Edward Collins
Armando Febo had been working at low-paying retail jobs since becoming a parent at 17. After 21 years of marriage and four more children, Armando was ready to make a change.
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 alum Tom Hansen is now the Chief of Police for the Brentwood Police Department. Photo courtesy of Tom Hansen.
“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.