People
People Stories
Finding his voice
John Goertzen (AA, 2011) came to 麻豆视频 as a Running Start student in 2008 and discovered his passion for singing. Since then, Goertzen has served as music director of a local opera company, composed music, helped conduct a community...
Stretch, Tape, Repeat
On game day, Yaks athletics trainer Bob Grimes gets in early to prepare tape, bandages and other supplies that may be needed during a game. With six teams to tend to, however, Grimes doesn鈥檛 just focus all his attention on whatever team is playing...
Basketball standout makes impact in community
During his two seasons at YVC, Joel Yellow Owl was not only a standout player for the Yaks, including being named to the Northwest Athletics Conference 2014 East Region First Team, he also proved himself in the classroom and earned All-Academic honors...
Cueing Up Success
Jim Weaver and co-worker Rich Fearr 鈥� both lifelong pool players 鈥� saw the enthusiasm at YVC sparked a desire to help rebuild a local pipeline of players.
Ask the Experts: John Schofield & Joshua Swayne
In this edition of 鈥淎sk the Expert,鈥� we talk with Johnny Roger Schofield and Joshua Swayne, instructional technicians in YVC鈥檚 Writing Center, to share tips on how to turn your experiences into a powerful story that stands out from the stack.
In Memory | Winter 2026
In Memory is dedicated to YVC alumni, faculty and staff who have passed away. It offers a place where the YVC community can remember friends and loved ones.
Student-Athlete Spotlight | Kal-El Gentles
Coming from a large family with eight brothers and sisters, Kal-El Gentles has dreams of playing basketball professional overseas, but he also hopes to pursue a career in child protective services and helping families grow stronger together.
Alum Sophia McDougall brews success at YVC
Former Running Start student Sophia McDougall has created a hub for students through her business Sopho鈥檚 Mojo and adjacent Sundquist Lounge.
Class Notes | Winter 2026
Read about the exciting things going on with our current students and alumni.