| DVC Counseling Center |
 Summer and fall registration is almost upon us!
Make your counseling appointments now to ensure that you are on track to complete your educational goal at DVC! Students who wait until May to meet with their counselor, during the enrollment "rush," often find all counseling appointments filled. 685-1230 ext. 2276 or 2278. |
| Tutoring services |
Free tutoring is available one-on-one, by appointment and drop-in, and in study groups. The Pleasant Hill campus has 10 single subject tutoring centers. The Tutoring Center, located in L-102, offers tutoring in all subjects. Contact our office, 925-685-1230 ext. 2125, to schedule an appointment.
Visit tutoring services for subject coverage, lab locations and hours.
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| Transfer Center |
 Upcoming transfer deadlines
· The Cal Dream Scholarship Fund at UC Berkeley is announcing several scholarships of at least $10,000 to academically qualified students in need of assistance that meet the requirements of California Assembly Bill AB-540. Please stop by the Transfer Center to pick up a copy of the eligibility criteria and an application.
· Admission decisions for fall 2009 admitted transfer students to CSU and UC campuses have begun and will continue through May 1, 2009. Be sure to submit the Intent to Register (SIR) by the deadline listed in your acceptance package to inform the university you will be attending their campus.
· Are you transferring to a four-year university in fall 2009 or winter/spring 2010? If so, mark your calendar for DVC's 9th Annual Transfer Reception to celebrate your success on March 14, 2009 from 2:15 - 4:15 pm. The program includes guest speakers, refreshments, music, meet with four-year university representatives, other students transferring to your school, and drawings for several scholarships! Watch for further registration details on the Transfer Center webpage.
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| Student Life Office |
 Enhance your success with free College Success Workshops and Brown Bag Lecture series. No need to register, just show up for the topics that are of interest to you.
Planning to complete your program of study at DVC this semester? Check out the graduation information page. Last day to file for degrees or certificates is March 31.
Second annual Inter-Club Council (ICC) Fundraising Carnival
When: Wednesday, April 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Student Union Plaza and Student Union Conference Room
What: Free food representing a variety of different cultures, live performances, music, fashion, games, a shopping bazaar, and information about DVC's clubs and a variety of student services offered at DVC.
Sample of upcoming club activities:
Science Olympiad, a film screening of "Loose Change", Viking Lacrosse Games, and a Persian New Year's Celebration! Check the Student Life calendar for details.
Help CCCTA bring DVC better bus service
CCCTA (the County Connection) wants to learn more about bus ridership of students who ride the bus to DVC classes at the Pleasant Hill campus. Click here for the online survey.
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| New A.A. degree in English |
| Be an English major and earn an A.A. transfer degree at DVC! For more information, please contact our English major advisor, Keri DuLaney-Greger at 925-685-1230, ext. 2214. |
| Career and Employment Services |
8th annual Job Fair!
April 29
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
In the Cafeteria
Meet employers from all over the local community who are eager to hire you! Full-time, part-time, internship and summer employment opportunities will be available.
Also, check out the Career and Employment calendar for resume review sessions for the days leading up to and following the fair. |
| FREE e-waste recycling event |
 Save the earth month is here!
Let us help you with your spring cleaning. We can help recycle old, unwanted electronic equipment at a FREE e-waste recycling event happening at DVC.
Pleasant Hill campus - Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4.
San Ramon campus - Saturday, April 4.
This is a monthly event that will take place the first Saturday of each month. Drop off of your e-waste is FREE!! Visit www.NoEwaste.com or call toll free, (866) 335-3373 for electronic items accepted and detailed event information. |
| Study Abroad opportunities |
 Only a few Study Abroad informational meetings remain:
Summer 2009 in Guadalajara - Tuesday, March 24 at the Pleasant Hill campus and Tuesday, March 31 at SRC. Program price has been lowered by $200. Total cost now $2,775.00 ($250.00 deposit due April 1, 2009)
Fall 2009 in London - Wednesday, March 25 at the Pleasant Hill campus and Thursday, April 2 at SRC.
Additional dates can be found on the Study Abroad calendar. For more information contact the Study Abroad Office.
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| Educational Talent Search Program |
 Volunteer tutors needed for spring 2009
The Educational Talent Search Program at DVC is seeking tutors for its summer math program. Tutors are needed in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. This program will serve middle and high school students from Mt. Diablo and Martinez Unified Schools.
All tutoring is held on the DVC campus Monday through Thursday between 9:30-10:20 a.m. or 10:30-11:20 a.m. The summer sessions will run from June 22 through July 23. Interested students should contact Jackie Castellano at jjonesca@dvc.edu.
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| Viking Lacrosse! |
 The Viking Lacrosse club team will host CSU Maritime Academy on April 4th at 6:00 p.m. at Viking Field (football stadium), in a rematch of the February 22nd game, where DVC defeated CSU 16-12. Come enjoy the fastest growing sport on the west coast and support the newest Viking athletic team! Admission is free.
Next home game: Friday, April 24th 7 p.m. UC Santa Cruz
For information, please contact club advisor, Terry Armstrong at tarmstro@dvc.edu. |
| Deadline for completion of Liberal Arts A.A. degree |
| Students completing A.A. degree requirements with the major of Liberal Arts, a program which was deleted from the DVC catalog in 2004, are advised that they must satisfy all requirements by the close of summer 2009, due to State regulations. Students unable to do so will have to select another major to complete their degree, and may see a counselor for assistance. |
| San Ramon campus news |
 Financial Aid at SRC
Do you have questions about financial aid? Come meet the financial aid staff at SRC in W119. Check out the drop-in hours schedule.
Careers and Majors Night
Tuesday, April 7 from 6-8 p.m. in the SRC Learning Commons. A panel of speakers from different careers and majors will share their experiences and answer questions. For more information, contact Jennifer Tejada at jtejada@dvc.edu.
Brown Bag Workshop
Celebrate Women's History Month Wednesday, March 25, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in W204. Join us April 29 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in W204 for Disability Awareness Month with DSS Counselor, Ted Munoz. Bring your lunch and a friend!
College Success Workshops are held weekly on Wednesdays from 5-6:15 p.m. See the schedule for a list of topics and speakers. No pre-registration is required! |
| Police Services |
 Police Services silent witness tip line.
Students, faculty and staff can call 925-685-1230 ext. 1999 to provide information without having to leave any personal information.
For more information in case of emergency:
Contra Costa Community College District Police Services
Police Services on the Pleasant Hill campus has relocated to ET-125, close to the old location in Lot 1. Watch for the temporary signage. If you are having trouble locating us, please contact our office, at 925-685-1230 ext. 2338, 2339 or (925) 686-5547 and we can have a Police Aide Escort you there.
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