Valley Life

May 212 min read

Valley’s EOPS Program Excels at Counseling First-Time Students to Succeed

First generation students are able to receive benefits, counseling and cash through EOPS. By: Sara Lemon, Staff Writer A $450 grant, $600...

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May 202 min read

Art Gallery Hosts Student Invitational

The opening reception for the LAVC art student invitational exhibit presented student art in an elegant setting. By: Katherine OBrien...

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May 202 min read

BuildLACCD Paid Internship Program is Accepting Applications

The program reaches across sectors and positions are currently open to LACCD students. Katherine OBrien Field, Copy Editor The Los...

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May 152 min read

Student-led Volleyball Team is a Net Gain for Valley

Victoria Tellez did not dig that Valley College lacked a volleyball team, so she started her own club. By: Lamonta Amos, Staff Writer...

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May 142 min read

Media Arts Department Celebrates Student Films

Some of Valley's young visual storytellers can now call themselves award-winning filmmakers. By Natalie Gazazian, Staff Writer Student...

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May 102 min read

Valley's MEC Program Opens its Doors to the Future of Engineering and Tech

The engineering program at Valley hosted an open house to help students explore engineering and technology pathways. By: Kaia Mann,...

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May 62 min read

Polyglot Professor Shows a Passion for Language

Jaklin Yermian brings her passion for teaching and learning to Valley College By: Hilary Van Hoose, Special to The Star Valley’s...

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May 62 min read

Red Cross Bus Gets its Fill

Monarchs donate blood faster with RAPIDPASS. By: Sara Lemon, Staff Writer The American Red Cross Mobile Bus arrived at Valley College on...

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May 62 min read

ASU Upgrades Tech and Constitution

Members of the ASU discussed budgets and adopted new rules for their constitution. By: Maïa Richaud, Valley Life Editor Two projects...

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Mar 233 min read

Scaling new heights: an unstoppable pursuit of passion

Resilience meets dedication in a triumphant return to the climbing wall. By Milan Rafaelov, Editor-in-Chief Seventeen-year-old Jacob...

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Mar 182 min read

2024 Cybersecurity Summit welcomes students and experts

Valley hosts Cybersecurity Workforce Development and Education Summit to help connect students to experts. By Katherine OBrien Field,...

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Mar 182 min read

Valley is where the theater department roams

The Valley theater department puts on Mr. Burns A Post Electric Play amidst ongoing displacement. By Kaia Mann, Opinion Editor (L-R)...

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Mar 112 min read

Boutique opens for students

Valley College students experiencing basic need insecurity can now access free clothing and hygiene products at the Unity Center. By Maïa...

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Jan 303 min read

Former rock ‘n’ roller James Morris hits all the right notes at Valley College

The broadcasting instructor's well-rounded career gives his students real-world experience. By Star Eisenberg, Editor-in-Chief James...

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Dec 7, 20233 min read

Free speech part of students' rights

Free speech, grade grievance, and safety makes list of students' rights. By Opinions Editor Kenya Harris Open free speech space located...

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Dec 7, 20232 min read

Galeana makes a home at Valley

TRiO's Eduardo Galeana fights for first-generation students, something he experienced first-hand throughout his journey. By Kaia Mann,...

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Nov 10, 20232 min read

From college football player to visionary counselor

Elliott Coney’s commitment to serving the African-American community is reshaping the campus Opinions Editor, Asher Miles Elliot R....

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Nov 10, 20232 min read

Asylum presentation sheds light on DACA

Students learn how to file for and maintain their status. By Kenya Harris, Opinion Editor (L-R) Yixuan Liu, JD/LLM, listens to questions...

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Nov 7, 20232 min read

ASU finance agenda

The Associated Student Union votes on how to spend its budget By Milan Rafaelov, editor-in-chief The ASU held its bi-weekly committee...

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Nov 7, 20231 min read

Lights, Camera, Action?

A fallen stage light attachment bar in Monarch Hall needs replacement. Katherine O'Brien Field Copy Editor A 25-foot-long light...

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Nov 7, 20232 min read

Media Arts students show off their filmmaking skills in latest showcase

The Media Arts Showcase returns to campus and shows efforts of student filmmakers By Mike Diaz, Staff Writer The Media Arts 2023 Fall...

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Nov 6, 20231 min read

BRIEF: Valley’s ASU triumphs at LACCD competition

Staff Writers, Maïa Richaud and Morgan Bertsch (Photo courtesy of ASU) The Associated Student Union won first prize for the LACCD...

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Nov 6, 20233 min read

Valley Star staff hauls in awards at JACC

Former and current members received 15 awards at the contest held at CSUN By Maïa Richaud, Staff Writer Lilliana Noriega is a first year...

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Nov 6, 20232 min read

The pride flag raised on campus for the second time on Coming Out Day

Students and speakers unite to celebrate and support each other By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor President of the Pride + Student...

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Oct 30, 20232 min read

Creating wearable art with Dakota Noot

The artist held a workshop showcasing art and teaching students how to create face masks By Jasmine Alejandre Dakota Noot hosted a...

