Los Angeles Valley College
09/15/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/16/2024 14:00
LAVC Valley Weekly: September 16-22, 2024
The LAVC Valley Weekly Student Newsletter highlights campus events and important student announcements for September 9-15, 2024.
CSULA Campus Highlights Presentation
Monday, September 16 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Career / Transfer Center - SSC (view map)
Are you interested in attending to California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA)? Come hear a Campus Highlights presentation by and get a chance to meet a CSULA representative.
TAG Application Workshop
Monday, September 16 from 12-1 p.m.
Career / Transfer Center - SSC (view map)
Do you have 30 or more UC transferrable units? Want guaranteed acceptance to a UC campus for Fall 2025? Attend a Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) workshop to learn more.
U.S. Constitution Day
Tuesday, September 17 from 1-3 p.m.
Student Union Plaza (view map)
Join us for an afternoon of engaging activities including art-inspired painting, a lively round of Jeopardy, and delicious food for ASO paid members.
Personal Insight Questions Workshop
Tuesday, September 17 from 3-4 p.m.
Career / Transfer Center - SSC (view map)
Did you know that your Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) is a UC application requirement? Each applicant must write 4 PIQs as a part of their application. Attend our workshop to learn more about how to write your PIQs.
UC Santa Cruz University Rep & Admissions Presentation
Presentation: Wednesday, September 18 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Representative: Wednesday, September 18 from 12:30-3 p.m.
Career / Transfer Center - SSC (view map)
Do you want to meet a UC Santa Cruz representative? Come learn about admissions requirements at the UCSC Admissions Presentation! You can also make a 20 minute in-person appointment to learn about the admission process.
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Fall 2024 Puente Student Mixer
Wednesday, September 18 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Mosaic Village: Unity Center - CC127 (view map)
All current and past Puente students and Puente Club members are welcome to join us for games, snacks, and music. Anyone interested in learning more about the Puente Program and Puente Club is welcome to join.
Artist Reception for "Carriers", a solo exhibition by Alexandria Douziech
Wednesday, September 18 from 12 noon-2 p.m.
Art Gallery in Art Building (view map)
"Carriers" is a sculpture and video installation that pays tribute to the overlooked women, who constitute nearly half of the global agricultural workforce. The exhibition runs from September 16 - October 18, 2024. The reception is open to all current and prospective students, faculty, staff and the general public.
Cal Lutheran University Representative
Wednesday, September 18 from 1-3:30 p.m.
Career / Transfer Center - SSC (view map)
Interested in attending Cal Lutheran University? An admission representative from Cal Lutheran university will be on campus for any transfer related questions.
USC Admissions Presentation
Thursday, September 19 at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Career / Transfer Center - SSC (view map)
Do you want to meet a University of Southern California representative? Learn about admissions requirements at a USC Admissions Presentation!
Men's Water Polo vs. Cypress College
Men's Game: Thursday, September 19 at 3 p.m.
Women's Game: Thursday, September 19 at 4:15 p.m.
Aquatics Center (view map)
The LAVC Men's Water Polo team open up the 2024 Season, and Women's Water Polo plays at home with games against Cypress College. Free admission.
ASU Movie Night: Inside Out 2
Thursday, September 19 from 7:30-9 p.m.
North Mall Lawn (view map)
ASU Movie Night is back with a special outdoor screening of Inside Out 2! Bring your family, a cozy blanket, and enjoy this heartwarming film with friends. Also, ASO paid members get free snacks!
FREE Online Math 227 Workshop
Friday, September 20 from 12:30-2 p.m.
Online (Zoom)
This "Chapter 4: Probability" session is tailored to the content being taught by your Math 227 professor and will help you prepare for test and exams, so you understand the content and earn higher grades.
FREE Online Math 259/260 Workshop
Friday, September 20 from 1-2:30 p.m.
