What's Happening at Cañada: Week of January 27, 2025

 

Pick Up Free Red Cards

Red Cards from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center outline key constitutional rights for everyone, regardless of immigration status. Red Cards are available in both English and Spanish. Please encourage students and colleagues to pick up a free card at:

Building 5

• Outreach (Building 5, Room 108)
• Cañada Market (Building 5, Room, 202)

Building 8

• President’s Office (Building 8, Room 206)
• Office of VPSS (Building 8, Room 209)

Building 9

• Admissions & Records (Building 9, First Floor)
• Welcome Center (Building 9, First Floor)
• COLTS-U Transfer Center (Building 9, Room 106)
• Undocumented Community Center (Building 9, Room 118)
• EOPS (Building 9, Room 133)
• VROC (Building 9, Room 151)
• Learning Center (Building 9, Second Floor)
• Library (Building 9, Third Floor)

Building 17

• Cultural Center (Building 17, Room 107)

Building 18

• Middle College office (Building 18, Room 111)
• SparkPoint office (Building 18, Rooms 106/115)  

Building 22

• Office of Public Safety (Building 22, Room 106) 

 

Updated SMCCCD Undocumented Community Resources Website

The SMCCCD Undocumented Community Resources site offers guidance and support for undocumented students, staff and families. This hub provides information on legal and financial aid resources, campus ally programs, and community partnerships. We encourage you to explore these resources, and don’t hesitate to ask for help whenever needed.
 

Upcoming Events

For a complete listing of events, visit the Events Calendar.

Tuesday, January 28

Recruitment Weekdays: Child Care Careers Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Bay Area Honors Research Symposium (BHC) Proposal Writing Workshop

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Building 13, Room 233
 

Wednesday, January 29

EOPS/CARE/NEXTUP/FYSI Open House

10:00am - 2:00pm
Building 9, Room 133
 

Recruitment Weekdays: Sharmila Montessori House Of Children Hiring & Info Session

11:00am - 1:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Math JAM Workshop: Composition & Inputs #1

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Building 9, Room 251
 

A Visit from SCAD: Savannah College of Art and Design

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Cañada College
 

Math JAM Workshop: Composition & Inputs #2

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Building 9, Room 251
 

SMCCCD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

6:00pm
SMCCCD District Office
 

Thursday, January 30

Recruitment Weekdays: City of Belmont Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Math JAM Workshop: Composition & Inputs #3

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Building 9, Room 251
 

January Drop-In Hours at COLTS-U Transfer Center

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 106
 

Financial Aid Application Assistance

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Building 9, Room 110
 

Shōgatsu: Japanese New Years Celebration

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
 

KCSM Documentary Screening

5:30pm - 7:30pm
College of San Mateo Theatre
 

Friday, January 31

California Council of Cultural Centers in Higher Education (CaCCCHE) NorCal Drive-in

9:00am - 2:30pm
Building 6, Rooms 101/102
 

Ho’oponopono: Holistic Healing in Higher Education Speaker and Workshop

9:30am - 2:00pm
Building 6, Rooms 101/102
 

(Baseball) Santa Barbara vs. Cañada

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Colts Baseball Field
 

Saturday, February 1

(Baseball) Santa Barbara vs. Cañada

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Colts Baseball Field
 

Sunday, February 2

Last Day to Drop Semester Length Classes Without Appearing on Record

All Day
 

Monday, February 3

Census Day

All Day
 

Tuesday, February 4

Recruitment Weekdays: GOALS For Autism, Inc Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Wednesday, February 5

Brave Space Collective - Writing Open Creating Session for LGBTQ+ Publication

9:00am - 11:00am
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
 

Womxn of Color Collaborative Reconvening and Reconnecting Event

11:30am - 12:30pm
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
 

Study Abroad Gilman Scholarship Info Session

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Skyline College, Building 6, Room 202
 

Recruitment Weekdays: YMCA of Silicon Valley Hiring & Info Session

12:00pm - 2:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Barcelona Fall 2025 Information Session #4

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
 

Brave Space Collective - Writing Open Creating Session for LGBTQ+ Publication

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Cultural Center, Building 17 Room 107
 

(Men’s Basketball) Ohlone vs. Cañada

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 1 Gym
 

Writing Center Workshop: Getting Started With Writing Assignments

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
 

Thursday, February 6

Recruitment Weekdays: City of South San Francisco Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Recruitment Weekdays: California Home Care Solutions Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

