What's Happening at Cañada: Week of April 8, 2019

Tue, 9 April, 2019 at 12:09 pm
Week of April 8, 2019

April 9

International Transfer Fair

11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cañada College Grove, Building 5

Come meet international admissions representatives from more than 30 four-year colleges and universities. The representatives can tell you about transfer opportunities and scholarships available for international students.  The event is open to all students!


April 11

Alliance Day

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

Come share or listen to stories to help promote unity on our campus. Diverse student clubs will be tabling with information, activities, and food. Everyone is welcome!


April 13

Inspire Higher Panel Presentation

11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Building 6, Room 101/102
The Cañada College Promise Scholars Program, in partnership with Silicon Valley Latino, is proud to host a Inspire Higher Panel Presentation. These professionals will be sharing their stories during this moderated panel in order to inspire local high school students to prepare for careers in the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) fields. This event is free and open to the public.
Featured panelists include:
  • Lisa Gauthier - Mayor, East Palo Alto
  • Tony Quintero - Producer & Activist
  • Nancy Rosales - Serial Entrepreneur (Easy Video Success & Pepito's Paletas)
  • Gabriel Lomeli Jr. - Account Manager, Linkedin
  • Moderated by: Lilian Peña - KGO-TV ABC7

Register for the event HERE.


April 15

Ethnic Studies Open Classroom with Sociology Professor Robert Lee

9:45 a.m.-11 a.m.
Building 6, Room 101/102

Ethnic Studies Open Class with Sociology Professor Bob Lee: Professor Lee will discuss "Racial Oppression in America: A Bourdieuian Analysis”


Tea with a Social Scientist: Tea and snacks provided

12: 00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Building 9, Room 307 (Social Sciences Hub)

Enjoy tea and snacks with Professor David Eck, Philosophy & Professor Lezlee Ware, Political Science. Discussion topic: Social Justice


April 16

Stress Less Day

11 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Grove

The Active Minds Club, in collaboration with the Globe Club and LatinX, are hosting Stress Less Day, an event geared to promote self-care and change the conversation about mental health


Tea with a Social Scientist: Tea and snacks provided

12: 00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Building 9, Room 307 (Social Sciences Hub)

Enjoy tea and snacks with Professor Jessica Kaven, Communication Studies. Discussion topic: Interpersonal Communication


April 17-21

Cañada Theatre Department Presents: Lighten Up – a Comedy Festival to Celebrate Spring

April 17 at 11:10 a.m. (Donation Only)
April 20 at 8 p.m. (Pricing Below)
April 21 at 8 p.m. (Pricing Below))

Flex Theatre (Building 3, Room 129)

Enjoy seven short comedic plays to celebrate the return of the light! Come join the Cañada Theatre Arts Department for an hour of laughs - you’ve earned it! Price: $5 for students, $10 for Seniors and $15 general admission.


April 17

Career Center Spring Job Fair

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Building 5 – Career Center (Near The Grove)

Please join us for our spring job fair. This event is a great way to explore potential career fields and job openings with employers. Come as you are with lots of questions and copies of your resume. There will be free food for everyone! See a list of attending employers HERE.


Teatime with TRIO

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Building 9-257A

Enjoy a time to sit down with TRIO staff, over a cup of coffee or tea and cookies, to catch up, check in, and get/find support. The coffee, tea, and cookies are free and all students are welcome to join.
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