De Anza College Fall 2022

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Nov. 6, 2023

Quick Notes for the Week of Nov. 6

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.

Spotlight

Veterans Day Celebration at Cupertino Veterans Memorial

veterans memorialPresident Lloyd Holmes will join Cupertino officials and student veterans for a Veterans Day celebration beginning at 11 a.m. this Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Cupertino Veterans Memorial in Cupertino Memorial Park. More information about the event can be found on the Cupertino Veterans Memorial website.

The Cupertino Veterans Memorial was the nation’s first memorial to soldiers in the Afghanistan Conflict, and honors all veterans. It was built with private donations from Cupertino citizens, including students from each of the schools in Cupertino.

Winter Schedule Online

Registration for winter quarter will begin in a few weeks. You can find great classes – on campus and online – by consulting the winter class schedule at deanza.edu/schedule. You can check your registration date in MyPortal

Class Modality Survey

De Anza College and the DASG would like to know what formats you prefer for taking classes this winter and spring – whether online, in person or in a hybrid format that includes both. You can provide input by completing a short survey, if you haven't taken it yet. The survey is anonymous and results will only be shared in summary form.

District ADA Survey

Americans With Disabilities ActThe Foothill-De Anza Community College District is updating its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) self-evaluation and transition plan. The accessibility plan provides a comprehensive plan for accessibility to district facilities, programs, services, activities and events for persons with disabilities. The district is seeking input from the community and organizations that assist persons with disabilities.

Your feedback will help address and prioritize current and future accessibility needs. You can find more information on the district website and submit your comments by completing the short survey for students.

Open Enrollment for Covered California

Covered CaliforiaIf you do not have health insurance or are looking to change your plan, you can sign up for affordable health insurance starting today. You can get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act through the Covered California program until Jan. 31, 2024. You can also find free or low-cost resources at the Mental Health and Wellness Center or Student Health Services.

Equity in Mental Health on Campus

De Anza is partnering with the Steve Fund to facilitate a virtual listening session as part of the Equity in Mental Health on Campus initiative. Students of color are invited to discuss their perceptions of campus resources at the virtual session this Wednesday, Nov. 8, from 4-5 p.m. Please register in advance and email emhc@stevefund.org with any questions.

Foothill-De Anza Police Department Events

The Foothill-De Anza Police Department will present free emergency preparedness Run Hide Defend training. This two-hour session is for Foothill-De Anza students, faculty, and staff. A brief overview of campus safety awareness and responses to active assailants will be covered. The virtual session will take place this Tuesday, Nov. 7. District police will also host a community forum on Wednesday, Nov. 15. Participants will be able to discuss complex issues, address concerns and learn about the latest projects and programs. Visit the district police website for more information.

Mark Your Calendar

Events

Be sure to check these program websites for:

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

This Week

Next Week

Tell us about your event! Use the online form at deanza.edu/communications/tell-us.

dates imageDates and Deadlines

  • Veterans Day holiday: no classes and offices closed – Friday, Nov. 10
  • Last day to drop classes with a W – Friday, Nov. 17
  • Thanksgiving holiday: no classes and offices closed – Nov. 23-26

Visit the Academic Calendar page to see more important dates and deadlines by quarter.

college governance

Governance Meetings

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

Tell Us!

Quick Notes is an email digest of timely information for De Anza students, faculty and staff. Watch for it in your inbox regularly.

Use the online form at deanza.edu/communications/tell-us to let us know about an upcoming activity or other news that you want to share with the rest of the college community. That’s the best way to get your item on our radar for the website Events Calendar, newsletter and social media planning.

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