March 2026 Newsletter

Issue 6, March 2026. Veteran job opportunities, and Zoom drop-in counseling on Wednesdays.

VRC student reminders

Spring registration continues

Winter quarter dates and deadlines

  • March 23 is finals week! Drop by the Veterans Resource Center (VRC) for a snack.
  • Feeling stressed? We can help connect you to resources. Email veteransda@deanza.edu with your full name and campus-wide ID (CWID), and tell us how we can help.

Student resources

  • Free school supplies (Scantrons and more) at the VRC Student Lounge, provided by the Koret Foundation Grant
  • Free printing of school materials at the VRC front desk
  • Math and physics tutoring
    • Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at the VRC Student Lounge
    • Additional tutoring (other subjects and hours) is offered through the Student Success Center (SSC), S34. See the Student Success Center schedule.
  • Basic Needs Hub (Baldwin Winery, next to Financial Aid)
    • Free groceries, toiletries, baby supplies, daily meals and more. Visit the Basic Needs Hub website.
  • Student housing: the Foothill-De Anza student housing application is now open.

VRC counseling updates

Please welcome Manija Ansari back to the VRC counseling team. She is a full-time counselor with De Anza's International Student Program (ISP), and previously worked in the VRC.

Alongside Marianna Troy, Manija will be supporting VRC counseling appointments on Thursdays and Fridays via Zoom through May. Matt Floro is on parental leave and will return to us in the spring. Congrats on your growing family, Matt!

VRC counseling services

Make a Zoom or in-person appointment today with the VRC online appointment scheduler. Need help? Call 408.864.8723 or email veteransda@deanza.edu.

Drop-in for quick questions: Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. In-person and Zoom available now.

March events and opportunities

The VRC hosts

March 5

The Vet Center

  • Thursday, 10 a.m. to noon
March 16

Santa Clara County Office of Veteran Services

  • Monday, 1 to 3 p.m.

Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) Chapter 31 informational webinar

Occurs the last Thursday of every month from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Pacific Time.

Pick up your cold weather gear

The Cupertino Rotary's InterWheel have hand-knit beanies and scarves, and donated jackets for you and your families! Pick up your items from the beanie bin in the VRC.

The Veteran Scholar Society (VSS)

VSS is a student-led community focused on helping military-connected students succeed academically, professionally and personally at De Anza College. VSS connects veterans to resources, mentorship, networking opportunities, and a supportive peer community that understands the transition from military to college life. Whether you're just starting or preparing to transfer, VSS is a place to build connections and grow alongside other driven veterans. For more information or to get involved, stop by the VRC and ask us about VSS.

Rey Claude Villaseñor, President and Founder, The Veteran Scholar Society; Military-Connected Support Coordinator; U.S. Air Force veteran

Veteran job opportunities

Per diem hospice veteran support role

An opportunity for veterans who may be interested in supporting fellow veterans enrolled in hospice care. Responsibilities include:

  • Presenting veterans with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of their service
  • Coordinating with the Veteran Liaison regarding potential Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits for service-connected injuries
  • Assisting with enrollment into the VA Health Care System
  • Providing information regarding VA burial benefits

Veterans are needed who could provide coverage in the following counties: Santa Clara, San Mateo, San Francisco, Alameda and Contra Costa. This opportunity may be best suited for two or more veterans within each county, to help reduce travel time and share coverage responsibilities. The role offers flexible scheduling and collaboration with the interdisciplinary hospice team. Contact: feltonderrick@fhda.edu

Santa Clara County Veteran Services Office (VSO): now hiring VA work study

For more information, contact Program Manager Lisa Moreno at lisa.moreno@vets.sccgov.org or 408.918.4980.

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