Join West Valley College, employers, industry leaders, nonprofits, and public agencies to explore innovative partnerships that support student success and meet the evolving needs of today's workforce. Learn about opportunities to connect with students through internships, job shadows, workplace visits, career panels, and other work-based learning experiences, while sharing your insights on workforce trends and industry needs.

As one of only six community colleges nationwide selected to participate in a nationally recognized work-based learning initiative, West Valley College is helping shape the future of education-industry partnerships.

For more information, visit the Associated Students of West Valley College page.

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

EOPS is hosting a 5-day Financial literacy series. The dates are 09/21, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, and finally 10/14. All sessions will be held in the EOPS office lounge from 3:30-5:00 p.m. This financial literacy series provides a practical foundation in personal finance, covering essential topics such as banking, inflation, budgeting, saving, borrowing, and investing.

Participants will learn how to manage money effectively, make informed decisions about loans and housing, and build long-term wealth through investment strategies and retirement accounts. By the end of the series, attendees will have the knowledge and tools needed to create a financial plan, prepare for retirement, and achieve greater financial security. Everyone is welcomed! Please RSVP if you are planning on attending tinyurl.com/FAERQR. For more information, contact the EOPS Office at 408-741-2023.

Join us for an inspiring experience where music, technology, and meaningful stories come together.

For five years, country musician Nick Tayler and songwriter Henry Evans have created music together from across the country. On Oct. 15, they will finally meet in person for the first time, right here at West Valley College.

West Valley College and the College of Adaptive Arts (CAA) will celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with “2 Voices. 2 Visions. One Unforgettable Experience,” two free concerts showcasing music, technology and the power of creative collaboration.

Free & open to the public. Please RSVP today at tinyurl.com/wvc-oct15 for your free ticket!

Event parking in Lot 5.

Made possible by a generous grant to College of Adaptive Arts for Inclusive Collegiate Partnerships from State Senator Dave Cortese - 2023

Disability Access Information: West Valley College is committed to providing disability-accessibleevents and activities. If you have a disability access need (e.g., enlarged print, wheelchair access,or need a sign language interpreter, etc.), please contact [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> prior to the event, preferably three days in advance to allow time for coordination.

Join us for an inspiring experience where music, technology, and meaningful stories come together.

For five years, country musician Nick Tayler and songwriter Henry Evans have created music together from across the country. On Oct. 15, they will finally meet in person for the first time, right here at West Valley College.

West Valley College and the College of Adaptive Arts (CAA) will celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with “2 Voices. 2 Visions. One Unforgettable Experience,” two free concerts showcasing music, technology and the power of creative collaboration.

Free & open to the public. Please RSVP today at tinyurl.com/wvc-oct15 for your free ticket!

Event parking in Lot 5.

Made possible by a generous grant to College of Adaptive Arts for Inclusive Collegiate Partnerships from State Senator Dave Cortese - 2023

Disability Access Information: West Valley College is committed to providing disability-accessibleevents and activities. If you have a disability access need (e.g., enlarged print, wheelchair access,or need a sign language interpreter, etc.), please contact [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> prior to the event, preferably three days in advance to allow time for coordination.

Juventud Rising: Student Summit is a college access, career exploration, and leadership development event for local high school students. Through interactive workshops, student panels, and engaging presentations, students will explore pathways to higher education and learn about careers in health, public service, law, STEM, architecture, and design while discovering opportunities that align with their interests, strengths, and future goals.

This event is free and open to high school students.

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

FREE haircuts for all West Valley College Students!

Book: "Senorita Mariposa" by Ben Gundersheimer

Reader: Sam Hernandez, Director of Student Needs

Schedule

3-3:15 p.m. | Book Reading
3:15-3:30 p.m. | Butterfly wing making activity

Connect with 40+ Colleges and Universities!

Meet with public, private & out-of-state college and university representatives to learn about your transfer opportunities! For more information on transferring events please visit, westvalley.edu/transfer-calendar.

Join Miss B and members of our Public Safety team for a casual meet-and-greet! Stop by, grab a snack, say hello and get to know the people (and pup!) helping keep our campus community safe. Join us from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Aguas Frescas
* Wednesday, November 11, 2026- Hot Chocolate
* Wednesday, February 10, 2027- Pizza
* Wednesday, March 3, 2027- Slushies
* Wednesday, April 21, 2027 - Fruit Cups

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

Take a deep breath and come relax with Miss B! Students, staff, and faculty are invited to stop by for a calming break filled with tail wags, cuddles, and positive vibes. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of puppy cuddles to get back on track. Join us from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Tuesday, September 29, 2026
* Tuesday, October 27, 2026
* Tuesday, November 24, 2026
* Tuesday, February 23, 2027
* Tuesday, March 23, 2027
* Tuesday, April 27, 2027

Book: "Gustavo, the Shy Ghost" by Flavia Z. Drago

Reader: Rosana Alvarez, Ethnic Studies Faculty

Schedule

3-3:15 p.m. | Book Reading
3:15-3:30 p.m. | TBA

Every fall, the West Valley College Drama Club produces an interactive screening of a popular movie, giving students the opportunity to perform alongside the film and engage the audience in a unique theatrical experience.

In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Elaborate dance numbers and rock songs reveal Frank-N-Furter’s latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky.”

