What's Happening at Cañada: Week of September 19, 2022

 

Week of September 19, 2022

MASKING RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED

San Mateo County’s current Community Level is LOW and face masks are strongly recommended but not required while indoors at any SMCCCD facility. As the San Mateo County Community Level changes, updated information will be provided to students, employees, and visitors. Masks are located at various locations throughout all buildings. To track the San Mateo County’s COVID Community Level, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

 

SUSPENSION OF MANDATORY COVID-19 WEEKLY TESTING FOR UNVACCINATED INDIVIDUALS

Due to the most recent changes in State and Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) workplace regulations, and the District’s desire to be consistent with the application of COVID policies for both students and employees, weekly mandatory COVID-19 testing will cease for unvaccinated students, and employees beginning Monday, September 19, 2022. 

 

CAÑADA ATHLETIC CENTER STUDENT PROMOTION

Cañada College Athletic Center is having a special promotion for students now through September 30. Use the student promo code FALL2022 and receive a $0 Enrollment Fee and two months' membership for free! Make it a habit with our special Fit-for-free promo for current members: Check in at the Front Desk 15 times in one month, and receive your monthly dues FREE of charge. Students must be registered in at least six units in SMCCCD to receive the promo. The promotional period ends on September 30, 2022. Visit the Cañada College Athletic Center website to get started today!

 

PARKING UPDATE

Permits are being reinstated for staff parking lots, and cars without a tag will be ticketed. 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.

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS! TAKE THE STATEWIDE COLLEGE DECISIONS SURVEY

Students are invited to participate in a survey to help us better understand your college plans and what we can do to support you. Take the CCC Statewide College Decisions Survey here by September 23, 2022: http://s.alchemer.com/s3/College-Attendance-Decision-Survey

By participating in the survey, you will have the opportunity to enter into a raffle for a chance to winone of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Participation is voluntary and completely anonymous. At the end of the survey, you will have the option to share your student ID if you would like the college to reach out to you individually and to give us permission to link your responses to your other academic data.

 

CAMPUS SHUTTLE

The Cañada College shuttle will run direct service Monday-Friday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning August 17, 2022 through December 16, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

Upcoming Events

September 20

Workshop: How to Connect with Your Professors

2-3 p.m.
Event Registration: https://smccd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrfuqhrj0vH9QQUj0hb5zhHnYEzh7eJB_A

Connecting with your professors can lead to many benefits, such as reference letters that stand out and career opportunities. Wondering how you can connect to your professor to build the type of relationships that lead to these benefits? Join us for “How to Connect With Your Professor” to get the details on how to start, build, and maintain a working relationship that could shape your future.

 

Men’s Soccer vs College of Marin

4 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on College of Marin!

 

September 21

Club Rush

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

Come meet Cañada Clubs and learn how you can get involved on campus! Free individual charcuterie boards and sparkling cider for the first 100 to participate in Club Rush activities.

 

September 22

SB 893 Community Celebration

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cañada College Outdoor Amphitheatre (Between Buildings. 3, 9 and 13)

You are invited to a community celebration in support of Free Community College in San Mateo County, through Senate Bill 893, which is authored by Sen. Josh Becker and co-authored by Assemblymembers Kevin Mullin and Marc Berman.

 

Jueves Gigante

5-6 p.m.
Zoom Registration: https://tinyurl.com/canlhm22-2

Join us for the third annual Jueves Gigante, a game night competition with real stakes! This year will be a musical trivia competition, with winners getting tickets to Yosimar Reyes’ Prieto, an autobiographical one-man show in San Francisco… RSVP to get more information!

 

September 23

ESO! Adelante San Francisco State University Campus Visit

8:30 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Event Registration: https://tinyurl.com/sfvisitfall22

Join us for a campus visit to San Francisco State University. Students will have an opportunity to take a tour of the campus and the César Chávez Student Center. Experience a lecture in an upper division Ethnic Studies course and meet current SF State transfer students.

