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Orlando Sentinel Focuses Spotlight on DirectConnect to UCF, Valencia

Cathy Gutierrez is one of Valencia’s many success stories. The 22-year-old, who graduated from the University of Central Florida in [...]


Valencia, UCF, UF Celebrate Orlando’s First Architecture Grads

For 16 students, graduating with their master’s degrees in architecture from the University of Florida this weekend was a huge [...]


Six Valencia Students Named to All-Florida Academic Team

Orlando, FL – Six Valencia College students have been named top scholars to the All-Florida Academic Team. Only 109 students [...]


An Incredible Journey: Valencia’s Distinguished Graduate Goes from Prison to Honors College

When Angel Sanchez was released from prison at age 28 — after serving 12 years behind bars – he faced [...]


Two Trustees Join Valencia College’s Governing Board

Orlando, FL – Two new trustees will join Valencia’s College’s District Board of Trustees, following their confirmation by the Florida [...]


Valencia College Commencement Ceremony Set for May 3

Kissimmee, FL – On Saturday, May 3, more than 1,000 Valencia students will receive their associate degrees as Valencia College [...]


Black High Achievers Honored

Valencia’s Black High Achievers Club welcomed 79 new members on Monday, April 21. The club honors African-American students who have [...]


Valencia, Orlando Health Foundations to Host ‘Taste for Learning’ Fundraiser

While the economy is on the mend, recovery has been difficult for nonprofits. The landscape has changed and those that [...]


Best of Student Artwork Goes on Display in East Campus Gallery

Orlando, FL – Come see the best artwork that Valencia students produced this year when Valencia opens the 2014 Valencia [...]


Valencia Horticulture Students Create Pilot Garden at Children’s Ranch

It’s often been said that if you grow a garden, you can change the world. And that’s exactly what Dr. [...]