Media Releases
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.
María Villagómez Appointed to ACCCA Board
Congratulations to María Villagómez, senior dean, language arts, library and social sciences who was appointed to a three-year term to represent Napa Valley College on the Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA) board of directors.
Food Basket Program Serves Hungry Students
On a hot Tuesday in May, Stacy and her youngest daughter, Abby, drove up to the 900 Building on the Napa Valley College campus, following the signs into the lane for the college’s Food Basket program.
Napa Valley College Hosts OLE Health Food Drive
Rosaura Segura, president, Napa Valley College Board of Trustees, (right) was one of the many volunteers who helped prepare 2,000 bags of food for the nearly 1,000 plus families who visited the campus for OLE health’s free food distribution on Friday, May 22.