(May 29) MARYSVILLE, Calif. — Yuba College and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) held a ribbon cutting on May 28 for an outdoor Fitness Court® and digital wellness programming at Yuba College’s Marysville campus. This Fitness Court® was developed by Yuba College and NFC to expand fitness opportunities for its Public Safety programs, offering fitness opportunities on campus for both the … Read More
(May 23) Marysville, Calif. – Yuba College held its 2024-25 Celebration of Graduates ceremony on May 16, 2025, recognizing the successful completion of degrees, certificates and credentials of nearly 950 graduates. Yuba College’s graduating class is one of its most diverse to date: nearly half identify as first-generation college students, two-thirds are women and the majority come from communities of … Read More
On April 1, more than 700 eighth-grade girls attended the American Association of University Women’s (AAUW) annual STEM conference at Yuba College. The AAUW has a mission, “to advance equity for women and girls through education and networking within our diverse community.” The event aims to provide role models and STEM classes to young women, with the hopes of opening … Read More
(April 25) Marysville, Calif. – On Saturday, April 26, Yuba College will celebrate a legacy of excellence, resilience and community as it honors four alumni during the 25th annual Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner, Induction Ceremony and Fundraiser. This year’s honorees are Rodney “Ronnie” Hannah (Men’s Basketball), Pete Flores (Track & Field), Gerrard Prince (Men’s Basketball) and Katelyn Noreen (Softball) … Read More
(April 21) Marysville, Calif. – With 18 wins and no losses in conference play, Yuba College’s softball team took the Golden Valley Conference title this weekend, solidifying the team’s place in institution and regional history. Sophomores Danni Farris, Jerzie Brown and Cheyenne Lamar have emerged as team leaders, guiding the 49ers to a 21-game winning streak, the best of any … Read More
(March 21, 2025) Marysville, CA – Yuba College’s Riley Hang Instructional Associate for College Success was nominated by her peers and selected by the Yuba Community College District Board to represent YCCD at the State Chancellor’s Employee of the Year (CEOY) Awards. Hang serves as part of Yuba College’s tutoring team and is known for consistently going above and beyond … Read More
(March 19) Marysville, CA – It’s because of Yuba College’s summer volleyball camp that Kellie Tongson fell in love with the sport. During the Thea Post era (volleyball coach from 1986-2005), it was Tongson’s impressionable experience as a young camper that kicked off a playing career that ultimately led to coaching. “That was a big piece of our summers,” Tongson … Read More
(March 14, 2025) Marysville, Calif. – Growing up, Pete Afato couldn’t wait to leave Yuba City and see the world beyond California. His soccer skills took him on an unforgettable journey across the country, but it was only when he was far from home that he truly developed a deep sense of pride in his roots. Afato’s love for soccer … Read More
Pioneers of the Court: Yuba College’s 49ers Women’s Basketball Team rallies toward historic season (February 10) Marysville, Calif. – While the prospectors of the Gold Rush era often faced a lonely and uncelebrated existence, today’s pioneers at Yuba College—the 49ers Women’s Basketball team—are carving out their own history of perseverance deserving of recognition. There’s a growing buzz around the women’s team, … Read More
(January 23) Marysville, Calif. – There is something for everyone at Yuba College, as evidenced by the plethora of resources, clubs, enthusiastic staff and fanfare during its “Super Saturday” event, held on January 11 at the Marysville campus. The open-house-style event brought more than 250 members of the community out to experience … Read More
