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Stories, history, and ideas about our community colleges and the communities they serve.

Mentors at De Anza students gathering at a campus event

October 6, 2026 · By Liang Chao

Colleges for Everyone, Including Students with Special Needs

A West Valley College partnership offers a model for expanding college-based transition opportunities for young adults with disabilities at Foothill-De Anza.

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Hot-air balloons at a historic De Anza Day in Cupertino

October 4, 2026 · By Liang Chao

From De Anza Day to Day on the Hill: Bringing the Community Back to Our Colleges

Community colleges are more than classrooms. They can also be gathering places for learning, culture, public events, and community connection.

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