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Feb. 20, 2024

Quick Notes for the Week of Feb. 20


Upcoming Events

Chat with NASA Astronaut Yvonne Cagle This Thursday

Yvonne CagleNASA astronaut Yvonne Cagle will visit the De Anza Planetarium this Thursday, Feb. 22, from 1-2:30 p.m. Stop by to learn about her academic journey, career path and research.

In addition to her work as an astronaut, Cagle is a consulting professor at Stanford University and is the chief scientist for NASA’s Commercial Reusable Suborbital Research Level II Program Office. Find more information on the MESA website.

Sandra Diaz Health Professions Roundtable

nurse holding patient's handThe fourth annual Sandra Diaz Health Professions Roundtable will take place Wednesday, March 6, from 6-7:30 p.m. in MLC 255 and over Zoom. The Diversity Health Care and Engagement Committee presents the panel in memory of nursing instructor Sandra Diaz to encourage students towards a career in health care. The event features panelists from a variety of nursing careers that will share their academic and professional journeys. Please register in advance.

Celebrate Nowruz and Arrival of Spring

wheatgrass and colored eggs and candlesEveryone’s invited to a celebration of Nowruz – marking the arrival of spring and a new year for millions of people around the world – at a special event hosted by International Student Programs on Monday, March 11. There will be traditional snacks, music, costumes and fun at this event, from noon to 3 p.m. in Conference Rooms A&B of the Campus Center. Find more information and sign up to attend at deanza.edu/international/nowruz.


Important Reminders

Free Tax-Filing Assistance Every Week

tax forms and calculatorConfused about filing your taxes? You can get free assistance with filling out your tax return from trained volunteers with the VITA program, sponsored by the United Way. Appointments are available every Wednesday from Feb. 7 through April 10, between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. To qualify for this service, you must have earned less than $79,000 last year. International students who had income and need to file a 1040-NR are welcome. Sign up on Eventbrite.


ICYMI

New CAN/DID Videos

Micah RudinThe Office of Communications is celebrating Black History Month by releasing new videos for the CAN/DID Inclusion Series – an ongoing multimedia project that builds on the knowledge and experience of De Anza College students, faculty members and classified professionals.

Check out the videos posted last week, which feature students, faculty members and educator Joe Canton discussing the importance of Black history and heritage. Stay tuned for more videos.

Lunar New Year Zoom Backgrounds

Lunar New Year zoom background with image of dragonCheck out the four new Zoom backgrounds designed by the Office of Communications! The backgrounds feature Year of the Dragon designs in honor of Lunar New Year. You can find these backgrounds, our Black History Month backgrounds and more on the college website.


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

  • Last day to drop classes with a W – Friday, March 1

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


Governance Meetings

Find more information about college governance at deanza.edu/gov


Tell Us!

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