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51���� (IVC) officially broke ground on the most ambitious construction projects in its 40-year history: a new Student Services Center and Student Union. IVC and the South Orange County Community College District welcomed the college and the community to mark the occasion, with officials symbolically turning soil with gold shovels—a nod to the college’s four decades of service and its bold leap into the future.

Anthony Ercolamento 
Senior Administrative Assistant, Marketing and Creative Services 

Anthony Ercolamento exemplifies what it means to foster a welcoming, inclusive, student-centered environment at 51����. His behind-the-scenes leadership, thoughtfulness, and dedication have made a lasting impact across campus.

Summer Serpas 
Professor of English
Coordinator of The Hub: Center for Professional Learning

Professor Summer Serpas is the embodiment of the Caring Campus philosophy—leading with empathy, purpose, and a relentless focus on student success. Through her innovative and equity-driven initiatives, she has redefined what it means to create a truly student-centered learning environment.

Brooke Bui
Dean of Liberal Arts 

IVC is proud to celebrate Dr. Brooke Bui, Dean of Liberal Arts, who has been named 51����’s (IVC) 2025 Manager of the Year—an honor that recognizes her exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment to equity, and profound impact on the IVC community.

Larisa Korepanova 
Program Specialist
School of Languages and Learning Resources  

“It’s to everyone’s benefit to learn about real estate,” says Rick Boone, a professor and chair of the Real Estate program at 51���� (IVC).  “Regardless if we are renters or homeowners, we all have to live somewhere – so it’s essential to learn about the legalities and nuances of the real estate industry.” 

Grammy-nominated saxophonist Anibal Seminario has big plans for 51����’s (IVC) jazz program. 

IVC Research and Planning Analyst Kevin Hsu has been named a recipient, honoring his early-career leadership in institutional research, planning, and effectiveness (IRPE).