Kelsey Mayeda knows the impact of a community college education. As a CCC alumna, she understands the meaningful role the institutions play in shaping a student’s journey.
Dr. Matthew Fein once wondered what was next as a community college student—now he teaches anatomy, physiology and microbiology at DVC San Ramon.
Gordon later enrolled at DVC to earn an associate in arts degree in animation. He had learned about DVC’s foster youth program while in high school, so he met with the coordinator of the Student Transition and Academic Retention Team (START) program.
Careers in the trades offer a fast track to high-paying careers without a bachelor's degree. By attending DVC, students have the advantage of acquiring the skills, knowledge, and hands-on learning experience to pursue a trade occupation while also earning transferable college credits should they choose to continue their education later on.
Discover the PUMA Center, home to three college access and success programs that support underrepresented students – Puente, Umoja, and MESA. These programs provide an enriched student experience that leads to greater success.