Week of May 12, 2026

May 12, 2026

Happy Nurses Day! Our Centennial Commencement is finally here! Let's finish the year strong and celebrate with our students and their loved ones this Saturday.

Week of May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026

Student recognition season is bringing the campus and community to life. I especially want to thank our classified professionals for all their hard work behind the scenes making these events so special.

Week of April 29, 2026

April 29, 2026

On Thursday of last week, we hosted a San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustees strategy session and demonstrated how all of us lifting together puts the board goals into action. I want to thank all of our staff and student presenters and tour participants.

Week of April 21, 2026

April 21, 2026

Last week, we welcomed more than 600 high school seniors to Valley College! The walkway behind the gym was lined with booth representing programs, offices, divisions and clubs from across campus.

Week of April 13, 2026

April 13, 2026

Last week, the STEM-MESA Center held a fantastic open house that drew dozens of students and showcased the center's educational resources in hands-on ways. Thanks to Dean Lorrie Burnham, Dr. Daniel Mayo, Blue, and the entire team!

Week of April 6, 2026

April 6, 2026

Last week was another action-packed week at Valley College.

Week of March 31, 2026

March 31, 2026

Last week was a truly epic week celebrating our 100th birthday! I will never forget singing Happy Birthday to our college, enjoying cake and taking the "100" photo with you on Thursday -- officially Valley College Day in San Bernardino! Each of you is part of our history. Thank you for making it such a festive occasion, and for advocating for our students every day.

Week of March 24, 2026

March 24, 2026

I hope Spring Break provided our students and all of you some time to reflect and recharge. For me, I had the opportunity to spend time with Dr. Diana Z. Rodriguez, our chancellor, and Dr. Kevin Horan, President of Crafton Hills College at the CEO Symposium. Let's finish the semester strong as we head toward Commencement 2026!