San Bernardino Valley College

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type =Community College
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website = [http://www.valleycollege.edu www.ValleyCollege.edu]
address =701 South Mount Vernon Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92410
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San Bernardino Valley College is a community college located in San Bernardino, California. It is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The two-year college has an enrollment of approximately 18,800 students and covers 82 acres. Valley College is also a part of the San Bernardino Community College District [http://www.sbccd.org] which includes Crafton Hills College located in nearby Yucaipa and the Professional Development Center in San Bernardino.

History

San Bernardino Valley College was established in 1926 is the twenty-fifth oldest community college in California. Now in its 82nd year, San Bernardino Valley College continues a proud tradition of community service through quality education -- a tradition symbolized by its clock tower and auditorium.

The growth of San Bernardino Valley College over the years demonstrates its increasingly important role in the life of the community. In 1926, San Bernardino Valley College’s campus was split between San Bernardino High School and Colton High School and consisted of 140 students and one administrator, George H. Jantzen, who was Dean of the College. Today, San Bernardino Valley College offers classes to 25,000 students and runs on an annual budget of $59 million. The college district, which includes two campuses, has 243 full-time faculty, 750 part-time faculty and staff of 459. It serves multiple high school districts, and the district encompasses nearly 500 square miles.

Academics

As part of the state system of community colleges, San Bernardino Valley College is dedicated to providing educational opportunities at minimum cost. Central to San Bernardino Valley College’s philosophy is the idea of general education - a system of instruction that gives the student a basic competence in written and spoken English, mathematics, history and government; a regard for health, both mental and physical; a grasp of the basic disciplines and methodologies of human and scientific study, and knowledge in some depth of chosen subject area.

The college offers degrees in the arts and sciences to students who successfully complete a comprehensive two-year course study.

This course study corresponds to the lower division requirements of the University of California and the California State University system, so qualified students can transfer to four-year institutions with junior standing. San Bernardino Valley College transfer students have demonstrated a high success rate in continuing their education at the four-year College and university level.

While recognizing the importance of a general education, the college also recognizes an obligation to provide specialized programs leading directly to employment or to improving the skill and knowledge of those already employees in the work force. To achieve this, the college offers more than 40 programs in technical and occupational fields. Courses may be taken individually to improve specific skills or as part of a program leading to an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science and or a Certificate of Completion in specific occupational fields.

Qualified students can even combine work and study through work experience programs. San Bernardino Valley College was a pioneer in the work/study concept.

In addition to general and occupational programs, San Bernardino Valley College offers developmental programs for students who need to improve basic skills before taking advanced classes, counseling and guidance programs, and service for disabled students, veterans and other adults. San Bernardino Valley College has been a leader in programs for the physically handicapped, including adaptive physical education classes.

tudent life

San Bernardino Valley College also offers its students a diverse selection of clubs. At San Bernardino Valley College there are more than 30 clubs and organizations representing a variety of academic and career pursuits. There are also a number of special interest groups.

San Bernardino Valley College has one of the most active student government programs in the state. In addition, the college offers its students opportunities to get involved with the college’s pep squad, musical groups, and theater group.

The college is always trying to expand its student base. According to Donna Hoffman, San Bernardino Valley College spokeswoman: "The problem is not getting people to go to Valley College, but getting them to go to college at all. That's our challenge in the Inland Empire." [cite news | last=Schatz |first=Carolyn G.| title=Inland Empire community colleges grow | url=http://www.sbsun.com/empireday2/ci_7339723 | publisher= San Bernardino Sun | date=November 01, 2007 | accessdate= 2007-11-15]

Valley College is building a new media communications building, which will open in 2009. Two new science buildings and a replacement for North Hall are also scheduled to open in 2010. [cite news | last=Schatz |first=Carolyn G.| title=Expanding minds in the I.E. | url=http://www.sbsun.com/search/ci_7345873 | publisher= San Bernardino Sun | date=November 03, 2007 | accessdate= 2007-11-15]

Board Of Trustees

Dr. Donald L. Singer, President
Dr. Charles S. Terrell, Jr., Vice President
James C. Ramos, Clerk
Marie Alonzo
Charles H. Beeman
Allen B. Gresham
Carleton W. Lockwood, Jr.
Seth Pro, Crafton Hills Student Trustee
Javier Alcaraz, Valley Student Trustee

Middle College High School

Located on the SBVC campus, Middle College High School is a 3-year high school that reaches out to students with high potential but who may be struggling on a regular high school campus. Students spend mornings in Valley College courses and the afternoon taking high school classes in English, math and science. Students can graduate with an associate degree at the same time as a high school diploma.

The school boasts a 97% graduation rate and the highest Academic Performance Index score (832) of any high school in San Bernardino or Riverside counties. It has been nominated for federal recognition under the 2008 No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon Schools award. [cite news | last=Schatz |first=Carolyn G.| title=Reaching out to students | url=http://www.sbsun.com/search/ci_7460374 | publisher= San Bernardino Sun | date=November 14, 2007 | accessdate= 2007-11-15]

Alma Mater

Hail Alma Mater, Thy colors unfold,
Thy Blue and thy Gray Herald Honors Untold,
Thy Spirit Glorius, Thy sons victorius,
Sing out in praise of thee All Hail, Hail, Hail!

Athletics

San Bernardino Valley College is a member of the Foothill Conference for 11 of it's 12 sports. Wolverine Football is a member of the American Division-Mountain Conference. Each sport has a different competitive alignment within the conference.

SBVC competes with: Antelope Valley College, Barstow Community College, Cerro Coso, Chaffey College, College of the Desert, Compton College (Football Only), Golden West College (Football Only), Los Angeles Harbor College (Football Only), Mount San Jacinto College, Rio Hondo College, San Diego Mesa College (Football Only), Southwestern College (California) (Football Only), and Victor Valley College.

The baseball team plays at both Fiscalini Field and Arrowhead Credit Union Park as sites for their home games. [cite news|url=http://www.sbsun.com/search/ci_9662073|title=Colleges out at home|last=Gardner|first=Michele|date=2008-06-21|work=San Bernardino County Sun|accessdate=2008-06-22]

From 1927-2000 SBVC's mascot was the Indians, since 2000 SBVC's mascot has been the Wolverines, much to the dismay of alumni and area tribes alike.

Fall Sports: * Cross Country (Men's) * Cross Country (Women's) * Soccer (Men's) * Soccer (Women's) * Football * Volleyball (Women's)

Winter Sports: * Basketball (Men's) * Basketball (Women's)

Spring Sports: * Baseball * Softball * Track & Field (Men's) * Track & Field (Women's)

Athletic Championships

San Bernardino Valley College has numerous accomplishments in the field of competitive sports. Below will soon include a listing of those athletic achievements only bestowed on a select few. The author of this section would like to acknowledge the work of alumnae Roger Schmidt and Harry Carson Frye and thank them for their extensive history which provides the base of the information below. Their research is an invaluable source of information on the extensive history of our sports programs.

National Champions

Conference Champions

Athletic Mission Statement

San Bernardino Valley College is a CCC/AA/COA institution and is a member of the Foothill Conference. In concert with the college’s mission and CCC/AA/COA philosophy, the goals of the athletic department are to promote the growth of intellectual, physical and social behaviors of the student-athlete. It is also our goal to create a culture of excellence for our student-athletes that celebrates integrity, diversity, sportsmanship and a strong work ethic.

Notable alumni

* Jack H. Brown, Stater Bros. Chariman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer [http://www.staterbros.com/our_chairman/chairman.html]

* Adonis T. Phillips, DeVry University Regional Director of Career Services Southern California - Metro

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