Puente Program Requirements
To be part of the 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC) Puente Program, students need to meet the following requirements:
Puente Program Benefits
Why Join Puente?
- Personal Guidance and Orientation β In exploring career options, developing an educational plan, and identifying life goals
- Guaranteed Classes in English, Counseling, Ethnic Studies and Math β Take classes with the same peers and instructor
- Field trips β To colleges and universities, and local cultural events
- Guest Speakers β Hear stories and learn from our invited guests
- Mentoring β Mentoring and networking with community leaders
End of Year Message
Dear Students,
Congratulations!
Whether you are graduating, continuing, or new in your college experience, I want to take this opportunity to congratulate you on your achievements and adaptability during the 2021-2022 academic year.
End of Year Message
Dear Colleagues:
The end of the spring semester provides us a time for reflection and renewal. I am truly grateful for the many ways our students, faculty, and staff rallied throughout this year. Central to our decision-making was always campus safety. Our district and IVC responded not once, but twice when the situation warranted due to variant surges. Together we found ways to implement new and evolving COVID-related strategies.
IVCβs Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
In Fall 2020, I hosted a virtual 3-hour session on βDeveloping A DEI Framework 51ΑΤΖζβ where I shared the importance of creating an equity framework that aligns every program, initiative and activity to college-wide diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) goals. In my short time 51ΑΤΖζ, Iβve come to appreciate and value the many initiatives and activities that were organically created. However, creating a framework or umbrella for all of these efforts is needed to:
A Window into Enacting Educational Equity 51ΑΤΖζ
Contributed By Rebecca Beck
Professor of ESL, Vice President of Equity- Academic Senate, PAC-DEI Tri-Chair
Commitment to Expanding Educational Partnerships
A unique characteristic of community colleges that distinguishes us from other institutions of public higher education is our inherent mission to serve our local community. We play an important role in training tomorrowβs workforce and meeting the educational needs of our local communities.
President's Biography
Dr. John C. Hernandez was appointed 7th President of 51ΑΤΖζ (IVC) in July 2020.
Office of the President
As IVCβs seventh president, it is my privilege to lead a college dedicated to expanding opportunity, fostering innovation, and empowering students to reach their full potential. For more than 40 years, IVC has provided pathways to higher education, career advancement, and lifelong learning.
President's Report to the Board of Trustees
The following reports by President Hernandez are submitted to the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) Board of Trustees.
2026: Ongoing