Join us for a Campus-Wide Think Tank on Wednesday, September 27. The RISC Survey will be reviewed.

TIME: 3-4 p.m.

LOCATION: Cafeteria

Let us help you study and prepare for midterms, as Student Equity and the Learning Center throw a Study Jam, on Thursday, September 28. Enjoy a great time with music, pizza and snacks, with small group study sessions led by faculty and tutors.

The Teacher Accelerated Preparation Program (TAPP) will host the Future Educators Information Session presented by Professor R

AVC Cares is a committee on campus providing additional support for students who may be feeling overwhelmed and not feeling connected to their peers. This event will provide a fun activity, journaling opportunities, playing Jenga, and light refreshments.

Antelope Valley College will be closed on Monday, October 9 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. All classes and campus operations will resume on Tuesday, October 10.

You won’t want to miss one of the largest Job Fairs in the Antelope Valley.

This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information, email studentequity@avc.edu.

When
Thursday, Oct. 12
11 am - 1 pm 

Where

Join us for the Honors Program Mixer on Thursday, October 12.

Antelope Valley College is hosting its inaugural Independent Film Festival on Friday, October 13 and Saturday, October 14 at the Performing Arts Theater.

Antelope Valley College is hosting its inaugural Independent Film Festival on Friday, October 13 and Saturday, October 14 at the Performing Arts Theater.

The Marauders Football team will take on the Santa Barbara City College Vaqueros during Saturday’s Homecoming Game. Kickoff time is 2 p.m. Join other AVC fans to cheer on the home team at Marauder Stadium. General Admission tickets are $5 at the gate.

The Teacher Accelerated Preparation Program (TAPP

The Majors Fair is an opportunity for Academic Disciplines to raise awareness of their major and degree offerings and to connect students with majors and career options. Please join us on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 on the north side of the Yoshida Hall building.

Join the Career Center for a one-hour workshop on the process of career exploration and how career assessments may help you make decisions about your future career path.

Antelope Valley College will hold a surplus equipment auction conducted by High Desert Auction on Saturday, October 21, 2023. All product is to be paid for and removed from AVC by 5 p.m. the day of the auction.

Join Focus 180 and NLSLA for two informative sessions open to all justice-impacted or involved campus community members. The first session will focus on Expungement workshops and will be held on Oct. 23 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Meet with representatives from more than 20 different universities, including the University of California, California State University, private and out-of-state colleges and more. No RSVP is required.

Attendees Include:

All students, faculty and classified professionals are invited to attend a Campus-Wide Open Forum with Superintendent President Jennifer Zellet. Dr.

When:
Wednesday, Oct. 25
9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where:
Student Lounge (SCT-150)

Join ASO for Trunk or Treat! Come dressed in a spooky costume and celebrate Halloween in a safe environment. Bring your family and friends and enjoy fun activities. 

Come to the Cafeteria dressed in your Halloween best on October 31 to participate in this year's Halloween Costume Contest!

The contest will have three categories:

The American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA) presents Speed Mentoring.

Priority Registration for Spring 2024 begins Monday, November 6, 2023.

Confirm your Priority Registration Appointment date and time.

Date: November 7, 2023

Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Student Lounge (SCT 150) Lancaster Campus 

Contact: First Year Experience | Second Year Experience

Join AVC to celebrate Native American Heritage Month during the month of November. Learn about the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans, and be inspired by their contributions to history and today. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn and celebrate!

Workshop to Include:

Workshop to Include:

The Veterans Day Lunch is to honor and celebrate those who have served in the military, both on campus and in the community. All veteran allies are welcome. Space is limited. Priority will go to veterans.

When:
Thursday, Nov. 9
12 p.m.–2 p.m.

Join AVC to celebrate Native American Heritage Month during the month of November. Learn about the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans, and be inspired by their contributions to history and today. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn and celebrate!

Workshop to Include:

AVC Campuses are closed on Friday, November 10, 2023, in observance of Veterans Day.

Focus 180 is partnering with Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County to host an informative session for all justice-impacted and their families.

A discussion and workshop about the significance of the drum, in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

When:
Tuesday, Nov. 14
4-7 p.m.

Where:
Blackbox Theatre

The Red Cross provides about 40% of our nation's blood and blood components, all from generous volunteer donors… donors like you. Consider donating blood during the American Red Cross Blood Drive at the AVC Lancaster campus.

Join AVC to celebrate Native American Heritage Month during the month of November. Learn about the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans, and be inspired by their contributions to history and today. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn and celebrate!

Join the Career Center for a one-hour workshop on the process of career exploration and how career assessments may help you make decisions about your future career path.

