IVC Alumna and Air Force Veteran Teanna Gonsalves Pursues a Future in Service and Leadership
After graduating from high school, Irvine Valley College (IVC) graduate Teanna Gonsalves set out to fulfill a lifelong dream – to serve her country. At just 18, she enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, with her first station in Minot, North Dakota – a post she describes as “known for its below-freezing temperatures and wind speeds strong enough to break your car door.” | Read More »
IVC’s average class size is 49 compared to 168 at UC Irvine.
At IVC, students receive personalized support through smaller class sizes—nearly one-third the size of nearby universities—paired with a wide network of programs and services, from academic centers and career guidance to wellness, basic-needs support, and culturally focused learning communities.
From Student to Counselor: Brianna Joslyn’s Full-Circle Journey at Irvine Valley College
When Brianna Joslyn first stepped onto the Irvine Valley College (IVC) campus, she was a young single mother rebuilding her life after leaving an abusive marriage. Balancing the responsibilities of parenthood with the challenges of being a first-generation college student, Brianna found hope and belonging through the supportive community at IVC, especially in the EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs programs, which provide academic, financial, and personal support for students facing economic or family-related challenges. | Read More »
IVC Alum Comes Full Circle as a Counselor
Returning to Irvine Valley College (IVC) as an ELEVATE counselor is “a full-circle experience” for CatCat Hua, who says supporting first-generation students “reminds me why I’m so passionate about this work.” | Read More »