This email was sent to all students registered for spring quarter.
April 8, 2024
Quick Notes for the Week of April 8
Spotlight
Welcome to the Quarter!
You can find a list of student services, including resources for basic needs, tutoring and more at deanza.edu/services/.
Some student services may have special hours for the first two weeks of the quarter.
Thank you to Caring Campus for helping students with questions today.
Staff members wore easily recognizable Caring Campus shirts and "Ask Me" buttons to help students on their first day of the quarter.
Adding and Dropping Classes
Next Friday, April 19, is the last day to add classes with an add code from the instructor. The last day to drop classes without a W is next Saturday, April 20. You can find more information on adding and dropping classes on the De Anza website.
DASG Runoff Election
Cast your vote for the position of DASG Finance Chair before the special runoff election closes at the end of day on Monday, April 15.
Read about the candidates and cast your ballot at deanza.edu/studentvote. You can see final voting results for other offices at deanza.edu/dasg/elections.
Cal Grant Deadline Extended to May 2
There’s still time to apply for a Cal Grant for next year! The deadline has been extended to Friday, May 2, so you still have time to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) for the 2024-25 academic year. The deadline is being extended for this year only, because of changes in the FAFSA process.
Want help with your application? The California Student Aid Commission is offering free online workshops in coming weeks, including sessions on how to complete the FAFSA when a parent (or other contributor) doesn’t have a Social Security number. Sign up for a webinar on the CSAC website or contact De Anza's Financial Aid office for more information.
Upcoming Events
Auto Tech Car Show and Job Fair
The annual Auto Tech car show is next Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in Lot E. The event, which is organized by the Auto Tech Club and the Automotive Technology Department, will also serve as a job fair, with various employers in attendance.
All makes and models of cars are welcome at the show. Spectators can enter for free, but those wishing to bring their cars will need to register at the gate by paying a $20 entrance fee per vehicle. There will be food, music and more. Visit the event website for more information.
Scholarships and Internships
California Community Colleges Grant for Full-time Students
The Student Success Completion Grant is a financial program from the California community colleges system that encourages students to enroll full-time. Students enrolled in 12 units per semester can receive up to $2,596 per year and students enrolled in 15 or more units per semester can receive up to $8,000 per year. You may quality for the grant if you are a full-time student, have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and have completed the FAFSA or CADAA and have been awarded a Cal Grant B or C. Complete your FAFSA or CADAA by the Cal Grant deadline to apply.
Association for Women in Science Scholarship
The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) promotes the study of science and the choice of scientific careers for women. Students majoring in science, mathematics, nursing or engineering may qualify for
the Palo Alto AWIS scholarship award of $1000. Applicants must represent the agency’s missions of promoting the advancement of
women in science, be enrolled in at least 12 units at the time of application, have
a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher and be enrolled in at least six units at the time
the scholarship is disbursed. The application deadline is April 19. You can find more information in Academic Works.
Paid Stanford Internships for Formerly Incarcerated Students
Stanford University is offering four paid internship opportunities this summer specifically for current community college students who were previously incarcerated or have been affected by the criminal justice system. Interns will work closely with faculty and graduate student mentors to gain research experience and skills. Internships are six to eight weeks long, from mid-June to mid-August, with stipends
of $4,500 for six weeks and $6,000 for eight weeks. For details, visit the Rising Scholars website.
Mark Your Calendar
Be sure to check these program websites for:
You can also check the Events Calendar for additional events and details.
This Week
- Financial Wellness Workshop – financial literacy session – Tuesday, April 9, 10-11 a.m.
- Free Tax-Filing Assistance – United Way service – Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Next Week
- What's In Your Heart? – MOMENTUM series event with Danee Black – Tuesday, April 16, noon-2 p.m.
- Auto Tech Car Show – job fair and car show – Saturday, April 20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tell us about your event! Use the online form at deanza.edu/communications/tell-us.
Dates and Deadlines
- Spring quarter starts – Today, April 8
- Last day to add classes with an add code – Friday, April 19
- Last day to drop classes without a W – Saturday, April 20
Visit the Academic Calendar page to see more important dates and deadlines by quarter.
Governance Meetings
- Classified Senate: Tuesday, April 9, 2-3 p.m.
Learn more about college governance at deanza.edu/gov.
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