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Amy Parker Kleeman Named New Assistant VP of College Transitions

Valencia College has named Amy Parker Kleeman the college’s new assistant vice president of college transitions. In her new position, [...]


Small Art Exhibit May Make a Big Impression

If you believe that good things come in small packages, then head for Valencia College’s Anita S. Wooten Gallery this [...]


Valencia Coming to Lake Nona Medical City

Valencia College will soon open its fifth campus in Lake Nona Medical City, where it will train students for careers [...]


It’s Not Too Late to Enroll for Fall Classes at Valencia College

With classes beginning on Aug. 27, now is the time for new students to apply to Valencia College to be [...]


Valencia Professor Earns Award for Encouraging Cell Phones in Class

Valencia College Professor James May has been named the winner of a prestigious award for innovative teaching, thanks to his [...]


Dr. Stacey Johnson Named New President of East, Winter Park Campuses

Stacey Johnson, currently the vice president of academic affairs at Palo Alto College in San Antonio, Tex., has been named [...]


Osceola Campus President Named a Finalist to Orlando’s 40 Under 40

Congratulations to Dr. Kathleen Plinske, president of Valencia’s Osceola and Lake Nona campuses. She’s a finalist for the Orlando Business [...]


Wanted: Singers and Musicians for Valencia’s Musical Ensembles

If you can play an instrument or sing, Valencia is looking for you. Valencia students don’t have to major in [...]


Valencia Wins $100,000 Grant From Walmart Foundation

Valencia College has been named one of 15 community colleges across the country to win a $100,000 Walmart PRESS for [...]


Second Lady Jill Biden Visits Valencia

Dr. Jill Biden, the Second Lady of the United States, visited Valencia College’s West Campus on Thursday for a round-table [...]