education

Future Educators Get on the Pipeline at DVC

Dec 10, 2020

If you were inspired by a teacher who changed your life, you’re not alone. Each of us has a story to tell about a teacher who made an impact. This is especially true for today’s future teachers. DVC students who would like to pursue a teaching career can get that same spark through the Teacher Preparation Pipeline (TPP).

Hit the Ground Running with an Early College Program

Dec 10, 2020

Did you know that you could earn college credit while in high school? Diablo Valley College and its partner school districts enable students to get an early first taste of college.

Culinary Arts

DVC Culinary Arts Program has the Right Ingredients for Success

Dec 10, 2020

DVC has successfully prepared students for culinary careers for over 30 years. Culinary arts students learn by doing, building skills that can then be applied in a number of food industry settings. Students also gain experience through a required internship program.

business, entrepreneurship

Student Entrepreneurs Swim with Big Fish in the DVC Piranha Pool Pitch Competition

Dec 10, 2020

Do you have an idea for a new product or business? Ever wondered how to fund your startup? Jump into DVC’s Piranha Pool and find out! “The DVC Piranha Pool Pitch Competition is similar to the popular TV program, ‘Shark Tank.’ Students present their idea for a new business or product to a group of judges,” said DVC business administration professor, Charlie Shi.

How California community college vocational programs have adapted to COVID-19

Dec 6, 2020

Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, 300 people a day got food and snacks from the student-run bakeshop, cafeteria and restaurant at Diablo Valley College. The three eateries collectively let students in the school’s culinary arts program practice their vocation while earning $250,000 in annual revenue that went back into the program.