College & Career Readiness division celebrates students
YVC celebrated students completing its English Language Acquisition, High School+ and GED programs in June.
Student spotlight I Nuri Ramirez Sanchez
When her store closed due to the economic downturn in 2019, Nuri Ramirez Sanchez decided to return to school and pursue a teaching degree at YVC.
Miguel Blancas-Alejo selected for national internship
YVC alumnus and former ASYVC officer Miguel Blancas-Alejo was one of only 100 students nation-wide selected to participate in a 15-week internship with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
HUB project gives boost to student life
The refurbishment of the HUB facilities provides contemporary and cozy spaces for students to study, unwind and form connections with their peers.
Empowering language
Heritage learners of Spanish find new paths thanks to courses designed with their existing language skills in mind.
Students participate in hands-on community-based research
Hosted by the Professional Development Committee, college administrators and unions that represent faculty and staff the event provided a staff appreciation bbq during fall.
Alum works to improve college experiences for underrepresented students
Hennessy Rodriguez is serving as a regional coordinator for the Washington Student Engagement Networks during the 2023-24 academic year.
Grandview Library boosts programming for students, community
YVC's tenure process provides faculty an opportunity to elevate instruction across the college.
Toppenish Learning Center reopens
Several courses returned to Toppenish during winter quarter, with a focus on programs supporting needs of the local community.
Advocating for change
Kicking off the 2023 Diversity Series is the noted Indigenous scientist and community advocate Jessica Hernandez for an author presentation on April 27. Hernandez will share key themes and research for her award-winning book, “Fresh Banana Leaves: Healing Indigenous Landscapes