From the President's Desk | Club Day Showcases 75 Student Organizations  | Foundation Receives $50,000 Gift from Irvine Company to Support Teacher Preparation Pathway | Join IVC at OC Black History Parade and Unity Festival | Women's Basketball Team Falls into Tie for Second Place in OEC | From Student to Counselor: Brianna Joslyn's Full-Circle Journey at IVC

Students: 

Lately, I find myself reflecting on the pain many within our IVC community are experiencing in response to national and global events. In conversations with students and colleagues, many have shared how challenging it is to make sense of, understand, and respond to situations that directly and indirectly impact our well‑being and our shared sense of humanity. It is a reminder that when one member of our community hurts, that pain reverberates throughout our entire community. Read More from President Hernandez »

Spring Club Day brought the SSC Quad to life on January 27, with 75 student organizations coming together to showcase campus involvement. Students explored booths, connected with fellow peers, and enjoyed live student performances that kept the vibe high all day long. Hosted by the Office of Student Life and the Inter-Club Council, Club Day provided an opportunity to discover new clubs, meet new people, and find communities that match their interests. View Club Day Photos »

The Irvine Valley College Foundation has received a $50,000 gift from Irvine Company to support the college’s Teacher Preparation Pathway (TPP), a collaborative initiative designed to create a clear and supportive route from community college to the teaching profession. The gift directly benefits students pursuing careers in education by reducing financial barriers, expanding hands-on learning opportunities, and strengthening program infrastructure. Read More About Irvine Company Gift to Support Teacher Preparation Pathway »

Visit IVC's Outreach booth at the Orange County Black History Parade and Unity Festival in downtown Anaheim on Saturday, February 7! Organized by the Orange County Heritage Council, the festival celebrates Black history and cultural heritage while fostering community empowerment and connection. The parade begins at 10 am, followed by the festival from noon – 4 pm, featuring live entertainment, food vendors, dancing, and a Health Village. Learn more about the OC Black History Parade and Unity Festival »

The Irvine Valley women's basketball team earned a hard-fought win in the first game on Orange Empire Conference play, 51-49, on its home floor Jan. 7. On Friday night, it was Cypress' turn. The Chargers out-scored the Lasers, 15-11, in the fourth quarter and came away with a 54-47 conference victory at Cypress. The Cypress win created a logjam for second place in the OEC. Irvine Valley, Cypress and Orange Coast are all tied with records of 5-2. Read More About Women's Basketball »

When Brianna Joslyn first stepped onto the Irvine Valley College (IVC) campus, she was a young single mother rebuilding her life after leaving an abusive marriage. Balancing the responsibilities of parenthood with the challenges of being a first-generation college student, Brianna found hope and belonging through the supportive community at IVC, especially in the EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs programs, which provide academic, financial, and personal support for students facing economic or family-related challenges. Read More About Brianna Joslyn »

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