LAVC Valley Weekly - October 20-26, 2025

The LAVC Valley Weekly Student Newsletter highlights campus events and announcement for the week of October 20, 2025. Find out what's happening this week:

Last Chance to Enroll in Fall Late-Start Classes!

Looking for an extra class to fill your schedule? Fall 2^nd 8-week classes start October 27. Check our Daily Course Listing to find classes with open seats and then enroll online through the myCollege.laccd.edu Portal.

Spring 2026 Schedule Available Online

Monday, October 20

The Spring 2026 Schedule will be posted on the LAVC homepage starting October 20, 2025. Check the Student Portal to add Spring classes to your shopping cart. You will be able to enroll on your enrollment date.

ASU Karaoke Night: Shake and Shakes

Monday, October 20 from 3-6 p.m.
Monarch Hall (view map)

Join us at Karaoke Night of music, laughter, and milkshakes-sing your favorite songs and enjoy free shakes for ASO members! Showcase your voice and school spirit!

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UCLA Transfer Day #BruinBound

Tuesday, October 21 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monarch Hall (view map)

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center and the Center for Community College Partnerships invite you to UCLA Transfer Day! This is a great opportunity to ask questions and get guidance during your transfer journey!

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ASU Club Day

Tuesday, October 21 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Student Union Plaza (view map)

Explore booths from a variety of student clubs, learn how to get involved, and enjoy free giveaways, food, and music. This is the perfect chance to find your community and make new friends on campus!

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Women's Soccer vs. Citrus College

Tuesday, October 21 at 4 p.m.
Soccer Field (view map)

Come out and support our Women's Soccer team as they go toe-to-toe against Citrus College. Free admission!

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Twilight Tutoring: Evening Study Lounge & Tutoring

Tuesday, October 21 from 6-10 p.m. &
Thursday, October 23 from 6-10 p.m.
LARC 226 (view map)

Need a place to study in the evenings with free coffee, snacks, and tutors? The ARC's Study Lounge has comfy chairs, couches, tables, and whiteboards. Study or connect with a tutor for Anatomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, ESL, Math, Physics, Stat C1000, Statistics 101, or Writing.

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Monarch Market's Weekly Food Distribution

Wednesday, October 22 at 11 a.m.
In front of the Unity Center - CC-127 (view map)

The Basic Needs Center offers a weekly food distribution, Monarch Market, every Wednesday. Stio by for nutritious perishable and nonperishable groceries at no cost. Everyone is welcome!

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Major & Career Exploration Workshop

Wednesday, October 22 from 1-2 p.m.
Online

Join the Career/Transfer Center's zoom workshop to learn about career and major exploration strategies and tips. We will review tips on how to narrow down your options, explore career specific requirements, and gain experience on and off campus.

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Prop 50 Explained: What's at Stake in CA's Special Election

Wednesday, October 22 from 1-2 p.m.
Online (Zoom)

CA Voters! Join the League of Women Voters for a quick virtual rundown on Proposition 50 - the only measure on the Nov 4 ballot. Get the pros & cons, ask questions, and be ready to vote informed!

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Women's Water Polo vs. Ventura College

Wednesday, October 22 at 3 p.m.
Aquatics Center (view map)

The LAVC Women's Water Polo will face off against Ventura College at home. Come out and support!

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Warm Meal Thursdays at the Basic Needs Center

Thursday, October 23 at 12 p.m.
In front of the Unity Center, CC-127 (view map)

Enjoy a free meal at Warm Meal Thursday, every Thursday in the Fall semester. No one should go hungry on our campus. Service is first come, first served; one meal per person, while supplies last.

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Writing Center Workshop: Argumentative Essay Structure and Thesis Statements

Saturday, October 25 at 10 a.m.
Online

This free interactive online workshop that will review some basic but key concepts, so you can succeed in any class with a writing assignment, and in particular, your English and ESL classes!

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Women's Basketball Scrimmage

Saturday, October 25 at 12 p.m.
South Gym (view map)

Cheer on the Lady Monarchs at their first Basketball home scrimmage! Free admission.

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Get Help Preparing to Transfer at the LAVC Career/Transfer Center

CSU Application Workshop

Monday, October 20 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Online

San Diego State University is hosting a step-by-step workshop through the California State University (CSU) application process, including CSU requirements and deadlines. Get tips, and resources to support you through your transferring process!

