MyPortal Messages to Students

These messages were posted on MyPortal for all De Anza students.


Dec. 12-Jan. 11

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Jan. 11

The BFSA is honoring Martin Luther King Jr. with their annual event on Thursday, Jan. 11, from noon to 1 p.m. in Conference Rooms A & B. This year's guest speaker is Dr. Joe Canton, a U.S. Air Force veteran. More details at deanza.edu/bfsa/king. Lunch will be provided.


Nov. 22-Jan. 7

Register Now for Winter Quarter

Winter classes begin Jan. 8. Check the class schedule and register now for winter quarter!


Nov. 8-22*

Designated Lactation Rooms on Campus

There are designated lactation rooms on campus for students and employees. For all details:

To find more resources for students who are parents, visit deanza.edu/resources/parents.

[* This message was updated on Nov. 20 to reflect that the contact for students wishing to use a lactation room is now Student Health Services instead of the Office of College Life.]


Nov. 1-21

Winter Class Schedule Is Now Available

It's never too early to start planning for winter quarter! Students can find their registration dates by using the Student Registration app in MyPortal and check the winter class schedule now available at deanza.edu/schedule.


Oct. 26-Nov. 2

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caravan

De Anza College has been selected as one of the host sites for the Transfer Guarantee to Historically Black Colleges and Universities Caravan this fall. The event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Main Quad. Some of the event activities will include representative visits from HBCU partner institutions, information about scholarships – like the Hoffman Agency HBCU Scholarship, workshops, potential on-site admissions, prizes, music and more. You can find more information on the Transfer Center website. Please register in advance.


Oct. 18-19

Transfer Day is Tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 19

The Transfer Day Fair is tomorrow – Thursday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Main Quad. You can meet representatives from UCs, CSUs, international universities and private and public out-of-state universities. Please register in advance.


Oct. 17-Nov. 30

Help Is Available If You're Feeling Anxious About the Middle East

If you are feeling stressed or anxious about recent events in Israel and Gaza, there is help available to you. Students can contact De Anza's Mental Health and Wellness Center to request individual counseling, or use TimelyCare to speak with a mental health professional online, any time, for free. Employees can find support through the Foothill-De Anza district's Employee Assistance Program. 


Oct. 9-13

Celebrate Raza Heritage Month!

Check the campus events calendar for detailed information about upcoming events to help celebrate Raza Heritage Month at De Anza – including a karaoke session, a panel discussion about Chicano murals, student talking circle and more! You can also find the latest CAN/DID Personal Stories videos at deanza.edu/candid.


Oct. 3-4

Don't Be Alarmed: Federal Emergency Alert Test

Federal authorities will conduct a brief test of the nationwide emergency alert system by sending a message to all mobile phones, as well as radio and TV receivers, at 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4. This test is being conducted by FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission. If you receive the test message, you don't need to do anything.


Sept. 25-Oct. 5

Parking Remains Free for Fall Quarter

Under a temporary policy, parking is free and permits are not required for the 2023-24 academic year. Students should continue to to park only in spaces designated for students. Visit the Parking Information website to learn more.


Sept. 14-22

New and Returning Students: Welcome Day is Friday, Sept. 22

Welcome Day is next Friday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m.-noon! It's a great opportunity to Discover Your Village and learn more about the whole college experience at De Anza

  • Meet instructors, take a campus tour and find out about clubs, programs and student services
  • Pick up a free T-shirt and enter a drawing for more great prizes!

See all the details and sign up to attend at deanza.edu/welcomeday!


Aug. 31-Sept. 8

De Anza's Tops in Transfer

You picked the college that's tops in transfer! According to a new EdSource article, "De Anza College has one of the highest transfer rates in the state and is particularly successful at sending students to the top UC campuses, namely Berkeley, UCLA and San Diego." You can find success, support and friends at De Anza by joining Learning Communities and Discovering your Village.


Aug. 28-Sept. 14

New Students: Welcome Day is Sept. 22!

Welcome Day is Friday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m.-noon. You can Discover your Village and learn more about how they support the whole college experience. You can also take a campus tour or meet with different clubs and student resources. We're looking forward to welcoming you to fall quarter!


