December 13-19 - Fall final exams schedule

December 21-January 2 - Winter recess - college closed

January 22, 2011 - Spring classes begin

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Spring 2011 searchable schedule is now online.

Don't miss our Courses to Consider section.

Check WebAdvisor for your spring registration dates.

Textbook rental reminder...the end of the semester is approaching, and if you rented textbooks they must be returned to the DVC Book Center by the rental due date of Dec. 17.

Buyback dates and times - Dec. 13- 17
Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 

The DVC Scholarship application filing period continues through February 2, 2011.

Scholarships are available for DVC students who are new, continuing, or transferring to a four-year college or university in fall 2011. One application plus two letters of recommendation can qualify you for multiple scholarships. Thousands of dollars are available through the DVC Scholarship Program. Stop by the DVC Scholarship Office in the Student Services Center for other scholarship opportunities.

Enroll now for CO-OP!  CO-OP 160, 170, 170A!

CO-OP is a course that supports your work/internship by providing you with skill development and academic units!  Students who participate in CO-OP see a 44% increase in earnings after graduation compared to those who don't take CO-OP.

Want to learn more?  Visit us online: www.dvc.edu/coop
Need a job?  Check out our online job board: www.dvc.edu/career
Other questions?  [email protected]; 925-685-1230 ext. 2206

Announcing the first annual O'Keefe Prize for Graphic Literature, open to all enrolled DVC students.  For submission guidelines, judging considerations and info go to www.dvc.edu/OKeefePrize Contest deadline is Dec. 14 at 4 p.m.

Are you interested in becoming a math or science teacher at the secondary level? Want to gain experience working in a classroom environment? The Educational Talent Search Program at DVC seeks Teacher Assistants (TA) for spring and summer 2011.

Teacher Assistants are needed to work with local middle and high school students. Students interested in being a TA should contact Jackie Castellano at [email protected].

The Transfer Center wishes you success on your finals and happy holidays! Congratulations to all who submitted university applications for fall 2011.

By joining the DVC Alumni Association you have the opportunity to stay connected to the college community. Membership is free. Visit www.dvc.edu/alumni for more information.