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May 28, 2024
Quick Notes for the Week of May 28
Events This Week
DASG Spring Carnival
Everyone's invited for food, games and prizes at the first-ever spring carnival on campus this Thursday, May 30, organized by the De Anza Student Government (DASG) and the Associated Students at Foothill College. The carnival will be held
from noon-6 p.m. in De Anza’s Main Quad and S Quad. Games will include bocce ball, corn hole, balloon darts, toy bowling and more.
Shared Space for AANHPI Students
The Mental Health and Wellness Center is hosting a weekly support gathering for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students – every Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon in the Multicultural Center, Room 11. Participants can enjoy free snacks and activities designed to foster self-care and well-being.
Graduation Reminders
De Anza will hold its 57th annual commencement on Saturday, June 29, beginning at 3 p.m. in the Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, California.
Remember to File for Your Degree
If you're planning to graduate, you must apply for your degree by completing the online form. Be sure to apply no later than Monday, June 17, if you want your name listed in the printed graduation program.
Order Graduation Gear by June 14
You can purchase Graduation Packs – which include a cap, gown, tassel and diploma cover – and affinity stoles from the De Anza Bookstore. You can buy them online or at the campus store in the RSS Building.
Be sure to place your order by Friday, June 14, so you receive your items in time for graduation on June 29. If you need financial assistance in purchasing a gown, email Chelsey Taniguchi at communications@deanza.edu with your name and CWID.
Find more graduation information and updates at deanza.edu/graduation.
Honors and Achievements
Track and Field Makes Strong Showing
De Anza’s Kai Burich won a gold medal in the hammer throw while his teammates in men’s and women’s track and field made a strong showing during the annual California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A) state championship event held earlier this month.
The De Anza men’s team finished at the top for Northern California and placed fourth overall, while the women’s team placed in the top five for the region and 13th overall. Among the De Anza athletes:
- Burich (pictured here) won his medal with an opening round hammer throw of 183 feet, 6 inches.
- Antoine Moret placed second in the men’s 3,000-meter steeplechase and Liam Brennan was second in the men’s discus throw.
- On the women’s team, two-time All-American Ningning O’Brien placed second in discus throw and third in hammer throw.
(Photo by Richard Quinton)
Mark Your Calendar
Be sure to check these program websites for:
- Transfer Center workshops
- University representative visits
- Mental Health and Wellness Center support groups
You can also check the Events Calendar for additional events and details.
This Week
- Run Hide Defend – safety training offered by Foothill-De Anza police – Thursday, May 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- HEFAS Popsicle Pop-Up – information and free popsicles – Thursday, May 30, noon-3 p.m.
- Spring Carnival – games and food sponsored by DASG – Thursday, May 30, noon-6 p.m.
- "Cruisin' J Town" – MOMENTUM series event with filmmaker Duane Kubo – Thursday, May 30, 12:30-2 p.m.
- LGBTQ+ Forum – listening event held by Santa Clara County Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs – Thursday, May 30, 3-4:30 p.m.
- De Anza Hackathon 2.5: First Day – coding, games and contests – Friday, May 31, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
- De Anza Hackathon 2.5: Second Day– coding, games and contests – Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
- De Anza Flea Market – outdoor market sponsored by DASG – Saturday, June 1, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Next Week
- Police and Community Forum – open forum with Foothill-De Anza police – Tuesday, June 4, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
- Business Model Competition– Business and Finance Village event , open to all – Tuesday, June 4, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Transfer Achievement Celebration – end-of-year event for transferring students – Wednesday, June 5, 5:30-8 p.m.
- Inclusive Dialogues: Race, Gender and the Journey to Equality – panel discussion – Thursday, June 6, 3 p.m.
- First Thursday – spoken word performances at the Euphrat – Thursday, June 6, 5:30-7 p.m.
- HEFAS Summit – conference for AB 540 students and allies – Friday, June 7, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
- SSRS Celebration – end-of-year event for SSRS Learning Communities – Friday, June 7, 5-8 p. m.
Tell us about your event! Use the online form at deanza.edu/communications/tell-us.
Dates and Deadlines
- Last day to drop classes with a W – Friday, May 31
Visit the Academic Calendar webpage to see more important dates and deadlines by quarter.
Governance Meetings
- Resource Allocation and Program Planning Committee: Tuesday, May 28, 10-11:20 a.m.
- Classified Senate: Tuesday, May 28, 10-11 a.m.
- DASG Senate: Wednesday, May 29, 4 p.m.
Learn more about college governance at deanza.edu/gov.
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