Aug. 14-25, 2023

Degree Works Gets an Upgrade 

Degree Works has received a major upgrade, including a complete redesign of the user dashboard and interface. You can use Degree Works to build your ed plan and check your progress toward your academic goal. See the Quick Start Guide to the new interface at deanza.edu/counseling/degree-audit


July 11-28, 2023

Student Representative Needed for Citizens Bond Oversight Committee

The Foothill-De Anza college district is looking for a student representative to serve on the committee responsible for reviewing how money is spent under the Measure C and Measure G bond programs. You must be a current student who's active in student government or a similar organization, and cannot be employed by the district. Learn more and apply this summer at bonds.fhda.edu/application/


July 1-7, 2023

Congratulations to the Class of 2023

You can check out the Graduation Slideshow, view the digital Congrats Cards and read about this year's student Graduation Speakers and major award recipients at deanza.edu/graduation.


June 30, 2023

Congratulations to the Class of 2023

The collegewide commencement event will be this Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center.

Everyone is welcome to view and post digital Congrats Cards to their favorite grads, through the weekend.


June 29-30, 2023

MyPortal and Banner Will Be Offline Friday Evening

MyPortal and the Banner system will be offline for routine maintenance starting at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 30. Services will resume on Saturday morning.


June 29, 2023

Graduation Slideshow Now Available for Viewing

The collegewide grad celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center.


June 28, 2023

Get Ready for Graduation!

The collegewide grad celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center.

Watch for the special Graduation Slideshow to be posted online later this week!


June 27, 2023

Meet the President's Award Scholarship Recipients

The collegewide grad celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center.

Watch for the special Graduation Slideshow to be posted online later this week!


June 26, 2023

Announcing the 2023 Student Grad Speakers!

The collegewide grad celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center.

Watch for announcements about some major student award winners – coming this week!


June 22-26, 2023

Get Ready for Graduation!

This year's Graduation celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center. Visit deanza.edu/graduation for all the details. 

Watch for announcements about this year's student grad speakers and award winners – coming soon!


June 21, 2023

Apply for Degrees by Today – To Be Listed in Grad Program

If you're planning to graduate, you must apply for your degree no later than today – Wednesday, June 21 – if you want your name in the printed program. Visit deanza.edu/graduation for all the details. 

This year's Graduation celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center.  Watch for announcements about this year's student grad speakers and award winners – coming soon!


June 13-21, 2023

Graduation Updates

Here are some important Graduation reminders:

  • This year's Graduation celebration will be on Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center
  • If you're planning to graduate
  • Everyone is welcome to send digital Congrats Cards to their favorite grad, or the Class of 2023!

Visit deanza.edu/graduation for all the details – and watch for announcements about this year's student grad speaker and award winners – coming soon!


June 7-10, 2023

Need Food Assistance? You're Not Alone

If you need help paying for food, you may be eligible for CalFresh food benefits. We encourage you to apply this week because CalFresh elibility rules for college students will be tightened after this Saturday, June 10. You can apply at benefitscal.com or get help with your application at the new campus Resource Hub in RSS 143. Visit deanza.edu/resources/hub for hours and information. Help is also available at the campus Food Pantry; visit deanza.edu/resources/food-pantry for more information.


June 1-13, 2023

Get Ready for Graduation!

De Anza has a new date and location for graduation this year! The 56th annual commencement will be Saturday, July 1, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center. Visit deanza.edu/graduation for all the details, including

  • Important deadlines for grads
  • Dates and times for all end-of-year celebrations
  • How to send digital Congrats Cards and submit photos for the Graduation Slideshow

Watch for announcements about this year's student grad speaker and award winners – coming soon!


May 30-June 6, 2023

Pride Events Next Week: Flag Raising and Queer & Now Conference

Celebrate Pride Month by joining with members of De Anza's LGBTQ+ community, along with allies and civic leaders, in raising the Pride and Trans flags in the Main Quad on Monday, June 5, beginning at 10 a.m. Afterward, visit the Pride Center for refreshments and informal tours. Please RSVP at deanza.edu/pride/flag 

Keep the celebration going by attending the annual Queer & Now Conference on Tuesday, June 6. This year's theme is "Be Unapologetically You."


May 11-17, 2023

Mark Your Calendar

Here are some events coming up on campus next week:


May 2-3, 2023

New Location: ISP Transfer Fair This Week

This year's International Student Programs Transfer Fair will be held this week on Wednesday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Campus Center Conference Rooms A&B. (The event has been relocated from the Main Quad because of expected rain.)