(Baseball) Los Medanos vs. Cañada

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Colts Baseball Field
 

Friday, February 7

(Baseball) Santa Rosa vs. Cañada

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Colts Baseball Field
 

(Men’s Basketball) De Anza vs. Cañada

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 1 Gym
 

Saturday, February 8

MLA Citation Basics

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Classroom 9-312
 

West African Dance Class: Equity Excursion

12:30pm - 5:30pm
Oakland, CA
 

Monday, February 10

Brave Space Collective - Writing Open Creating Session for LGBTQ+ Publication

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Cultural Center, Building 17 Room 107
 

Tuesday, February 11

Scholarship Workshop

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Building 9, 2nd Floor (Writing Center)
 

(Baseball) Gavilan vs. Cañada

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Colts Baseball Field
 

Gilman Scholarship Online Info Session

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Online
 

Reoccurring Events

Every Tuesday

Free Groceries – Weekly Food Distribution

11:00am - 1:00pm
Lot 6
 

Every Wednesday

Ruck N’ Walk

12:30pm - 1:00pm
Building 9, Room 151
 

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

SparkPoint Market

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 5, Room 222

 

For disability-related accommodations, please email canvpss@smccd.edu or call (650) 306-3234.

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of January 20, 2025

 

There is Still Time to Add a Course this Semester!

Students have until Monday, January 27 to add a semester-length class to their schedule. Please contact the instructor to get an add code for a class that has already started. Check out Open Classes on WebSchedule to see available classes. Cañada College also offers many late-start classes that are open for registration. Check out  Late-Start Classes on WebSchedule to see what late-start classes are available. Cañada College is free for qualifying San Mateo County residents pursuing a degree or certificate. For more information and details on qualifications, please refer to our Free College FAQ.
 

Updated SMCCCD Undocumented Community Resources Website

We are excited to share the updated SMCCCD Undocumented Community Resources site, which offers guidance and support for undocumented students, staff and families. This hub provides information on legal and financial aid resources, campus ally programs, and community partnerships. We encourage you to explore these resources, and don’t hesitate to ask for help whenever needed.
 

Disability Resource Center Has Moved to Building 9

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Cañada College has relocated many of services to the first floor of Building 9. Here are the updated locations for DRC services:

• Counseling Appointments: All appointments with a DRC counselor will now take place in Building 9 (Students, check your appointment confirmation email for the room, or check in with the Welcome Center)
• Assistive Technology Loaner Program: Located on the 3rd floor of Building 9 in the Library
• Testing Services: Still located in the Learning Center on the 2nd floor
• Alt Media Services: Now in Building 5, 2nd floor, Room 205
• Assistive Technology Services: Now in Building 5, 3rd floor, Room 305

For any questions about DRC appointments or assistance with scheduling, students can check in with the Welcome Center team on the first floor of Building 9. The DRC office phone number and email address remains the same: (650) 306-3259 / canadadrc@smccd.edu.
 

Upcoming Events

For a complete listing of events, visit the Events Calendar.

Tuesday, January 21

Art & Reflection: Undocu-Community Gathering

All Day
Undocumented Community Center, Building 9, Room 118
 

Wednesday, January 22

Recruitment Weekdays: DABS Inc. Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Math JAM Workshop: Factoring #1

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Building 9, Room 251
 

Math JAM Workshop: Factoring #2

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Building 9, Room 251
 

#3 Summer 2025 in Rome Information Session

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online

Thursday, January 23

Math JAM Workshop: Factoring #3

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Building 9, Room 251
 

Recruitment Weekdays: It Takes a Village Children & Family Services LLC Hiring & Info Session

12:00pm - 2:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

January Drop-In Hours at COLTS-U Transfer Center

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 106
 

Financial Aid Application Assistance

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Building 9, Room 110
 

Barcelona Fall 2025 Information Session #3

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
 

Friday, January 24

(Men’s Basketball) San Mateo vs. Cañada

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 1 Gym
 

Monday, January 27

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

All Day
 

Last Day to Add Semester Length Classes

All Day
 

Recruitment Weekdays: Rising Sun Center for Opportunity Hiring & Info Session

12:00pm - 2:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Tuesday, January 28

Recruitment Weekdays: ChildCare Careers Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Bay Area Honors Research Symposium (BHC) Proposal Writing Workshop