Event parking is in Lot 7.
Cost: $10 donation at the door
$5 prop bag of goodies available for purchase.
Mature content. Not suitable for children under 18.

Every fall, the West Valley College Drama Club produces an interactive screening of a popular movie, giving students the opportunity to perform alongside the film and engage the audience in a unique theatrical experience.

In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Elaborate dance numbers and rock songs reveal Frank-N-Furter’s latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky.”

Event parking is in Lot 7.
Cost: $10 donation at the door
$5 prop bag of goodies available for purchase.
Mature content. Not suitable for children under 18.

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

Join Miss B and members of our Public Safety team for a casual meet-and-greet! Stop by, grab a snack, say hello and get to know the people (and pup!) helping keep our campus community safe. Join us from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Aguas Frescas
* Wednesday, November 11, 2026- Hot Chocolate
* Wednesday, February 10, 2027- Pizza
* Wednesday, March 3, 2027- Slushies
* Wednesday, April 21, 2027 - Fruit Cups

The High School Partners Breakfast is an annual relationship-building event that brings together high school counselors, administrators, partners, and West Valley College faculty and staff to strengthen partnerships that support student access and success.

The event provides an opportunity to share institutional updates, enrollment information, student support resources, and collaborative initiatives while recognizing the vital role high school partners play in preparing students for college.

Through networking, dialogue, and information sharing, this breakfast helps foster meaningful connections and aligns efforts to support students' successful transition from high school to West Valley College.

The High School Partners Breakfast was formerly known as the Counselor Breakfast.

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

FREE haircuts for all West Valley College Students!

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Teresa Veramendi

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

Take a deep breath and come relax with Miss B! Students, staff, and faculty are invited to stop by for a calming break filled with tail wags, cuddles, and positive vibes. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of puppy cuddles to get back on track. Join us from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Tuesday, September 29, 2026
* Tuesday, October 27, 2026
* Tuesday, November 24, 2026
* Tuesday, February 23, 2027
* Tuesday, March 23, 2027
* Tuesday, April 27, 2027

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

The Entrepreneurship Center and E-Club are co-hosting events every Monday this semester beginning at 3 p.m. in CHE 122/124.

Students can learn small business and professional skills through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and more. These events are free and open to all students, regardless of major or enrollment in specific classes. Students are welcome to attend one event or join us throughout the semester.

For event details and to RSVP, visit www.westvalley.edu/e-center.

Join Miss B and members of our Public Safety team for a casual meet-and-greet! Stop by, grab a snack, say hello and get to know the people (and pup!) helping keep our campus community safe. Join us from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Aguas Frescas
* Wednesday, November 11, 2026- Hot Chocolate
* Wednesday, February 10, 2027- Pizza
* Wednesday, March 3, 2027- Slushies
* Wednesday, April 21, 2027 - Fruit Cups

Take a deep breath and come relax with Miss B! Students, staff, and faculty are invited to stop by for a calming break filled with tail wags, cuddles, and positive vibes. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of puppy cuddles to get back on track. Join us from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Tuesday, September 29, 2026
* Tuesday, October 27, 2026
* Tuesday, November 24, 2026
* Tuesday, February 23, 2027
* Tuesday, March 23, 2027
* Tuesday, April 27, 2027

Join us for a high-energy campus celebration welcoming prospective, new, and returning students to West Valley College! The Spring Block Party features great food, a live DJ, and 50+ interactive tables highlighting academic programs, transfer and career pathways, student services, and hands-on activities.

Explore schools, majors and support programs, connect with faculty and staff, and learn about the resources that support your success—from internships and tutoring to identity centers and student life.

Join Miss B and members of our Public Safety team for a casual meet-and-greet! Stop by, grab a snack, say hello and get to know the people (and pup!) helping keep our campus community safe. Join us from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Aguas Frescas
* Wednesday, November 11, 2026- Hot Chocolate
* Wednesday, February 10, 2027- Pizza
* Wednesday, March 3, 2027- Slushies
* Wednesday, April 21, 2027 - Fruit Cups

Take a deep breath and come relax with Miss B! Students, staff, and faculty are invited to stop by for a calming break filled with tail wags, cuddles, and positive vibes. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of puppy cuddles to get back on track. Join us from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Tuesday, September 29, 2026
* Tuesday, October 27, 2026
* Tuesday, November 24, 2026
* Tuesday, February 23, 2027
* Tuesday, March 23, 2027
* Tuesday, April 27, 2027

Join Miss B and members of our Public Safety team for a casual meet-and-greet! Stop by, grab a snack, say hello and get to know the people (and pup!) helping keep our campus community safe. Join us from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Aguas Frescas
* Wednesday, November 11, 2026- Hot Chocolate
* Wednesday, February 10, 2027- Pizza
* Wednesday, March 3, 2027- Slushies
* Wednesday, April 21, 2027 - Fruit Cups

Take a deep breath and come relax with Miss B! Students, staff, and faculty are invited to stop by for a calming break filled with tail wags, cuddles, and positive vibes. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of puppy cuddles to get back on track. Join us from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Kirkorian on the following dates:

* Tuesday, September 29, 2026
* Tuesday, October 27, 2026
* Tuesday, November 24, 2026
* Tuesday, February 23, 2027
* Tuesday, March 23, 2027
* Tuesday, April 27, 2027