Fall 2019 | October 7, 2019
Weekly Newsletter
The Food Pantry
Foothill College offers students in need, can access a selection of nutritional groceries at no charge. 

In partnership with the California Hunger-Free Campus food grant, Associated Students of Foothill College (ASFC), the Foothill-De Anza Foundation and Whole Foods Market, the Food Pantry is open to all Foothill College students currently registered in courses.

You may pre-register and submit an order to receive a full bag of items.


Visit the Food Pantry website to pre-register and for more information.
Foothill Job Fair

Wednesday, October 9 from 11:45am-1:30pm in the Library Quad

You can find out more about the employers who will be there by visiting College Central


Visit the Career Services for more information about this event.
Responding to the Personal Insight Questions (Personal Statement): Telling a Compelling Story

Ready to write your personal statement? Come learn more about how to tell your story in a compelling way in order to show your unique and important journey towards transfer. Join your Honors Institute Coordinators- Voltaire Villanueva and Susie Huerta to learn more about how to tell your story and finesse your college essay.

When? Wednesday, October 16, 2019 from 1-2:15pm
Where? Room 3303

Learn more about the Personal Insight Questions for UC Applications at Applying as a Transfer

Have you talked with your Honors Counselor yet?

Start the academic year off with a meeting with an Honors Counselor to ensure you are on track for transfer and following your educational plan. If you have not yet done so, we encourage you to set up an appointment. Follow this link to contact a counselor today - Foothill College Counseling e Honors Counselors
Transfer Center Events
How to Fill Out UC Application and Personal Insight Questions
  • Tuesday, October 8 11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., room 8330
  • Sign-up at the Transfer Center

UC Santa Cruz
  • Tuesday, October 8, 10:00a.m. - 2:00p.m., Transfer Center, Room 8329

University of Rochester
  • Wednesday, October 9, 12:00p.m. - 12:45p.m., Campus Center
  • Thursday, October 10, 12:00p.m. - 12:45p.m., Campus Center
  • Friday, October 11, 12:00p.m. - 12:45p.m., Campus Center

Foothill Transfer Fair
  • Meet with university representatives from various UC, CSU, and private, out-of-state schools. Come to room 2500 (the small gym) for a chance to speak to the representatives from your top campus interests.
  • When? Wednesday, October 16, 2019 from 11-2pm
  • Where? Small Gymnasium (Room 2500)


Visit the Foothill Transfer Center for more information about their services.
Community Campus Involvement Opportunities
We recognize that many honors students are currently involved with various campus activities or groups that may offer opportunities for service leadership experiences or contributions to the Foothill College community. If you are interested in recruiting students for your clubs, campus events, and/or other leadership opportunities that are available to your fellow students on campus, please send us information so we can feature your particular organization or event in our newsletter.