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Beyond the Chair: DVC's Rachel Watt’s Journey from DVC to Mobile Dental Hygienist

After earning an AS degree in Dental Hygiene from DVC, Rachel worked as a dental hygienist and earned an additional license as an Alternative Practice Hygienist.

Move Forward Faster With STEM-Related Careers

“It took me a few years to find out what I’m passionate about. I was a sociology major but it wasn’t what I wanted to do in the long-run. When I learned about the industrial automation and robotics program, I became immediately interested because the program was developed in partnership with Tesla,” said Luz Mendoza.

DVC Early Childhood Education Program Gives Luis Gonzales Room to Play

“I decided to become an early childhood education teacher because of the fond memories of my early schooling. I remember the warm teachers, the smell of the paint materials and the moments of play,” said Luis Gonzalez, a student enrolled in the early childhood education (ECE) program at DVC. Many students stack credentials. This means they work in the field while enrolled and pursue multiple certificates or degrees to advance in their career.

Building the Future: DVC Pre-Apprenticeship Program Fast-Tracks Students into Trade Careers

The DVC Pre-Apprenticeship program introduces students to skilled trade careers that offer high wages, union benefits and long-term stability.

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.

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.

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Building a Better Future Despite the Odds: Unstoppable DVC Students

“Growing up in a single-parent home, I often felt the sting of economic uncertainty. Watching my mother struggle financially and my father struggle with past addiction, I knew I had to find a long-term career. I thought that would be the Army until I became ill and was honorably discharged due to my heart condition. I came up with a new plan and got to work,” said Adrienne Navarro, who completed her associate in science in allied health at DVC

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!