Distinguished Grad Finalist Powers Through a Pandemic

When Maria Thompson decided to go to college, her journey became a family affair. She was 30 years old, with [...]


For This Valencia Grad, Space Is the Ultimate Frontier

Growing up watching space shuttle launches from her backyard in Orlando, Jillian Gloria set her sights on one goal: Becoming [...]


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 [...]


Military Wife, Mother of Two Named Valencia’s Distinguished Graduate

When Samantha Tanner’s family celebrates Mother’s Day this year, they’ll have additional reasons to honor the 28-year-old mother of two. [...]


Valencia’s West Campus Selected to Serve as COVID-Vaccination Center

UPDATE: Although the large FEMA-operated, COVID vaccination site on West Campus has closed, the Florida Division of Emergency Management is [...]


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 [...]