From Abroad to Belonging: An International Student Finds His Place and Purpose at DVC
An international student’s journey from abroad to belonging—discover how DVC helped him find purpose, community and a place to call home.
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From Coding to Coaching: DVC's Kelly Anderson Finds Joy in New Personal Training Career
After nearly two decades in the IT industry, Kelly Anderson decided to transition into the fitness industry, a field she had long been passionate about.
Lab Coats and Low Costs: Building Biology Careers with Dr. Fein at DVC
Dr. Matthew Fein once wondered what was next as a community college student—now he teaches anatomy, physiology and microbiology at DVC San Ramon.
Paving Her Own Path: How DVC’s Anna Kuzmenko Unlocked a New Career in Real Estate
Anna Kuzmenko began at DVC in 2020 to study programming, aiming for a computer science degree to explore software development. However, along the way she uncovered a new passion—one that would change her path entirely.
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.
For Jordan Davis DVC Felt Like Home The Moment He Stepped On Campus
Jordan Davis explored multiple community colleges before choosing Diablo Valley College. It was a meeting with Football Coach, Mike Darr, that convinced Jordan that DVC was the right place to achieve his goals. “When he told me to come meet him at the school it felt like home from the moment I stepped on campus.”
The Perfect Mix: Turning a Passion for Audio into a Lucrative Career
Audiovisual Technology Careers: How DVC Prepares Students for the A.V. Industry
Cooking Up Careers: How DVC Culinary Students Are Savoring Success
Culinary arts and hospitality students can get a great start on their career by enrolling at DVC. There are numerous opportunities for hands-on learning not only in class, but also in campus eateries as well as restaurants throughout the Bay Area and beyond.