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Events


  1. (Baseball) Monterey Peninsula vs. West Valley

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    (Baseball) Monterey Peninsula vs. West Valley

    (Baseball) Monterey Peninsula vs. West Valley
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Baseball) Monterey Peninsula vs. West Valley 2:30 PM, Virtual Event
  2. (Softball) West Valley at Cabrillo

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    (Softball) West Valley at Cabrillo

    (Softball) West Valley at Cabrillo
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Softball) West Valley at Cabrillo 3:00 PM, Virtual Event
  3. (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley

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    (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley

    (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley 10:00 AM, Virtual Event
  4. Coffee with a Cop

    a mug of coffee with a police badge on it

    Join us for Coffee with a Cop and get to know your campus police in a relaxed friendly setting. Its a great chance to ask questions, break down barriers, and build a stronger connection with those who keep our campus safe!

    Coffee with a Cop
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center | CC
    Coffee with a Cop 11:30 AM, Campus Center | CC
  5. (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley

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    (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley

    (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Beach Volleyball) Cabrillo vs. West Valley 12:00 PM, Virtual Event
  6. Multicultural Day

    graphics of hands carrying planet earth with a streamers of different flags around the world

    Join us to celebrate the diversity of our campus community!

    Multicultural Day
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center Walkway
    Multicultural Day 12:00 PM, Campus Center Walkway
  7. Piano Class Recital

    grand piano on stage

    Piano Class Recital
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Piano Class Recital 7:00 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  8. (Men's Swimming) Conference Championships

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    (Men's Swimming) Conference Championships, Conference Championships, All Day

    (Men's Swimming) Conference Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Men's Swimming) Conference Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  9. (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships

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    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships, De Anza College, All Day

    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  10. Art & Design Entrepreneur Panel

    art and design entrepreneur panel with three portraits of women entrepreneurs

    This panel features local small business owners in the art and design fields. Hear their stories on how they turned their artistic passion into a business. Panelist information and RSVP on the E-Center Website: https://www.westvalley.edu/e-center/.

    This event is organized by the Entrepreneurship Center and Cilker School of Art and Design.

    Art & Design Entrepreneur Panel
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Art & Design Entrepreneur Panel 12:00 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  11. (Baseball) Hartnell vs. West Valley

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    (Baseball) Hartnell vs. West Valley

    (Baseball) Hartnell vs. West Valley
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Baseball) Hartnell vs. West Valley 2:30 PM, Virtual Event
  12. (Softball) Hartnell vs. West Valley

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    (Softball) Hartnell vs. West Valley

    (Softball) Hartnell vs. West Valley
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Softball) Hartnell vs. West Valley 3:00 PM, Virtual Event
  13. (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships

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    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships, De Anza College, All Day

    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  14. (Baseball) Gavilan vs. West Valley

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    (Baseball) Gavilan vs. West Valley

    (Baseball) Gavilan vs. West Valley
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Baseball) Gavilan vs. West Valley 2:30 PM, Virtual Event
  15. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 7:30 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  16. (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships

    West Valley Logo

    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships, De Anza College, All Day

    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Swimming) Conference Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  17. Saturday Open House

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    Explore your future at West Valley College! Join us for Saturday Open House to learn about programs, connect with faculty and student support services, attend helpful workshops, and tour our beautiful campus.

    Free parking in Lots 3, 4, and 5.

    RSVP Today!

    Saturday Open House
    Date
    Location
    West Valley College
    Saturday Open House 9:30 AM, West Valley College
  18. The Sky Tonight

    Vintage star map with animal constellations and 'The Sky Tonight' text

    This live presentation will take you on a journey through our current night sky. You will learn about the current constellations and planets that are visible this time of the year.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    The Sky Tonight
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    The Sky Tonight 11:00 AM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  19. Bring Your Child to WVC Day!

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    Join us for our annual Bring Your Child to WVC Day! A day full of child fun where we’ll have: a bouncy castle, face painting, balloons, carnival games, Sam’s Chowder Mobile Food Truck, and more!

    RSVP today!