 

September 24

Meet and Make Pillowcases with the Fashion Department

9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Building 3, Room 255

The Cañada College Fashion Department invites students to "Meet and Make Pillowcases" for children in the hospital with cancer. Students will make pillowcases and socialize afterward.

 

September 27

Men’s Soccer vs Foothill College

1:30 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Foothill College!

 

Women’s Soccer vs Consumer River College

4 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Consumes River College!

 

September 28

Cañada College Speaker Series: Enrique Carrera

5-6 p.m.
Zoom Link: https://smccd.zoom.us/j/82385096317

Join us as we kick off our NEW monthly Speaker Series! This month we spotlight our Science & Health Interest Area as we host Enrique Carrera, biological researcher with The Buck Institute for Research on Aging in Novato. Mr. Carrera will share his personal and professional journey as a researcher and leader for underrepresented scientists. This event is also part of Latinx Heritage Month: canadacollege.edu/lhm

 

Alumni Association Lecture Series

6-7 p.m.
Registration Link: https://foundation.smccd.edu/events-lowriders.php

SMCCCD Alumni Association Events and Lectures presents, “Lowrider Culture: From California’s Latino Communities to the World.”

 

September 29

Movies That Move You #1

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Zoom Registration: https://tinyurl.com/canlhm22-4

Join us for a panel discussion on Marvel vs DC: Latinx Heroes and what they get right, and what they get wrong. All are welcome!

 

September 30

Men’s Soccer vs Ohlone College

1 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Ohlone College!

 

For a complete listing of events, visit: https://events.canadacollege.edu/

 

 

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of September 12, 2022

 

Week of September 12, 2022

MASKING RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED

San Mateo County’s current Community Level LOW, and face masks are strongly recommended but not required while indoors at any SMCCCD facility. As the San Mateo County Community Level changes, updated information will be provided to students, employees, and visitors. Masks are located at various locations throughout all buildings. To track the San Mateo County’s COVID Community Level, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

 

PARKING UPDATE

Permits are being reinstated for staff parking lots, and cars without a tag will be ticketed. 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.

 

CAÑADA MURAL: COMMUNITY INPUT NEEDED

Our Cañada community has worked for many years, and it is finally time to paint our campus mural together. Thank you for your feedback on the mural as we begin this next part of our mural journey! Community Input is open now until 12 p.m. on Friday, September 16. Submit your feedback here.

 

FIND JOBS ON CAMPUS

The Student Job Board is a tool to help you find employment on campus, in the local community and more. Use the filters to find the job that’s right for you. Remember to check the job board frequently as positions open up on a regular basis.

 

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY

In this issue of the Cañada Library Newsletter read about library events, new high-speed book scanner, fall hours, Banned Books Week, and other library resources and services. You can view the newsletter here. Highlights include the in-person library event, “What Students Should Know Before Enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces” on Weds. Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. There has been an unprecedented number of attempts to ban books (especially books by and about LGBTQIA+ persons and POC) in libraries all over the country; learn more about Banned Books Week and read or listen to the top banned books of 2021 available through the Cañada Library.

 

PEER TUTORING SERVICES AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS

Students can sign up for drop in tutoring and reservation appointments by visiting: https://canadacollege.edu/learningcenter/tutoring.php.Students can schedule 30-minute tutoring sessions, either, virtually via Zoom or face-to-face in the Learning Center. Drop In tutoring (immediate, first come, first served tutoring service with no appointment needed) will only be available in the Learning Center as a face-to-face service. Virtual tutoring service, via Zoom, is available by appointment only.

 

APPLY FOR VENDING COMMISSON GRANT

Apply for the Vending Commission grant to receive up to $2,500 for a Cañada program or event. Applications are due before Friday, October 7, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. Apply here. The Center for Student Life and Leadership Development Vending Commission Application is a once-a-year opportunity to garner money from the on-campus vending machines and provide funding for events, activities, and programs that are student focused. In order to qualify for funding through the Vending Commission, a program, item, or activity must benefit or target a maximum number of Cañada College students.