Online (Zoom)
Are you enrolled in Math 259 or 260 this semester? Don't miss the free Online Math 259/260 Workshop on "Polynomial Functions, Graph Rational Functions Polynomial and Rational Inequalities", so you understand the content and earn higher grades.
Women's Soccer vs. Allan Hancock
Friday, September 20 at 4 p.m.
Monarch Stadium (view map)
The LAVC Women's Soccer team will play at home against Allan Hancock College.
Football vs. Victor Valley College
Saturday, September 21 at 6 p.m.
Monarch Stadium (view map)
The LAVC Football team goes head-to-head against Victor Valley College. Come to the Stadium to cheer on your Monarchs! Free admission to the game.
Ask Valley-Answers to Your Questions
We've heard you! LAVC wants to help you, so here's the answers to most asked questions we heard this week.
How do I reset my password on my Student Portal?
There are two options for you select from to reset your password:
- Option #1: If you know your LACCD student email, you can reset your password at Microsoft Online Password Reset. When prompted, enter your LACCD student email and follow the CAPTCHA prompts.
- Option #2: If you do not know your student email, Admissions and Records can reset the password. You may either visit them in person with a valid physical ID, or go the A&R live chat on Cranium Cafe. (In Cranium Cafe, use the "Guest Registration" login to gain access. You will need to create a quick temporary account to gain access to the Admissions Lobby.) Please have your computer camera on and a valid photo ID ready.
How do I log onto Cranium Café?
Follow these steps to log into Cranium Café:
- Find the department lobby that you wish to enter (for example, Admissions Lobby)
- Agree to the Informed Consent Statement
- Choose either "Current Students" or "Guest Registration" for prospective students (if this option is selected you will need to register now for a quick temporary account)
- Select reason for the visit
- Join lobby and an agent will be with you soon!
Do you have Armenian, Russian or Spanish speakers who can help me?
Please contact the department you want to reach, and the staff can connect you with finding an available employee who can provide language translation assistance.
Contact the LAVC Welcome Center for Assistance
Find answers to your general questions and get help registering 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).
- In-person assistance - Welcome Center, 1st Floor of the Student Services Center (SSC) (View campus map)
- Chat live - Welcome Center Virtual Lobby (craniumcafe.com)
- Phone - (818) 938-8418 (press 1 for Welcome Center)
- Email - @email
Need to use a Computer, Copier, or Printer?
Stop by the ARC Computer Commons in LARC 234 on the 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. We're open on Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-7:15 p.m., and Friday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; except on holidays.
Child Development Center Accepting Applications for Children
The Child Development Center is now accepting applications for the Fall semester for the Preschool program (2-4 yrs) and the School Age After School Program (TK-6th grade). For more information and to request an application, please contact the Child Development Center.
Winter 2025 Schedule Available Online on September 25
The Winter 2025 Schedule will be available online to view in the Student Portal starting on September 25, 2024. For the public (no login) link, visit the Class Schedules page.
Upcoming Events
An Educated Voter is a Smart Voter
Monday, September 23 from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Skybox Conference Room
Join us for an enlightening An Educated Voter is a Smart Voter presentation by a representative from Pueblo y Salud, focusing on the crucial importance of being an informed voter as we approach the 2024 General Election. Complimentary food for ASU paid members.
Twilight Tutoring: Evening Study Lounge & Tutoring
Starting September 24: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 pm-10 pm in LARC 226
Need a place to study in the evenings with free coffee and snacks? Visit the ARC's Study Lounge for Twilight Tutoring with comfy chairs, couches, tables, and whiteboards. It's the perfect place to study or connect with a tutor for math, statistics, or writing. See the flyerfor more details
Decoding the Ballot
Wednesday, October 23 from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Skybox Conference Room
Join us for Decoding the Ballot discussion with a representative from the League of Women Voters - Los Angeles. They will give a comprehensive overview of the pros and cons of each ballot measure and proposition on the California ballot.
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.