drama

Technical Theater: Working Behind the Scenes Can Put Your Career Center-Stage

Jun 1, 2021

The theater often attracts those with a passion for performing. But pull back the curtain, and you'll see it is the technicians working behind the scenes who bring a show together. A career in technical theater is ideal for creative problem-solvers. The DVC drama program prepares students for all aspects of a production.

career education

Learning by Doing – Connecting Education to Work

Jun 1, 2021

Some students are visual learners, while others learn best by listening. Many students prefer to learn by doing. This hands-on approach is referred to as experiential learning.

horticulture

Grow Your Horticulture Career at DVC

Jun 1, 2021

Although DVC's horticulture program took root over 40 years ago, recent program updates and changes have spurred new growth. "Our program has evolved to meet the needs of the local community and job market. Many students who take horticulture classes plan on going into their own business.

art digital media

Design Thinking Leads to Better Solutions for Today’s Technology Challenges

Jun 1, 2021

DVC provides many ways for students to respond to real-world challenges. But to develop an effective solution, students need to understand how to approach a complex problem. This is where design thinking comes in.

art digital media

DVC Art Digital media student Jason Quiles will have his design work displayed on a billboard in downtown Oakland!

May 20, 2021

Congratulations to Jason for winning the Inspire Oakland BRIDGEGOOD design challenge with his inspirational design 'Hope for the Broken in Spirit' Jason celebrates the work of churches in poor neighborhoods and asks us to see homeless people and have hope.