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Breaking Barriers, Inspiring Potential: DVC Special Education Students Empower Others

“The special education program prepares students for a rewarding career working with children and adults with special needs. Students learn teaching strategies for the special education paraprofessional, study psychology and child development, and gain practical work experience,” said Carrie Million, who focuses on assistive technology and special education at DVC as a member of the Disability Support Services (DSS) faculty.

Healthy Outlook for Careers in Public Health

Public health professions focus on the prevention of illness, injury and disease to promote and protect the health of people and the communities where they live, work and play. Job responsibilities might include promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, improving health inequities among underserved populations, and detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases, such as COVID-19.

William Andreopoulos

Ready to Start Your Job Search? DVC Career Services Has Your Back

Alexander Tran spent five years working as a computer systems engineer but felt he needed to make a change.

Fueling Success: ESO Ventures and DVC Entrepreneurship Classes Empower Students with Confidence, Competence, and Capital

“When I was working my very first job in the insurance industry, I got a devastating call from my mom. She told me she had cancer,” said Johanna Arroliga, insurance/real estate agent owner of XIX Insurance Group Services.

PUMA Center - Right Where You Belong

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.

Beyond the Canvas: Art Professor Gaby Wolodarski Inspires Creativity and Connection at DVC San Ramon

A lifelong artist and educator, professor Gaby Wolodarski brings a dynamic blend of creativity, craftsmanship and community connection to DVC’s San Ramon campus.

Edward Cruz

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.

Coalinga and Diablo Valley Colleges Honored for Expanding Free, Open-Source Textbooks Programs

DVC was honored by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors: 2024-25 Exemplary Program Awards for outstanding efforts in expanding free, open-source textbooks & instructional materials for students.