Colleagues:

On Fall Opening Day, I had the opportunity to share a reflection on The Power of Belonging, a value that is central to who we are as a college community and to the work we do every day. As we begin a new academic year, I invite you to watch this message and consider the ways each of us contributes to creating an environment where every student and employee feels valued, respected, connected, and supported. Read More from President Hernandez »

IVC welcomed College Corps Cohort 5 with a full-day orientation designed to prepare fellows for a successful year of service. The day included an official welcome, an introduction to program expectations, a returning fellow panel, presentations from site supervisors, and interactive workshops. Fellows also had opportunities to connect with one another and their site supervisors, reflect on their goals through a time capsule activity, and write a “Letter to My Future Self” as they looked to the year of service ahead. View Photos from College Corps Cohort 5 Orientation »

There was plenty of excitement on campus as IVC welcomed students back for the start of the fall semester on August 17. Check out some of our photos capturing the energy of the first day of fall classes! View First Day of the Fall Semester Photos »

Last week, President Hernandez continued his tradition of welcoming students from two of IVC’s learning communities, Puente Program (Cohort 6) and Equitable Learning Experience Valuing Achievement, Transfer, and Empowering Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (ELEVATE AAPI). "These classroom chats allow me to welcome students, share my educational journey, and affirm an important message: you belong here," says President Hernandez. "As president, I strive to create intentional opportunities to engage directly with students, learn from their experiences, and support their success." View Photos from ELEVATE AAPI and Puente Cohort Welcomes »

IVC celebrated the opening reception for E Hele Mai: Grounded Elsewhere, Rooted Here, the inaugural curated exhibition in the IVC Art Gallery’s new space on August 27. The evening began with live music and hula, followed by an aloha welcome, remarks on the inspiration behind the exhibition, and a welcome from President Hernandez. The program also featured a traditional blessing led by Kumu Hula Keoni Chang, accompanied by musicians and hula dancers, before guests gathered for the reception and exhibition viewing. On view through October 1, the exhibition features works by Dane Hiʻipoi Nakama, Alina Kawai, Anela Ming-Yue Oh, and Nainoa Rosehill and explores themes of place, memory, migration, identity, and cultural inheritance. View Photos from the Art Exhibition Opening »

IVC, through the IVC 30 to CPA Program and the IVC Foundation, has awarded three Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”) review courses to outstanding accounting students, helping reduce financial barriers and support their progress toward professional certification. The awards were made possible through the generous support of TimeValue Software and UWorld, a global leader in comprehensive academic and professional education. Read More about CPA Review Courses »

IVC welcomed girls in grades 7–11 for the IgniteHER Girls Summit on July 24, a day focused on leadership, inspiration, and building confidence for the future. Presented by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris and Girls Inc. of Orange County, the free summit featured interactive workshops, panel discussions, and opportunities to hear from trailblazing women, including California Supreme Court Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero. View Photos from IgniteHER Girls Summit »

Labor Day Holiday – Campus Closed 
Monday, September 7 

9/11 Day of Remembrance  
Thursday, September 10 | 11:30 am | Live Oak Terraces 
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Walk of Hope Featuring Health and Wellness Expo
Tuesday, September 15 | 10 am – 2 pm | SSC Quad 
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Arts Promenade and Café Dedication 
Wednesday, September 30 |  9 am | Promenade Café, WC

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