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Building 13, Room 233
 

Wednesday, January 29

EOPS/CARE/NEXTUP/FYSI Open House

10:00am - 2:00pm
Building 9, Room 133
 

Recruitment Weekdays: Sharmila Montessori House Of Children Hiring & Info Session

11:00am - 1:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

A Visit from SCAD: Savannah College of Art and Design

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Cañada College
 

SMCCCD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

6:00pm
SMCCCD District Office
 

Thursday, January 30

Recruitment Weekdays: City of Belmont Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

January Drop-In Hours at COLTS-U Transfer Center

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 106
 

Financial Aid Application Assistance

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Building 9, Room 110
 

Shōgatsu: Japanese New Years Celebration

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
 

KCSM Documentary Screening

5:30pm - 8:00pm
College of San Mateo Theatre
 

Friday, January 31

California Council of Cultural Centers in Higher Education (CaCCCHE) NorCal Drive-in

9:00am - 2:30pm
Building 6, Rooms 101/102
 

Ho’oponopono: Holistic Healing in Higher Education Speaker and Workshop

9:30am - 2:00pm
Building 6, Rooms 101/102
 

(Baseball) Santa Barbara vs. Cañada

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Colts Baseball Field
 

Saturday, February 1

(Baseball) Santa Barbara vs. Cañada

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Colts Baseball Field
 

Sunday, February 2

Last Day to Drop Semester Length Classes Without Appearing on Record

All Day
 

Monday, February 3

Census Day

All Day
 

Tuesday, February 4

Recruitment Weekdays: GOALS For Autism, Inc Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Wednesday, February 5

Brave Space Collective - Writing Open Creating Session for LGBTQ+ Publication

9:00am - 11:00am
Cultural Center, Building 17 Room 107
 

Gilman Scholarship Information Session

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Building 6, Room 6-202
 

Study Abroad Gilman Scholarship Info Session

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Skyline College, Building 6, Room 202
 

Barcelona Fall 2025 Information Session #4

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
 

Brave Space Collective - Writing Open Creating Session for LGBTQ+ Publication

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Cultural Center, Building 17 Room 107
 

(Men’s Basketball) Ohlone vs. Cañada

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 1 Gym
 

Writing Center Workshop: Getting Started With Writing Assignments

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
 

Reoccurring Events

Every Tuesday

Free Groceries – Weekly Food Distribution

11:00am - 1:00pm
Lot 6
 

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

SparkPoint Market

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 5, Room 222

 

For disability-related accommodations, please email canvpss@smccd.edu or call (650) 306-3234.

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of January 13, 2025

 

Spring 2025 Welcome Message

Last Monday all registered students received a Spring 2025 Welcome Message with important information for the start of the semester. You may not have received this message if you enrolled in classes after Monday. Please read and review the message, as it contains answers to our most frequently asked questions.
 

There is Still Time to Add a Course this Semester!

Students have until Monday, January 27 to add a semester-length class to their schedule. Please contact the instructor to get an add code for a class that has already started. Check out Open Classes on WebSchedule to see available classes. Cañada College also offers many late-start classes that are open for registration. Check out  Late-Start Classes on WebSchedule to see what late-start classes are available. Cañada College is free for qualifying San Mateo County residents pursuing a degree or certificate. For more information and details on qualifications, please refer to our Free College FAQ.
 

Updated SMCCCD Undocumented Community Resources Website

We are excited to share the updated SMCCCD Undocumented Community Resources site, which offers guidance and support for undocumented students, staff and families. This hub provides information on legal and financial aid resources, campus ally programs, and community partnerships. We encourage you to explore these resources, and don’t hesitate to ask for help whenever needed.
 

Foundation for California Community Colleges Wildfire Relief Fund

Southern California wildfires and hurricane-force winds have closed several community colleges, displacing students, faculty, and staff who are facing financial struggles. The Foundation for California Community Colleges is providing emergency assistance for housing, supplies, and other vital needs. Your donation  can help them recover and stay on track with their education. Please consider giving today if you can.
 

