Foundation News
SBVC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Poncho Sanchez Live at the Greek Theatre
October 20, 2025
San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) hosted Grammy Award-winning Latin jazz artist Poncho Sanchez in concert on October 12 as part of the college's Centennial Celebration and Hispanic Heritage Month programming.
SBVC Football Alumni Classic Kicks off the Season
September 25, 2025
San Bernardino Valley College launched its football season with the Alumni Classic on August 30, drawing a packed crowd of alumni, families, and community supporters. Alongside the action on the field, guests enjoyed the President's BBQ and a lively tailgate on the stadium walkway featuring live music, campus departments, and community partners.
Congressman Pete Aguilar Visits SBVC Clean Energy Programs
September 25, 2025
On Friday, September 12, Congressman Pete Aguilar toured San Bernardino Valley College's Clean Energy / EV Tech Program, highlighting the college's advancements in sustainability and workforce training.
Donor Spotlight: Dr. John Bancroft
September 25, 2025
John Bancroft joined San Bernardino Valley College in 1969 as Director of Counseling. "I wanted to be around students again," he said. "I interviewed for the position, was selected, and I went there as the director. I really loved it there."
San Bernardino Valley College Kicks Off 100th Anniversary with Centennial Celebration
September 25, 2025
San Bernardino Valley College kicked off its 100th anniversary with a Centennial Opening Ceremony and procession during Opening Day. Gonfalons representing each division, a drumline, drill team, mascot Blue, and student-athletes led the celebration along the Centennial Walkway, marked with 100 years in blue.
SBVC Women's Volleyball Gears Up for the 2025 Season
August 20, 2025
After winning back-to-back Inland Empire Athletic Conference championships, San Bernardino Valley College women's volleyball coach Robert Vansant is ready to chase another successful year.
SBVC Foundation Board Retreat Sparks Strategic Vision for the Future
August 19, 2025
On Monday, August 11th, the SBVC Foundation hosted its annual Foundation Board Retreat, a valuable and productive gathering dedicated to advancing the mission of San Bernardino Valley College. Board members engaged in thoughtful discussion on how the Foundation can continue to empower students and strengthen programs that drive their success.
Student Story: Ray Avie Jr.
August 18, 2025
Born in Los Angeles and raised across Southern California, Ray Avie Jr. settled in San Bernardino in 2010 and enrolled at San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) full-time in 2023. Now a proud STEM student at SBVC, Ray is on track to graduate with degrees in mathematics and physics by 2026.