Health & Wellness

PLUS ME Project was launched by former Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) graduate, Richard Reyes, in July of 2013. While earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Critical Theory & Social Justice from Occidental College, he began sharing his journey of becoming the first in his family to attend college with local middle and high school students. After speaking to over 12,500 students from over 70 schools and conducting research in the nonprofit landscape of student-centered motivational speaking programs, the need was clear.

Join the Intercultural Community Center (1501 Campus Road) for an interactive spray paint workshop 9/9 from 5-7pm. The ICC will provide an assortment of art materials, including 4x8 wood panels, for participants. The session will be co-led by John Zendar and Brenda Perez from Restorative Justice for the Arts.

The event follow all COVID-19 safety guidelines set out by the College, and masks will be provided by the ICC. 

Join the Intercultural Community Center for a community gathering Tuesday 9/7 where we will honor the work of Comunidades Indígenas en Liderazgo (CIELO). CIELO will be leading a creative workshop that will challenge us to question the beliefs and ideas we have about the Indigenous experience, and reimagine a decolonized future. CIELO will be leading a creative workshop that will challenge us to question the beliefs and ideas we have about the Indigenous experience, and reimagine a decolonized future.

Register in advance for this webinar

This year the celebration will be a two-day event starting on February 28th with a launch on PRESENCE. The second event is a live Zoom hair care workshop by Jasmine Curtis, creator of Avocurl. Join us on Friday, April 2nd, for the live Zoom hair care workshop!

A 4-week psycho-educational group that provides opportunities to learn about and engage in various mindfulness practices.  Each week focuses on different information and practices, including mindful breathing, mindful eating, body scan, managing difficult emotions, and loving kindness.  Practicing these skills helps with anxiety, sadness, critical thoughts, improving focus, and feeling more present in everyday life; it is a way to practice being less reactionary and more thoughtful in our decisions.  Participation in all 4 weeks is encouraged.  Meets from 12-1 pm PST on

A 4-week psycho-educational group that provides opportunities to learn about and engage in various mindfulness practices.  Each week focuses on different information and practices, including mindful breathing, mindful eating, body scan, managing difficult emotions, and loving kindness.  Practicing these skills helps with anxiety, sadness, critical thoughts, improving focus, and feeling more present in everyday life; it is a way to practice being less reactionary and more thoughtful in our decisions.  Participation in all 4 weeks is encouraged.  Meets from 12-1 pm PST on

A 4-week psycho-educational group that provides opportunities to learn about and engage in various mindfulness practices.  Each week focuses on different information and practices, including mindful breathing, mindful eating, body scan, managing difficult emotions, and loving kindness.  Practicing these skills helps with anxiety, sadness, critical thoughts, improving focus, and feeling more present in everyday life; it is a way to practice being less reactionary and more thoughtful in our decisions.  Participation in all 4 weeks is encouraged.  Meets from 12-1 pm PST on

A 4-week psycho-educational group that provides opportunities to learn about and engage in various mindfulness practices. Each week focuses on different information and practices, including mindful breathing, mindful eating, body scan, managing difficult emotions, and loving kindness. Practicing these skills helps with anxiety, sadness, critical thoughts, improving focus, and feeling more present in everyday life; it is a way to practice being less reactionary and more thoughtful in our decisions. Participation in all 4 weeks is encouraged. Meets from 12-1 pm PST on April 8, 15, 22, 29.