 

CAMPUS SHUTTLE

The Cañada College shuttle will run direct service Monday-Friday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning August 17, 2022 through December 16, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

COVID-19 TESTING VIA COVID CLINIC

Due to the lack of demand for COVID-19 testing, COVID Clinic will cease testing operations at all three campuses as of Thursday, September 1, 2022. Individuals can still access COVID Clinic testing services within the San Mateo County community at the locations listed below: 

Cañada College – Testing available in Palo Alto, Mondays - Sundays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

College of San Mateo – Testing available in San Mateo, Mondays - Fridays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Skyline College – Testing available in South San Francisco, Mondays - Saturdays, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

*Employees and students who have received an approved medical or sincerely held religious belief exemption will continue to receive testing services through the COVID-19 specialist at each campus.  

 

Upcoming Events

September 14

Human Behavior and Culture Transfer Success Workshop

1-2 p.m.
Event Information: https://events.canadacollege.edu/event/11401-human-behavior-and-culture-transfer-success

Become an Expert in Majors and Transfer. This workshop for HBC Students (and Faculty) will cover the following topics:

• How can I maximize my HBC Pathways experience to successfully achieve my transfer goals?
• What are the transfer steps I need to take each semester to be successful?
• Where is my major offered within the 4-year University?
• How can my counselor help me?
• How can faculty help me?
• How can I use my Program Mapper?

 

Cañada College Library Presents: What Students Should Know Before Enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces

5 - 6 p.m.
Building 9, Room 300 (Library Silent Study Room)

The Cañada College Library presents Truth in Recruitment, where members of Before Enlisting will share vital facts and perspectives that young people should consider before joining the military.

 

September 16

Constitution Day

11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Upper Lawn

Learn about national Constitution Day and receive a free lunch from the Associated Students. The Associated Students will also have a short activity on how immigrants have shaped food in the U.S. 

 

Men’s Soccer vs Fresno City College

2 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

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

 

September 20

Men’s Soccer vs College of Marin

4 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on College of Marin!

 

For a complete listing of events, visit: https://events.canadacollege.edu/

  

 

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of September 5, 2022

 

Week of September 5, 2022

MASKING RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED

San Mateo County’s current Community Level is LOW, and face masks are strongly recommended but not required while indoors at any SMCCCD facility. As the San Mateo County Community Level changes, updated information will be provided to students, employees, and visitors. Masks are located at various locations throughout all buildings. To track the San Mateo County’s COVID Community Level, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS! TAKE THE STATEWIDE COLLEGE DECISIONS SURVEY

Students are invited to participate in a survey to help us better understand our college plans and what we can do to support you. Take the CCC Statewide College Decisions Survey here by September 23, 2022: http://s.alchemer.com/s3/College-Attendance-Decision-Survey

By participating in the survey, you will have the opportunity to enter into a raffle for a chance to winone of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Participation is voluntary and completely anonymous. At the end of the survey, you will have the option to share your student ID if you would like the college to reach out to you individually and to give us permission to link your responses to your other academic data.

 

FREE FOOD PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS

The SparkPoint team is excited to introduce the Student Aid Meals Card (SAM Card), a new $150 per month food card that you can use to purchase food at The Grove (Cañada College Cafeteria). The SAM Card is intended to ensure that students who are experiencing food insecurities have adequate access to food or money to purchase food. It can also be used at College of San Mateo and Skyline cafeterias (only used on campus). Students must remain enrolled in courses (at either Cañada College, College of San Mateo or Skyline College) to be eligible. Students can apply here! They only need to apply once and do not need to reapply each month. The first award will be around the second week of September. This award will be a double award (August + September).

