Celebrating the Class of 2025  |  Veterans Complete Equine Therapy Pilot  |  Barnes & Noble Bookstore Coming Soon  |  Athletics' Character Champion Award Recipients  |  Human Development Major Toby Cole Makes Powerful Imprint on the IVC Community

Watch the unforgettable moments from IVC’s 40th Commencement Ceremony — a day of pride, joy, and new beginnings.

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On May 22, IVC hosted its 40th Commencement Ceremony, recognizing the hard work and accomplishments of the Class of 2025. This year’s grads racked up an impressive 3,147 degrees and 1,250 certificates, which included 455 Honors Program students and 36 Early College grads from Beckman High School. Plus, history was made by 10-year-old Zora Elling who became the youngest IVC graduate ever, breaking a record held by her own siblings. See Commencement Photos »

This spring, the Veterans Services Center participated in a six-week equine therapy pilot in partnership with the Shea Center in San Juan Capistrano. Designed to support student veterans transitioning to civilian life, the program promoted emotional well-being, personal growth, and community connection through therapeutic horsemanship. Each week built on foundational skills beginning with grooming and horse behavior and progressing to mounted exercises and obstacle courses. These challenges served as metaphors for life transitions, encouraging adaptability, communication, and trust. The final session on May 5 offered a transformative capstone experience, with many students expressing a renewed sense of confidence and direction. See Equine Therapy Photos »

As we make the transition to our new bookstore partner, Barnes & Noble, the final day of the current Follett Bookstore will be Wednesday, June 18. Any orders placed with Follett before June 9 can be picked up, but no new orders can be placed. If materials are in stock, in-person purchases can be made at the Follett store, located in BSTIC 101, until June 18. The Barnes & Noble College Bookstore will begin operations at IVC on Wednesday, July 9. Learn more about the bookstore transition »

The Irvine Valley College athletics Character Champion award winners for the 2024-25 season are star sophomore women's soccer player Jordan Madison and standout sophomore men's basketball Josiah Reed. Reed averaged 8.2 points and 5.4 rebounds a game for the Lasers on the court. He was named second-team, all-Orange Conference. On the women's side there was no doubt that Madison was not only a great player, but also a team leader. She is headed to NCAA Division II Fort Lewis College in Colorado.Madison was named first team all-Orange Empire Conference last fall after helping Irvine Valley to a record of 10-10-1 overall. Read More About Madison and Reed »

Toby Cole, a dedicated Human Development major at Irvine Valley College, has left a powerful imprint on the IVC community through their commitment to social impact, creative expression, and student support. A proud graduate of Northwood High School in Irvine, Toby chose to major in Family and Human Services with a focus on Disability Studies, driven by a deep desire to support and uplift others—particularly children navigating medical and emotional challenges. Read More About Toby Cole's Journey »

Second 8-Week Summer Session Begins 
Monday, June 16
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Fall Semester Open Registration 
Wednesday, June 18
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Juneteenth National Independence Day – Campus Closed 
Thursday, June 19

Independence Day – Campus Closed 
Thursday, July 3

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