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June 14, 2022
Quick Notes for the Week of June 13
Highlights
Apply to Join the Humanities Mellon Scholars Program at De Anza by June 20
The Humanities Mellon Scholars Program is now accepting applications for fall through Monday, June 20. This transfer support program and learning community is designed for students who want to build a strong foundation in the humanities
to support the major of your choice. The program offers each participating student a designated faculty adviser, a paid internship for up to four academic quarters, financial help for textbooks, invitations to workshops and social events, and much more. It also guarantees admission to the University of San Francisco (USF),
provided that you meet eligibility requirements. Want to learn more? Attend an orientation
session either tomorrow, Wednesday, June 15, or this Thursday, June 16. Visit the Humanities Mellon Scholars website for more information, Zoom links for the orientation sessions and the application
form.
Graduation Information
Graduation is coming up on Friday, June 24 at 6 p.m. We're planning a traditional graduation ceremony on campus. Arrive a little early, so you can check out the Red Carpet Graduation Photo Op in Parking Lot C near the soccer field, with fun backdrops and cutouts for taking selfies and pics with your family or friends.
Visit deanza.edu/graduation for details and updates on how you can participate in all the festivities, including important deadlines and how to
- Order your cap, gown and other regalia – by today, Tuesday, June 14, if you're having it shipped to you, or by Tuesday, June 21, if you select in-store pickup
- Apply for your degree – by June 17
- Submit your message and photo for the Graduation Slideshow – by June 22
- Send digital Congrats Cards to your favorite grad, or the entire Class of 2022
- Join the celebration on the big day!
Upcoming End-of-Year Events
- Lavender Graduation – Tuesday, June 14, 6-7:30 p.m.
- Black Graduation and Achievement Ceremony – Wednesday, June 15, 5-8 p.m.
- Music Department Student Recital – Thursday, June 16, 3 p.m.
- MPS End-of-the-Year Celebration – Thursday, June 16, 4-5 p.m.
- First Year Experience (FYE) End-of-Year Celebration – Thursday, June 16, 5-7:30 p.m.
- Academic and Athletic Achievement Awards – Thursday, June 16, 6-7:30 p.m.
- OTI Achievement Celebration – Friday, June 17, 1:30 p.m.
- VIDA Leadership and Social Change Celebration – Friday, June 17, 6:30-8 p.m.
- 43rd Annual Student Film and Video Show – Friday, June 17, 7:30 p.m.
Introducing Our Student Grad Speaker
Marissa McGuire will be this year's student Grad Speaker for the collegewide commencement ceremony on Friday, June 24. Read more about McGuire on the 2022 Grad Speaker page.
Look for more information soon about other student award winners. You'll find photos, stories and more details about commencement at deanza.edu/graduation.
Upcoming Events
Check the Events Calendar for additional details and more events.
- Mobile Food Pantry: West Valley Community Services – Tuesday, June 14, 1-3:30 p.m.
- Seeking Safety Group: Psychological Services Support Group – Tuesday, June 14, 4:30-6 p.m.
- Zentangle Gathering: Wellness Workshop – Wednesday, June 15, 11 a.m.-noon
- Creative Expressions Group: Psychological Services Support Group – Wednesday, June 15, 1-2 p.m.
- eSports Club Tournament: Super Smash Bros Ultimate – Wednesday, June 15, 3-6 p.m.
- Humanities Mellon Scholars Program: Orientation Session – Wednesday, June 15, 5-6 p.m.
- LGBTQ+ Group: Psychological Services Support Group – Thursday, June 16, 11 a.m.-noon
- Humanities Mellon Scholars Program: Orientation Session – Thursday, June 16, noon-1 p.m.
Tell us about your event! Use the online form at deanza.edu/communications/tell-us.
Dates and Deadlines
- No classes, offices closed for Juneteenth Holiday – June 20
- Final exams – June 21-24
- Graduation – June 24
- First day of summer session – June 27
Visit the Academic Calendar page to see more important dates and deadlines by quarter.
Governance Meetings
- Classified Senate – Tuesday, June 14, 2:30-4:20 p.m.
- Instructional Planning and Budget Team – Tuesday, June 14, 4-5 p.m.
- Student Services Planning and Budget Team – Thursday, June 16, 1:30-3 p.m.
Find more information about college governance at deanza.edu/gov.
COVID-19 Vax, Booster and Face Masks Required
If you are planning to come to campus this spring, you are required to separately provide proof of your COVID-19 vaccination AND booster, if you are eligible for one. See instructions at deanza.edu/vax.
The mask requirement remains in effect. You must wear a face mask PROPERLY while indoors – that means covering your mouth AND nose at all times.
Free PCR Testing on Campus
Testing is conducted outside the Campus Center near the Student Health Services entrance on the lower level. (Drive-thru testing in Lot A is no longer offered). No appointment is needed but one-time preregistration is required.
- Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Visit the Health Services COVID-19 information page for additional details.
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- Questions or feedback? Email us at communications@deanza.edu