Tuan Dang poses for a picture on YVC's Yakima Campus in February 2025

Community college leader takes over the helm of arts and sciences

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard

Tuấn Đặng joined YVC’s leadership as the new dean of arts and sciences in March. Đặng brings a breadth of experience to campus, having held a variety of academic leadership roles at multiple community and technical colleges in Washington...

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YVC Interim President Teresa Rich

President's Letter | Spring 2025

March 28, 2025 | Teresa Rich

Preparing future leaders is integral to YVC’s work of strengthening the communities we serve, and in this issue of YVC Voice we feature stories about some of this work.

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Three female students work on drawings in art class

Connecting with community

March 28, 2025 | Dustin Wunderlich

Among the factors contributing to enrollment growth at Yakima Valley College over the past year are more course offerings, prioritizing outreach and retention efforts, and strengthened partnerships with community organizations.

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Illustration of someone dropping an item in inbox on a desk

In Basket | Spring 2025

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard
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Denny Michels, right, talks with students about career services during a recent Yak Family Night on YVC's Grandview Campus

Unlocking new opportunities

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard

Designed to equip students with the skills and resources they need to succeed in today's competitive job market, YVC's recently-launched career services and wellness program is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and aims to...

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Graphic

The college goes ‘Cuckoo’

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard

“Cuckoo’s Nest” runs May 8-10 and 15-17 in the Kendall Hall Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door the night of the performance.

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A student working on art in 1997

From the Archives | Spring 2025

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard
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Instructor Keith Reyes gives a lecture during a sociology class

Leadership in action

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard

YVC's new student leadership program aims to empower students by providing essential funding to develop their leadership skills and prepare them to make a positive impact in their communities.

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Instructor Stephanie Ahlgren talks with students during a nutrition class

Ask the Expert: Stephanie Ahlgren

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard

Eating healthy doesn't have to break the bank. With a few smart strategies, you can enjoy nutritious meals without overspending.

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Participants gather round to watch the screaming gummy bears experiment

STEM Day sparks curiosity

March 28, 2025 | Stefanie Menard

STEM Day, a collaboration between Yakima Valley College and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI), gave children the opportunity to become scientists, builders, engineers and more.

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Young teacher reading to students

Teacher Education program hosts free event for new teachers in the Yakima Valley

December 18, 2024

Yakima Valley College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education (BAS-TE) program, in partnership with Central Washington University, will host an Ed After Hours event on January 22 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. via Zoom.

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