Graduating this Fall? Don't Forget to File a Petition by October 31!
Are you planning on graduating this semester? Don’t forget to file a petition by October 31. For all degree petitions, it is advised to first meet with an Academic Counselor.To set up an appointment with an Academic Counselor to discuss a degree petition:
- Log in to your OneLogin portal
- Choose "Student Success Link"
- Go to the “My Appointments” tab
- Click on “Schedule an Appointment”
- For Appointment type, select the reason for scheduling the counseling appointment
- Select the desired counselor, time and date that best fit your availability
To complete a Certificate petition:
- Log in to WebSMART
- Click on “Student Services”
- Click on “Apply to Graduate” under Student Records
Plan Your Spring 2026 Classes
The Spring 2026 schedule is now on WebSchedule so that you can map out your next semester. Priority registration opens soon. To create or update your Student Education Plan (SEP), book an academic counseling appointment with the Cañada Counseling Center.Red Cards & Undocumented Community Resources
Wallet-sized “Red Cards” that explain how to safely assert your rights during interactions with immigration enforcement are available for pickup at the Undocumented Community Center. These cards are offered in multiple languages, including Spanish, English, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian and Portuguese. These can also be printed from home here.
If you or someone you know needs help or information, please take advantage of these free and confidential services:
Available Support Services
- Cañada College Immigration Legal Clinic: Free, confidential consultations for students and their families via phone or Zoom. Sign up for an appointment here.
- Higher Education Legal Services: Free immigration legal support for students, staff and faculty across California Community Colleges. You can sign up for an appointment here.
- Faith in Action: San Mateo County Rapid Response Line: Faith in Action is a community response line coordinated by volunteers. If you need accompaniment for immigration court, want to report that someone has been detained, or witness ICE activity in San Mateo County, call the 24/7 Rapid Response Hotline at (203) 666-4472.Trained responders are available to verify reports and connect affected individuals with urgent legal and community support. Please note: This service is separate from Cañada College and is offered as a community resource.
- Know Your Rights Materials: Wallet-sized “Red Cards” that explain how to safely assert your rights during interactions with immigration enforcement are available for pickup at the Undocumented Community Center (Building 9, Room 118). These cards are offered in multiple languages, including Spanish, English, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian and Portuguese. These can also be printed from home here.
- Family Preparedness Plan: A Family Preparedness Plan can also be found at the Undocumented Community Center in Building 9, Room 118, or accessed here (linked to print) for download and printing.
Additional Resources
Visit the District’s Undocumented Community Resources or stop by the Undocumented Community Center (Building 9, Room 118), open Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
Final Approval of Accreditation Report
On Wednesday, November 5, Cañada’s Planning & Budgeting Council,
which serves as the Accreditation Oversight Committee for Cañada
College, will be voting on whether or not to approve the College’s Institutional Self Evaluation Report and
recommend that the President forward it to the Board of Trustees for
their approval. Any questions or suggestions about the document before
this Friday, please email Dean Engel. Thank you!
Photo Exhibit: “Timeless Machines” by Jeovanny Carlos in the Cañada Library
The
Cañada Library, located in Building 9 on the third floor, is hosting a
photo exhibit by one of its own student assistants, Jeovanny Carlos.
Timeless Machines features both black-and-white and color digital
photographs of classic cars. Stop by and check it out!
SMCCCD Athletic Center's Fall Showcase
You're invited to a series of special Athletic Center Fall Showcase events on Saturday, November 8, at Cañada College's Athletic Center and Sunday, November 9, at College of San Mateo's Athletic Center .
The two-day event highlights the top offerings of our Athletic Centers.
All SMCCCD students, faculty, or staff who aren't members can still
participate in our special programs or explore at their own leisure.
Enjoy light snacks and refreshments! Please RSVP if you would like to attend one of these free events!
Campus Dining
Please visit The Grove Cafe website for this week's menu and online ordering options.
Upcoming Events
For a complete listing of events, visit the Events Calendar.
Tuesday, October 28
Dia De Los Muertos - Arts & Crafts (Morning Event)
9:30am - 1:00pm
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Building 9, Room 206
(Men’s Soccer) Skyline vs. Cañada
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Colts Field
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Building 3, Main Theater
Wednesday, October 29
UCPIQ (UC Personal Insight Questions) Workshop
11:00am - 12:00pm
Online
India Community Travel Info Session #2
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
SMCCCD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
6:00pm
SMCCCD District Office
Thursday, October 30
Librarian on the Loose: Dystopian Fiction!
12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Library Classroom 9-312
Financial Aid & Scholarship Workshop
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 9, Room 110
2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Grove (Building 5)
Students for Justice in Palestine: Regular Meetings
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Club House, Building 5, Room 350
Nurse Unseen Film Screening and Q&A
4:00pm - 7:30pm
Building 3, Main Theater
(Men’s Basketball) Diablo Valley vs. Cañada
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Building 1 Gym
Friday, October 31
Last Day to Apply for Degree - Certificate
All Day
(Men’s Soccer) Las Positas vs. Cañada
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Colts Field
Saturday, November 1
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Classroom 9-312
Sunday, November 2
Dia de los Muertos in Downtown Redwood City
3:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Redwood City (Courthouse)
Monday, November 3
“Know Thy Shelf” Book Club and Writing Group
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 13, Room 331
En español: Aprende a usar a Google Slides
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Library Classroom 9-312
Tuesday, November 4
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Building 9, Room 206
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Library Classroom 9-312
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Classroom 9-312
Reading and Writing In Community with the Brave Space Collective and English Department
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Building 9, 2nd Floor (Writing Center)
Wednesday, November 5
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 206
Brothers Achieving Milestones (BAM) Study Jam
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Building 9, Room 307 (Social Sciences Hub)
Writing Center Workshop: Using Quotes + Paraphrasing
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Thursday, November 6
UCPIQ (UC Personal Insight Questions) Workshop
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Building 9, Room 206
Financial Aid & Scholarship Workshop
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 9, Room 110
Friday, November 7
10:00am - 10:30am
11:00am - 11:30am
(Women’s Soccer) Hartnell vs. Cañada
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Colts Field
(Men’s Basketball) San Joaquin Delta vs. Cañada
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Building 1 Gym
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Observatory, Building 24 / Lot 10
Saturday, November 8 - Monday, November 10
Declared Recess for Veteran’s Day – No Classes and Offices Closed
All Day
Saturday, November 8
SMCCD Athletic Center Fall Showcase
7:00am
Cañada College Athletic Center
Fathers & Daughters Health Fair
11:00am - 1:00pm
Sandpiper Community Center, 797 Redwood Shores Pkwy, Redwood City, CA 94065
Sunday, November 9
SMCCD Athletic Center Fall Showcase
All Day
College of San Mateo Athletic Center
Tuesday, November 11
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Building 9, Room 206
(Women’s Soccer) Gavilan vs. Cañada
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Colts Field
Reoccurring Events
Every Tuesday
Free Groceries – Weekly Food Distribution
10:30am - 12:30pm
Lot 6
Veteran Resource & Opportunity Center (VROC) Ruck n’ Walk
12:30pm - 1:00pm
Building 9, Room 151
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 5, Room 222
Every Thursday
Brothers Achieving Milestones (BAM) Meeting
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cultural Center, Building 17, Room 107
For disability-related accommodations, please email canvpss@smccd.edu or call (650) 306-3234.
