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Skagit Valley College’s Dr. Gabriel Mast selected for Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship
Dr. Gabriel Mast Skagit Valley College is proud to announce that Dr. Gabriel Mast, vice president of institutional effective and planning, has been selected for the 2025-26 Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship, a highly regarded leadership program through the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence...
SVC President’s Newsletter – June 2025 Issue
The Skagit Valley College President’s Newsletter celebrates our vibrant community each month, highlighting faculty innovation, student success, and key initiatives. Rooted in respect, integrity, and collaboration, it captures the heart of SVC. Dive into the June 24 edition with the link below! View...
Skagit Valley College instructor Keri Palasz brings home silver at international yoga championship
Keri Palasz Skagit Valley College (SVC) instructor Keri Palasz recently represented the U.S. on the world stage—earning 2nd place at the International Yoga Sports Federation (IYSF) World Yoga Championship held April 5-6, 2025, at Limkokwing University in Malaysia.Palasz was also one of 20 athletes...
Two Skagit Valley College students selected for prestigious chemistry research program at WWU
Skagit Valley College (SVC) students Owen Reeder and Camden Losey will spend this summer conducting chemistry research through one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected undergraduate programs—the National Science Foundation-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program at...
Skagit Valley College earns national accreditation for concurrent enrollment program
Skagit Valley College (SVC) has earned national recognition for the quality of its Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP), receiving initial accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), the nation’s only accrediting body for concurrent enrollment programs. SVC...
Skagit Valley College’s Cardinal Craft Brewing program wins two international awards
Skagit Valley College’s Cardinal Craft Brewing (CCB) program earned two major awards at the prestigious 2025 North American Brewers Association (NABA) International Beer Awards, reaffirming the program’s reputation for producing high-quality craft beer—and preparing the next generation of...
SVC to celebrate 2025 graduates at its 98th annual commencement ceremonies
Skagit Valley College’s class of 2025 will walk across the stage for their diplomas, degrees, and certificates this week. SVC is proudly celebrating the 98th graduating class at its four ceremonies. The first ceremony for San Juan Center graduates will be held at Brickworks in Friday Harbor on...
Skagit Valley College, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community celebrate first-ever dəxʷx̌ayəbus SVC Dental Therapy Program graduating class
Skagit Valley College (SVC), the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community (Swinomish Tribe), and students celebrate a major milestone Friday, June 13 as the first-ever graduating class from the dəxʷx̌ayəbus SVC Dental Therapy Program. In total, six students – four from Washington state, one from...
Skagit Valley College Foundation celebrates more than $1.1 million in scholarships at its annual reception May 30
The Skagit Valley College Foundation hosted its annual Scholarship Breakfast on Friday, May 30 at the Swinomish Casino and Lodge. The inspiring morning event celebrated the incredible generosity of its donors and honored SVC students who were awarded more than $1.1 million in scholarships for the...
Skagit Valley College offers Cardinal Hoops Basketball Camp
Skagit Valley College is hosting its annual Cardinal Hoop Basketball Camp for students in grades 2 through 8. The camps will be held at the Dave DuVall Pavilion, 2405 E College Way, Mount Vernon. The basketball camp will take place June 23-25 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and costs $125. “We’re excited...