In the halls of 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC), Kass Malcor's journey is one of exploration, determination, and advocacy. Graduating with an AA-T in History, Kass's passion for American history is not just academic but deeply personal, driven by a desire to illuminate the often-overlooked narratives of queer Americans.
Sarah Smeltzer's journey at 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC) is a testament to the power of determination and resilience. As a self-supporting, first-generation college student, Sarah's path to higher education was far from straightforward. Despite facing uncertainties and doubts in her senior year of high school, Sarah decided to give college one last shot, choosing IVC as her proving ground.
Kian Goshtasbi is a dedicated student at 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC) pursuing a major in computer science. His profound passion for the field of computer science was ignited during his childhood explorations in video game design. Despite facing initial setbacks and doubts about the field, Kian's resilience and determination led him back to computer science during his senior year of high school.
With a focus on Political Science and a forthcoming minor in Labor Studies, Summer Sanchez-Cornejo's academic pursuits at 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC) have focused on her desire to combat injustices prevalent in her community.
Summer explains, βAfter seeing the way my loved ones and many in my community have been taken advantage of by employers, discriminated against by individuals, and persecuted by immigration and customs enforcement (I.C.E.), I want to work for change.β
Diego Valencia credits some sound advice he got from 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC)βs Career Center with helping him achieve a childhood dream.
Valencia, who graduated with honors from IVC in May, will transfer to UCLA in the fall, a veritable a βdream come true,β he says.
Esmeralda Delgado has never been one to think small.
βAs long as I can remember,β she says, βmy goal has been to be a CEO.β
A high school graduate at 17, she started her career as a receptionist, working her way up the ranks in the supply chain industry. Now majoring in business management at 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC) while juggling the demands of raising two children and a successful full-time career, Delgado is well poised to realize her dream.
When Haley Barrios was a child, she loved to build things.
βI still love tinkering with things, then taking them apart,β says Barrios, now a mechanical engineering student at 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC).
51ΑΤΖζ was selected to participate in this statewide initiative created to establish a pipeline of diverse students so that the legal profession reflects the diverse population of California. The initiative is a collaboration between the California Community Colleges and the State Bar of California through California LAW, a nonprofit organization.
We are excited to announce that the IVC library will be undergoing renovations to better serve you. During this period, the library will be temporarily relocated to Room A311.
Please note the following important dates and information:
Library Closure for Move: The library will be closed from Tuesday, June 11 through Thursday, June 13 for the physical move.
Reopening in A311: The library will reopen in Room A311 on Monday, June 17.