    Find more information on student parent resources on the Student Needs website.

    Bring Your Child to WVC Day!
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center Walkway
    Bring Your Child to WVC Day! 11:00 AM, Campus Center Walkway
  20. Our Violent Planet

    Volcanic plume rises over ocean at golden sunset as waves crash, illustrating Earth’s power vividly!

    Join us for a fulldome show about earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, earth, geology and continental drift followed by a look at recent seismic activity in California.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    Our Violent Planet
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    Our Violent Planet 12:30 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  21. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 7:30 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  22. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 2:00 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  23. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 7:30 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  24. Haircuts of Change

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    Free Haircuts for all WVC students! Start the semester feeling confident!

    Haircuts of Change
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    Haircuts of Change 10:00 AM, Kirkorian
  25. Selling the Dream Workshop

    selling the dream workshop with a portrait of Rick Huebsch

    Learn how to clearly describe the value of your business using simple techniques that hook your audience. Open to all students. Facilitated by Rick Huebsch, educator and entrepreneur. Read more details on the Entrepreneurship Center webpage.

    Selling the Dream Workshop
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Selling the Dream Workshop 3:00 PM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  26. (Baseball) West Valley at Cabrillo

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    (Baseball) West Valley at Cabrillo

    (Baseball) West Valley at Cabrillo
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Baseball) West Valley at Cabrillo 2:30 PM, Virtual Event
  27. (Softball) West Valley at San Jose

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    (Softball) West Valley at San Jose, Sophomore Day

    (Softball) West Valley at San Jose
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Softball) West Valley at San Jose 3:00 PM, Virtual Event
  28. (Women's Beach Volleyball) West Valley vs. TBD

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    (Women's Beach Volleyball) West Valley vs. TBD, Coast Conference Pairs Championship

    (Women's Beach Volleyball) West Valley vs. TBD
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Beach Volleyball) West Valley vs. TBD 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  29. Clothes Swap

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    Thrift for free! Come by and browse for casual, work and dressy clothes, shoes and accessories.
     

    Clothes Swap
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Clothes Swap 10:00 AM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  30. Coffee and Conversations with the Chancellor

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    The Chancellor invites faculty, staff, and students to connect.

    Join us for an open and welcoming dialogue.

    • Share your thoughts and ideas
    • Ask questions
    • Hear campus updates directly from the Chancellor
    Coffee and patries will be provided.

    Join the conversation — your voice matters.

    Coffee and Conversations with the Chancellor
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center | CC
    Coffee and Conversations with the Chancellor 10:30 AM, Campus Center | CC
  31. SJSU Signing Day

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    Admitted students - join San Jose State to submit your intent to enroll, connect with student resources, and celebrate your transfer achievement!

    SJSU Signing Day
    Date
    Location
    Student Services Center | SSC
    SJSU Signing Day 11:00 AM, Student Services Center | SSC
  32. WVC Brand Refresh Launch Party

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    Big Reveal. Big Energy.

    Join us as West Valley College unveils its new look—featuring bold school colors, updated designs, and fresh new materials across campus. Enjoy free boba, paletas, limited-edition WVC gear, and fun activities. Come early, grab your merch, and be part of the celebration.

    Open to all.

    WVC Brand Refresh Launch Party
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    WVC Brand Refresh Launch Party 12:00 PM, Kirkorian
  33. Earth Day Celebration

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    Join us in honoring our planet on Earth Day! Learn more about your carbon footprint and how you can be a better citizen of the Earth. Enjoy FREE merch and other complimentaries!

    Earth Day Celebration
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center Walkway
    Earth Day Celebration 12:00 PM, Campus Center Walkway
  34. Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students

    Free classes for high school students

    Want to learn more about taking a Community College class?

    Join the Outreach Team to learn about the benefits of enrolling at West Valley College, get step-by-step guidance through the application process, and hear helpful tips to get started. For questions, please email [email protected].

    RSVP Here for an Email Reminder.

    Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students 6:00 PM, Virtual
  35. (Baseball) West Valley at Ohlone

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    (Baseball) West Valley at Ohlone

    (Baseball) West Valley at Ohlone
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Baseball) West Valley at Ohlone 2:30 PM, Virtual Event
  36. Asian American Pacific Islander Student Union Club Meeting

    light blue and yellow logo for asian american pacific islander student union with a lotus in the center

    West Valley's Asian American Pacific Islander Student Union will be having our next general meeting of the semester this Thursday, April 23, in FOX 102 from 3-4 p.m. Join us for FREE Asian snacks and drinks while we cover the history and significance of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage month.

    Asian American Pacific Islander Student Union Club Meeting
    Date
    Location
    Fox Center | FOX
    Asian American Pacific Islander Student Union Club Meeting 3:00 PM, Fox Center | FOX
  37. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 7:30 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  38. Undocu Ally Training (Staff & Faculty)

    Graphic with monarch butterflies surrounding the text ‘For Faculty, Staff, and Administration: Undocu Advocate Training.

    Join us for a dynamic session on transforming our campus into a powerhouse of support for undocumented and mixed-status students! Discover strategies that will revolutionize how we serve our community - from classrooms to offices and beyond. We're breaking down walls, building bridges, and creating an unstoppable network of support alongside our incredible Dream Resource Liaison.

    Get ready to be part of this exciting movement as we unite across departments to become UndocuReady Together! Your participation will help create a more vibrant, inclusive, and empowering environment for our undocumented community. Don't miss this chance to be part of the change!


    If you have any questions, please contact Samantha Hernandez -[email protected] Undocu Liaison. 

    RSVP Today!

    Undocu Ally Training (Staff & Faculty)
    Date
    Location
    Fox Center | FOX
    Undocu Ally Training (Staff & Faculty) 12:00 PM, Fox Center | FOX
  39. The Sky Tonight

    Vintage star map with animal constellations and 'The Sky Tonight' text

    This live presentation will take you on a journey through our current night sky. You will learn about the current constellations and planets that are visible this time of the year.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    The Sky Tonight
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    The Sky Tonight 6:00 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  40. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 7:30 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  41. We Are Stars

    “We Are Stars” with glowing, cosmic background

    Join us for a brief tour of the night sky followed by fulldome program where we explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins. We will connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe by following the formation of Hydrogen atoms to the synthesis of Carbon, and the molecules for life.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    We Are Stars
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    We Are Stars 7:30 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  42. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 7:30 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  43. Sense and Sensibility

    Floral poster with pink and yellow peonies framing the title ‘Sense and Sensibility’ and show dates for West Valley College.

    West Valley College Performing Arts Department Presents

    Sense and Sensibility
    Adapted by Kate Hamill
    Spring 2026 Production Directed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale
    Genre: Regency-era Period Drama


    A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh female voice, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. SENSE AND SENSIBILITY examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

    Show Times:

    April 19, 25, 26 | 2 PM
    April 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 | 8 PM

    Sense and Sensibility
    Date
    Location
    Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
    Sense and Sensibility 2:00 PM, Language Arts and Social Sciences | LASS
  44. Know Your Rights

    know your rights workshop

    Join us for an informative session designed to help students understand their rights, access resources and feel empowered!

    Know Your Rights
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    Know Your Rights 12:00 PM, Kirkorian
  45. WVCS Park-It Market (Mobile Pantry)

    park it market graphic

    Need groceries? Stop by our Mobile Food Pantry and grab FREE fresh produce and pantry staples—no cost, no questions, just support. Open to all students while supplies last.

    WVCS Park-It Market (Mobile Pantry)
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    WVCS Park-It Market (Mobile Pantry) 1:45 PM, Virtual Event
  46. Business Pitch Practice and Feedback Session

    Business Pitch Practice and Feedback Session

    Prepare for the business pitch competition with run-throughs and feedback from mentors. This event is also open to students who do not want to participate in the final competition but want to get feedback. Read more details on the Entrepreneurship Center website.

    Business Pitch Practice and Feedback Session
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Business Pitch Practice and Feedback Session 3:00 PM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  47. Grad Fair 1

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    Your one-stop shop for everything Commencement!

