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.
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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.
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.
Don’t Let Fear Stop You: DVC Student Parents Create New Opportunities for Themselves and their Families
A single parent with two daughters, Lanoie chose DVC to take steps towards a career in social work. She enrolled in DVC’s addiction studies program and will also earn an associate in arts for transfer (AD-T/AA-T) in psychology.
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.
Administration of Justice Grads Make a Difference in Local Communities
When Officer A. Allen graduated high school, she wanted to serve her community as a teacher. But after enrolling at DVC, she wanted to explore another path.
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