When:

Come share your creativity and support your fellow students, faculty and staff. This is a great way for you to decompress, share your talents and meet people. You can do a spoken word, perform a rap, perform a song or play an instrument. Please remember to keep it clean and respectful.

The Native American Student Council Presents Natives in Cinema

• Reel Injun: On the Trail of the Hollywood Indian
• Smoke Signals

When:
Thursday, Nov. 16
4-7 p.m.

Where:
Blackbox Theatre

The Teacher Accelerated Preparation Program (TAPP

Civil rights activist and community organizer, Dolores Huerta, is coming to AVC. Huerta is president and Founder of the Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF). She is a celebrated Latina labor leader, activist and community organizer.

Need help preparing for your Finals? Join The Learning Center for Study Jam on Tuesday, Nov. 21 from 6-10 p.m. Take part in small group study sessions led by faculty and tutors. You'll have a great time with music, pizza and snacks.

When:

Open Registration for Spring 2024 begins Wednesday, November 22, 2023.

AVC will reopen on Monday, November 27.

AVC will reopen on Monday, November 27.

Please come and join us for the Fall 2023 Student Film Showcase - free admission!

PLEASE NOTE: Adult themes and language—not suitable for children.

When:
Saturday, December 2

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

AVC will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

The Math, Sciences and Engineering Department will host a watch party for the unveiling of Earth’s first low/no boom supersonic aircraft.

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All AVC locations will be closed Monday, January 15 in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, January 16.

Experiences beyond the classroom! Join, start and support AVC Marauder’s Clubs. The first 250 students get free food at Izzy’s Taco Truck. Enter the opportunity drawing and get a chance at winning a $25 gas card or Starbucks gift card. 

Please join us for our Martin Luther King Day - Film Night

The Other America Speech

Experiences beyond the classroom! Join, start and support AVC Marauder’s Clubs. The first 250 students get free food at Izzy’s Taco Truck. Enter the opportunity drawing and get a chance at winning a $25 gas card or Starbucks gift card. 

The Red Cross provides about 40% of our nation's blood and blood components, all from generous volunteer donors… donors like you. Consider donating blood during the American Red Cross Blood Drive at the AVC Lancaster campus.

Join the AVC Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Committee to celebrate faculty, coaches, career achievement, outstanding contributions to AVC athletics and student-athlete success at the 2024 Hall of Fame Gala. 

This spring, Read to Succeed will continue to focus on the late Judith Heumann’s 'Being Heumann,' a story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn’t built for all of us and of one woman’s activism.

AVC’s Student Equity invites you to kickoff Black History Month as we host Dr. Andrew Jolivétte as a part of our Speaker Series. Dr.

Apply for Spring and Summer 2024 graduation by April 16, 2024. Fall 2023 and Fall 2024 applicants can also apply.

Congratulations AVC Class of 2024!

Join us for a celebration of knowledge and heritage! Embrace the spirit of Black History Month at our trivia event! Test your wits, learn new facts, and connect with others as we host rounds of trivia focused on Black figures in pop culture, academia, music, history, and more!

Sing your heart out to iconic tunes, celebrate legendary voices, and groove to the rhythms that speak to the soul with a karaoke session! Unite in music, celebrate diversity, and let’s bring our voices together in a tribute to history!

This spring, Read to Succeed will continue to focus on the late Judith Heumann’s 'Being Heumann,' a story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn’t built for all of us and of one woman’s activism.

Did you know Historically Black Colleges have been essential pillars in higher education for decades, providing cultural empowerment and addressing educational disparities for Black students?

Take a breather! Towana Catley, Umoja Counselor & Breathwork Facilitator will be on campus, Thursday, February 8 in the Umoja Room located at the HUB. Come explore the art of breathwork to renew and re-energize yourself.

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Professors John Vento and Fritz Hemker will unravel the mystery of "What is a Primary Election" and why you should register to vote soon?

Let’s get creative! Come join Professor Christine Mugnolo in a print making workshop! Create your own designs and create cards for your loved ones for Valentines day. Please bring your own aprons or clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!

When:

AVC Student Health will be in the SSV Lobby to give out information about the benefits of signing up for TimelyCare. TimelyCare provides virtual counseling by appointment. Students receive 12 free sessions per year.

Come dance with us! Our very own professor, Amaka Donn, will be leading a class in traditional African Dance in the Umoja Village. Come experience culture and feel the beats of community and connection as you unlock your inner dancer!

When:

All AVC locations closed on Friday, February 16 in observance of Lincoln's Day.