 

CAÑADA FOOD PANTRY HAS REOPENED

Students can shop on campus for FREE and pick nutritious groceries at the Food Pantry! Located in Building 5, Room 202, the Food Pantry includes: fresh fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs, grains, meat, dry goods and snacks. The Food Pantry is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12- 4 p m. and serves students, staff, faculty and community members. No appointment is needed and people are encouraged to bring reusable bags

In addition to the Cañada Food Pantry, students can also visit one of our Drive-Thru Food Distributions - Drive up and pick up FREE groceries:

• Skyline College, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., every Wednesday
• College of San Mateo, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., every Friday

 

CAMPUS SHUTTLE

The Cañada College shuttle will run direct service Monday-Friday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning August 17, 2022 through December 16, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

COVID-19 TESTING VIA COVID CLINIC

Due to the lack of demand for COVID-19 testing, COVID Clinic ceased testing operations at all three campuses effective September 1, 2022. Individuals can still access COVID Clinic testing services within the San Mateo County community at the locations listed below: 

Cañada College – Testing available in Palo Alto, Mondays - Sundays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

College of San Mateo – Testing available in San Mateo, Mondays - Fridays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Skyline College – Testing available in South San Francisco, Mondays - Saturdays, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

*Employees and students who have received an approved medical or sincerely held religious belief exemption will continue to receive testing services through the COVID-19 specialist at each campus.  

 

Upcoming Events

September 6

Census Day

 

September 7

Writing Center Workshop: Getting Started with Writing Assignments

6-7p.m.
Zoom Link: bit.ly/CCWCWs

Learn helpful tips on writing assignments! Workshop is hosted by Maureen Wiley and Vince Fitzgerald.

 

September 8

Men’s Soccer vs Los Fullerton College

5 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Fullerton College!

 

September 9

Women’s Soccer vs Los Medanos College

4 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Los Medanos College!

 

September 12

Map Your Pathway to San Francisco State

4-5 p.m.
Zoom Registration: https://events.canadacollege.edu/event/11948-map-your-pathway-to-sf-state

Learn about how to get to San Francisco State, ask questions you have about admissions, and developing an academic plan for transfer. We will be joined by Joseph D. Montoya, an Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist at SF State, and Gloria Darafshi, an Academic Counselor at Cañada College.

 

September 14

Human Behavior and Culture Transfer Success Workshop

1-2 p.m.
Event Information: https://events.canadacollege.edu/event/11401-human-behavior-and-culture-transfer-success

Become an Expert in Majors and Transfer. This workshop for HBC Students (and Faculty) will cover the following topics:

• How can I maximize my HBC Pathways experience to successfully achieve my transfer goals?
• What are the transfer steps I need to take each semester to be successful?
• Where is my major offered within the 4-year University?
• How can my counselor help me?
• How can faculty help me?
• How can I use my Program Mapper?

 

Cañada College Library Presents: What Students Should Know Before Enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces

5 - 6 p.m.
Building 9, Room 300 (Library Silent Study Room)

The Cañada College Library presents Truth in Recruitment, where members of Before Enlisting will share vital facts and perspectives that young people should consider before joining the military.

Before Enlisting will share vital facts and perspectives that young people should consider before joining the military.

 

For a complete listing of events, visit: https://events.canadacollege.edu/

 

 

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of August 29, 2022

 

Week of August 29, 2022

MASKING RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED

San Mateo County’s current Community Level is LOW, and face masks are strongly recommended but not required while indoors at any SMCCCD facility. As the San Mateo County Community Level changes, updated information will be provided to students, employees, and visitors. Masks are located at various locations throughout all buildings. To track the San Mateo County’s COVID Community Level, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

 

SIX OR FEWER UNITS NON-RESIDENT FEE WAIVER

Starting Fall 2022 undocumented students may qualify for the “6 or fewer units non-resident fee waiver” if they meet the eligibility criteria established by the San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD). Please feel free to direct students and requests to the Dream Center Team. The goal is for our Coordinators to case manage each student request for a waiver – to determine eligibility in as few steps as possible.

