This fall, Â鶹ÊÓƵ will host its annual Yak Family Nights — events welcoming new and returning students at the start of the academic year — on the Yakima and Grandview campuses. Created to strengthen the sense of belonging among students, introduce them to YVC resources and welcome students’ family members into the YVC community, the goal of Yak Family Nights is to support student success. The events will feature food, music, a college and community resource fair highlighting various resources and programs available to students, campus tours and fun activities for family members of all ages.
Media Photo/Video & Interview Opportunities
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Yakima Campus
Thursday, October 2, 2025
3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Grandview Campus
Key activities
- Games and Activities
- Music
- College and Community Resource Fair - Staff will share information about various services available to students to support their success at YVC and beyond, including financial aid, mental health support, campus life, career services, math and writing centers and more
- Campus Tours - Tours available to family members beginning every 30 minutes
- Salsa/Cumbia Lesson
- Raffle Drawing
For more information about Yak Family Nights or to arrange interviews in advance please email communityrelations@yvcc.edu.