AVC has been a regional host for the Science Olympiad for many years now. The tournament has been a memorable and worthwhile event for thousands of students. This year's 2024 Science Olympiad Tournament will be held Saturday, February 17 (President's Day Weekend) at AVC.

All AVC locations closed on Monday, February 19 in observance of Washington's Day.

EOPS presents “AVC’s 1st Annual Taste of Soul” - Black History event showcasing foods and desserts from the culture.  

Come join us in amplifying the Black African American voice! Come share your own stories, songs, poetry in our Open Mic event! You can also come by with prepared readings of your favorite Black author’s works and poetry. We look forward to hear your stories!

Get ready for a thought-provoking and eye-opening presentation from Dr. Bassam Salameh on one of the most infamous moments in American medical history-- The Tuskegee Syphilis Study.

Are you interested in Movies and Photography? Join the Arts & Humanities Department for a night with Motion Picture Still Photographer David James. He will share his work and give major insight and perspective into the world of movies, and how they are marketed. 

Did cavemen exist? Did they live alongside dinosaurs? How many dinosaur species lived on the planet? Did mammals evolve from reptiles? These questions, and many more, will be answered in an educational and entertaining talk by biology faculty Joshua Shipp and Lena Coleman. 

Interested in meditation but don’t know where to start? Looking for a group of meditators to sit with?

Join the AVC Counseling Center for Mindfulness Meditation Sitting Group Meeting for a 30-minute meditation group each Monday of the Spring 2024 Semester.

Not sure which career path you should pursue?

Join the Career Center for a one-hour workshop to learn about how the career exploration process can help you find the career path that is right for you.

Not sure which career path you should pursue?

Join the Career Center for a one-hour workshop to learn about how the career exploration process can help you find the career path that is right for you.

This spring, Read to Succeed will continue to focus on the late Judith Heumann’s 'Being Heumann,' a story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn’t built for all of us and of one woman’s activism.

Register to attend the Learning Center's mid-semester Study Jam. Take part in small group study sessions led by faculty and tutors.

Student Equity invites you to their end of the month celebration, dedicated to commemorating the significance of Black History Month. Join Student Equity as they celebrate diversity, unity, and the remarkable achievements of the Black community throughout history.

The Marauders Matter Leadership Training - Student Leadership aims to develop leadership skills among the community college students while fostering a deep understanding in character tr

Classes not in session beginning Monday, March 4 through Saturday, March 9.

Are you interested in an aerospace career? Attend the Airframe Manufacturing Technology Program (AFMT) information session and learn more about the program.

The Teacher Accelerated Preparation Program (TAPP) will host the Future Educators Information Session, presented by Professor Rod Schilling on March 11 and March 14 online via Zoom.

The Board of Trustees of the Antelope Valley Community College District will hold a regularly scheduled Board meeting on Monday, March 11, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Main Auditorium of the Performing Arts Theatre.

This spring, Read to Succeed will continue to focus on the late Judith Heumann’s 'Being Heumann,' a story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn’t built for all of us and of one woman’s activism.

Join AVC Financial Aid for FUN, GOODIES and FOOD at Financial Aid Awareness Day.

Come and DISCOVER what FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITIES are available to you.

When:
Wednesday, March 13
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join us at The InkWell, a supportive space for writers and artists to connect and build community. Here, storytellers are empowered to craft authentic narratives that affirm their unique experiences.

Grab your friends and join us for a screening of Hidden Figures- a captivating film that celebrates the brilliance and resilience of three extraordinary women who defied the odds and changed the course of history.

The Wildland Fire Academy Information/Orientation sessions are designed to answer questions about the academy, the application process, and the basic expectations of successful candidates.

The Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra combines AVC students with professional orchestra musicians. Its featured soloists are winners of music competitions sponsored by Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale (AVSOMC).

Do you have an Iconic woman in your life? Student Equity invites you and them to come to our Iconic Women Painting Day. Light refreshments will be served.

When:
March 18, Monday
12-1:30 p.m.

Location: 
Sage Hall (SH 217)

Join Student Life for the 2024 Grad Fair. Purchase your Cap, Gown, and Tassel at the AVC Marauder Bookstore. Cap decorating will be in the covered patio right next to the Student Lounge.

Join Student Life for the 2024 Grad Fair. Purchase your Cap, Gown, and Tassel at the AVC Marauder Bookstore. Cap decorating will be in the covered patio right next to the Student Lounge.

Join the Learning Center for four upcoming Deaf Studies Workshops in March and April.

Hear from America’s First Black Woman Combat Pilot.

The Majors Fair is an opportunity for Academic Disciplines to raise awareness of their major and degree offerings and to connect students with majors and career options. RSVP is not required.