 

CAMPUS SHUTTLE

The Cañada College shuttle will run direct service Monday-Friday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning August 17, 2022 through December 16, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

COVID-19 TESTING VIA COVID CLINIC

Due to the lack of demand for COVID-19 testing, COVID Clinic will cease testing operations at all three campuses as of Thursday, September 1, 2022. Individuals can still access COVID Clinic testing services within the San Mateo County community at the locations listed below: 

Cañada College – Testing available in Palo Alto, Mondays - Sundays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

College of San Mateo – Testing available in San Mateo, Mondays - Fridays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Skyline College – Testing available in South San Francisco, Mondays - Saturdays, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

*Employees and students who have received an approved medical or sincerely held religious belief exemption will continue to receive testing services through the COVID-19 specialist at each campus.  

 

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO SUSPEND FREE AT-HOME TESTING KIT PROGRAM  

The Federal Government will end its free at-home COVID-19 test program this week. Individuals can still order free COVID-19 test kits until Thursday, September 1, 2022. To order your free COVID-19 tests, fill out the application linked here.   

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS! TAKE THE STATEWIDE COLLEGE DECISIONS SURVEY

Students are invited to participate in a survey to help us better understand our college plans and what we can do to support you. Take the CCC Statewide College Decisions Survey here by September 23, 2022: http://s.alchemer.com/s3/College-Attendance-Decision-Survey

By participating in the survey, you will have the opportunity to enter into a raffle for a chance to winone of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Participation is voluntary and completely anonymous. At the end of the survey, you will have the option to share your student ID if you would like the college to reach out to you individually and to give us permission to link your responses to your other academic data.

 

Upcoming Events

August 30

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

 

Women’s Soccer vs Feather River College

11 a.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on West Valley College!

 

August 31

Chancellor Search - Town Hall Meeting

1-1:45 p.m.
Zoom Link: https://smccd.zoom.us/j/85833022480

The Town Hall meeting will provide the college community with an opportunity to share input into the hiring of the next Chancellor. Your feedback is important in developing the position announcement. If you are not able to attend the Town Hall meeting, you have the opportunity to provide input by completing the Chancellor Search Feedback Form. This form is anonymous. Thank you for your participation as we search for our next Chancellor.

 

September 2

Women’s Soccer vs Santa Rosa Junior College

3:30 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Santa Rosa Junior College!

 

September 3-5

Declared Recess for Labor Day (No Classes)

 

September 5

Last Day to Drop Semester Length Classes Without Appearing on Record

 

September 6

Census Day

 

September 7

Writing Center Workshop: Getting Started with Writing Assignments

6-7p.m.
Zoom Link: bit.ly/CCWCWs

Learn helpful tips on writing assignments! Workshop is hosted by Maureen Wiley and Vince Fitzgerald.

 

September 9

Women’s Soccer vs Los Medanos College

4 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Los Medanos College!

 

September 12

Map Your Pathway to San Francisco State

4-5 p.m.
Zoom Registration: https://events.canadacollege.edu/event/11948-map-your-pathway-to-sf-state

Learn about how to get to San Francisco State, ask questions you have about admissions, and developing an academic plan for transfer. We will be joined by Joseph D. Montoya, an Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist at SF State, and Gloria Darafshi, an Academic Counselor at Cañada College.

 

September 14

Human Behavior and Culture Transfer Success Workshop

1-2 p.m.
Event Information: https://events.canadacollege.edu/event/11401-human-behavior-and-culture-transfer-success

This workshop for HBC Students (and Faculty) will cover the following topics:

• How can I maximize my HBC Pathways experience to successfully achieve my transfer goals?
• What are the transfer steps I need to take each semester to be successful?
• Where is my major offered within the 4-year University?
• How can my counselor help me?
• How can faculty help me?
• How can I use my Program Mapper?

