Yuba County Office of Education and Yuba College Secure $937,500 Grant to Support Youth Transition to College Life

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

(July 14, 2025) MARYSVILLE, Calif. – The Yuba County Office of Education (YCOE) and Yuba College are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in their ongoing partnership. This collaboration has been instrumental in not only providing access to college coursework but also in uncovering the deeper challenges that young people face as they transition back into the community. Nearly a … Read More

Yuba College hires new Vice President of Instruction

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

(July 8, 2025) MARYSVILLE, Calif. – Dr. Samantha Dana has been hired as the new vice president of instruction at Yuba College and has assumed her role as of Monday, July 7. Her appointment was approved by the Yuba Community College District Board of Trustees. Dana joins Yuba College from Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood, Washington, where she served … Read More

Yuba College hires new Vice President of Student Services

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

(July 2, 2025) MARYSVILLE, Calif. — The Yuba Community College District (YCCD) Board of Trustees selected and approved Karissa Morehouse as Yuba College’s next Vice President of Student Services, a role she has held in an interim capacity since October 2024. “Karissa’s experience in both instruction and student services made her stand out as a candidate,” said Dr. Tawny Dotson, … Read More

Yuba College’s Manufacturing team heads to national championship

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

The team is among the top four of all colleges in the nation competing in the Project MFG Advanced Manufacturing Competition MARYSVILLE, Calif. – Yuba College has made it to the top four in the nation in the Project MFG Advanced Manufacturing Competition, a prestigious and highly competitive tournament that highlights the skills of the next generation of American manufacturers … Read More

Yuba College and National Fitness Campaign install free outdoor Fitness Court®

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

(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

Once a 49er, always a 49er: Yuba College honors the Class of 2025

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(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

Hundreds of eighth-grade girls attend STEM conference at Yuba College

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

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

Honoring the heart of Yuba College: Athletic Hall of Fame’s 25th Class shines again

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(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

Sisters in Softball: An Undefeated Season for Yuba College Sophomores

Chrystal GillmingCollege News, Press Releases

(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

Riley Hang selected to represent Yuba College for State Chancellor’s Office Classified Employee of the Year Award

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(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