Bi-Weekly Newsletter

June 8, 2026


PRIDE MONTH AT FOOTHILL


The Pride Flag was raised on June 3rd to open Pride Month at Foothill. Here the flag flies under the Muwekma Flag. Make sure you see below for Pride Month activities!

At-A-Glance

See below for details


  • June 8th: Honors Connection Club Meeting Noon-1pm, Room 3305.
  • June 11th: Miliary End-of-Year Celebration, 2-4:30pm, Veterans Resource center.
  • June 11th: EOPS Recognition Ceremony and Celebration, 6-8pm, Dining Hall.
  • June 12th: Lavender Graduation, 3-5pm, Dining Hall.
  • June 17th: Transfer Celebration, 6-7:30pm, Dining Hall.
  • June 18th: Reconocimiento, 6-8pm, Dining Hall.
  • June 26th: 66th Annual Commencement Ceremony, 10am, Library Quad.


SEE BELOW FOR HERITAGE MONTH EVENTS AND END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATIONS!

Transfer

TRANSFER CELEBRATION AND HONORS CELEBRATION IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17TH, 6-7:30PM IN THE DINING HALL!


Those of you who have been admitted to a university are invited, nay, encouraged to attend and participate so we can celebrate your accomplishment!

Counseling

Fatima's Spring Honors Counseling Office Hours


Meet with Fatima, Honors Co-Coordinator on these days:



When you enter the zoom room, you will be in the Waiting Room. I will take each person on a first come, first serve basis. When I admit you into the room, please turn on your camera. We will have approximately 10 min if there are others waiting. If these drop in times, don't work for you, please schedule a 30-min appointment with any of the Honors Counselors.


See the counseling page on the honors website.


You can also get a Quick Questions Session or contact a counselor on the HONORS COUNSELING TEAM

Anabel Arreola-Trigonis

Cathy Denver

Andrew Lee

Debra Lew

COMMUNITY

Honors Connection Club! Hit this Instagram ink:

@fhhonorsconnection


Honors Connection Club meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at Noon in Room 3305 (John Fox's classroom) . Come and meet interesting people engaging in stimulating conversations as we grow the honors community at Foothill. The last meeting is June 8th.


Join our discord to stay in the loop on club events and ask us any questions!


June Pride Month Events



Monday, June 8th, 1pm, Toyon Room and Pride Center: Photography Showcase and Talk


Tuesday, June 9th, 12-12:30, Si Se Puede Plaza: Pride March


Tuesday, June 9th, 12:30pm, Library Quad: Ice Cream Social


Wednesday, June 10th, 12-2pm, Pride Center and Si Se Puede Plaza: Pride in the Plaza: A Community Picnic.


Thursday, June 11th, 11:30-1pm, Toyon Room: Safe Zone Training w/ Chris Yang


Safe Zone Training provides participants with foundational knowledge and practical tools to support LGBTQIA+ inclusion and belonging on campus. The training focuses on identity, allyship, inclusive language, and creating affirming environments where all students and employees can thrive authentically.


Friday, June 12th, 3-5pm, Dining Hall: Lavender Graduation


Coming October 2026: Latiné Heritage Month


Email Victoria Strelnikova at strelnikovavictoria@fhda.edu to get involved!

End-of-Year Celebrations and Graduations


Military End-of-Year Celebration: June 11th, 2-4:30pm, Veterans Resource Center.


EOPS Recognition Ceremony and Celebration, June 11th, 6-8pm, Dining Hall.


Lavender Graduation: June 12th, 3-5pm, Dining Hall.


Transfer Celebration: June 17th, 6-7:30pm, Dining Hall.


Reconocimiento: June 18th, 6-8pm, Dining Hall.


66th Annual Commencement Ceremony: June 26th, 10am, Library Quad.



EXTENDED LIBRARY HOURS

FOR SPRING FINALS

8AM-8PM

JUNE 15-18 AND

JUNE 22-24

Take Honors Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina Next Year!


Applications are now being accepted for Foothill College's Spring 2027 9-week study abroad program in Buenos Aires, Argentina! Led by Foothill Honors Professors Sam Connell (Anthropology) and Brian Evans (Economics & Global Studies), the program will explore Empires & Colonies: Past & Present.


Students on the program take 12-15 units of UC/CSU-transferrable coursework offered by the Buenos Aires faculty. Fieldtrips and a 2-day excursion to Iguazú Falls are included in the program fee. Scholarships and financial aid available.



More information and the link to a program interest form can be found here: https://foothill.edu/global/buenosaires-2027.html

Don't miss your opportunity to study abroad!! 


Join the Honors Canvas Site, Discord Site, and Instagram!

$Money$


Looking for Financial AID?


The 2026-2027 FAFSA and CADAA Applications are open now!


Visit our Virtual Financial Aid Front Desk via Zoom. Connect with financial aid staff and have your general financial aid questions answered instantly without the wait of an email response. 


Virtual Front Desk Zoom Hours: 

Mondays: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Tuesdays: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 Thursdays: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM


Also, check out the Scholarships Page

NEED A JOB?

Foothill Connect is Hiring Student Ambassadors

Positions are available through both district-funded employment and Federal Work-Study for Summer 2026. If you ae interested in leadership, peer support, and student engagement, submit your resume to foothillconnect@fhda.edu.


The Wellness Center is Hiring Two Positions

(Click Here for Job Descriptions):


ASFC Job Opportunities

(Click Here for Application)


Cashier Assistant


The ASFC Welcome Center is seeking a Cashier Assistant who is friendly, helpful, and responsible to join our fun and highly collaborative team.

Requirements:

  • Greet students and campus visitors at the front desk
  • Create student ID "Owl Cards" and public transit "Clipper Cards"
  • Answer general questions
  • Available to work up to 19 hours per week


Student Graphic Designer 



The ASFC Design Center is seeking a Student Graphic Designer who is creative, self-motivated to join our fun, fast-paced, and highly collaborative team.

Requirements:

  • Graphic Design Major at Foothill College
  • Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
  • Available to work up to 19 hours per week


PAID INTERNSHIPS


The Experience Foothill College program provides the opportunity for students to apply for paid and unpaid internships through their MyPortal Handshake account. It’s a great way for students to get meaningful work that will develop professional skills, add to their resume/LinkedIn accounts, and look great on college transfer applications. Every active student has access to Handshake—they just need to know about it. Encourage your students to check out this great opportunity! Click here for more information.


Student Resources

Also for your reference are these important student support resources:

Mental Health and Wellness Center | Food Pantry | Veteran's Center

Disability Resource Center | Dreamers and UndocuAlly

Tutoring Center | Library Resources