What's Happening at Cañada: Week of January 17, 2022

Week of January 17, 2022

 

Free COVID-19 Testing

COVID testing services continue to be available at College of San Mateo (CSM) for any student who wishes to get tested, subject to appointment availability. You can access the following website to schedule an appointment: https://smccd.edu/return-to-campus/testing.php Additionally, beginning Jan. 19, every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests. The tests are completely free and orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. For more information visit: https://www.covidtests.gov/

 

Free Masks Available on Campus

SMCCCD continues to make face coverings (masks) available to all students. Face coverings are required when indoors (unless actively eating or drinking). KN95 masks are available to students for free in campus Bookstores and surgical masks are located at various locations throughout all buildings.

 

Quick Tips for a Successful Semester

Check out some quick tips to help you prepare for the Spring semester. Classes begin on Tuesday! https://bit.ly/3ttthsj

 

Campus Hours Website

As Cañada begins its return to in-person student services, please refer to the Campus Hours website that provides an updated listing of campus-wide hours.

 

The Cañada Shuttle is Back!

The Cañada College shuttle is running direct service Monday-Thursday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning January 18, 2022 through May 27, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

January 18-21

Student Support Station

Jan. 18 & 19: 12-6 p.m. and Jan. 20 & 21: 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.
The Quad area between Buildings 9 & 18

Students can get help with orientation, counseling appointments, registration, financial aid and more! No appointment is needed – just stop by!

 

January 19

Welcome Week

9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Upper Lawn

Celebrate the first week of school with Student Senate! Free snacks and school supplies while supplies last.

 

January 21

College Connection Hour (In-person and virtual)

1-2 p.m.
Building 9, Room 154 and via Zoom: https://smccd.zoom.us/j/81126979916

Cañada College will host College Connection Hour, a drop-in community-building event for campus community members to gather and connect.

 

January 26

Men’s Basketball vs Ohlone College

7 p.m.
Building 1

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Ohlone College!

 

January 27

Men’s Baseball vs Sacramento City College

2 p.m.
Cañada Baseball Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Sacramento City College!

 

January 28

College Connection Hour (In-person and virtual)

1-2 p.m.
Building 9, Room 154 and via Zoom: https://smccd.zoom.us/j/81126979916

Cañada College will host College Connection Hour, a drop-in community-building event for campus community members to gather and connect.

 

January 29

Men’s Baseball vs Sacramento City College

1 p.m.
Cañada Baseball Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Sacramento City College!

 

January 31

Last Day to Drop Semester Length Classes with Eligibility for Partial Refund

 

Last Day to Add Semester Length Classes

 

February 2

UndocuHealing: Welcome Back with Dreamers Club

11 a.m.-1 pm & 5-6pm
Upper Quad

Join the Dreamers Club for a self-care package distribution and an origami butterfly session in support of Cañada's undocumented and mixed-status community. If you are unable to attend in person, reserve your self-care packages using this form by Tuesday, February 1.