Dr. Jill Biden speaks at sold-out East Bay Women’s Conference

Mar 6, 2018

At the East Bay Women’s Conference March 5, the paradigm of women in leadership shifted. Talk of “woulda, coulda, shoulda” leadership was out; real- life examples of what women have done, are doing and are determined to do more often were in.

Student Veterans Resource Center

Diablo Valley College Supports Veterans in their Transition to Student Life

Mar 1, 2018

For military veterans enrolling at Diablo Valley College, the Student Veterans Resource Center (SVRC) is a welcoming transition to academic life. Launched in 2016 with generous support from Sentinels of Freedom, the SVRC builds community for DVC veteran students by providing a dedicated space for meetings, study, recreation and relaxation.

Year Up

Year Up Gives You a Leg Up: Earn While You Learn

Mar 1, 2018

What do Rodan and Fields, Chevron, Kaiser Permanente, Workday and Bio-Rad all have in common? These companies and many others have provided valuable paid work experience to Diablo Valley College students through the innovative Year Up program.

music

Nick Vasallo: Hitting all the right notes

Oct 15, 2017

UC Santa Cruz Magazine, Ann Parker - "He’s a loving husband and devoted father, an award-winning composer, a renowned musician, a respected teacher. Nick Vasallo is also the originator of “deathcore,” a genre-blending mix of death metal and hardcore music.

music, music industry studies

SF Chronicle: On the brink: Oakland singer and songwriter Jay Som

Oct 11, 2017

DVC made a significant mark on the trajectory of my music career. Straight out of high school I wanted to break away from the DIY music/recording knowledge I taught myself and learn the basics in an educational environment. I took memorable classes with Tim White, Doug Michael, Mark Steidel, Guy Lento, Jon Bendich, Danny Carnahan, Michael Aczon, and Steve Sage. The music industry program solidified my endeavor into the music industry and I still apply so much of what I learned to my newfound career. I am so grateful for the time I spent at DVC!