 

Cañada College Library Presents: What Students Should Know Before Enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces

5 - 6 p.m.
Building 9, Room 300 (Library Silent Study Room)

The Cañada College Library presents Truth in Recruitment, where members of Before Enlisting will share vital facts and perspectives that young people should consider before joining the military.

 

For a complete listing of events, visit: https://events.canadacollege.edu/

 

 

What’s Happening at Cañada: Week of August 22, 2022

 

Week of August 22, 2022

MASKING RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED

San Mateo County’s current COVID Community Level is LOW, and face masks are strongly recommended but not required while indoors any SMCCCD facility. As the San Mateo County community level changes, information will be provided to students, employees, and visitors.

As a reminder, the updated masking requirements, as outlined below, are effective until further notice, and apply to all students, employees, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status. Masking requirement signage will be posted throughout all campuses.

 

CDC COVID Community Level	SMCCCD Face Masking Requirement
LOW	Face mask is recommended, but not required.
MEDIUM	Face mask is required while indoors in any District facility.
HIGH	Face mask is required while indoors in any District facility.

 

To track the San Mateo County’s COVID Community Level, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

THERE IS STILL TIME TO ADD A COURSE THIS SEMESTER

Students have until August 30 to add a semester-length course to their schedule. To get an add code, please reach out to the course instructor. Cañada also offers many late-start classes. Check out WebSchedule to see what late-start classes are currently available. 

 

HEALTH CENTER IS OPEN

The Health Center has re-opened for in-person services. Appointments to see a health provider is recommended but walk-ins are welcome. Please visit https://canadacollege.edu/healthcenter/ for up-to-date hours and services. As a reminder, the Health Center does not offer COVID-19 testing. Please visit https://smccd.edu/return-to-campus/testing.php for COVID-19 testing services.

 

CAMPUS SHUTTLE

The Cañada College shuttle will run direct service Monday-Friday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning August 17, 2022 through December 16, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

CAMPUS HOURS WEBSITE

Please refer to the Campus Hours website that provides an updated listing of campus-wide hours. Many Student Service offices will be extended evening hours the first few weeks of the semester to assist students.

 

Upcoming Events

August 25

Honors Transfer Program Fall Kickoff

4-5 p.m.
https://smccd.zoom.us/j/84703254777?pwd=a01udDQvcE41aGQxclpvQ1JpbW16dz09
Meeting ID: 847 0325 4777
Passcode: Honors

Honors is for any/all motivated and curious students! At the Kickoff, we will discuss Honor Courses, Honors Contracts, the Honors Research Seminar (IDST 150), Honors Transfer Program Membership and Completion, Priority Transfer Agreements (e.g. UCLA-TAP, UC Irvine, and others), Honors Research Conferences, and other great Honors-related opportunities that can help you meet your academic goals.

 

August 27

Women’s Soccer vs West Valley College

4 p.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on Feather River College!

 

August 30

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

 

Women’s Soccer vs Feather River College

11 a.m.
Colts Soccer Field

Cheer on the Colts as they take on West Valley College!

 

For a complete listing of events, visit: https://events.canadacollege.edu/

 

 

What's Happening at Cañada: Week of August 15, 2022

 

Week of August 15, 2022

Webschedule Online Course Description Clarification

When browsing for courses on WebSchedule, there are three types on online courses:

1. Online: Course is asynchronous and there are no set virtual meeting times.
2. Hybrid: Course has some face-to-face meetings and asynchronous online coursework.
3. Fully or Partially Synchronous Online: Course meets virtually during the specified days/times indicated in WebSchedule.

For more information, visit the WebSchedule Course Type Descriptions webpage.

 

Smoke & Tobacco-Free Campus

As of August 17, 2022, all campuses and facilities of the SMCCCD (including Cañada College, College of San Mateo, Skyline College, and the District Office) will be Smoke and Tobacco-Free. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco, e-cigarettes, and unregulated nicotine products like flavored tobacco, including menthol, will be strictly prohibited.

