Limited Services
YVC: We Are In This Together
As a result of the governor’s Stay Home, Stay Safe order issued on Monday, March 23, 2020, the campuses and learning centers of Yakima Valley College are closed to the public Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Your calls and emails are important to us!
While the campuses are closed to the public, we want you to know, We are working, we are just working differently. Please be patient, many of our staff are working remotely. If your call is not answered, please leave a message with your contact information so we can return your call.
Admissions: Yakima & Grandview
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.4712 Admission@yvcc.edu
Athletic Games
- NWAC has cancelled through spring season. 509.574.4720
Bookstore
The YVC Bookstore is open unless otherwise directed. It is with careful consideration that we have made the decision to offer service one-on-one to our customers temporarily. This will allow us to maintain a safe distance between our employees and customer through social distancing. Please understand we will be cleaning counters and terminals in between customers so that we can maintain a safe working environment. We will continue to accept textbook orders online with free shipping, though you may experience longer shipping times than usual. Any purchases returned via shipment to our stores will be processed when we receive them. We will keep you informed of any updates as circumstances change. 509.574.4625 yvccbookstore@yvcc.edu
Textbook rentals may be returned to the bookstore or via UPS for free. The return date has been extended to April 3. Students will need their order ID and email address to create the label.
Free shipping in Washington on all website orders including textbooks.
Cashiering
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to pay your tuition and fees online or by telephone.
Yakima Cashiering Hours: Monday – Friday 9:30 AM -3:30 PM
Grandview Cashiering Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Friday: 8 AM – 12:00 PM
Payments may also be mailed to the YVC Cashier’s Office; PO Box 22520, Yakima, WA 98907-2520.
509.574.4660 cashier@yvcc.edu
College and Career Readiness
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Open 9-3 pm Monday-Friday.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.6850 ccr@yvcc.edu
Computer Labs/Testing Labs
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Counseling and Advising: Yakima & Grandview
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
counseling@yvcc.edu 509.574.4956
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Open for 2nd-year students and their patients only. Enhanced cleaning protocol in place. For more information: 509.574.4917
Disability Support Services
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
dss@yvcc.edu 509.574.4961
Dorms
Open and operating under normal hours. Social distancing and enhanced cleaning protocol observed. 509.574.4885
Ellensburg Learning Center
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via telephone.
509.925.4011
Events & Activities
Campuses are closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Financial Aid: Yakima and Grandview
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.6855 finaid@yvcc.edu
Fitness Center
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Flagger Classes
At this time, Flagger is being offered on April 17 and May 15.
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via the telephone.
509.574.4745
Larson Gallery
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Library: Raymond
Closed until April 6. Email and voicemail are monitored and will be responded to as soon as possible; try Ask a Librarian. Books may be returned in the blue library book drop south of Raymond Hall. Calculators may also be returned there if wrapped in padding.
509.574.4991 refdesk@yvcc.edu
Library: Grandview
Closed to the public and students.
Email will be checked frequently and answered as soon as possible. 509.882.7034
Math Centers
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Online tutoring available soon to both Yakima and Grandview students.
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
mathcafe@yvcc.edu 509.574.4862
Media Center
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
509.574.4982 media@yvcc.edu
Registration
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Yakima: Registration will be open 8-5:00 PM Monday-Friday.
Grandview: Registration will be open 8-5:00 PM Monday-Thursday. Friday 8-11:00 AM.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
509.574.4700 registration@yvcc.edu
Running Start: Yakima & Grandview
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone.
runningstart@yvcc.edu 509.574.4970
Security
Operating normal hours. Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
509.574.4610
Speech Lab
Closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via the telephone.
The Speech and Language faculty are exploring the options to provide online services to students during spring quarter.
509.574.6800 ext. 3619
Student Life: Yakima & Grandview
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Sunnyside Learning Center
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via telephone.
Technology Services Helpdesk
Office closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Working normal business hours during Spring Break and throughout the upcoming Spring Quarter.
Employees: Staff and Faculty may complete a HelpDesk job ticket found in the portal or call 509.574.4717 for assistance.
Students: Students may email or call 509.574.4717 for assistance.
helpdesk@yvcc.edu
Testing Services: Yakima & Grandview
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
No online testing available at this time.
Students may still email their transcripts and test scores to admissions@yvcc.edu for processing. Running Start applicants should mail their applications and other paper work to runningstart@yvcc.edu. More information on the placement options.
All Pearson Testing including GED, NEF, and WEST-B is closed until further notice. If you already had a test scheduled you should receive an email from Pearson.
Toppenish Learning Center
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
It is strongly advised to communicate via telephone.
509.834.4550
Tutoring Center: Yakima
Center is closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Live help is available online throughout the day, evenings and weekends. Please visit eTutoring to get started.
tutoringcenter@yvcc.edu 509.574.4995
WorkFirst
Offices closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Normal hours are 9-3:00 PM Monday-Friday.
It is strongly advised to communicate via email or telephone and avoid in-person communication.
509.574.4583 workfirst@yvcc.edu
Writing Center
Centers are closed to the public and students Wednesday, March 25, through Monday, April 6, 2020.
Additional writing help is available via our online consultation form, which allows us to receive students’ drafts and questions and then provide feedback via email.
Yakima 509.574.4829
Grandview 509.882.7073
Yakima Valley Vintners
Tasting Room closed. Online purchasing options may soon be available. 509.882.7069 wine@yvcc.edu