Disability Resource Center Has Moved to Building 9

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Cañada College has relocated many of services to the first floor of Building 9. Here are the updated locations for DRC services:

• Counseling Appointments: All appointments with a DRC counselor will now take place in Building 9 (Students, check your appointment confirmation email for the room, or check in with the Welcome Center)
• Assistive Technology Loaner Program: Located on the 3rd floor of Building 9 in the Library
• Testing Services: Still located in the Learning Center on the 2nd floor
• Alt Media Services: Now in Building 5, 2nd floor, Room 205
• Assistive Technology Services: Now in Building 5, 3rd floor, Room 305

For any questions about DRC appointments or assistance with scheduling, students can check in with the Welcome Center team on the first floor of Building 9. The DRC office phone number and email address remains the same: (650) 306-3259 / canadadrc@smccd.edu.
 

Upcoming Events

For a complete listing of events, visit the Events Calendar.

Monday, January 13

Day and Evening Classes Begin

All Day
 

Wednesday, January 15

January Drop-In Hours at COLTS-U Transfer Center

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 106
 

Thursday, January 16

Financial Aid Application Assistance

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Building 9, Room 110
 

Friday, January 17

(Men’s Basketball) Las Positas vs. Cañada

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 1 Gym
 

Saturday, January 18

Declared Recess - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

No Classes Held and Offices Closed
All Day
 

Sunday, January 19

Declared Recess - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

No Classes Held and Offices Closed
All Day
 

Monday, January 20

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Holiday)

No Classes Held and Offices Closed
All Day
 

Wednesday, January 22

#3 Summer 2025 in Rome Information Session

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
 

Thursday, January 23

January Drop-In Hours at COLTS-U Transfer Center

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 106
 

Financial Aid Application Assistance

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Building 9, Room 110
 

Barcelona Fall 2025 Information Session #3

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
 

Friday, January 24

(Men’s Basketball) San Mateo vs. Cañada

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 1 Gym
 

Monday, January 27

Last Day to Add Semester Length Classes

All Day
 

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

All Day
 

Tuesday, January 28

Recruitment Weekdays: ChildCare Careers Hiring & Info Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
 

Bay Area Honors Research Symposium (BHC) Proposal Writing Workshop

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Building 13, Room 233
 

Reoccurring Events

Every Tuesday

Free Groceries – Weekly Food Distribution

11:00am - 1:00pm
Lot 6
 

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

SparkPoint Market

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 5, Room 222

 

For disability-related accommodations, please email canvpss@smccd.edu or call (650) 306-3234.

Preparing for the Spring Semester

 

Dear Cañada College Students,

Welcome to the Spring 2025 semester at Cañada College! We're excited to have you with us and proud to be your partner on this journey towards your educational goals.

As we kick off the Spring semester on Monday, January 13, we want to share some helpful tips and resources to ensure your success at Cañada College.
 

There’s Still Time to Register for Classes!

Registration for the Spring semester is open and there are tons of classes to choose from. You can find your classes online and enroll early using WebSMART to ensure you get the classes you need.

View all open classes HERE.

How can I enroll in classes?

Log in to WebSMART to enroll in classes.
 

GENERAL HELP & QUESTIONS

In-Person Help

The Welcome Center of the college will have staff available to assist students with questions. The Welcome Center is located on the first floor of Building 9.

Counseling 

Do you need general assistance? Need help adding or dropping classes, or would you like to update your Student Education Plan? Please contact Counseling to make an appointment. They can help you in-person or virtually.

Campus Hours

Please refer to the Campus Hours page, which provides an updated listing of campus-wide hours for all departments and programs on campus.

Virtual Tour & Campus Map

We have a Virtual Tour site where you can explore the College's buildings and familiarize yourself with where your classes and Cañada’s student support programs are located. You can also refer to the campus map. 

Free Student Parking

Students can park in any designated student parking lot for free and without a permit. Students will be ticketed for parking in staff parking lots, designated handicap parking spaces without a tag, and designated red zones. Please view the campus map to see where the student parking lots are located and visit the Parking website for more information.

Public Safety

Cañada's Public Safety is located in Building 22, Room 106. They can also be reached at (650) 738-7000. To request an ambulance or report a fire or crimes in progress, dial 9-911 from any campus phone.

Cañada is a Smoke-Free Campus

Per SMCCCD Board Policy 2.27, vaping and smoking are prohibited on all SMCCCD campuses. Please do not smoke or vape on campus, including in our buildings and restrooms.
 

CLASS RESOURCES

View Open Classes

To view available classes, check out WebSchedule.

Use Your College Email

All college electronic communications will come to your my.smccd.edu email address. Log into your WebSMART student account to find your email address and password. If you wish, you may forward your my.smccd.edu emails to a personal email account. For more information about email forwarding, see the Email Forwarding tutorial.

