Linda Purdy Memorial Prize
Linda Purdy enriched the Orange County literary and arts community for over 30 years. Her playful poems, stories, and art found homes in The Ear, Faultline, and other local literary magazines.
IVC's Manager of the Year, Nick Wilkening
Congratulations to Director of Technology Services Nick Wilkening for being named IVC’s 2022 Manager of the Year! Nick, who recently returned from deployment with the US Air Force Reserve, was instrumental in assisting the college with technology needs during the COVID pandemic.
De-Stress Fest
Monday, December 5 – Wednesday, December 7
Take a break from studying and refresh with relaxing activities!
Celebrating IVC’s Diverse, Developing Career Education Successes
After nearly 40 years of quality career education, there are enough 51ÁÔÆæ success stories to fill a book. And while these passion-to-paycheck tales tend to share certain plot elements: a Laser-focused determination, an independent spirit… they don’t always start out on the same page.
Workshops & Events
Complete your Steps to Become an IVC Student on our campus!
Meet with 51ÁÔÆæ (IVC) staff and faculty to assist and guide you through the enrollment process by attending our in-person workshops and events on the IVC campus.
Interest Form
ELEVATE AAPI Learning Community (LC) and EMPOWER Tracks are open to all students who meet the program requirements (will be discussed during information session).
Space is limited to approximately 25 students per academic year for the Learning Community and 35 students for the EMPOWER Tracks. The program enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. We will utilize waitlists for any additional interested students and provide referrals for any additional services available.
ELEVATE Faculty Mentors
Faculty Mentors are assigned to each interest area/educational Guided Pathway 51ÁÔÆæ so students in the cohort can meet with the designated faculty to learn more about the major, degree, career pathways, work-based learning experiences (such as internships, apprenticeships, and fellowships) that align with in-demand industry sectors or occupations.
Faculty Mentor Bios
Learning Community
The ELEVATE AAPI Learning Community (LC) is a yearlong cohort where students can take UC/CSU required transferable courses in a community of supportive students and faculty. As part of the Learning Community, students’ seats are guaranteed in these courses. Space is limited to 25 students, so sign up today!
Courses Offered
- Fall: WR 1 and COUN 6
- Spring: COMM 1 and ETHN 20