    Join us at Grad Fair to sign up for Commencement, pick up graduation regalia, and more. Light refreshments provided.

    For more information, visit the Commencement webpage.

    Grad Fair 1
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    Grad Fair 1 10:00 AM, Kirkorian
  48. Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026

    Graphic promoting West Valley College next steps for seniors and parents, highlighting two years free college and transfer options, with a laptop.

    Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) and their families are invited to attend this virtual information session to learn how to successfully enroll at West Valley College after graduation. This session is designed to guide students through the next steps in the college enrollment process and help them understand the resources available to support their success during their first year of college.

    During this session, we will review key topics including:

    • The West Valley College application process
    • Student support programs and learning communities available on campus
    • Information about the Free Universal Meal Plan
    • Community Grant requirements for free tuition eligibility
    • Understanding transfer pathways to four-year universities

    This session will help students and families feel more confident about the transition from high school to college and ensure students are prepared to complete the necessary steps to enroll and begin their college journey.

    Join us virtually:
    Zoom ID: 563 045 8317

    RSVP:
    https://forms.office.com/r/ZW1iD3UvA3

    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026 6:00 PM, Virtual
  49. (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships

    West Valley Logo

    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships, Orange Coast College, All Day

    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  50. Mini Pride

    West Valley Logo

    Join the Pride Center for a day of queer joy in the Kirkorian Pavilion.

    • 10 a.m. - WVC Jazz Combo
    • 11 a.m. - Drag Show
    • Noon - Lunch
    • 12:30 p.m. - WVC Chamber Singers
    • 1 p.m. - Drag Show.

    We will have even more resources and activities for you to explore!

    Mini Pride
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Mini Pride 10:00 AM, Virtual Event
  51. (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships

    West Valley Logo

    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships, Orange Coast College, All Day

    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  52. Hakone Estate & Gardens Field Trip

    Promotional graphic for a Hakone Estate & Gardens field trip, showing a serene Japanese garden with rocks, trees, and a modern pavilion.

    Tour of Hakone Estate & Gardens, witness a tea ceremony and observe a kimono wearing demonstration. Limited space available for this field trip, so register today!

    Hakone Estate & Gardens Field Trip
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Hakone Estate & Gardens Field Trip 9:45 AM, Virtual Event
  53. (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships

    West Valley Logo

    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships, Orange Coast College, All Day

    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    (Women's Swimming) 3C2A State Championships 12:00 AM, Virtual Event
  54. The Sky Tonight

    Vintage star map with animal constellations and 'The Sky Tonight' text

    This live presentation will take you on a journey through our current night sky. You will learn about the current constellations and planets that are visible this time of the year.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    The Sky Tonight
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    The Sky Tonight 11:00 AM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  55. Astronaut

    Astronaut floating in space, reaching forward

    Join us for a program about the exploration of space and the greatest endeavour that humankind has ever undertaken. Astronaut is a fulldome show that explores what it takes to become an astronaut. We will also take brief look at scheduled manned missions to space.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    Astronaut
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    Astronaut 12:30 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  56. Business Pitch Competition

    business pitch competition

    Competition date to pitch for funding to start or support your small business! Present a pitch for up to a $5,000 grant for your small business. Apply to pitch by April 15, 2026. Read more details on the Entrepreneurship Center webpage.

    Business Pitch Competition
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Business Pitch Competition 2:00 PM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  57. Grad Fair 2 and Portraits

    Graphic advertising grad fair events

    Your one-stop shop for everything Commencement!

    Join us at Grad Fair to sign up for Commencement, pick up graduation regalia, and take graduation photos. Light refreshments provided.

    For more information, visit the Commencement webpage.

    Grad Fair 2 and Portraits
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    Grad Fair 2 and Portraits 1:00 PM, Kirkorian
  58. Voice Class Recital

    grand piano on stage

    Voice Class Recital
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Voice Class Recital 7:00 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  59. Celebrando Nuestra Excelencia

    west valley college logo with a colorful butterfly on the letter w

    Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our West Valley College Latine/a/o/x and Hispanic students.

