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Valencia College Engineering Program Earns International Accreditation

Orlando, FL – Valencia College’s bachelor’s degree program in electrical and computer engineering technology has received ABET accreditation, an internationally [...]


Valencia College to Unveil New Training Facility in Orange County

Orlando — On Nov. 12, Valencia College will officially open the doors of its largest workforce training center – where [...]


Valencia Named Statewide Training Center by Manufacturing Council

Kissimmee, FL — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), the nation’s leading industry certification body for front-line technicians in advanced [...]


Valencia To Begin Composting Food Waste at East Campus Cafeteria

Orlando – Valencia College is launching a food waste recycling program at its East Campus cafeteria, where college officials estimate [...]


Valencia Announces Plans for 9/11 Tribute Event

This year, Valencia College will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks with a virtual tribute on Sept. [...]


Metallica Foundation Gives Valencia $50,000 to Provide Jobs Training

Orlando, FL — For the second year, Valencia College has been selected from a competitive field of community colleges across [...]


Valencia Wins Grant to Provide Job Training, GED Courses in Kissimmee

Kissimmee, FL – Young adults who haven’t completed high school or earned a GED can now study for their high [...]


Summer Dance Concert at Valencia Streaming Online July 30-31, 2021

Valencia College will host its annual Valencia Dance Summer Repertory Concert online nightly on July 30 and 31, 2021. The [...]


Osceola County Unveils New $500 Scholarship for County Residents

Osceola County officials issued the press release below on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, following an announcement at the School District [...]


Valencia College to Host Poinciana Community Resource Fair

Valencia College’s Poinciana Campus will welcome community members to a special outdoor event on Saturday, May 22, for the Poinciana [...]