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Charo Albarrán Elected VP/President Elect of ACHRO
Charo Albarrán, assoc.VP, human resources and training & development, was elected vice president/president elect of the Association of Chief Human Resources Officers (ACHRO).
Christine Pruitt and María Villagómez Receive Certificates in Online Teaching & Design
Christine Pruitt, English instructor and learning outcomes coordinator, and María Villagómez, senior dean, language arts, library, social sciences, distance education recently participated in cohort-based professional development in an online environment to master the knowledge of effective universal online course design that meets the learning needs of diverse students.
NVC Celebrates Pride Month
Kyler Thompson, a student at NVC, president of the LGBT Club and a student worker in the Office of Student Life, lead the way for the rainbow flag to be raised on campus in honor of LGBTQ Pride Month in June. The rainbow flag is a symbol of LGBTQ social movements and the colors reflect the diversity of the LGBTQ community.
Letter from NVC Criminal Justice Training Center
Dear Napa Valley College Community, The violent death of Mr. George Floyd is an unacceptable and horrific tragedy. It is inexcusable, and intolerable that such actions were committed by those sworn to keep the peace. We write you today to make clear our perspectives, feelings, and commitment to contribute to the healing so desperately needed to help us move forward.
EOPS and CalWORKs Drive-Thru Graduation
Napa Valley College EOPS and CalWORKs hosted a drive-thru graduation celebration on May 27. Graduates who participated – 28 of the 50 students graduating this year – received a NVC cap and gown, medallion, certificate of completion, snacks, and a congratulation card signed by EOPS staff. During the drive-thru, students and their families were greeted and cheered by EOPS and financial aid staff, who work with about 300 students each year.