Program Specialist Larisa Korepanova Named 2025 Classified Employee of the Year
Larisa Korepanova
Program Specialist
School of Languages and Learning Resources
New Real Estate Coursework Brings Real World Insights to the Classroom
“It’s to everyone’s benefit to learn about real estate,” says Rick Boone, a professor and chair of the Real Estate program at Irvine Valley College (IVC). “Regardless if we are renters or homeowners, we all have to live somewhere – so it’s essential to learn about the legalities and nuances of the real estate industry.”
IVC Celebrates 2025 Teachers of the Year
Full-Time Teacher of the Year:
Thomas Cullen
Instructor, Chemistry
School of Physical Sciences and Technologies
Irvine Valley College proudly honors Professor Thomas Cullen as the 2025 Outstanding Full-Time Teacher of the Year for his dynamic contributions to teaching, student engagement, and science education both on campus and in the community.
From the Desk of The President
April is California Community Colleges Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Awareness month. At Irvine Valley College, we take the time to celebrate the breadth of people that make up our IVC campus community. It is an opportunity to learn from experiences different than our own, connect in community with one another, and reflect on how we can continue to grow and evolve to better support each other.
Acclaimed Musician Lands a Dream Job at IVC
Grammy-nominated saxophonist Anibal Seminario has big plans for Irvine Valley College’s (IVC) jazz program.
Iranian Student Association
Purpose and Services
To showcase Persian culture to both Persian and non-Persian people, as there are many Iranians at IVC. This way we could teach people more about the traditions, culture a and the people itself more.
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IVC's Research and Planning Analyst Kevin Hsu Receives Rising Star Award
IVC Research and Planning Analyst Kevin Hsu has been named a 2025 RP Group Rising Star Award recipient, honoring his early-career leadership in institutional research, planning, and effectiveness (IRPE).
Teacher Preparation Pathway (TPP)
The Teacher Preparation Pathway (TPP) is a resource designed to support, encourage, and motivate students who are thinking of pursuing a career in teaching. TPP offers specialized teacher education workshops, counseling services, campus representatives and more.
From ‘Cast Member’ to College Grad – Charting Her Course with Grit and Purpose
It was Katelyn Klee’s connection to Irvine Valley College — and a lucky break at an IVC job fair — that helped her land a job as a “Skipper” for Disneyland’s Jungle Cruise.
IVC Speech Wins Back-to-Back 1st Place Team Sweepstakes Awards Following South Korea Competition
After winning 161 awards over 21 days of competition this season, the IVC Speech Team tested their talents by competing at the 35th Annual International Forensics Association (IFA) Speech and Debate Championships. IFA is an affiliate of the National Communication Association and promotes the diversity of speech and debate competition in nations around the world by hosting an annual tournament in alternating countries. For 2025, Incheon South Korea was voted to be the location of the prestigious tournament.