De Anza College Quick Notes

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April 14, 2025

Quick Notes for the Week of April 14

Spring Quarter

Add and Drop Classes Through Sunday, April 20

Students can add classes through Sunday, April 20, with an add code from the instructor. The last day to drop classes without a W is also Sunday, April 20. You can find detailed instructions on the college website.

This Week

Campus CenterPho Available Tomorrow, April 15

Pho, a Vietnamese noodle soup, will be served at the pasta station in the Campus Center food court tomorrow – Tuesday, April 15 – starting at 10:30 a.m. The food court is open Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Get Ready for the Spring Career Fair

The Spring Career Fair is Wednesday, May 7, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., in the Sunken Garden. YYou can connect directly with a diverse range of employers.

You can also prepare for the event by attending a series of workshops in the coming weeks. Please note that students do not have to attend a workshop in order to attend the career fair. Students can also attend as many of the workshops as they would like.

Learn more and check for updates at deanza.edu/career-training/career-fair.

Nominations for Equity Champion Awards Due This Friday, April 18

The Equity Action Council is calling for nominations for the Equity Champion Awards, which recognize achievement in advancing equity, social justice and multicultural education on campus.

The awards are open to all and will be awarded in six categories:

  • Classified professional (ACE, CSEA, POA, and Teamsters)
  • Faculty member
  • Student
  • Administrator
  • Team (Program/Committee/Group/Student Organization)
  • Elder

The deadline to submit nominations is this Friday, April 18. For more information contact Adriana Garcia at 408.864.5636 or equityoffice@deanza.edu 

This Month

Muslim Heritage Month

Celebrate Muslim Heritage Month with the Office of Equity, the Muslim Student Association and De Anza Student Government at several events this month in Conference Rooms A&B!

  • Science of the Quran – this Wednesday, April 16, from noon-2 p.m.
  • “Know Your Rights and Learn How To Be an Upstander” workshop on Wednesday, April 23, from noon-2 p.m.
  • Common misconceptions about Islam on April 30, from noon-2 p.m.

For more information and accommodations, please contact Adriana Garcia at garciaadriana@deanza.edu. 

Second Chance Month

silhouettes of graduating students on hilltopThe Rising Scholars program is hosting several upcoming events in connection with Second Chance Month, a national initiative dedicated to raising awareness of the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals. Rising Scholars is committed to providing education, support and community for students affected by the justice system.

  • Free expungement clinic – tomorrow (Tuesday, April 15), 3-7 p.m. in Campus Center Conference Rooms A&B: You can get legal guidance on clearing your record and taking steps toward new opportunities in employment, education and housing with Time Done.
  • Film screening – next Tuesday, April 22, 2:30-4 p.m. in RSS 146: Join us for a screening and discussion of “Reclaiming Our Humanity,” a film that explores the challenges and triumphs of individuals affected by the justice system as they rebuild their lives. Pizza and drinks will be provided.

Next Week

Paralegal Studies Career Fair Is Next Tuesday, April 22

Paralegal Studies logoAll students are welcome to attend the Paralegal Studies Career Fair and Networking Event in Conference Rooms A&B, next Tuesday, April 22, from 4-7 p.m. The event is tailored to those seeking a career in the legal field, especially paralegal studies, administration of justice, humanities and business students.

Law firm administrators, hiring managers, government agencies and recruiting agencies will be present. Representatives from Lincoln Law School and legal professional associations will also be available to answer questions and provide guidance on obtaining a position in law. Students will also have an opportunity to connect with employers from local, national and international law firms, as well as legal associations and recruiters

It is highly recommended to bring your resume and to dress professionally. Light refreshments will be served. Please contact Kevin Lee at leekevin2@deanza.edu if you have questions.

Donate a Shirt or Jeans Before April 22

blue jeans painted with message: "I owe you nothing"Student Health Services will be holding its annual Denim Day event next Tuesday, April 22, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Main Quad.

Participants will be decorating the clothing items with positive messages to confront misconceptions about sexual violence or substance abuse.

If you’d like to donate a white shirt or pair of jeans for this event, please bring them to the Student Health Services office on the lower level of the Campus Center before April 22. Used items are welcome but should be washed.