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CSUN Representative

Tuesday, October 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Career/Transfer Center (view map)

Do you want to meet a CSUN campus representative? Make an in-person appointment to learn about the admission process at California State University, Northridge!

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Transfer to USC Workshop

Wednesday, October 22 from 2-3 p.m.
Online

USC University Representative is hosting a virtual workshop to teach students how to prepare to transfer to the University of California. Meet the USC representatives, learn about major, general education, and university preparation.

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CSUN EOP Presentation

Wednesday, October 22 from 3-4 p.m.
Online

Meet with a CSUN Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) representative. Learn about the EOP application and learn about the services they have to offer.

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UC Application Prep-Rally

Thursday, October 23 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Career/Transfer Center (view map)

Ready to apply for Fall 2026?!?! Need help with your UC application or coursework entry! Bring your laptop and transcripts to our Prep-Rally!

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PIQ Prep-Rally

Thursday, October 23 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Career/Transfer Center (view map)

Need individual help with writing your Personal Insight Questions (PIQ) essays? Bring your PIQ drafts and get feedback from the transfer center and get ahead on your transfer applications!

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LAVC Welcome Center is Here to Help You

Need help with enrolling? Looking for answers to your general questions? Stop by the Welcome Center on 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

Connect with the Humanities and Communication (HC) CAP

Students in the Humanities and Communication CAP-explore your HC Canvas site for resources, success tips, and connections with counselors and professors. It should already appear on your Canvas dashboard; if not, you can self-enroll. For more information, contact @email.

Chick-fil-A Now Available for Delivery Pick-Up at the College Store

The College Store is excited to announce Chick-fil-A is now available for delivery to the Bookstore in the Student Union. Please make sure to place your preorder, via the preorder web link. Pick up your order on your selected date between 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Last Day to Sign Up to Participate in the LAVC Championship Games is Oct. 20!

Think you've got what it takes to be a campus champion? Whether it's basketball, tennis, soccer, volleyball, or track and field, this is your chance to compete for medals, trophies, and ultimate Monarch glory! Sign up by October 20, 2025 by filling out the online form. For more information, contact the ASU President at @email.

LAVC is an 11-Day LA County Vote Center

LA Valley College and the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters, is an 11-day Voting Center location for the 2025 Special Election. The on-campus voting center will be open to the public starting on October 25 until Election Day in the Cafeteria in the Student Union. In addition, there is a Mail-In Ballot Box located in Parking Lot G.

Important Dates & Upcoming Events

Fall 2025 - 2nd 8-Week Classes Start

Monday, October 27, 2025

Classes begin for 2nd 8-Week classes in the Fall 2025 Semester.

Winter/Spring 2026 - Priority Registration Begins

Monday, October 27, 2025

Registration for Winter 2026 & Spring 2026 terms starts. Log into the Student Portal to find your registration date.

Men's Water Polo vs. Santa Monica College

Wednesday, October 29 at 3 p.m. at the Aquatics Center

The LAVC Men's Water Polo team will play against Santa Monica College in a conference game.

ASU Monster Mash Halloween Bash!

Wednesday, October 29 from 4-6 p.m. in Monarch Hall

Get ready to dance, feast, and fright in style at the ASU Monster Mash Halloween Bash! Join us for a costume contest, live DJ, photobooth, and tarot readings-plus free food and music for ASO paid members.

Women's Water Polo vs. Santa Monica College

Wednesday, October 29 at 4:30 p.m. at the Aquatics Center

The LAVC Women's Water Polo will go up against Santa Monica College in their last home game of the season.

Women's Soccer vs. Glendale College

Friday, October 31 at 3 p.m. at the Soccer Field

The LAVC Women's Soccer team will play Santa Monica College in a thrilling home game.

Writing Workshop on Refutation: Acknowledging Counter Argument

Saturday, November 1 at 10 a.m. on Zoom

The LAVC Writing Center is offering a FREE Online Writing Workshop that will help you improve your writing, grammar, and be ready for final papers and projects.

Football vs. LA Southwest College

Saturday, November 1 at 1 p.m. at Monarch Stadium

The LAVC Football team will play LA Southwest College in a thrilling home game.

Find additional upcoming events at LAVC Calendar of Events.

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.

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