Workshop presented by the DRP and CHIRLA on Tuesday, October 13th - learn more and register to attend on the USAM event page. Also be sure to visit the Undocumented Student Resource Portal for registration, event updates, CHIRLA legal workshops and clinics, and additional Dream Resource Program opportunities throughout the semester. Interested in the program? Learn more at coastline.edu/undocumented-students and then complete an application today.
Have you received an 'A' on an essay written for ANY class at Coastline? Enter it in Crux, Coastline's essay contest, for an opportunity to earn $500 for your achievement! Categories consist of Argumentative or Persuasive Essay, Informative or Analytical Essay, and Research-Based Essay. The winning entry in each category will receive an award of $500. Essays of any length will be considered. You may enter in more than one category, but you may only win in one category. This year's application is open until Tuesday, December 1st. Visit coastline.edu/crux-essay-contest to learn more and enter!
Got an idea, suggestion, or concern you’d like student leaders to hear? The Coastline College Associated Student Government (ASG) wants your input! Students, community members, and campus voices can use the ASG Public Comment Form to share feedback about student services, programs, campus initiatives, or other matters within ASG’s jurisdiction. Comments may be considered at ASG meetings and, as time permits, read aloud in accordance with the California Brown Act. It’s an easy, accessible way for every Coastline student - including online students - to have a voice in student governance. Share your thoughts through the ASG Public Comment Form and help make the Coastline student experience even better!
Hey Dolphins, want to get ahead on your degree requirements? Or maybe need to get caught up quickly? 2nd 8-week courses are just around the corner! While 8-week courses are much faster-paced, you finish them in half the time. Finish those general education courses quickly or snag that class you wanted but missed at the semester start. 2nd 8-week classes start October 19th, so don't wait! Check out the class schedule and register today!
Are you getting ready for 8-week courses and need a Chromebook or wifi hotspot? Want to learn about free textbooks? Submit a Dolphin Assistance Program Application! Student Equity is here to support your academic success by providing a variety of basic needs resources and services through the Dolphin Assistance Program (DAP). Complete one application for assistance with textbooks (either through our book borrow or book voucher program) or technology. The application for Fall 2026 is still open, so apply today! Learn more at coastline.edu/student-equity!
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Coastline College’s Pace+ program is a direct assessment, competency-based program - the first of it's kind offered in the California Community College system - that allows students to leverage their personal and professional experience to earn their credential faster. This fully online Associate of Sciences Degree in Management program allows students to work on their own schedule, at their own pace, while being fully supported by faculty and staff at Coastline.
To learn more about this exciting new way to earn your A.S. degree in Management at Coastline, visit the Pace+ webpage. Wondering if a program like Pace+ would be right for you? Take the short Pace+ Questionnaire to find out!
NEW UPDATE!
Three exciting new programs have recently been added to Pace+! Looking to get your Associate of Science in Business, Marketing, or Human Resources Management? Discover how at coastline.edu/paceplus!
Interested in Coastline's Pace+ Program? Curious what it is or about the recently added programs? Wondering if it's right for you? Join us for a quick Info Session to see how Pace+ works and get your questions answered. Let’s get you moving forward!
Thursdays
7:00pm - 8:00pm (PDT)
Register Online via Zoom
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Program of the Week:
As ransomware attacks plague organizations with data theft at an average cost of $4.4M, the future of Cybersecurity careers couldn’t be any brighter. You can help organizations protect consumer data and defend against cyberattacks. Cybersecurity Specialists are in extremely high demand with nearly half a million job openings in cybersecurity. You can learn in-demand technical skills from industry experts while you earn a degree or certificate in Cybersecurity from Coastline College. Learn more at coastline.edu/cybersecurity!
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Previous issues of The Sandbox are available for viewing on the Coastline Marketing Publications page! Head on over to check out features and highlights from previous issues you may have missed, or to re-visit old favorites!
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