Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Guest Speakers during the August Term


Daniel Gutierrez is an international business consultant, radio personality, renowned motivational speaker, and author who has inspired people to make positive changes that lead to success. Leveraging his experience, his infectious humor, and his deep belief that there is greatness in each of us has helped transform individuals all over the world. Daniel was kind enough to take time from his busy schedule to be a guest speaker for both Ms. Fontana’s College Writing and Public Speaking class in the August term. Daniel shared his real life stories that undoubtedly came from the heart and appealed to the many professions, ages, and cultures of the students. The students were able to identify with his experiences of pitfalls, celebrations, tragedies, and success in his search for inner peace. Daniel’s words of wisdom inspired the class to look at going beyond their limitations to find success. He was also generous in providing an electronic copy of his book “Stepping into Greatness” to each student.  


Dr. Pommerenck visits Sonara Carter-Barber’s Patients Relations class
 

Public Defender Toral Malika visits Marc Rothenburg’s Juvenile Justice class
 


Abdul Porter visits Cynthia Fontana’s Success Strategic class


Because Westwood Cares - Healthcare Event

What happen during the Because Westwood Care Event

Westwood invited:
             AIDS Health Foundation-offered free testing
             American Red Cross- blood collection
             Black Barbershop Health Outreach- information on diabetes, hypertension and wound care
             Lupus Foundation-promoted upcoming Lupus Walk
             LA Sex Symbol- free condoms
             Meditation Workshop-Gave several guided meditations for stress relief
             Providence Little Company of Mary- provided information about services
             Sickle Cell Disease Awareness-screened for blood marrow donors
             Westwood College Medical Assisting Students- screened for diabetes and hypertension
             West Coast Dental- handed out free toothbrushes and information about services.

Statistics:
             52 individuals donated blood
             34 pint of blood
             Saved 102 lives