    Celebrando Nuestra Excelencia
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center | CC
    Celebrando Nuestra Excelencia 6:00 PM, Campus Center | CC
  60. Jazz Band Spring Concert

    saxophone player graphic

    Location TBD.

    Jazz Band Spring Concert
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Jazz Band Spring Concert 7:30 PM, Virtual Event
  61. The Sky Tonight

    Vintage star map with animal constellations and 'The Sky Tonight' text

    This live presentation will take you on a journey through our current night sky. You will learn about the current constellations and planets that are visible this time of the year.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    The Sky Tonight
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    The Sky Tonight 6:00 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  62. Dona Nobis Pacem

    grand piano on stage

    Choral and Orchestral Concert Winchester Orchestra, Concert Choir and Resounding Achord.

    Address: 
    Campbell United Methodist Church
    1675 Winchester Blvd, Campbell, CA 95008

    Dona Nobis Pacem
    Date
    Location
    Campbell United Methodist Church
    Dona Nobis Pacem 7:30 PM, Campbell United Methodist Church
  63. Our Violent Planet

    Volcanic plume rises over ocean at golden sunset as waves crash, illustrating Earth’s power vividly!

    Join us for a fulldome show about earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, earth, geology and continental drift followed by a look at recent seismic activity in California.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    Our Violent Planet
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    Our Violent Planet 7:30 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  64. Of Love and Ruin

    grand piano on stage

    Symphonic Band Concert. Location TBD.

    Of Love and Ruin
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Of Love and Ruin 7:30 PM, Virtual Event
  65. Haircuts of Change

    student needs haircuts of change

    Free Haircuts for all WVC students! Start the semester feeling confident!

    Haircuts of Change
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    Haircuts of Change 10:00 AM, Kirkorian
  66. Rockstar

    West Valley Logo

    Location TBD.

    Rockstar
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Rockstar 11:15 AM, Virtual Event
  67. WVCS Park-It Market (Mobile Pantry)

    park it market graphic

    Need groceries? Stop by our Mobile Food Pantry and grab FREE fresh produce and pantry staples—no cost, no questions, just support. Open to all students while supplies last.

    WVCS Park-It Market (Mobile Pantry)
    Date
    Location
    Campus Center | CC
    WVCS Park-It Market (Mobile Pantry) 1:45 PM, Campus Center | CC
  68. Improv Show

    West Valley Logo

    Improv Show
    Date
    Location
    Theater | ART
    Improv Show 2:15 PM, Theater | ART
  69. Applied Jazz Recital

    saxophone player graphic

    Applied Jazz Recital
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Applied Jazz Recital 7:00 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  70. Rockstar

    West Valley Logo

    Location TBD.

    Rockstar
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Rockstar 7:00 PM, Virtual Event
  71. Applied Jazz Recital

    saxophone player graphic

    Applied Jazz Recital
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Applied Jazz Recital 7:00 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  72. Rockstar

    West Valley Logo

    Location TBD.

    Rockstar
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Rockstar 11:15 AM, Virtual Event
  73. Improv Show

    West Valley Logo

    Improv Show
    Date
    Location
    Theater | ART
    Improv Show 2:15 PM, Theater | ART
  74. Applied Instrumental Recital

    grand piano on stage

    Applied Instrumental Recital
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Applied Instrumental Recital 4:30 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  75. Transfer Celebration

    West Valley Logo

    Join us as we celebrate our students who are transferring to 4-year universities this fall. Students will receive a transfer certificate and gift. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP by Monday, May 4.

    Transfer Celebration
    Date
    Location
    Cilker Grass Area
    Transfer Celebration 5:30 PM, Cilker Grass Area
  76. Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026

    Graphic promoting West Valley College next steps for seniors and parents, highlighting two years free college and transfer options, with a laptop.

    Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) and their families are invited to attend this virtual information session to learn how to successfully enroll at West Valley College after graduation. This session is designed to guide students through the next steps in the college enrollment process and help them understand the resources available to support their success during their first year of college.

