Alejandra Vaca graduated from Pinole Valley High School in 2010 unsure of the next step to take in her academic journey. A friend suggested that she take classes at DVC, and she feels that advice was the best she could have taken. Alejandra became a Student Ambassador because it is an opportunity to give back to the college that has helped her so much.   She hopes to transfer into Kaiser Permanente’s Radiography program after obtaining her associate’s degree in Allied Health in spring 2013. In her spare time, she enjoys going to concerts, playing guitar, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering at a local hospital.

Charlette Velez graduated from Mt. Diablo High School in 2009 and has been attending DVC for three years. She loves being a student at DVC and its many resources that have helped her plan for her future as well as succeed academically. Charlette wants others to know about DVC so that they too can benefit from its resources and advance in their future. She plans to transfer in fall 2013 and will pursue a degree in Communications.

Ji Won Kim is an international student from South Korea. She went to high school in Singapore and came to the United States in January 2012.   She began working as a Student Assistant in the Assessment Center and Enrollment Lab before becoming a Student Ambassador. Ji Won enjoys the diverse population of DVC’s student body as well as the opportunities that are provided to students. She is majoring in Accounting and is hoping to transfer to a 4-year university in fall 2013. She is an active member of the Korean Christian Club at DVC.

Kevin Lin graduated from Lowell High School in 2011. He is in his second year at DVC and is hoping to transfer in fall 2014 pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. He loves to work with new incoming students and help guide them through their new chapter in life. Kevin loves to watch and talk about any type of sports, but he plays table tennis competitively. In the future, Kevin hopes to obtain a high position job at Boeing in Everett, Washington.

Ryan Frank graduated from Venture High School in 2008. During his senior year, he began taking courses at DVC where he discovered his passion for business. Ryan plans on transferring to a 4-year university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business marketing He feels DVC has amply prepared him to continue on his current path and loves the opportunities the college has given him. Ryan has worked for Starbucks and has volunteered with various non-profit organizations which allowed him to use his education and training to positively impact the lives of others He enjoys biking, running, playing soccer and strengthening his relationship with family and friends.

Sarah Cabral graduated from Castro Valley High School in 2011 and is currently in her second year at DVC. She is a part of the Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society, Phi Theta Lambada club and the Rotaract club. A very outgoing and social person, Sarah loves to help her fellow students succeed. As a Student Ambassador, she is able to do more for the college that has done so much for her. She is pursuing an associate’s degree in Communications and is working towards transferring in fall 2014.  She plans to pursue a career as a news broadcaster. Sarah is currently employed with three jobs and likes to shop or going to the gym in her spare time.

Stephanie LaBorde graduated from Monte Vista High School in 2005. After high school she went to Chapman University and graduated with her Bachelor’s degree. She spent a year abroad and has now returned to Diablo Valley College to complete her prerequisites for a Master’s program in Physician’s Assistant Studies. Stephanie loves interacting with the diverse community of DVC and is thankful for all the services the college has to offer. She has benefited a great deal from services she has received from the Counseling and Career Centers. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering, working out, reading, and photography.

Yijia Zhu believes that coming to DVC from China was a watershed in her life. She is currently serving as a freelance writer for DVC’s student newspaper, the Inquirer, as well as serving as the Vice President of DVC’s Soft Skills online organization. Yijia takes delight in helping others and spends most of her weekends participating in various volunteer activities. She plans to transfer to a 4-year university where she will pursue a degree in Media Studies or Communications.