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DVC's Martha Laham interviewed on KGO radio about new book

Sep 19, 2020

Martha Laham was interviewed by Michael Kinney of KGO radio about her new book, "Made Up: How the Beauty Industry Manipulates Consumers, Preys on Women's Insecurities, and Promotes Unattainable Beauty Standards."

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East Bay college professors take courses to learn how to teach online

Sep 4, 2020

Like many of his colleagues, Laury Fischer never expected to teach his classes online, but after nearly five decades as an educator, the Diablo Valley College professor was determined to learn how to do so in a world changed by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Drone Technology Overview

Jul 13, 2020

Would you like to become a drone pilot? Did you know that opportunities for certified drone pilots are increasing? Are you wondering what the career path is for certified drone pilots? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, consider the Drone Certificate Program at DVC!

DVC's Dr. Beth Arman elected president of the National Council for Workforce Education

Jun 24, 2020

Congratulations to Dr. Beth Arman on her recent election as president of the National Council for Workforce Education (NCWE). Dr. Arman is the Senior Dean of Career and Community Partnership at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, California. Her previous leadership experience includes higher education positions at the Community College of Baltimore County (Maryland) and Renton Technical College (Washington).

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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.