 

Face Coverings (Masks)

San Mateo County’s current Community Level is HIGH, and face masks are required indoors while in any SMCCCD facility. The exemption of not wearing a mask is only while actively eating or drinking. The masking requirement is effective until further notice and applies to all students, employees, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status. As the San Mateo County Community Level changes, updated information will be provided to students, employees, and visitors. Masks are located at various locations throughout all buildings. To track the San Mateo County’s COVID Community Level, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

 

2022-2023 College Catalog Is Live

The 2022-2023 Cañada College Catalog (catalog.canadacollege.edu/current/) is now live and published exclusively online. Please note that the official “catalog-rights” pdf version of the catalog is also available on the catalog homepage. For record keeping purposes, last year’s 2021-2022 Cañada Catalog and list of amendments can be seen on its archive webpage here or canadacollege.edu/catalogschedule/2021-22catalog.php).

 

Campus Shuttle

The Cañada College shuttle will run direct service Monday-Friday to/from Cañada and East Palo Alto beginning August 17, 2022 through December 16, 2022. Visit canadacollege.edu/shuttle for the latest schedule updates.

 

Campus Hours Website

Please refer to the Campus Hours website that provides an updated listing of campus-wide in-person and virtual hours. Many Student Service offices will be extended evening hours the first few weeks of the semester to assist students.

 

Your Voice Matters! Take The Statewide College Decisions Survey

Students are invited to participate in a survey to help us better understand our college plans and what we can do to support you. Take the CCC Statewide College Decisions Survey here by August 30, 2022: http://s.alchemer.com/s3/College-Attendance-Decision-Survey By participating in the survey, you will have the opportunity to enter into a raffle for a chance to winone of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Participation is voluntary and completely anonymous. At the end of the survey, you will have the option to share your student ID if you would like the college to reach out to you individually and to give us permission to link your responses to your other academic data.

 

Upcoming Events

August 17-22

Welcome Week!

The Associated Students of Cañada College has fun events planned as part of Welcome Week from August 17-22! These events are a great way for new and returning students to connect with others - mark your calendars and we hope to see you there!

All events will take place on the Upper Lawn of campus. Each day: FREE COFFEE, FREE FOOD, school supplies, games, directions to class location.

Wednesday, August 17
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (or until supplies last)
Upper Lawn
Cañada Conchas

Thursday, August 18
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (or until supplies last)
Upper Lawn
Noah’s Bagels

5:45-6:45 p.m.
Pizza Night

Monday, August 22
9 a.m. -1 p.m. (or until supplies last)
Upper Lawn
Mademoiselle Collette Croissants

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Boba

 

August 19

COLTS-CON 2022

9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Zoom Link: https://tinyurl.com/COLTSCON22

The Cañada College Colts-Con is a one day, student success event open to all students that includes a welcome from the College President and continuing with campus tours, informative breakout sessions and workshops on how to get the most from your college experience. COLTS-CON is FREE to attend and offers you a sneak peek into what to expect in the upcoming semester. Plus, attending gives you the opportunity to meet your instructors, classmates and staff who will help you along the way. To find out more and register please the website at https://canadacollege.edu/coltscon.

 

August 25

Honors Transfer Program Fall Kickoff

4-5 p.m.
Zoom Link:https://smccd.zoom.us/j/84703254777?pwd=a01udDQvcE41aGQxclpvQ1JpbW16dz09
Meeting ID: 847 0325 4777
Passcode: Honors

Honors is for any/all motivated and curious students! At the Kickoff, we will discuss Honor Courses, Honors Contracts, the Honors Research Seminar (IDST 150), Honors Transfer Program Membership and Completion, Priority Transfer Agreements (e.g. UCLA-TAP, UC Irvine, and others), Honors Research Conferences, and other great Honors-related opportunities that can help you meet your academic goals.

 

August 30

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

 

For a complete listing of events, visit: https://events.canadacollege.edu/