Work Your Way Through College with Federal Work Study
Jun 15, 2020
Would you like to earn money to help pay for college? If you have financial need, you may qualify to apply for Federal Work-Study jobs. Federal Work-Study (FWS) provides part-time jobs for students with financial need. Funds earned help students pay for their education expenses.
WRKX Links Classroom Learning to Real-World Settings
Jun 15, 2020
Did you know you can earn college credits for learning that takes place where you work? Both paid and unpaid positions qualify. “Work experience education (WRKX) helps students apply their classroom experience to real-world settings. Work-based learning helps students connect what they are taught to their future career path,” said Marisa Greenberg, the work experience program coordinator at Diablo Valley College.
Allied Health - In-Demand Careers that Make a Difference
Jun 15, 2020
Workers are needed in many areas across the health care spectrum. In fact, growth in health care is outpacing many other industries. Now is the perfect time to begin a career in an allied health field.
DVC Online – Get Online and Get Ahead
Jun 15, 2020
While many colleges are focused on how to move classes online, Diablo Valley College is well ahead of the curve. “DVC has been offering online classes for a long time. Our initial focus was on figuring out how to place a class online. But after much success, we are now focused on the quality of online education. We are also ensuring that we increase equity, especially for underserved populations,” said Anne Kingsley, the distance education coordinator for DVC.
DVC Campus and Facility Improvements Take Shape
Jun 15, 2020
Students at DVC have much to look forward to as major building activities are underway. Funding for the projects was provided through Measure E.