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Oct 23, 20232 min read

Pronouns are universal

Los Angeles Valley College embraces International Pronoun Day By Maxine Ibrahim, Staff Writer The Rainbow Pride Center was inspired by...

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Oct 23, 20232 min read

Three food options within walking distance of Los Angeles Valley College

With a cafeteria that closes at 1:00 P.M., campus becomes a food desert for students taking later classes. By Katherine OBrien Field...

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Oct 23, 20231 min read

Paint a Pot Event

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, ASU gathered and taught students traditional hispanic pottery painting techniques. By Morgan...

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Oct 23, 20231 min read

Karaoke returns for more hits

ASU wants students to have fun By Maia Richaud, Staff Writer For students who did not get a chance to showcase their singing skills the...

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Oct 23, 20232 min read

Pride flag raised at Valley this Coming Out Day

Speakers were invited to share their experiences and celebrate Coming Out Day By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor Valley College...

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Oct 6, 20232 min read

American Red Cross blood drive on campus

Valley students donate blood at the American Red Cross blood drive bus. By Morgan Bertsch, Staff Writer The American Red Cross blood...

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Oct 6, 20232 min read

“Undocumented Unapologetic Unafraid”

Students united through art while raising awareness. By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor Santiago Collazos, Jason Bustamente, and...

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Oct 2, 20232 min read

Fall semester festivities have begun

Here are some events students can mark their calendars for By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor Each semester Valley College hosts a...

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Oct 2, 20232 min read

Raising hopes and moods with BrandElsa

The Rainbow Pride Center invites a stilt-walking motivational speaker for a mental health workshop. By Kenya Harris A nonbinary...

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Sep 20, 20232 min read

Four-year respiratory therapy degree comes to Valley College

Valley will offer its first bachelor’s degree program in the Fall of 2024. By Star Eisenberg, Staff Writer Valley College students...

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Sep 13, 20232 min read

The Unity Center goes beyond

Monarchs emerge from their chrysalis to enjoy free food and make new friends By Milan Rafaelov The Unity Picnic welcomed students and...

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Jun 29, 20232 min read

Mental health workshop aims to deliver solutions

Therapist leads discussion on ways to cope with one of the most common mental illnesses. By Kenya Harris, Staff Writer Mental Health...

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Jun 29, 20232 min read

Culture takes shape in recent student art exhibit

Students used a variety of mediums to showcase their creations that were on display at Valley’s art gallery. By Milan Rafaelov, Staff...

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Jun 29, 20233 min read

“Middletown” struggled to keep its act(s) together

Valley presents a thought-stimulating exploration of the human condition, despite a befuddled second act. By Asher Miles , Staff Writer...

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Jun 29, 20233 min read

Sewell takes next steps with prestigious scholarship in hand

The latest awardee of the esteemed Jack Kent Cooke scholarship has completed a full-circle journey. By Asher Miles, Staff Writer Hailing...

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Jun 29, 20232 min read

Monarchs springing toward the finish line

Students take advantage of campus facilities as they prepare for finals week. By Jasmine Alejandre, Staff Writer The last few weeks of...

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May 23, 20233 min read

Monarchs prepare for graduation

Valley College and the district will have a number of graduation resources for students who plan to walk the stage. By Natalie Metcalf,...

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May 10, 20232 min read

Resource fair brought foster youth awareness to Valley

Speaker and author David Ambroz discussed growing up in the foster system during “Spring Connect.” By Kenya Harris, Staff Writer Students...

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May 10, 20232 min read

Arts festival painted light on Monarch’s creativity

The annual Fine Arts Festival took place on Monday, which was hosted by the student union. By Jasmine Alejandre, Staff Writer Monarchs...

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May 10, 20232 min read

“Middletown” relocates production to Monarch Hall

A relocation of set and stage will not stop the theatre department from delivering their performance. By Asher Miles, Staff Writer With...

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May 3, 20232 min read

Monarchs slay with The House of Balmain

West Coast Mother Calypso Jeté and her kids from the Balmain house introduced vogueing, ballroom culture and runway confidence to Valley...

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May 2, 20231 min read

Brief: Valley unaware of frappuccino recall

More than 300,000 frappuccino drinks at Starbucks were recalled because of glass in the bottles. By Kevin Khachatryan, Staff Writer The...

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Apr 27, 20232 min read

ASU vice president race: Bayandorian vs. Vu for contested seat

Meet the candidates competing for the union’s only challenged position. Opinion by Milan Rafaelov, Staff Writer Photos by Jeremy...

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Apr 27, 20233 min read

ASU presidential candidate plans to unite Monarchs

The second-year kinesiology major is passionate about building a stronger community at Valley College. By Natalie Metcalf, Valley Life...

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Apr 27, 20232 min read

Lion’s lunch: A vegetarian’s guide to Valley College

The college has numerous options for those who choose to avoid meat. By Cassandra Nava, Managing Editor As carnivorous lions roam Valley...

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