The fair is organized primarily for students on F-1 visas but is open to all students. Representatives from more than 40 universities, including most of the UC and CSU campuses, will be attending.


March 18-20, 2023

Normal Campus Operations Have Resumed

All on-campus classes and student services have resumed normal schedules as of Friday, March 17. Thank you for your patience during the recent storm-related power outage.


March 16-17, 2023

Normal Campus Operations Resume Friday, March 17

All on-campus classes and student services will resume normal schedules beginning Friday, March 17. Thank you for your patience during this week's storm-related power outage.


March 15, 2023

No On-Campus Classes or Student Services Through Thursday, March 16

Due to power outages and other effects of the storm, there will be no on-campus classes or student services through Thursday, March 16. Online classes and services will continue but may be affected by power outages. See deanza.edu/alerts for updates


March 15-April 10, 2023

New Video: Try the New Registration System

The latest installment in De Anza's Video Help Series shows students – step by step – how to register for classes with the new course registration interface. Students can still use the old "classic" system for spring quarter, but have the option to try out the new interface that will replace the old system in future quarters. Watch the video and check out the detailed user guide at deanza.edu/reg-guide.


March 14, 2023

In-Person Classes and Services Suspended on Wednesday, March 15

All in-person classes and services will be suspended at the campus for Wednesday, March 15. Check for web updates by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15.


March 14, 2023

Campus Closed Due to Power Outage

Campus is closed due to power outage. Online classes and services continue. See deanza.edu/alerts for updates


March 14, 2023

Power Outage on Campus

Power is out on campus. Please check back for updates here or at deanza.edu/alerts


March 14, 2023

World Languages, Healing Altar Events Rescheduled

Today's World Languages Mixer in the Language and Communications Village Space, and the Healing Altar event at the Library, have both been cancelled due to severe weather. Watch for announcements of new dates for both events. 


March 6-10, 2023

Vote This Week in Student Elections

Remember to vote in the elections for De Anza Student Government (DASG) officers and Student Trustee. You can read the candidate bios and cast your ballot – no later than 4 p.m. this Friday, March 10 – at deanza.edu/studentvote.


Feb. 28-March 14, 2023

National College Health Assessment Survey

You can help plan future health services for students – and enter a drawing to win an iPad or a Bookstore gift card. The National College Health Assessment survey is being sent to a representative sample of De Anza students. If you’re invited to participate, you’ll receive an email with a survey link and instructions. Participation is completely voluntary and individual responses are confidential. Learn more at deanza.edu/healthservices/events


Feb. 23-28, 2023

Event Center Surveys Open Through Feb. 28

If you haven't already done so, you can still provide input by completing the survey for community and audience members, or the separate survey for event organizers, before the surveys close Feb. 28.


Feb. 21-22, 2023

Bookstore Will Be Closed on Wednesday

The campus Bookstore in the RSS Building will be closed for one day on Wednesday, Feb. 22, so the operator can take inventory.


Feb. 16-March 15, 2023

Try the New Registration System and User Guide

De Anza and Foothill colleges have upgraded their course registration system with a new interface that should make it easier to sign up for classes. You can still use the old "classic" system to register for spring quarter, but you also have the option to try out the new system.

Check out the user guide at deanza.edu/reg-guide or get in-person assistance by visiting RSS 146 beginning Tuesday, Feb. 21.  (Check the user guide for dates and times.) Watch for a helpful video, coming soon!


Feb. 16-19, 2023

MyPortal Will Be Offline for Certain Hours This Weekend

MyPortal and related systems will be offline for maintenance during the following times:

  • Thursday, Feb. 16: 7 p.m. on Thursday to 1 a.m. on Friday
  • Friday, Feb. 17: 9 p.m. to midnight
  • Saturday, Feb. 18: Midnight to 8 a.m.
  • Sunday, Feb. 19: 1 a.m. to 7 a.m.

The Canvas system and college email accounts will not be affected.


Feb. 16, 2023

Library Closes at 4 p.m. Today

The Library will close early today at 4 p.m. and will remain closed for the Presidents Day holidays. It will reopen on Tuesday at the regular time, 9 a.m.


