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Important dates, deadlines, and information
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May 17, 2017 |
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Important upcoming admission and registration dates
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Spring 2017 Important Dates (pdf)
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May 19
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Last day of classes
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May 20-26
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Final exams
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May 26
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Last day of instruction
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May 26
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Graduation
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May 29
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Holiday - Memorial Day - college closed
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May 30
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Three-week summer session begins (May 30 - June 16)
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May 30
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Nine-week summer session begins (May 30 - July 27)
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June 19
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Six-week summer session begins (June 19 - July 27)
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Fall 2017 Important Dates (pdf)
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| August 11 |
Semester begins. Check specific class listings for Saturday and Sunday classes. Start dates may vary.
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August 11-25
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Late enrollment - space available basis. Register online with late add code or register in-person with signature of instructor or late add code. |
August 11
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AA/AS degree or certificate filing period begins through October 12.
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Welcome to
summer at DVC! Three-week, six-week and nine-week sessions are available starting May 30.
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Graduation announcements
Congratulations to the DVC students that will be graduating! We are looking forward to seeing you and celebrating you during our commencement ceremony!
This year's ceremony will be held on
Friday, May 26 at 5:00 pm in Viking Stadium (weather permitting).
Please remember these important dates:
Now - May 26
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Student cap and gown package sales period
Cap and gown packages may be available for purchase in the DVC Book Center during this period.
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May 26
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Gameday Souvenirs, Inc. vendor sales
Fresh flowers and leis will be available for purchase from
GradImages
Professional photographs of graduates will be taken during the ceremony and available for purchase at www.gradimages.com.
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For additional information regarding the graduation timeline and procedures, visit
www.dvc.edu/grads.
Let us know if you will be attending graduation...
ADA accommodations available
If you or your guests have need for any accommodations, please contact
Disability Support Services 10 days prior to the day of the graduation ceremony at 925-969-2176 or
dhagerty@dvc.edu.
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ASDVC announcements
ASDVC and the Classified Senate will be hosting refreshments during finals week. Coffee and snacks will be offered in the lobby of the Student Union on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of next week.
ASDVC and the Classified Senate will also be giving away scantrons, bluebooks, and pencils. Volunteers will be handing out supplies around campus prior to each finals time slot. For f
inals occurring after 3:00 pm, students can go to the library to pick up free materials. San Ramon will also be participating in this activity.
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SRC TRANSFERmation Celebration
Are you transferring? Please join us on Tuesday, May 16, 1:00 - 3:00pm, in the Learning Commons to celebrate your success! Meet graduates, make connections and hear from former students. Pizza and cake will be served.
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Financial aid
announcements
DVC's Financial Aid Office will be open the following hours during the summer (May 30 - July 28):
Monday - Wednesday
Office hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Drop-in hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday
Office hours: 8:30am - 1:00pm
Drop-in hours: 8:30am - 12:30pm
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Book buy back
End of term book buy back. Bring your books to the windows
at the rear of the DVC Bookstore (near the Math Building).
Book buy back dates and times:
May
22 - May 25, 9 am - 7 pm
May 26, 9 am - 3 pm
Return rental deadline
The last day to return rental books and avoid penalties is
May 30, 3:00 pm.
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Tutors wanted for summer 2017
The Educational Talent Search and Upward Bound programs are seeking paid and volunteer tutors to work with middle and high school students at DVC during the summer, June 12 - July 20.
We are seeking tutors who have experience working with students in an academic setting, or who have completed a tutor training course/program. Hourly rate for tutors is $10.50 or $13.35.
Tutors are needed for math on
Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 - 10:30 am and 10:30 am-12:30 pm. English tutors are needed on
Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 - 10:30 am and 10:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Contact
Jackie Jones-Castellano at
jjonesca@dvc.edu
for more information.
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DVC's online job board
DVC Career Services uses
College Central Network for all online job, internship and volunteer opportunities. Check out this interactive tool that connects local employers with prospective job and internship candidates. Opportunities are from local employers who are looking for DVC students. They understand that you may not be looking for full-time employment and are usually still in pursuit of your educational goals.
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DVC's Assessment Center is open
Knowing your appropriate placement in math and English or ESL will help you register for the classes that will be right for you. Assessments are offered on a regular basis, and appointments can be made
online
or in the Assessment Center.
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FREE Microsoft Office software for all DVC students!
DVC students get Microsoft Office 365 Pro Plus at no cost via the Microsoft Professional Plus Benefit program.
Download the software NOW!
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Stay connected with DVC WiFi Follow the step-by-step instructions for wireless internet on the DVC campus. You will need your InSite Portal ID and password. |
Smoking policy
Smoking at Diablo Valley College is restricted to parking lots at the Pleasant Hill Campus and student parking lots at the San Ramon Campus.
State law prohibits smoking within 20 feet of all doorways and windows.
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Marijuana policy at DVC
Recreational marijuana is legal in California, but it is still prohibited on all Contra Costa Community College District property, colleges and campuses. Please learn more about our policy.
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Policy on skateboarding, skating, and bicycling on campus
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n accordance with V.C. 21113(f), the use of bicycles, motorized bicycles, electric bicycles, skateboards, electrically motorized boards, and roller skates on the DVC campus is strictly prohibited.
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Please be a good neighbor and consider our surrounding neighborhoods
Help us preserve DVC's excellent reputation by doing your part to be a good neighbor! We understand that our students sometimes have to park on neighborhood streets at the beginning of the semester when campus parking is harder to find. If you do park off-campus, please show respect for our neighbors by doing your part to keep their streets clean, quiet, and peaceful!
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Safety message
The College District Police Department would like to provide Safety Tips to help you stay safe and keep your valuables from going missing.
Please take the time to consider the following safety tips while going about your daily routine:
- Never leave any items of value unattended.
- Always check to make sure your vehicle has been locked and secured. This includes making sure your windows are rolled up and secured.
- If you need to leave a room, office, or classroom, take your belongings with you or ask a friend or colleague to keep an eye on them for you... Even if you are only going to be gone a minute.
- Never leave your office unattended without locking. If you need help securing an office or lab, contact Police Services immediately for assistance. You can contact Police Services at (925) 686-5547
- Do not leave items of value out in "plain view." This would include items such as: bags, purses, laptops, wallets, etc.
- Always be aware of your surroundings. If you notice anything or anyone suspicious, contact Police Services for assistance.
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Our mission statement
Diablo Valley College (DVC) is passionately committed to student learning through the intellectual, scientific, artistic, psychological, and ethical development of its diverse student body. DVC prepares students for transfer to four-year universities; provides career and technical education; supports the economic development of the region; offers pre-collegiate programs; and promotes personal growth and lifelong learning. View our complete
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