Chef and Culinary Grad Finds Big Success by Thinking Small

Michael Collantes can’t sit still. That may explain why the Valencia grad (class of 2005) now operates three restaurants in [...]


Against All Odds, She Excelled – and Continues to Set an Example for Others in Foster Care

No one really expected Hartley Villagra to go to college – let alone excel in college. In her immigrant family, [...]


He’s a survivor: Valencia grad persevered to earn his degree while battling cancer

Fernando Perez was just two classes away from graduating at Valencia College with his associate’s degree in December 2015 when [...]


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 [...]


Valencia College Board of Trustees to Consider Lab Fee Changes for 2021-22

At Valencia College’s Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for May 26, the board will discuss proposed changes in student lab [...]


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 [...]