Learning Communities

Don't go it alone! If you'd like to work with other students and friendly faculty who share your interests and concerns, then check out DVC's learning communities.

In a learning community, you take a set of classes (two or more) together, which gives you a great opportunity to make friends.

Even better, these shared classes are specifically designed to help you do your best as a college student.

Classes in a learning community are linked by common themes or student interest. Check out the list below to find a community that works for you.

Be part of a DVC Learning Community

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Community of Pride

LGBTQIA+ students: join a Community of Pride! Take classes on queer-specific content and build community with like-minded students and instructors.

Early Childhood Education Professional Development Cohorts

Students enrolled in Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs can join a Cohort! Earn course credits + free tuition opportunities, tutoring and more.

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First Year Experience (FYE) Program

First Year Experience (FYE): Crafted for first-time college students to ease the high school-to-campus transition. Be a part of our supportive community at DVC!

MESA Program

The DVC Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program offers crucial support to students aiming to transfer to four-year institutions for STEM careers.

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Program for Adult College Education (PACE)

With DVC PACE you can pursue a college education while balancing work, school, family and scheduling demands. Choose from flexible evening and online courses!

Puente Program

The Puente Program at DVC supports Mexican American and Latino students to succeed in college with counseling services, mentors, an educational plan and more.

Tembo Leaders

DVC's Tembo Leaders is a special program for African American men to learn valuable leadership skills while increasing their personal and academic success.

Umoja Program

Don't get lost in the crowd! Join a thriving community of African American and other students in DVC's Umoja program. Visit Umoja in the PUMA Center.

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Year Up Bay Area

Year Up is a one-year technology-training program that combines hands-on skill development with professional internships at top Bay Area companies.

DVC prepared me very well to enter the ECE field. I learned how to craft lesson plans tailored to students’ interests. And I learned how development can vary greatly between each child.

Luis Gonzalez early childhood education (ECE) student

The teachers are understanding about the adults having a life. They know we are not young adults with no responsibilities.

Sofia Deleuse PACE graduate

The Puente team gave me the voice and confidence to achieve anything I set my mind to, in addition to the wonderful academic opportunities, fantastic connections, and friendships.

Stephanie Ramos Navarro DVC psychology graduate

The Tembo Leaders and Umoja programs have helped me because they have allowed me to find my tribe and my people. And it has allowed me to learn and understand people in different walks of life.

Jordan Davis Tembo member, and political science student

As a student who is a member of Umoja, it has been a joy to form long-lasting connections with not only my peers, but also staff and faculty.

Mprah Asare DVC student and member of the Umoja Community

Visit the PUMA Center

At the PUMA Center, we prioritize student leadership, mentoring and cultural awareness. This is your space to connect, gain empowerment and unlock your full potential to achieve academic and career success.