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< Back Alumni Pulse: Networking, Networking, Networking! Learn about the Alumni Association's recent networking event! Fall always feels like a fresh start. New classes, new faces, and a campus full of people trying to find their footing. It’s the perfect time to talk about something I’ve believed in for decades—networking. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been visiting classrooms and student clubs to run Fun with Networking, a workshop built from forty years of experience. Nothing complicated. Just honest stories, simple tools, and a lot of practice. Students usually start off quiet and unsure. But by the end, they’re talking, laughing, and meeting people they didn’t know an hour earlier. Half the time, I have trouble getting them to stop so we can wrap up. This fall, we took it one step further and held a full networking session on campus. The point was to give students a real place to pround. 50 people joined us. A great mix of alumni and students, light refreshments, and a room full of conversations. Students tried out the skills they learned, and alumni stepped in with encouragement and advice. That’s exactly why these sessions matter: students learn how to network, and alumni get to inspire the next group coming up behind them.actice and to connect them with DVC alumni working in all kinds of fields. When students meet alumni who sat in the same classrooms and walked the same halls, it changes how they see their own path. It shows them what’s possible—and it gives them real examples of how successful people built their careers. Around 50 people joined us. A great mix of alumni and students, light refreshments, and a room full of conversations. Students tried out the skills they learned, and alumni stepped in with encouragement and advice. That’s exactly why these sessions matter: students learn how to network, and alumni get to inspire the next group coming up behind them. We’ll do it again in the spring. I hope to see even more of you there! < Previous Next >

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< Back From an Idea to International Attention June, 2026 The Pleasant Horn Showcases the Power of Experiential Learning Sometimes great opportunities begin with a simple conversation. Earlier this spring, Trish Snowden, CEO of Visit Pleasant Hill, stopped by the DVC Foundation office with an idea. As Pleasant Hill prepared to celebrate the upcoming World Cup, she envisioned creating a unique community symbol inspired by the famous stadium horns heard at international soccer matches. What happened next demonstrated the power of partnership and experiential learning. A short walk to the DVC Music Department helped shape the concept. Soon afterward, DVC engineering students were brought into the project to design and build what would become the “Pleasant Horn.” Over the next seven weeks, students transformed an idea into reality. Led by engineering student Ayomi Ikutiminu, the team collaborated, designed prototypes, solved technical challenges, and ultimately created a working instrument that celebrates both Pleasant Hill and the spirit of the World Cup. The project provided students with hands-on experience that cannot be replicated in a classroom alone. They worked with a community partner, managed deadlines, solved real-world problems, and delivered a finished product that captured public attention. Their efforts have already been featured multiple times on local television news broadcasts and in the San Francisco Chronicle. Most importantly, the project demonstrates what happens when community partners, faculty, students, and the Foundation come together around a shared idea. A simple question—“Can DVC help?”—became an opportunity for students to learn, create, and showcase their talents on a regional stage. Be sure to watch the short video linked below to see the Pleasant Horn story and hear directly from the students who helped bring it to life. Watch the video here Previous Next

< Back Building What Comes Next: Engineering & Technology at DVC If you walk past the construction site today, you’ll see steel, concrete, and a structure beginning to take shape. It’s impressive—but it’s not the full story. Because what’s being built at Diablo Valley College isn’t just a building. It’s a place where ideas turn into action. Slated to open in Fall 2027, the new Engineering & Technology Building will become the hub for applied learning at DVC—a space where students design, build, test, and solve real-world problems alongside faculty and industry partners.  Shape From Structure to Experience The building itself is already funded and under construction. What comes next—and where the DVC Foundation will play a key role—is ensuring that when the doors open, students step into a space that is fully equipped for hands-on learning from day one. That means taking a thoughtful look at what’s needed inside the building—tools, technology, and learning environments that bring the space to life. From CNC and machine labs to 3D printing, robotics, and collaborative design studios, the goal is simple: create an environment where students don’t just learn about the work—they do the work.  Why This Matters At DVC, engineering and technology education has always been grounded in real experience. Students build. They test. They problem-solve. They learn by doing. And they move forward ready—for transfer, for careers, and for industries that continue to evolve right here in our region. This new building is an opportunity to expand that experience—to give more students access to the kind of learning that prepares them for what’s next. Where We Are Right Now We are in the early planning stages—working with faculty, industry partners, and campus leaders to assess what it will take to fully activate this building as a true center for applied learning and innovation. In the months ahead, that work will take shape into a defined campaign effort. But before that happens, there’s an important step: listening, connecting, and building the right group of partners who see the potential of what this space can become. An Invitation If you’re an alumnus who benefited from engineering or technology learning at DVC… If you’re part of an industry that depends on a skilled, hands-on workforce… If you believe that students should graduate ready to contribute on day one… We’d value your perspective. This is a moment to share ideas, make connections, and help shape what this building becomes—not just for opening day, but for the students who will learn here for years to come. Click here to connect with us and be part of the conversation. The Work Ahead Right now, it’s a construction site. Soon, it will be a place where students get their hands on the tools, technologies, and experiences that define their future. The structure is rising. Now we begin the work of bringing it to life—together. < Previous Next >

