From the President's Desk | Celebrating Adult Learners and Their Stories of Success | Spring Transfer and Graduate School Fair  | IVC Speech Brings Home Awards from Greece to California | Foundation Honors Community Impact at Annual Awards Dinner | IVC Hosts Women Veterans Networking Forum | Environmental Leadership Committee Announces Student Logo Contest Winners 

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The month of April has been designated as Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) Awareness Month by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office and is embraced by Irvine Valley College as part of our commitment to cultivating an inclusive campus culture that reflects the lived experiences of our diverse community. As part of this commitment, we will once again host our annual DEIA Day—an opportunity to learn about human experiences beyond our own, connect in community, and reflect on how we aspire to grow and evolve in support of one another. Read More from President Hernandez »

IVC’s Adult English as a Second Language (AESL) department hosted A Celebration of Adult English Learners: Stories of Success on March 12, bringing together students, faculty, and guests for a morning of inspiration and recognition. The main program featured a student panel, faculty presentation, and student recognition, highlighting the journeys and achievements of adult learners. A reception followed with a meet-and-greet, photo booth, resource fair, and light refreshments, creating space for connection and celebration across the campus community. View Photos from AESL Celebration »

More than 25 universities visited IVC on March 10 for the Spring 2026 Transfer and Graduate School Fair, hosted by the Transfer Center. Representatives from CSU and UC campuses, along with private universities like USC, Chapman, Pepperdine, and Azusa Pacific were in attendance. The event gave students direct access to university partners. View College Fair Photos »

After already earning 124 awards this season, the IVC Speech Team took on its biggest challenge yet—competing in two major championships at the same time—and delivered strong results on both the international and state stages. While one group traveled to Athens, Greece for the International Forensics Association Championships, another competed at the CCCFA State Championships in Concord, California. Despite splitting their roster, IVC Speech brought home multiple individual honors and a third-place team finish at state. Read More about Speech and Debate Team »

On March 6, the IVC Foundation hosted its annual Celebrating Excellence Awards Dinner at the Marconi Automotive Museum, welcoming more than 300 guests. The event honored William “Bill” Hewitt (Lifetime Achievement Award), Dr. Donald Rickner (Distinguished Service Award), and The Hub: Center for Professional Learning (Excellence in Innovation Award) for their lasting impact on student success and campus excellence. The evening highlighted the power of education, philanthropy, and community partnerships in expanding opportunities for IVC students. View Celebrating Excellence Photos »

IVC welcomed women veterans on March 13 for the Women Veteran Networking Forum, a day of connection and reflection centered on the theme, “Reclaim Your Identity: From Service to Self.”  The program included a keynote by Dr. Mary Ann Villarreal, interim president of CSU Dominguez Hills and an Air Force veteran, who highlighted the power of education, mentorship, and service.

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The Irvine Valley College Environmental Leadership Committee (ELC) recently hosted a student logo design contest to create a new visual identity reflecting the college’s commitment to sustainability, education, and campus engagement. Students from Gokce Kasikci’s Digital Media Art (DMA) 192 and Gregory Harlan’s DMA 175 courses participated. First place was awarded to Ahlam Attallah, who will receive a $500 prize for her winning design. Parinaz Ahranjani was named runner-up and will receive a $250 award. Read More About ELC Logo Design »

Summer Semester Priority Registration 
April 1 – 29
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Preview Night 
Wednesday, April 15 | 4 – 8 pm 
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Employee Recognition Ceremony 
Thursday, April 16 | 3 pm | PAC

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