From small stage, to the big screen
YVC Alumni Cody Lightning launches career in movie and film.
Alumni Spotlight | Smith family
Some institutions of higher education make an impact on the lives of individuals and their families long after they’ve walked the halls, grabbed lunch in the cafeteria, spent hours studying and completed their training. For Mark Smith and his siblings
Alumni finds passion for marketing and coaching
Taylor Yates 19' uses Running Start program to jump-start college career.
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.
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.
Alumni cultivate success for female winemakers
Alumni from Yakima Valley College’s Vineyard and Winery Technology program continue to be leaders in the region’s wine industry.
First-gen student gets jump-start on college
College seemed an unlikely prospect for Abigail Carr, yet thanks to YVC Running Start program Carr is earning a degree.
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.
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.