For Keisha Holmes, the idea of attending college wasn't in her plans until a state rehabilitation case worker encouraged her to apply to DVC so she could return to the workforce.
In March 2021, students from Diablo Valley College participated in the 45th Chinese Mandarin Speech Contest which was held virtually. The contest is hosted by The Chinese Language Teachers Association of California (CLTAC). CLTAC is the largest nonprofit association of its kind in the country with a mission to promote the study, teaching, and research of the Chinese language and culture on all educational levels. Its annual Mandarin Speech Contest boasts of a long history since 1960s. It has become an annual pageant of Chinese education in the region. The event was sponsored by Monterey Bay Chinese Association, Cheng & Tsui, and Foreign Language Association of Northern California (FLANC).
A lifelong artist and educator, professor Gaby Wolodarski brings a dynamic blend of creativity, craftsmanship and community connection to DVC’s San Ramon campus.
DVC students' success at the 2025 Mandarin Speech contest highlights the excellence of DVC’s Chinese language and culture program and reflects the exceptional learning experiences and opportunities it provides.
Diablo Valley College (DVC) hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking to kick off the construction of its new, 32,500-square-foot Engineering Technology Building on the Pleasant Hill campus.
“DVC has long been recognized for meeting students wherever they are on their educational path, and guiding them to success,” said Paul Pitner, professor for early childhood education at DVC.
The DVC Speech & Debate Team secures victory at the Northern California Speech & Debate Championships, held at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
In November 2023, six students from DVC’s Chinese program entered the National Chinese Expo of Student Works. The objective of this event is to provide students with a platform to show their talents as well as their experience in learning the target language.