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2021 Grad Finale Commencement Celebrations

Valencia College is hosting a two-part experience for graduation this spring as nearly 4,000 students will participate in the college’s [...]


Valencia Spring Dance Concert Spotlights Classic and Contemporary Works

Valencia College will host its annual Spring Dance Concert in an online digital production, for a limited time. The concert, [...]


Valencia College Debuts Docudrama “Privilege”

Valencia College Theatre is debuting “Privilege” on the virtual stage this spring. Compiled and written by John DiDonna, Stelson Telfort [...]


Emmy-Winning Composer Behind ‘Queen’s Gambit’ to Speak at Valencia

ORLANDO – Composer Carlos Rafael Rivera, an Emmy-winning composer whose work includes the music for Netflix’s “Queen’s Gambit,” will present [...]


Valencia College Selects Dr. Kathleen Plinske as Its 5th President

In a special meeting held today, Valencia College trustees selected Dr. Kathleen Plinske to become the college’s fifth president. Plinske [...]


New Job-Training Facility Planned for Princeton Oaks Industrial Park

Valencia College has announced plans to expand its Accelerated Skills Training (AST) programs in Orange County with the development of [...]


Behind the Bay: Metallica Scholar Finds Empowerment Through Welding

Sparks fly through the air around Emma Lynn Ponds as she strides into the room, swimming in her thick protective [...]


Valencia College Selects Four Finalists for President

At a special meeting held today, Valencia College trustees voted to confirm four finalists selected by the college’s Presidential Search [...]


Valencia College Dance Present Choreographers’ Showcase

Valencia College’s Choreographers’ Showcase is taking a unique approach to their 22nd annual event this year, with the majority of the [...]


Valencia Offers Free Help For Students Filling Out FAFSA

For many students, college is out of reach without financial aid. But to be eligible for financial aid — including [...]