Feb. 9-23, 2023

Event Center Open Meetings

As part of the market analysis underway, the consultant for the Foothill-De Anza Community College District will conduct two open meetings via Zoom on Thursday, Feb. 23, to gather input on how to provide the most useful event center space possible. One session will be oriented to De Anza students and employees, and one to the general community, but anyone is welcome to attend either meeting. Learn more at deanza.edu/measure-g/event-center.

If you haven't already done so, you can still provide input by completing the survey for community and audience members, or the separate survey for event organizers, before the surveys close Feb. 28.


Feb. 8-14, 2023

Village Spaces Grand Openings on Valentine’s Day

We 💙 our Villages! Remember to drop by your Village Space on Tuesday, Feb. 14 – Valentine's Day – from 12:30-2:30 p.m. for a Grand Opening with fun activities, snacks and prizes. Students who attend will be entered in a drawing to win one of six retro-style digital cameras – one for each Village – purchased with donated funds. Visit deanza.edu/villages/spaces for more information and a downloadable map.


Feb. 8-28, 2023

Financial Aid Deadlines and Workshops

The Financial Aid Office is offering a series of workshops and informal Q&A sessions this month to help students prepare for the Feb. 18 scholarship deadline and the March 2 CalGrant deadline for completing the FAFSA or CADAA. Check the schedule and sign up at deanza.edu/financialaid/workshops


Feb. 8-16, 2023

New Registration System and User Guide

De Anza and Foothill colleges have upgraded their course registration system with a new interface that should make it easier to sign up for classes this spring. The upgraded system is live now, for students who may need to add or drop classes in winter quarter. Learn how to find your date to register and how to sign up for classes by checking the user guide at deanza.edu/reg-guide, with a new video coming soon. Watch for a helpful video and a new tile icon for the Student Registration app in MyPortal – both coming soon!


Feb. 8, 2023

Tommy Orange Author Event Postponed

Today's author event with novelist Tommy Orange has been postponed due to illness. Please watch for an announcement soon about a rescheduled date.


Feb. 8, 2023

Upcoming Special Events

  • Remember to drop by your Village Space on Tuesday, Feb. 14 – Valentine's Day – from 12:30-2:30 p.m. for a Grand Opening with snacks, prizes and fun activities. Students who attend will be entered in a drawing to win one of six retro-style digital cameras – one for each Village – purchased with donated funds. Visit deanza.edu/villages/spaces for more information and a downloadable map.
  • The Financial Aid Office is offering a series of workshops and informal Q&A sessions this month to help students prepare for the Feb. 18 scholarship deadline and the March 2 CalGrant deadline for completing the FAFSA or CADAA. Check the schedule and sign up at deanza.edu/financialaid/workshops


Feb. 7-8, 2023

Upcoming Special Events

  • JUST ANNOUNCED: Pulitzer finalist Tommy Orange, a featured author in this year's Silicon Valley Reads campaign, will visit a Puente Learning Community class via Zoom on Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. He'll talk about his award-winning novel, "There There," and his own life experiences. Everyone at the college is welcome to join this online session. Click to learn more.
  • Remember to drop by your Village Space on Tuesday, Feb. 14 – Valentine's Day – from 12:30-2:30 p.m. for a Grand Opening with snacks, prizes and fun activities. Students who attend will be entered in a drawing to win one of six retro-style digital cameras – one for each Village – purchased with donated funds. Visit deanza.edu/villages/spaces for more information and a downloadable map.
  • The Financial Aid Office is offering a series of workshops and informal Q&A sessions this month to help students prepare for the Feb. 18 scholarship deadline and the March 2 CalGrant deadline for completing the FAFSA or CADAA. Check the schedule and sign up at deanza.edu/financialaid/workshops


Feb. 6-8, 2023

Run, Hide, Defend: Active Assailant Training

UPDATE: The in-person sessions scheduled at Foothill and De Anza this week have been canceled, but the online session is still being offered. This two-hour training course for students, faculty and staff will provide an overview of campus safety and how to protect yourself in the event of an active assailant.

  • Online session: Wednesday, March 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Anyone is welcome to attend any of these sessions. Please register in advance at deanza.edu/college-ops/emergencies/training.