If You Miss the First Class, Contact Your Instructor Immediately

If you were unable to get to your first class meeting please contact your instructor immediately to avoid the possibility of being dropped for non-attendance.

Closed Classes

If a class you want is filled to capacity, you should contact the instructor. If the instructor has space in the class, they may provide you with an authorization code to add the class.

Submit Authorization Codes Immediately

If you receive an authorization code from an instructor to add a class, be sure to register immediately via WebSMART. You will need both the authorization code and the CRN# for the class in order to enroll. Some instructors may honor your authorization code for a short period of time only. If you have not officially registered for the class, you may be denied entry.

Use Waitlists

You will only have 24 hours from the time you have been notified via email (your my.smccd.edu account) to register. Please review your email daily if you are on a waitlist. If you do not register for the class within 24 hours, you will be dropped off the waitlist. You may also receive waitlist notifications via text message if you sign up to receive other non-emergency information via text message.

Borrow Technology

Current students who need access to internet and technology equipment or software required to complete coursework, are eligible to borrow available equipment such as Chromebooks, hotspots, and graphing calculators. To learn more, please visit the Cañada College’s Library website on borrowing technology.

Order Textbooks Online

Search for and purchase textbooks by Course Reference Number (CRN) to get them shipped to you from the Cañada College Bookstore. For questions about Inclusive Access, including support and the opt-out form, visit the Inclusive Access page.

Important Academic Dates

To view important academic dates for this semester (campus closures, deadlines, etc.), please refer to the SMCCCD Academic Calendar.
 

STUDENT SERVICES & ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

List of Student Services

We’re here to help and support you. Check out these resources available online and in-person at Cañada College.

Health & Wellness Center

Schedule online health and personal counseling appointments on the Personal Counseling website. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, or bullying, you can access free on-demand mental health professionals 24/7 through our partnership with TimelyCare.

Free Groceries & Housing Resources for Students

For information about how to pick up free groceries on campus or access housing support, visit the SparkPoint site.

On-Campus Dining

Please visit the Grove Café website for up-to-date hours, the complete menu, this week's specials, online ordering options, and takeout orders. For more dining options, check the Food Services page.

Student ID Cards

Students do not need to make an appointment to pick up their ID cards and can drop in any time the Student Life Office is open. The office is located in Building 5, Room 354.

Setting Your Personal Pronouns

Rather than having to manage your personal pronouns in WebSMART and Canvas, you can now set them both from within WebSMART. If you previously entered your personal pronouns into Canvas but not into WebSMART, your personal pronouns will disappear from Canvas until you enter them into WebSMART. View Setting your Personal Pronoun in WebSMART & Canvas for details.

College Events

Check out Cañada's Event Calendar to learn about special events, workshops, and other opportunities happening in-person and virtually. 

Cañada College Athletic Center

To learn about student membership rates, please call the Cañada College Athletic Center and speak to a Membership Representative at (650) 381-3575 or stop by the Athletic Center for a tour.

Sign Up for Emergency Text Message Notifications

To receive emergency college communications via text message on your device, log in to WebSMART. In the tab labeled "Student Services," select "Emergency Text Message Contact Information," alternatively, you can go directly to ALERTME or text CAN to 67283 to register for emergency notifications.

Student Email & System Access Standards Guidelines

The SMCCCD Information Technology Systems (ITS) department wants to remind students of the Student Email and System Access Standards Guidelines policy, including the inactivation of student accounts once they are no longer enrolled in courses in the district. You can view the policy on the SMCCCD Student Email & System Access Standards site. 
 

COVID-19 SAFETY INFORMATION

COVID District Policy

Do not come to campus if you feel sick, are symptomatic, or have tested positive for COVID-19.

SMCCCD COVID Safety Officer

Chief Facilities and Operations Officer Michele Rudovsky is the SMCCCD COVID Safety Officer. 

Students and Community Members

Students and other campus community members are no longer required to report positives but must follow guidance to remain home if sick, symptomatic, or tested positive for COVID-19. See the  Isolation/Exposure/Quarantine Decision Tree for when you can return to campus.

For more information on SMCCCD COVID-19 policies and procedures, please visit the SMCCCD COVID-19 Health Information website.

 

We look forward to welcoming you back this Spring semester,

Your Cañada College Team