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YVC Voice Magazine

YVC Student waves to crowd in her cap and gown during the YVC Commencement Ceremony.

CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2024

YVC’s newest graduates persevered to find success in their personal journeys.

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Group of three student work together on a science experiment involving plants.

KINDLING CURIOSITY

Hands-on research is becoming increasingly common in YVC classrooms.

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View from balcony overlooking Costa Rica's Naranjo Valley.

COFFEE IN THE CLASSROOM

Instructor brings lessons from coffee industry into economics courses.

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Two students wearing their YVC shirts have a conversation on the YVC campus during Yak Nights.

CULTIVATING COMMUNITY

The college welcomed students and families for its first Yak Family Nights this spring.

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Featured Articles

YVC Student Speaker addresses the audience during Commencement.

95th Commencement Ceremony

Yakima Valley College hosted its 95th Commencement Ceremony on June 14.

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YVC Staff member speaks to students outside on the YVC campus during Yak Night.

Engage and Connect

The family-friendly Yak Family Night events were held on both campuses in May. They provided sizzling tacos, refreshing aguas frescas, lively music, games and activities.

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Three students work together planting for a science project.

Kindling Curiosity

More YVC students are gaining valuable hands-on research experience in their courses.

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People

Ruben Mondragon poses for picture outside on the YVC Campus

Goal of a Lifetime

More than 50 years after dropping out of middle school, Ruben Mondragon is on the path to earning his college degree.

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Picture of the sun shining through the clouds

Remembering Garcia, LaFetra, Olson

In memory is dedicated to alumni, faculty and staff who have passed away. It offers a place where the YVC community can remember.

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YVC Campus pictured from above.

In Basket | Summer 2024

Briefs highlighting the activities and accomplishments of faculty, staff and students.

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Athletics

Yak softball players celebrate win.

Athletics Photo Gallery | Summer 2024

View photo highlights from the Yaks 2024 softball and baseball seasons.

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Two YVC athletes pose for picture holding their award placques.

Student-Athletes Celebrated at Annual Awards Ceremony

Dozens of student-athletes received YVC and conference honors for the 2023-24 season.

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YVC softball player wearing number 8 hits the ball during a game.

Softball Earns First NWAC Tournament Appearence 

The Yaks picked up a win in their first-ever appearance in the conference softball tournament.

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Arts

Larson Gallery art work pictured with gallery patrons in the background.

Student Artwork Shines in the Larson Gallery

This spring the Larson Gallery presents the annual YVC Department of Visual Art exhibition. The show presents artwork created within the past year.

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Five students sitting at a table performing during a YVC Drama Production.

Do You Feel Anger?

YVC’s Drama program and Playmasters student club shined this year by producing award-winning plays and new work by students and community members.

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On Campus

YVC Faculty member Trent Ball addresses audience.

Ask the Expert: Trent Ball

The head of YVC's wine program shares some simple tips for how anyone can better taste and appreciate wine.

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YVC softball players celebrate on the softball field.

Athletics Photo Gallery | Summer 2024

View photo highlights from the Yaks 2024 softball and baseball seasons.

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YVC President Linda Kaminski poses for picture with books in the background.

President's Letter | Summer 2024

YVC's newest alumni faced the challenges that stood in their way with resilience, determination and adaptability.

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