Feb. 3-7, 2023

Upcoming Special Events

  • Author and activist Steve Phillips will visit campus on Tuesday, Feb. 7, to speak about anti-racist organizing and related topics during two events for Black History Month, sponsored by the Black Faculty, Staff and Administrators Network (BFSA), the Foothill-De Anza Foundation and the Social Sciences and Humanities Momentum series. Click to learn more.
  • JUST ANNOUNCED: Pulitzer finalist Tommy Orange, a featured author in this year's Silicon Valley Reads campaign, will visit a Puente Learning Community class via Zoom on Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. He'll talk about his award-winning novel, "There There," and his own life experiences. Everyone at the college is welcome to join this online session. Click to learn more.
  • Remember to drop by your Village Space on Tuesday, Feb. 14 – Valentine's Day – from 12:30-2:30 p.m. for a Grand Opening with snacks, prizes and fun activities. Students who attend will be entered in a drawing to win one of six retro-style digital cameras – one for each Village – purchased with donated funds. Visit deanza.edu/villages/spaces for more information and a downloadable map.


Feb. 3-9, 2023

Zoom Backgrounds for Black History Month, Lunar New Year

Choose from a selection of special Zoom backgrounds to commemorate Black History Month or celebrate the Year of the Rabbit – or the Vietnamese Year of the Cat. They're available for download at deanza.edu/communications/zoom-backgrounds.


Jan. 31-Feb. 3, 2023

February is Black History Month


Jan. 31-Feb. 3, 2023

Zoom Backgrounds for Lunar New Year

Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit – or the Vietnamese Year of the Cat – with new Zoom backgrounds created by the Office of Communications. They're available for download at deanza.edu/communications/zoom-backgrounds


Jan. 31-Feb. 6, 2023

Run, Hide, Defend: Active Assailant Training

This two-hour training course for students, faculty and staff will provide an overview of campus safety and how to protect yourself in the event of an active assailant.

  • In person on the Foothill campus: Tuesday, Feb. 7: 12:30-2:30 p.m. in Appreciation Hall, Building 1501
  • In person on the De Anza campus: Wednesday, Feb. 8: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in Campus Center Conference Rooms A&B
  • Online session: Wednesday, March 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Anyone is welcome to attend any of these sessions. Please register in advance at deanza.edu/college-ops/emergencies/training


Jan. 10, 2023

This message was posted on MyPortal for all De Anza students and employees. It was removed at the end of the day.

Campus Is Open Today (Jan. 10)

De Anza College is conducting normal operations today (Jan. 10) and electrical power is on.

Foothill College and district offices are operating online only, due to power outages.


Jan. 5, 2023

This message was posted on MyPortal for all De Anza students and employees. It was removed at the end of the day.

Campus Remains Closed Thursday – Will Resume Normal Friday Operations

College offices will resume normal Friday operations tomorrow – Jan. 6 – after being closed for two days because of anticipated severe weather.

  • Most college offices are offering online assistance: Please check the website of the office you would like to visit for detailed information.
  • The Child Development Center will also resume normal operation on Friday.
  • Winter quarter classes will begin as scheduled on Monday, Jan. 9.


Jan. 3-5, 2023

This message was posted on MyPortal for all De Anza students and employees.

College Offices Closed Due to Severe Weather

All college offices and the Child Development Center will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 4 and 5, in view of the severe weather. Please check deanza.edu/alerts for reopening information, and see the website of the office you would like to visit for online assistance. Essential personnel such as police, grounds and custodial staff will be on site.

Jan. 4-31, 2023

This message was posted on MyPortal for all De Anza students.

COVID-19 Requirements

  • Face masks are strongly recommended for all indoor activities on campus
  • Masks may still be required in some offices or by individual instructors for their classes
  • Vaccination and booster still required for coming to campus
  • Free PCR testing and home-testing kits available on campus

Dec. 22, 2022 – Jan. 8, 2023

This message was posted on MyPortal for all De Anza students.

Important Update on Submitting Vaccination Records

If you are having difficulty submitting your COVID-19 vaccination record or if the registration system says you are not in compliance even though you submitted your vaccination record more than 3 days ago, you can get assistance by sending an email to Nazy Galoyan, dean of Enrollment Services. Please send the email to galoyannazy@deanza.edu and be sure to include your full name, your 8-digit CWID number and a copy of your vaccination document. (It may take 1-2 days for you to receive a response.)

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