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LAVC Valley Weekly: December 2-8, 2024

December 1, 2024

By LAVC Public Relations

Los Angeles Valley College Valley Weekly Newsletter with 75th Anniversary icon

This issue of the LAVC Valley Weekly Student Newsletter highlights events and student announcements for the week of December 2, 2024.


LAVC Welcome Center is Here to Help You!

Find answers to your general questions and enrollment help at the Welcome Center. It’s open Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. & Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. (except on holidays).


Late Night Crunch Time for Fall 2024 Finals

Monday-Thursday, December 2-5 from 6-10 p.m.
LARC 226 – 2nd Floor of Library (view map)

Finals are coming. Don’t sweat it alone! The Academic Resource Center (ARC) and the ASU are hosting Crunch Time with four evenings of dedicated study space, free coffee/snacks, massages (yes, massages), childcare, and tutoring. 

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Wind Ensemble Concert

Monday, December 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Porter Middle School - 15960 Kingsbury St. Granada Hills, CA 91344

Join the Los Angeles Valley College Wind Ensemble for an enchanting performance conducted by Lori Musicant Kozubek, promising to infuse you with the joy of the season through a rich tapestry of winter-inspired melodies and cherished holiday tunes, both old and new.

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Performance Workshop Concerts

Tuesday, December 3 & Thursday, December 5 at 11:20 a.m.
Music Recital Hall (view map)

Join us for recital showcases featuring students in the Applied Music Program and Performance Workshop class.

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FREE Writing Workshops

Tuesday, December 3 from 1-2:30 p.m. &
Saturday, December 7 from 10-11:30 a.m.

Online (Zoom)

Improve your writing, grammar, and be ready for Final papers and projects at the ARC’s free online workshops! Topics include “Final Papers and MLA Citation Guides” on December 3, and “MLA In-Text Citation and Works Cited Page” on December 7.

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Umoja: Anthro Study Jam

Tuesday, December 3 from 1-4 p.m.
Umoja Village, CC-102 (view map)

Join the LAVC UMOJA Black Scholars Program for the " Anthro Study Jam," a collaborative event focused on Anthropology. This event is open to all current students.

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Ceramic Sale

Wednesday, December 4 from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Art Gallery Patio (view map)

Start your holiday shopping by visiting the annual Ceramic Sale. Come early! These unique and one-of kind art works are highly coveted and sell quickly.

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Valley Symphony Orchestra Concert

Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Music Recital Hall – M106 (view map)

The Valley Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Mishkar Nunez-Fredell, will present a captivating concert of classical masterpieces featuring works by Beethoven. Free admission.

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Fall Dance Class Showcase

Thursday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. in
Monarch Hall – Campus Center, 1st Floor (view map)

This dance showcase will present the work and skills students in our dance classes have learned over the past semester. Free to attend.

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FREE Math Workshops

Math 227 Workshop: Friday, December 6 from 12:30-2 p.m.
Math 259/260 Workshop: Friday, December 6 from 1-2 p.m.

Online (Zoom)

Don’t miss FREE Workshops that are tailored to the content being taught by your professor. The Math 227 workshop is on “Chapter 12 ANOVA & Final Review”, and the Math 259/260 workshop covers “Determinants & Cramer’s Rule, Mathematical Induction, The Binomial Theorem”.

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Applied/Faculty Mentor Concert

Saturday, December 7 from 7 p.m.
Music Recital Hall – M106 (view map)

Applied music students who are completing the program will present a final recital, including performances in collaboration with music faculty. Free admission.

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College Choir & Chamber Singers Concert

Sunday, December 8 at 7 p.m.
Music Recital Hall (view map)

The Chamber Singers and College Choir, under the direction of Prof. Glenn Carlos, will present a captivating concert of classical masterpieces and contemporary gems. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for students/seniors, and $5 for children under 12.

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Last Chance—Want a Chance to Win $50? Complete the LACCD’s Fall 2024 Student Survey

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is conducting its biennial Fall 2024 Student Survey. Check your LACCD email for an invitation to the survey. Students who completes the survey will be entered in drawing every 2 weeks for $50 awards. The survey closes on Sunday, December 9. We greatly appreciate your feedback, which helps us improve!


Need to use a Computer, Copier, or Printer?

Stop by the ARC Computer Commons in LARC 234, 2nd floor of the Library. We have computers, B&W and color printing and copying, a high-resolution scanner, two study rooms, and dedicated staff to assist you. Open: Monday-Thursday 7am-7:15pm, and Friday 7am-4pm. Visit LAVC Computer Commons for more information.


Earn College Credit Working, Interning, or Volunteering for Spring 2025!

LAVC Cooperative Education (Coop Ed) is a program that allows students to earn up to four college units for their work, internship, and volunteer experience. Credit earned is CSU transferable. Check out our College Central Network (CCN) job board for the latest job opportunities. Need help signing up? Contact us at coop@lavc.edu or call 818-947-2334.


Upcoming Events

Fall 2024 - Final Examinations

Monday-Saturday, December 9-15

LAVC Fall Final Examinations Week for full-term classes begins on December 9. Check your course syllabus for the final exam date and time.

Broadway Class Concert

Monday, December 9 at 7 p.m. in the Music Recital Hall

Students in the Musical Theater Repertoire class, directed by Dr. Christian Nova, will present a Broadway Class Concert. Join us for an evening of Broadway selections from a variety of shows, musical revues, and films.

Women's Basketball Buddy's All Star Classic Tournament

Thursday-Sunday, December 12-14 at TBA in the South Gym

The LAVC Women's Basketball team is hosting its annual Buddy's All Star Classic Tournament.

For a complete list of upcoming events, check the LAVC Events Calendar.


LACCD encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the event organizer listed in the link above as soon as possible, but no later than ten (10) business days prior to the event. 

To view past issues, check the Valley Weekly Newsletter page.

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