On April 16, Irvine Valley College recognized eight faculty members who were recently approved for tenure by the Board of Trustees, effective Fall 2026. This milestone reflects their dedication to teaching excellence, student success, and the college’s academic mission. Tenure at IVC represents a significant professional achievement and a continued commitment to fostering high-quality learning experiences. Congratulations to our newly tenured faculty!
Newly Tenured Faculty:
Amir Ahsan, Professor
Physical Sciences
Shelby Clatterbuck, Instructor
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Danilo Caputo, Assistant Professor
Humanities
Kristen Skjonsby, Assistant Professor
Humanities
Heather Johnson, Assistant Professor
Guidance and Counseling
Ruby Pastrana, Assistant Professor
Guidance and Counseling
Mathieu Giradet, Assistant Professor
The Arts
Gokce Kasikci, Assistant Professor
The Arts