This email was sent to new and continuing students who have not declared a major that's aligned with a particular Village
Sept. 2, 2025
Welcome to Your Village!
Dear Student,
You're invited to join us on campus for Welcome Day on Friday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. It's a great opportunity to meet instructors, make new friends
and learn about the academic communities known as Villages at De Anza.
Each of the six Villages is a supportive community of students, faculty and staff members who share related academic interests. in the coming year, the Villages will offer events, resources and fun activities, that you won't want to miss!
Most students join the Village that aligns with their major. If you haven’t declared a major (it's a requirement for getting priority registration) – or if you have a major such as Liberal Arts that covers more than one subject – you can choose a Village that interests you.
You can find a list of majors and subjects for each Village on the Welcome Day webpage. (And don’t worry: You’re free to change your major, and your Village, at any time.)
Welcome Day is also an opportunity to check out other programs, services and activities that are part of the whole college experience at De Anza. You'll be able to
- Take a campus tour and find your classrooms
- Get answers to questions about registration and financial aid
- Learn about academic majors, student clubs and helpful resources
- Pick up a free T-shirt, enter a fun prize drawing – and more!
Be sure to stop by the Village tents on the Main Quad during Welcome Day, or visit any Village Center from 11 a.m. to noon. You can check out the complete schedule of Welcome Day activities at deanza.edu/welcomeday – where you can also sign up now to attend this event!
Best wishes,
De Anza College