    During this session, we will review key topics including:

    • The West Valley College application process
    • Student support programs and learning communities available on campus
    • Information about the Free Universal Meal Plan
    • Community Grant requirements for free tuition eligibility
    • Understanding transfer pathways to four-year universities

    This session will help students and families feel more confident about the transition from high school to college and ensure students are prepared to complete the necessary steps to enroll and begin their college journey.

    Join us virtually:
    Zoom ID: 563 045 8317

    RSVP:
    https://forms.office.com/r/ZW1iD3UvA3

    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026 6:00 PM, Virtual
  77. Rockstar

    West Valley Logo

    Location TBD.

    Rockstar
    Date
    Location
    Virtual Event
    Rockstar 7:00 PM, Virtual Event
  78. Jazz Combo Concert

    saxophone player graphic

    Jazz Combo Concert
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Jazz Combo Concert 7:30 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  79. Jazz Under the Stars | STEAM'D Fest Featured Event

    Poster for “Jazz Under the Stars” STEAM’d Fest event with galaxy background and jazz instruments

    Join us as we feature live jazz music performed by students of the WVC music program under the stars of the Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme planetarium featuring “astronomical” tunes including Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars, Fly Me to the Moon, When You Wish Upon a Star, etc.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus. Learn more about STEAM'D Fest (May 14-16, 2026).

    Jazz Under the Stars | STEAM'D Fest Featured Event
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    Jazz Under the Stars | STEAM'D Fest Featured Event 6:00 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  80. The Sky Tonight

    Vintage star map with animal constellations and 'The Sky Tonight' text

    This live presentation will take you on a journey through our current night sky. You will learn about the current constellations and planets that are visible this time of the year.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    The Sky Tonight
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    The Sky Tonight 12:00 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  81. Big Astronomy

    Mountain observatory with multiple white telescope domes under a clear sky

    Join us for a brief introduction to the night sky followed by the fulldome program Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries which highlights the diverse people who enable discoveries at world-class observatories in Chile.

    Tickets are sold through Ludus.

    Big Astronomy
    Date
    Location
    Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
    Big Astronomy 3:00 PM, Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium
  82. Cilker Art and Design EXPO: Dance Caravan

    women dancing in white dresses

    Cilker Art and Design EXPO: Dance Caravan
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Cilker Art and Design EXPO: Dance Caravan 3:30 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  83. Cilker Art and Design EXPO: Dance Caravan

    women dancing in white dresses

    Cilker Art and Design EXPO: Dance Caravan
    Date
    Location
    Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
    Cilker Art and Design EXPO: Dance Caravan 7:30 PM, Cilker School of Art & Design | CIL
  84. Haircuts of Change

    student needs haircuts of change

    Free Haircuts for all WVC students! Start the semester feeling confident!

    Haircuts of Change
    Date
    Location
    Kirkorian
    Haircuts of Change 10:00 AM, Kirkorian
  85. Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students

    Free classes for high school students

    Want to learn more about taking a Community College class?

    Join the Outreach Team to learn about the benefits of enrolling at West Valley College, get step-by-step guidance through the application process, and hear helpful tips to get started. For questions, please email [email protected].

    RSVP Here for an Email Reminder.

    Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students 6:00 PM, Virtual
  86. 2026 Commencement Ceremony

    West Valley Logo

    Celebrating students receiving degrees, certificates and transferring.

    This is an in-person event.

    Location Address:
    San Jose Civic
    135 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113

    2026 Commencement Ceremony
    Date
    Location
    San Jose Civic
    2026 Commencement Ceremony 5:30 PM, San Jose Civic
  87. Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026

    Graphic promoting West Valley College next steps for seniors and parents, highlighting two years free college and transfer options, with a laptop.

    Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) and their families are invited to attend this virtual information session to learn how to successfully enroll at West Valley College after graduation. This session is designed to guide students through the next steps in the college enrollment process and help them understand the resources available to support their success during their first year of college.