When:
Wednesday, March 20
12-2 p.m.

Interested in making a difference? Want a rewarding career? Join the AVC Fire Academy! Find out how at an upcoming informational meeting.

In honor of Women’s History Month, Student Health will be hosting a Women’s Health and Hygiene event. There will be giveaway items including but not limited to: feminine hygiene products, beauty tools, and women’s health information and resources. 

Join us for our film series highlighting Black filmmakers and actors. We're excited to showcase the work of talented artists and creators who have made a significant impact on the film industry.

Interested in meditation but don’t know where to start? Looking for a group of meditators to sit with?

Join the AVC Counseling Center for Mindfulness Meditation Sitting Group Meeting for a 30-minute meditation group each Monday of the Spring 2024 Semester.

Better recognize and report human trafficking in our community. 

Hosted by Hank Price (RAIC, US Secret Service (Retired) and AVC Administrator of Justice) and Dr. Norma Jones (AVC Communication Studies).

This spring, Read to Succeed will continue to focus on the late Judith Heumann’s 'Being Heumann,' a story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn’t built for all of us and of one woman’s activism.

AVC's Produce Pick-Up has moved to the Basic Needs Center in T-100. The Produce Pick-Up event will take place on Thursday, March 28 in Lancaster and Palmdale -- WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

Come celebrate Women’s History Month with some fun and games! Come learn about some important women figures throughout history and challenge your friends to test your knowledge.

When: 
March 28, Thursday
12-2 p.m.

The Wildland Fire Academy Information/Orientation sessions are designed to answer questions about the academy, the application process, and the basic expectations of successful candidates.

AVC will be closed on Monday, April 1 in recognition of Cesar Chavez Day. Campus will reopen on Tuesday, April 2.

Interested in meditation but don’t know where to start? Looking for a group of meditators to sit with?

Join the AVC Counseling Center for Mindfulness Meditation Sitting Group Meeting for a 30-minute meditation group each Monday of the Spring 2024 Semester.

Join the Learning Center for four upcoming Deaf Studies Workshops in March and April.

Join Student Life for the 2024 Grad Fair. Purchase your Cap, Gown, and Tassel at the AVC Marauder Bookstore. Cap decorating will be in the covered patio right next to the Student Lounge.

Are you ready to experience the pulsating essence of the soul through the art of dance? Join us for an electrifying journey as we bring to life the theme, "Dance is the Rhythm of the Soul".

Are you ready to experience the pulsating essence of the soul through the art of dance? Join us for an electrifying journey as we bring to life the theme, "Dance is the Rhythm of the Soul".

The Teacher Accelerated Preparation Program (TAPP) will host the "Future Educators Information Session," presented by Professor Rod Schilling, during the month of April online via Zoom.

The Board of Trustees of the Antelope Valley Community College District will hold a regularly scheduled Board meeting on Monday, April 8, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Palmdale Center.

Take part in an interactive two-hour workshop where staff and students will generate ideas to better serve AVC students and their goals. Lunch will be provided.

Language and Communications Arts students can receive on-the-spot counseling about their major and transferring at the Walk-In Counseling Event in Sage Hall (SH 128).

Take part in an interactive two-hour workshop where staff and students will generate ideas to better serve AVC students and their goals. Lunch will be provided.

Join us at The InkWell, a supportive space for writers and artists to connect and build community. Here, storytellers are empowered to craft authentic narratives that affirm their unique experiences.

You're invited to a special presentation by Dr. Gerald Rosenberg, University of Chicago Associate Professor Emeritus, as he unveils the third edition of his influential work, The Hollow Hope: Can Courts Bring About Social Change?

Priority Registration begins April 11. Learn how to prepare.  

Are You Looking for a Job? You won’t want to miss one of the largest Job Fairs in the Antelope Valley.

AVC's Produce Pick-Up has moved to the Basic Needs Center in T-100. The Produce Pick-Up event will take place on Thursday, April 11 in Lancaster and Palmdale -- WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

Language and Communications Arts students can receive on-the-spot counseling about their major and transferring at the Walk-In Counseling Event in Sage Hall (SH 128).

Faculty Roundtable to Focus on AI Now and in the Future

Discover the landscape of Artificial Intelligence and its contemporary applications at the upcoming AI Unplugged Faculty Roundtable.

Join us for an insightful session into the world of Communication Studies Thursday, April 11 at 5 p.m. in Uhazy Hall 201. Learn about career paths and other opportunities while getting the chance to meet our faculty, students, and alumni.

The Teacher Accelerated Preparation Program (TAPP) will host the "Future Educators Information Session," presented by Professor Rod Schilling, during the month of April online via Zoom.