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Disruptive Behavior

DVC policies on disruptive behavior in the classroom.

Employment for International Students

DVC international students may work on campus in various departments. Get more information from the International Student Office.

DVC Speech and Debate Wins Gold at the Community College National Championships

This marks the best performance in the school’s history and the best performance on record for any Northern California team at the Phi Rho Pi National Championships. The tournament awards “Gold” award to the top two schools in each entry size category, putting Diablo Valley College (DVC) second overall in the Large School division.

DREAMers Events

Find out about upcoming events and workshops for DREAMers!

Journalism Isn’t Dying, It’s Evolving: Faculty Revive Program in the Era of Fake News

Andrea Madison had worked in retail management and hospitality for many years, but something nagged at her. She had always dreamt of becoming a writer. Just before her 30th birthday, Madison decided she was ready to make a change and pursue her life-long passion. She enrolled at DVC as a journalism major.

Empowering Pride and Belonging - DVC's New Inclusivity and Wellness Center Transforms Student Lives

The DVC Inclusivity & Wellness Center (IWC) ensures that DREAMers, LGBTQIA+ students, students from immigrant communities, historically underrepresented students, and students from low-income backgrounds have access to resources and support in a welcoming, sacred space.

Hitting the Right Notes: DVC Grads Find Their Rhythm in the Music Industry

Interested in a career in music? Find out how DVC music industry studies alums Christopher "Chrei" Torres and Ethan Chuck leveraged DVC connections with production studios to get real-world experience in their field!

Hot Job Market Gives Dental Hygiene Grads Something to Smile About

“During my first year at DVC, I was at a crossroads. While at a dental cleaning appointment, my hygienist asked me about my goals. She told me how much she enjoyed being a dental hygienist. After that conversation, I looked into dental hygiene, and the rest is history,” said Michael Vu, a 2015 graduate of the DVC dental hygiene program.

DVC Champions Belonging, Belief, and Success for Foster Youth

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.

The Perfect Mix: Turning a Passion for Audio into a Lucrative Career

Audiovisual Technology Careers: How DVC Prepares Students for the A.V. Industry