“Our program has evolved to meet the needs of the local community and job market. Many students who take horticulture classes plan on going into their own business. We also have many students who go on to complete a bachelor’s degree,” said Bethallyn Black, lead faculty for the horticulture and plant science program at DVC.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, promising to reshape industries and redefine career paths. Preparing for this transformation is crucial for both entering the workforce and for career advancement. At Diablo Valley College, students are learning about AI to get ready for these changes.
Diablo Valley College proudly celebrated the Class of 2025 with a series of vibrant graduation and end-of-year events. Each gathering highlighted the resilience, achievement, and diverse journeys of our students.
This marks not only the first time in DVC’s history that the team has won the State Championship, but also the first time for any school in Northern California in more than 45 years.
For DVC graduate Abel Anguiano, community college seemed like a great way to transfer to a four-year university. What he didn’t expect, and simultaneously gained, was the start of an exciting career in the sports media field.
“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.