Spring Club Day Is Next Thursday, April 24

The Inter Club Council (ICC) is hosting winter Club Day next Thursday, April 24, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., in the Main Quad. Over 90 student clubs and organizations will be tabling at the event. Please contact the ICC chair of programs at ICCPrograms@deanza.edu if you have any questions.

Andrew Lam at Foothill College Next Thursday, April 24

Andrew LamAndrew Lam, journalist and author of “Stories From the Edge of the Sea,” will be giving a book talk at Foothill College, in Room 5015, next Thursday, April 14, from noon-1 p.m. Food and refreshments will be provided. You can also attend on Zoom. Please register for Zoom in advance.

The event is sponsored by the Foothill College English Department, Equity Office and Art of Community.

Spring Open House Is Saturday, April 26

Spring Open HouseDe Anza will hold a Spring Open House on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The open house is an opportunity for prospective students, family members and community residents to learn about all the amazing programs and facilities that make De Anza the college that's always Tops in Transfer – and Tops in Career Training, too.

Graduating high school seniors can also learn about De Anza's six Villages – supportive communities where students can find new friends and resources that are relevant to their major or area of interest. There will also be campus tours, Planetarium shows, a parent information session and food trucks. Visit deanza.edu/open-house to learn more.

Taste of History Is Also Saturday, April 26

California History CenterThe California History Center’s special fundraising event, A Taste of History, is Saturday, April 26, from 4-6:30 p.m. Attendees can learn about the role of local history through archival materials and oral history projects supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Tom Izu, executive director emeritus of the California History Center, will lead a panel discussion about the unique and humane nature of archives and libraries as both physical and social spaces. Panelists will include student Uriel Barrón-Bryant, community member Margaret Butcher and Asian American and Asian Studies chair Mae Lee.

The event will also include wine tasting from local producers and a performance of jazz standards by Vocal Flight, a student acapella group. Attendees can also view the exhibit, “Belonging and Identity,” which combines photos from Lisa Teng’s photography students and art from Jamie Pelusi’s Pride Center students.

Tickets are on sale now and cost $95 per person. All proceeds support student multimedia, oral history and archival projects that preserve and share our local history. If you can’t attend the event, you can also donate online.

Student Spotlight

Nursing Scores Another 100% Pass Rate

Results are in for the latest state Nursing licensing exams, and De Anza Nursing grads had another 100% pass rate. All 12 De Anza students who took the Board of Registered Nursing NCLEX exam during the first quarter of 2025 had passing scores. Students must wait 45 days after graduating before taking the exam.

Student Elected to Journalism Association Board

Gordon YangDe Anza student Gordon Yang has been elected as Northern California student representative to the board of directors for the Journalism Association of Community Colleges (JACC).

Yang, who is also social media editor for La Voz, says he wants to strengthen community college journalism programs and provide more opportunities for student journalists to connect and grow. He was elected to the JACC position by a vote of member colleges.

Child Development and Education

New Grant: Child Development Apprenticeships

The Child Development and Education Department has obtained a new grant to expand its innovative apprenticeship program for training students to work in the child care field. The SEIU Education and Support Fund is providing $250,000 to support training for a cohort of students, so they can complete the process of earning their licenses to work as child care teachers.

This funding helps the department and the Social Sciences and Humanities Division build on a program that launched two years ago, with help from a $1.2 million state grant to provide apprenticeship training and additional support for students who are preparing to work for licensed child care operators.

teacher holding children's bookOffice of Communications' New Video

Check out the Office of Communications' new Career Training video that gives an overview of the Child Development and Education Department. You can watch the video on our social media accounts and on the website. Find more information about career training programs at deanza.edu/career-training.

Mark Your Calendar

Be sure to check these program websites for:

You can also check the Events Calendar for additional events and details.

This Week

Next Week

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dates and deadlines iconDates and Deadlines 

  • Add classes with an add code from the instructor – through Sunday, April 20

Check the Academic Calendar to find more important dates and deadlines by quarter.

Governance Meetings

Governance

Learn more about college governance at deanza.edu/gov.

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