< Back Slice of Success: Scholarship event The Diablo Valley College Foundation will host the Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 27, 2026. The event begins at 12:00.P.M. at the Performing Arts Center. Donors will watch students receive awards and see the results of their support. Your attendance shows a commitment to education. After the ceremony, participants will walk to the Main Street Bistro. At the bistro, donors will meet scholarship recipients. You will hear student success stories. Scholars will also meet other recipients to share their journeys and achievements. Foundation staff will express pride in the hard work of these students. The gathering connects scholars with the college community. You will build lasting relationships and find new resources. On April 27th, students will prepare for further ceremony activities. Send an email to the Foundation at dvcfoundation@dvc.edu to reply. Previous Next

< Back A Legacy That Lives in Creativity: There are many ways to remember someone. Some are quiet. Some are personal. And sometimes, a legacy becomes something that keeps moving—something that creates opportunity for others. This year, the Diablo Valley College Foundation is proud to announce the Eva Cohen Endowed Memorial Internship in Digital Arts —a tribute that does exactly that. Made possible through a $130,000 gift from Eva’s family , this endowment will fund a paid internship every semester for a DVC student pursuing digital arts. Each student selected will have the chance to create, design, and tell stories through their work—building real-world experience while carrying forward the creative energy that defined Eva. What makes this especially meaningful is that this is the first time the Foundation has endowed a student position , not just a scholarship. It’s a simple but powerful shift—from supporting access to education, to supporting the experience of it. And in that shift, something special happens. A student isn’t just helped—they’re given a role. A chance to contribute. A chance to create something that didn’t exist before. That vision was brought to life in partnership with Joann Denning, Area Chair of DVC Art & Photography , whose leadership helped shape an internship that is rooted in both artistic exploration and career readiness. Together with Eva’s family, this effort reflects a shared belief: that creativity matters, that opportunity matters, and that both can live on long after we’re gone. Because this is an endowed fund, the impact doesn’t fade. Each semester, a new student will step into this internship. Each semester, new ideas will take shape. Each semester, Eva’s legacy will continue—quietly, powerfully—through the work of students discovering their own voice. It’s a reminder that the most meaningful legacies aren’t just remembered. They’re lived. Previous Next

< Back Campus Corners: From Foundations to Futures The New Engineering and Technology Building I’ve always appreciated the range of seasons that show up on my morning walks during the spring semester. Rain, cold, snow on Mt. Diablo, and somehow 80 degrees at 7 a.m.—all in the last month. This morning, that contrast hit differently. As I stood looking at the new Engineering and Technology Building rising out of the ground—33,000 square feet of steel and concrete taking shape—I couldn’t help but notice Mt. Diablo behind it, still covered in snow. Progress in the foreground. Something constant in the distance. I turned and walked back across campus to where these classes are being held today—in spaces that have done their job but have clearly been asked to do more than they were built for. So instead of trying to say it all, I’ll let these three images do most of the work: My walk is always a good start to the day. Today, it felt like a reminder. We can build incredible things. We can create opportunity. And we can be part of something that lasts longer than any one of us. < Previous Next >

< Back Scholarship Awards Ceremony & Reception The Diablo Valley College Foundation will host a scholarship celebration on Friday, May 8, 2026. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Performing Arts Center. Donors will see the results of their financial support. Students use these scholarship funds to pay for tuition and school costs. Participants will go to the Main Street Bistro after the ceremony. Donors will speak with scholarship recipients at the bistro. They will hear stories about how these funds help students stay in school. Interested parties should send a reply to dvcfoundation@dvc.edu . Previous Next

< Back DVC Alumni After-Hours Mixer The Concord Chamber of Commerce invites you to a networking event on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce and the Diablo Valley College Alumni Association co-host the gathering. The event runs from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Diablo Valley College Bistro. The address is 321 Golf Club Road in Pleasant Hill. Participants will meet Chamber staff, board members, and local business leaders. You will share ideas with colleagues and build valuable contacts. This welcoming environment helps you find new career opportunities. Event Details Requirements: You must bring a business card to the event. Registration: fill out this form . Direct your questions to Alumni Manager Charley Daly. Previous Next