Alum focused on public service and giving back to community
Following his service, Ilifonso Garcia enrolled in Yakima Valley College’s Criminal Justice program and despite his nervousness at being a new college student, he found support from YVC’s faculty and staff.
Alum advocates for TRIO programs
Upward Bound (UB) alumnus Esther Estrada ‘16 recently attended the Council for Opportunity in Education Conference hosted by the Washington State TRIO Association to advocate for programs that support populations frequently underserved in higher education.
STEM program sees growth
Growth in Yakima Valley College’s STEM program is providing additional opportunities for students in the Yakima Valley.
Peters participates in Fulbright Scholars Program
Long-time English Instructor Dan Peters was recently selected to participate in the Fulbright Roving Scholars Program.
Student Highlight I Enedeo Garza III
Without a clear career direction after high school, Enedeo Garza shifted between jobs in various industries before enrolling at YVC in 2014.
Speakers Bureau returns
This winter Yakima Valley College announced the relaunch its popular Speakers Bureau.
Student Highlight I Gilbert Solano
After getting his start at YVC, Gilbert Solano will continue his education at an Ivy League school with a full-ride scholarship next fall.
Kenia ‘Marisol’ Chavez and Nancy Arzaga selected as All-Washington nominees
YVC is proud to honor Kenia ‘Marisol’ Chavez and Nancy Arzaga as a members of the 2024 All-Washington Academic Team.
Miguel Blancas-Alejo selected as All-Washington nominee
YVC is proud to honor Miguel Blancas-Alejo as a member of the 2022 All-Washington Academic Team.
COVID-19 Testing
The free community COVID-19 testing site located on YVC’s Yakima Campus will remain open through June 30, 2022.