Tuesday, April 25, 2017

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of April 24, 2017






Week of April 24, 2017


April 25

Banking Workshop

Financial Literacy Lab (Building 9, Room 123)
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.  

Learn about positive banking practices and tools just for Cañada College students.


What’s So Immoral About Making Money?

Main Theatre
7 p.m.  

Cañada Young Americans for Freedom present Rabbi Daniel Lapin, a author and radio-show host who will speak about the key principle on making money.


April 26:

University Visit: FIDM

The Grove
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Come meet representatives from FIDM.


Let’s Talk About Money

 Financial Literacy Lab (Building 9, Room 123)
12:30-1:30 p.m. & 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ever wonder where your money goes?  Learn about Cash Course and start your own budget.


Plagarism: What is it and How to Avoid It

Library (Building 9, Third Floor)
12:10-1 p.m.

Using someone’s idea in a paper can lead to a failing grade – or even suspension! It’s easily avoided in three simple steps. Find out how at this free workshop.


We Love Social Sciences Lunch & Discussion

Building 9, Room 307
12:30-3 p.m.

Meet our friendly faculty, counselor’s ad program staff. Learn about Social Sciences majors, careers and classes.


We ♥ Social Sciences

The Social Sciences Hub (Building 9, Room 30)
12:30 – 3 p.m.

Considering a Social Sciences major? Looking for transfer pathways? Interested in Honors? Getting ready to register for Fall 2017? Meet the Social Sciences faculty, counseling and program staff. Tour the Social Sciences Hub and enjoy free lunch and dessert!


From Student to Professional Workshop

Building 22, Room 116
5:45-7 p.m.

Workshop presented by Bright Horizons at Cañada College. RSVP to Jamie Hui: huij@smccd.edu. Refreshments provided.


Evaluating Websites: Everything You Need to know

Library
4:45-5:45 p.m.

Attend the free workshop to find out everything you need to know about evaluating websites to cite sources.


April 27:

Connect to College Night

The Grove
6-8 p.m.

A night for high school students, parents, and the greater community to learn about Cañada College.


CalFresh and Nutrition Workshop

Financial Literacy Lab (Building 9, Room 123)
12:30-1:30 p.m.  

Meet with a CalFresh representative to learn if you are eligible for money for healthy and nutritious food and/or to begin the CalFresh process!


Financial Resources Fair for the Center for Working Adults

CIETL (Building 9, Room 154)
6:30-8:10 p.m.   

Learn about, “Money Management” Tools and resources for students!


April 28:

ColtsHacks – Hackathon

Building 9, Room 206
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Computer Science Club is hosting a hackathon! The event is open to all students at Cañada, CSM and Skyline with any amount of experience, but no experience is required! Compete with other students in creating the best program that meets the topic for the event, in hopes of winning the grand prize. This will be done through programming an app, website, or a simple mini program with any programming language, such as C++, Java, HTML/CSS, or JavaScript.  RSVP here.


April 29:

Literacy Workshop: Best Practice for Our Youngest Readers, K-2

Building 6, Room 101/102
9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost: $20.00 for community college students. RSVP at: bit.ly/April29reading. Materials and lunch provided.


May 2-3

Awareness Week

Tuesday, May 2 | Refugees Awareness
Wednesday, May 3 | Human Trafficking 

University Center, Bldg 6, Room 101/102
3-4 p.m.

­­­Bring your Spring 2017 Cañada Student Body Card and get free snacks while learning more about refugees and human trafficking around the world and in your community.


May 2-4

Student Senate Elections

Electronic Voting
All Day

Make your vote count! Cast your ballot to choose your student representatives for the Fall 2017 and Spring 2018 Academic year!


May 3

Workshop: Transfer Admission Planner & TAG

Building 9, Room 106
2:30-3:30 p.m.

This workshop will assist you with UC TAG applications and the requirements.


University Visit: University of Hawaii at Mañoa

The Grove
10 a.m. –1 p.m.

Come meet representatives from University of Hawaii at Mañoa.

Monday, April 17, 2017

Business & Accounting Information Session - April 20th at RWC Library, 5:30 p.m.

Are you interested in a career in business or accounting?

Take the first steps by attending a free one-hour info session about the Business and Accounting Programs at Cañada College.

DATE: Thursday, April 20, 2017

TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Redwood City Public Library
1044 Middlefield Road
2nd Floor Community Room
Redwood City, CA 94063

COST: Free!

Secure your future and REGISTER TODAY:
https://canadabusinessinfosession2017spring.eventbrite.com

For more information, contact: Professor Nance • Nancec@smccd.edu • 650-306-3497


Tuesday, April 11, 2017

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of April 10, 2017




Week of April 10, 2017



Now through the End of the Semester

Extended Study Hall

Learning Center (Building 9, Room 206)
Monday through Thursday from 9 p.m.-12 a.m.; Friday from 3-6 p.m.
Study doesn't have to stop when the sun goes down., The College is now offering extended hours so students can study late!


April 11

Tea Time with TRIO

Learning Center Staff Room (Building 9, Second Floor by the STEM Center)
2-3 p.m.

Take a well-deserved break from your busy day and enjoy some coffee, tea, hot chocolate and cookies.  Meet other Cañada Students as well as faculty and staff.  Learn about what’s happening at Cañada, the Learning Center, TRIO, ¡ESO!, and A2B!


April 12

University Visit: Notre Dame De Namur University

The Grove
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Come meet representatives from Notre Dame De Namur University.


Blood Drive

Outside of Building 8
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Help save lives by donating blood during our Blood Drive with Blood Centers of the Pacific! The mobile lab will be on campus for your convenience and reservations are available.


University Visit: Grand Canyon University

The Grove
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Come meet representatives from Grand Canyon University.


Spring Job & Intern Fair

The Grove
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Job fairs are a great way to explore potential career fields and job openings with employers. Come as you are with lots of questions and copies of your resume. There will be free food, mock interviews, resume help and prize giveaways!


April 13

Workshop: Personal Statement

Building 9, Room 123
1-2 p.m.

Learn how to write a personal statement for your admission application.


Workshop: Financial Aid Steps for Transfer Students – Part 2

Building 9, Room 123
2-3 p.m.

Learn to evaluate and compare the financial aid packages offered by universities. Please bring a copy of your financial aid award letter. 


Cañada Men’s Baseball vs. Monterey Peninsula College

Cañada College
2:30 p.m.

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Monterey Peninsula College!


Cañada Men’s Baseball vs. Gavilan College

Cañada College
2:30 p.m.

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Gavilan College!


April 14

Campus Closure at Noon: Loop Road Water Investigation

The campus will shut down and no classes will be held starting at Noon on Friday, April 14. Additional information can be found here.


April 17

Campus-wide Brown Bag Series

Building 9, Room 154
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Members of the college community are invited to join President Moore in a brown bag series. The casual social gatherings will provide students, faculty and staff with an opportunity to share feedback and ideas about campus.


April 18

Spring Wellness Fair


The Grove
10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Please join the Cañada Health Center at the Spring Wellness Fair! Discover resources on mind, body and emotional health. There will be free drawing for prizes and lunch for students who participate.


April 19

Earth Day

Upper Lawn
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Bring your Spring 2017 Cañada Student Body Card and enjoy a free Acai bowl, plant flowers to take home and check out 25 different community booths.


Campus-wide Brown Bag Series

Building 9, Room 154
1-2 p.m.

Members of the college community are invited to join President Moore in a brown bag series. The casual social gatherings will provide students, faculty and staff with an opportunity to share feedback and ideas about campus.

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