High School seniors gathered in front of SBVC Auditorium

 

San Bernardino Valley College rolled out the welcome mat for the Class of Fall 2025 in April, hosting Senior Day 2025: an annual open‑house that turns the 90‑acre campus into an interactive showcase of academic programs, student services and campus life.

Throughout the morning, busloads of high‑school seniors moved between information fairs, lab demonstrations and guided tours. Faculty members staffed program booths from the sciences to the arts, while peer ambassadors highlighted resources such as the Valley‑Bound Commitment, EOPS, and the Valley 360º student‑support center.

“Senior Day gives prospective students a tangible sense of belonging and possibility,” SBVC President Dr. Gilbert Contreras said. “The moment they step on campus, they can see themselves succeeding here, and that changes futures.” Planning for the outreach effort began months in advance under the direction of Outreach and Recruitment office, whose team coordinated logistics with dozens of academic departments and service units. Volunteers greeted visiting students with welcome bags.