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August 26, 2009
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Important notice about fee increase
Due to a recent State budget decision, California Community College enrollment fees have been increased from $20 to $26 per unit effective immediately for the fall 2009 term.  Find out more, or learn how Financial Aid can help.

Important dates
August 28 - Last day to add full-term course; Last day to drop a full-term course and be eligible for a refund of fees

September 2 - A.A./A.S. degree or certificate filing period begins

September 5-7 - Holiday - Labor Day - college closed

September 11 - Last day to drop full-term course without a "W" appearing on transcript; Last day to request P/NP option for full-term course

September 25 - Holiday - Native American Day - college closed (Saturday classes are in session)

 Twitter with DVC
Don't miss another important deadline.  Stay connected with us:  twitter.com/DVC_updates
What's New at DVC
Visit What's New at DVC and the events calendar for the latest.

Fall 2009 schedule available online

Don't miss our Courses to Consider section.
In this issue
Important notice about fee increase
Important dates
Twitter with DVC
Student Ambassadors
Career and Employment Services
Financial Aid
DVC Foundation
Student Services
Transfer Center
San Ramon Valley campus news
Scholarship office
Student Life office
The Inquirer
Viking Athletics
DVC Rugby Club
New smoking policy
Campus Alert System
Police services student tip line
Our mission statement
Join Our Mailing List!
Quick links
DVC Student Ambassadors
Student Ambassador applications available now
Students interested in applying for a 2009-10 DVC Student Ambassador position can submit applications now through September 18.   Student Ambassadors assist with high school and middle school outreach programs, provide campus tours and assist new students with the application and enrollment process.   Positions are available at both the San Ramon and Pleasant Hill campuses.  For more information, including a complete job description, list of qualifications and an application packet, visit www.dvc.edu/ambassadors.  Applications also available at the Information Center or SRC Student Services.
Career and Employment Services
Career and Employment Services Need units? COOP  is open!  Earn units for your full or part-time work.  Download and complete an application today.  Last day to register is Friday, August 28. 

Questions? Give us a call, email or stop by Career and Employment Services, SSC-138, 925-685-1230 ext. 2435.
Financial Aid
It's not too late!!! You can still apply for financial aid this semester. Please visit the Financial Aid Office or our website to receive more information.

We have also joined the blogging world. To receive financial aid news and tips please visit our blog at dvcfinaid.wordpress.com!

Drop-in hours are available with DVC's financial aid staff at the San Ramon Valley Campus.  Drop-in schedule.
DVC Foundation
D V C Foundation Show your Viking spirit and win a $5000 scholarship! 

Register for the first annual DVC Viking Longboat Regatta.
For more information go to www.dvcboatrace.com
Student Services
Please note the updated hours for student services during the fall 2009 semester.  Due to reductions in state funding to major student services areas, please note that evening services, by and large, have been reduced to two nights (Tuesday and Wednesday) per week.
Transfer Center
Transfer CenterUrgent transfer update!  The California State University (CSU) system has implemented a system-wide closure for winter/spring 2010 and will not be accepting applications; however, CSU Bakersfield and CSU East Bay may accept applications on an exception basis for certain majors.  Please contact a DVC counselor for further information and course planning to prepare for fall 2010 transfer.

Visit the Transfer Center announcements page for more important information or stop by the Transfer Center.
San Ramon Valley campus news
San Ramon Valley Campus Tutoring - Math lab, reading and writing lab, biology and chemistry tutoring are now available. Stop by and get your questions answered!   Nutrition tutoring will be available soon.
 
CSUEB - Transferring to CSU East Bay?  Make your appointment with Annie Chandler and explore the possibilities!

SRC offers more choices for getting involved!  
Join Associated Students of DVC (ASDVC) - your student government!  Attend an information session and pick up a petition at SRC.  For more information, go to the event calendar and search for SRC ASDVC Information Sessions.

Want to start a new club?  Come to the How to Start a Club workshops at SRC.  For dates and times, go to the event calendar and search for SRC How to Start a Club.

Find out more about all student organizations at the SRC Student Organization Fair!  Wednesday, September 2 from 4:30-6 p.m. and Thursday, September 3 from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Learning Commons.  For more information or to participate, email Yvonne Canada at [email protected].
 
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on September 9 from 12:30-2 p.m.  Join us as we welcome La Raza, 93.3 FM, and enjoy art, food and music in the Learning Commons.
Scholarship office
STARS Online application period Scholarships are available for DVC students who are new to or are continuing at DVC or transferring to a four-year college or university fall 2010.  A single application with two letters of recommendation qualify for multiple scholarships.

The application period is November 1, 2009 through noon on February 2, 2010.  Stop by the DVC Scholarship office in the Student Services Center for other scholarship opportunities.
Student Life office
A S D V C Club Day Have you considered serving on the ASDVC Board or starting a new club? Please be sure to visit the Student Life event calendar for a list of available information sessions.
 
If you are considering joining a club, be sure to attend the Club Days on September 8 and 9 from 11 a.m-2 p.m.!

The Inquirer
The Inquirer Join The Inquirer, DVC's award-winning student newspaper! That's where Contra Costa Times columnist Tony Hicks got his start, and so can you.

Journalism 126 (Newspaper Production) turns mere students into formidable reporters, photographers, page designers and multimedia storytellers. And if business is your gig, then consider signing on as our business or ad manager. Check us out in print or online at www.theinquireronline.com

For more information, come by the Inquirer lab (H-102) or write faculty adviser Jean Dickinson at [email protected].

Viking Athletics
Viking Athletics
For great family fun and entertainment -- support Viking athletics this fall.  There are 39 home events.  Click here for list of fall home events.
DVC Rugby Club
Have you heard about Rugby but never took the time to explore this amazing sport?   We'll teach you how to play, recreationally or competitively.
 
Have you played rugby before, for fun or in a league?   Come make history with us as we form a team that will play competitively for years to come.

For more info:  Join us on Facebook: DVC Rugby Club
or contact Daniel Weinberg, [email protected] or 925-395-8656
New smoking policy
Effective August 14, 2009, the DVC campus is smoke-free.   Smoking is permitted in the parking lots only.  DVC's smoking policy
Campus Alert System
$20tuition Your attention please...

A loud siren will be heard throughout the DVC campuses on Wednesday, September 2nd at 11 a.m.

This will be a test of our Campus Alert System, which will sound on the first Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m.  There is nothing you need to do during a siren test.

In the event of an actual emergency or crisis situation, the siren sound will continue for three minutes. Students and all campus personnel will be instructed to Shelter, Shut, and Listen.

For more details, please visit the Contra Costa Community College District website at www.4cd.net/alert/.
Police Services
Contra Costa Community College District Police DepartmentPolice Services silent witness tip line.
Students, faculty and staff can call 925-685-1230 ext. 1999 to provide information without having to leave any personal information.

For more information in case of emergency:
Contra Costa Community College District Police Services

Police Services on the Pleasant Hill campus is located in the Northwest corner of Lot 1.  If you are having trouble locating us, please contact our office, at 925-685-1230 ext. 2338, 2339 or (925) 686-5547 and we can have a Police Aide Escort you there.
Our mission statement
DVC's complete mission statement
Diablo Valley College (DVC) is passionately committed to student leaming through the intellectual, scientific, artistic, psychological, and ethical development of its diverse student body. DVC prepares students for transfer to four-year universities; provides career and technical education; supports the economic development of the region; offers pre-collegiate programs; and promotes personal growth and lifelong leaming.