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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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)...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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