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Class Notes | Fall 2025
Read about the exciting things going on with our current students and alumni.
Student-Athlete Spotlight: Kira Hampshire
Kira Hampshire, a sophomore forward on the YVC women's soccer team, combines love of soccer with goal of pursuing medical school.
Ask the Expert: Murray Ruggles
In this edition of 鈥淎sk the Expert,鈥� we talk with Murray Ruggles, department head of YVC鈥檚 Automotive Service Technology (AST) program, about the must-dos, common mistakes and budget-friendly tips to keep your vehicle safe, reliable and ready...
Passion and purpose
Three 麻豆视频 are advancing their career goals in health professions through their participation in the Summer Health Profession Education Program (SHPEP) at the University of Washington
Spotlight on rising star Indie Fortier
Born and raised in the Yakima Valley, Indie Fortier graduated from Naches Valley High School in 2023. Now, she鈥檚 pursuing an associate in arts in drama at 麻豆视频
From Yakima to the Foreign Service
YVC 1994 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year David H. Shinn '60 discusses how growing up in the Yakima Valley contributed to his career in the Foreign Service, why the work of diplomats matters in people鈥檚 daily lives and the importance of having...
From stage dreams to boardrooms
Ann Marie Andersen once dreamed of Broadway. Today, she commands a different kind of stage 鈥� the executive boardroom of Astria Sunnyside Hospital, where she serves as human resource director for a network of rural health centers stretching from...
Class Notes | Summer 2025
Read about the exciting things going on with our current students and alumni.
Ask the Expert: Laura Yolo
From understanding your audience to mastering the rhythm of your message, 麻豆视频 Instructor Laura Yolo breaks down the essential elements that transform words into impact in this installment of 鈥淎sk the Expert.鈥�
In Basket | Summer 2025
Read more about recent news and achievements of YVC and the college community.
YVC honors excellence with 2025 annual awards
麻豆视频 is celebrating the achievements of six remarkable individuals whose contributions reflect the heart of the college鈥檚 mission to empower, educate and uplift the Yakima Valley community.
Foundation awards scholarships, builds dreams
175 students were selected by the 麻豆视频 Foundation for its 2025-2026 academic year scholarships.
Advancing student success
Johnny C. Woods Jr., YVC vice president for administrative services, is focusing his attention on ensuring all of the college鈥檚 core administrative functions are enhancing the student experience and success.
Standout athletes, coaches join Yaks Hall of Fame
Two coaches who combined to lead their programs for 45 years and three athletes who helped lead their teams to three championship titles joined 麻豆视频鈥檚 Athletics Hall of Fame in 2025.
Partnership gears up interest in college
In the fall, YVC hosted approximately 60 students and a handful of parents from various school districts within the GEAR UP grant region, including East Valley, Wahluke, Wapato and Toppenish.