IMPORTANT DATESFriday, Nov. 16Last day to drop with a “W.”Thursday-Friday, Nov. 22-23Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed)Friday, Nov. 30 Last day to add CAOS and Skills self-paced classes
SPORTSTuesday, Nov. 13, 5pmWomen’s Basketball @ Fresno Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6:30pmWomen’s Volleyball @ SkylineFriday, Nov. 16 Women’s Basketball College of Siskiyous @ WeedsFriday-Sunday, Nov.16-18San Diego City Tourn @ San DiegoSaturday, Nov. 17, 10 am State Cross Country @ Fresno
SKILLS WORKSHOPSThe Tutorial and Academic Skills Center in L47 is offering free interactive skills workshops for all students. Workshops will be going on through November. Tuesday, Nov. 1310:30am: Editing Skills11:30am: Braingame: Effective Decisions1:30pm: Hot Topics, Cool Summaries2:30pm: Writing Thesis Statements 6:00pm: Braingame: ConcentrationWednesday, Nov. 149:30am: Time Management 11:30am: Braingame: Engaging Ethics1:30pm: Goal-Setting & Motivation2:30pm: Test Taking3:30pm: Memory Skills Thursday, Nov. 1510:30am: Sentence Skills11:30am: Study Skills for Math & Science1:30pm: Braingame: Communicating Study GroupsFriday, Nov. 1610:30am: Test with Less Stress11:30am: Anti-ProcrastinationFor more information contact the Tutorial and Academic Skills Center.
THEATREWORKS USA “SEUSSICAL” Tuesday Nov. 13, 10amThe childhood tale by Dr. Seuss is coming to the Flint Center. Mischievous Host and emcee The Cat in the Hat will take the audience on a crazy ride into the fun and whimsical Dr. Seuss world. The audience will see all their favorite Dr. Seuss characters including sweet, good-natured Horton and young JoJo. Tickets start at $10 a person and can be ordered at http://www.theatreworksusa.org/show_detail.cfm?show=1490
BRIGHTIDEAS: DE ANZA TAKES ON GLOBAL WARMINGPick up a free energy efficient light bulb and meet several organizations dedicated to making the world a cleaner place to live in. To receive a light bulb visit the following locations:Tuesday, Nov. 13, 11am-1pmin the Main QuadWednesday, Nov. 14 11am-1pmat the Kirsch Centeer for Environmental Studies, Energy Exhibit Hall
FLU SHOTS Wednesday & Thursday, Nov. 14 & 159am-3pm & 5:30-8pm De Anza Health Services will be providing flu shots for students, faculty and staff. Students may receive the flu shot for free if they show a valid DASB card. Faculty and staff pay $15 by cash or check, exact change is appreciated. Flu shots will be given in the Health Services facility located in the lower level of the Campus Center. For more information contact Mary Sullivan at [email protected].
ORAL HISTORY WORKSHOPThursday, Nov. 15, 3:30pm-5pmDe Anza Professor Anne Hickling will talk about the basis of oral history, how to do projects and how oral history may be incorporated into classes. All professors are welcome to attend. To RSVP or ask questions contact Tom Izu at (408) 864-8986.
DISCOUNTED STUDENT PRICES FOR CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: KOOZA Opens Friday, Nov. 16 in San FranciscoOpens Thursday, Jan. 31 in San JoseCirque du Soleil is offering $31 discounted tickets to college students. Kooza is a return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil that combines two circus traditions: acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. For tickets visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/baystudents. PLANETARIUM EVENING LINEUPSaturday, Nov. 17Join the Planetarium and journey to the stars via the planetariums new Infinium S Star projector. Experience the fulldome digital star shows under a brand new 50-foot dome. Sit in new seats and see the universe.Astronomy Shows: 6pm The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket7pm Astronaut8pm Infinity ExpressLaser Shows: 9:30pm The Beatles: Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club 10:30pm Pink Floyd: The Wall
MYTHBUSTERS Saturday, Nov. 17, 7:30pmGo Behind The Scenes With Adam & Jamie. The Discovery Channel’s Mythbusters comes to life as special-effects experts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman use modern-day science to uncover the reality and fiction in urban myths. The show will be at the Flint Center. Tickets range from $36-$53.50 and can be bought at www.ticketmaster.com.
PRESENTATION BY ARTIST MICHAEL ARCEGAMon, Nov. 19, 11:30-1pmThe Euphrat Museum of Art and the Institute of Community and Civic Engagement presents Michael Arcega. Arcega is a Filipino artist who is dedicated to working on artworks that challenge cultural and academic institutions. Through humor and language, Arcega discusses serious globalization issues. Arcega’s artwork “Galleon Trade,” is in the Moving Cultures (…all over the map) exhibition at the Euphrates Museum of Art, A92.
PERSONAL STATEMENT WORKSHOPMonday, Nov. 19, 12:30-1:30pmDe Anza’s Transfer Center is offering a free personal statement workshop for students applying to universities. The workshop will be presented by a university representative. It will take place in the 2nd floor Conference Room in the Student and Community Services Building.
APPLICATIONS TO TRANSFER Students planning to transfer to a California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) for Fall 2008 should observe the Nov. 30 application deadline. Essays are usually required for the UC applications and getting an early start is recommended. For questions about applying or transferring visit De Anza’s Counseling Center in the Student and Community Services building located on the second level.
BURDEN & BONUS EXHIBITThe California History Center is exploring the history of the preservation and demolition of the De Anza campus. The exhibit will continue until April 2008. For more information, contact (408) 864-8986.
SCHOLARSHIPS AT DE ANZA 07-08Apply to more than a hundred available scholarships provided by various organizations. Applicants must meet the requirements for each scholarship and get a recommendation from a professor. Most applications are due on February 14. To get the forms to apply or for more information check out http://www.deanza.edu/financialaid/scholarship.html or visit the Financial Aid office.
DISCOUNTED AMC MOVIE TICKETSDe Anza’s Student Accounts Office is offering discounted AMC tickets. Tickets range from $6.50-$7 depending on when the movie will be watched.
FINANCIAL AID Receive money for classes by filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students may qualify for a fee waiver or receive money for books. Offices can be found downstairs of the Campus Center and the North side of the Patio.
INTER CLUB COUNCIL MEETINGThe ICC stands for De Anza’s Inter Club Council, a place to inspire creativity and connections. The ICC is composed of over 50 clubs that cover a diverse range of student interest. To participate in the ICC representative meetings come to the Student Council Chambers on Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30pm.