    During this session, we will review key topics including:

    • The West Valley College application process
    • Student support programs and learning communities available on campus
    • Information about the Free Universal Meal Plan
    • Community Grant requirements for free tuition eligibility
    • Understanding transfer pathways to four-year universities

    This session will help students and families feel more confident about the transition from high school to college and ensure students are prepared to complete the necessary steps to enroll and begin their college journey.

    Join us virtually:
    Zoom ID: 563 045 8317

    RSVP:
    https://forms.office.com/r/ZW1iD3UvA3

    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026 5:00 PM, Virtual
  88. Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026

    Graphic promoting West Valley College next steps for seniors and parents, highlighting two years free college and transfer options, with a laptop.

    Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) and their families are invited to attend this virtual information session to learn how to successfully enroll at West Valley College after graduation. This session is designed to guide students through the next steps in the college enrollment process and help them understand the resources available to support their success during their first year of college.

    During this session, we will review key topics including:

    • The West Valley College application process
    • Student support programs and learning communities available on campus
    • Information about the Free Universal Meal Plan
    • Community Grant requirements for free tuition eligibility
    • Understanding transfer pathways to four-year universities

    This session will help students and families feel more confident about the transition from high school to college and ensure students are prepared to complete the necessary steps to enroll and begin their college journey.

    Join us virtually:
    Zoom ID: 563 045 8317

    RSVP:
    https://forms.office.com/r/ZW1iD3UvA3

    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026 5:00 PM, Virtual
  89. Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students

    Free classes for high school students

    Want to learn more about taking a Community College class?

    Join the Outreach Team to learn about the benefits of enrolling at West Valley College, get step-by-step guidance through the application process, and hear helpful tips to get started. For questions, please email [email protected].

    RSVP Here for an Email Reminder.

    Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Concurrent Enrollment Workshop | Free College Classes for High School Students 5:00 PM, Virtual
  90. Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026

    Graphic promoting West Valley College next steps for seniors and parents, highlighting two years free college and transfer options, with a laptop.

    Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) and their families are invited to attend this virtual information session to learn how to successfully enroll at West Valley College after graduation. This session is designed to guide students through the next steps in the college enrollment process and help them understand the resources available to support their success during their first year of college.

    During this session, we will review key topics including:

    • The West Valley College application process
    • Student support programs and learning communities available on campus
    • Information about the Free Universal Meal Plan
    • Community Grant requirements for free tuition eligibility
    • Understanding transfer pathways to four-year universities

    This session will help students and families feel more confident about the transition from high school to college and ensure students are prepared to complete the necessary steps to enroll and begin their college journey.

    Join us virtually:
    Zoom ID: 563 045 8317

    RSVP:
    https://forms.office.com/r/ZW1iD3UvA3

    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026
    Date
    Location
    Virtual
    Next Steps Workshop for Seniors/Class of 2026 5:00 PM, Virtual
  91. Summer Bridge

    West Valley Logo

    Summer Bridge helps incoming students prepare for college by building community, connecting with campus resources, and learning the skills needed for a successful start at West Valley College.

    Summer Bridge
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Summer Bridge 8:30 AM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  92. Summer Bridge

    West Valley Logo

    Summer Bridge helps incoming students prepare for college by building community, connecting with campus resources, and learning the skills needed for a successful start at West Valley College.

    Summer Bridge
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Summer Bridge 8:30 AM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  93. Summer Bridge

    West Valley Logo

    Summer Bridge helps incoming students prepare for college by building community, connecting with campus resources, and learning the skills needed for a successful start at West Valley College.

    Summer Bridge
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Summer Bridge 8:30 AM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  94. Summer Bridge

    West Valley Logo

    Summer Bridge helps incoming students prepare for college by building community, connecting with campus resources, and learning the skills needed for a successful start at West Valley College.

    Summer Bridge
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Summer Bridge 8:30 AM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
  95. Summer Bridge

    West Valley Logo

    Summer Bridge helps incoming students prepare for college by building community, connecting with campus resources, and learning the skills needed for a successful start at West Valley College.

    Summer Bridge
    Date
    Location
    Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
    Summer Bridge 8:30 AM, Che School of Professional Studies | CHE
 

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