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College in Pleasant Hill, CA. Operating on a semester system.

Pleasant Hill, CA
17K+ students
@diablovalleycollege.edu
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Student guide · Fall 2026 8-Week Session 1

The semester, explained for Diablo Valley College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 8-Week Session 1
Campus terms
12
Local details
15

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 8-Week Session 1 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

14 entries
  1. Fall 2026 8-Week Session 1Relevant now
  2. Fall 2026 Full-Term Session
  3. Fall Semester 2026
  4. Fall 2026 14-Week Session
  5. Fall 2026 12-Week Session
  6. Fall 2026 8-Week Session 2
  7. Spring Semester 2027
  8. Summer 2027 3-Week Session
  9. Summer 2027 9-Week Session
  10. Summer Session 2027
  11. Summer 2027 6-Week Session
  12. Fall Semester 2027
  13. Spring Semester 2028
  14. Summer Session 2028

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Campus language

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12 terms

A

ASDVC
Associated Students of Diablo Valley College, the official student government body.

E

EOPS
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, providing support for students facing economic or educational barriers.
Express Bar
The quick-service coffee and snack bar located in the Norseman area.

I

ICC
Inter-Club Council, the representative body for all campus student clubs.

M

MESA
Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement program for STEM students.

N

Norseman
The student-run fine dining restaurant operated by the Culinary Arts department.

P

Pastry Shop
The student-run bakery selling fresh goods made by culinary students.
PUMA
The Puente, Umoja, MESA, and African American Student Services center/collaboration.

S

SRVC
The San Ramon Valley Campus, DVC's secondary satellite campus location.

T

The Bridge
The pedestrian bridge crossing the pond area connecting the main campus paths.
The Caf
General student shorthand for the main cafeteria area in the Student Union.
The Duck Pond
The central pond area near the library, a common meeting spot and landmark.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

15 details
Add Code
A unique numeric code given by instructors to allow a student to register for a full or waitlisted class.
BFL
Business and Foreign Language building.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where instructors post course materials and assignments.
Clipper
The transit card used for local bus systems like County Connection, often offering student discounts.
dvc_food_pantry
DVC Food Pantry
ET
Engineering Technology building.
FO
Faculty Offices building.
InSite
The centralized online portal used by students for registration, grades, and official email.
LA
Liberal Arts building, where many general education humanities classes are held.
Late Start
Classes that begin mid-semester rather than during the standard first week of the term.
main_street_bistro
Main Street Bistro
norseman_restaurant
Norseman Restaurant
PAC
Performing Arts Center, housing the main theater and music halls.
peet_s_coffee
Peet's Coffee
SSC
Student Services Center, the main hub for admissions, financial aid, and counseling.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 8-Week Session 1 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 15 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
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Associated Students of Diablo Valley College (ASDVC)

The official student government of DVC, responsible for advocating for student interests, funding student activities, and representing the student body on college committees.

Regular commitment

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ICC Executive Board

The leadership team of the Inter-Club Council, responsible for running meetings, managing club funding requests, and organizing major club events like Club Day.

Regular commitment

Source: dvc.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Inter-Club Council (ICC)

A branch of ASDVC composed of representatives from all recognized campus clubs. The ICC provides a forum for clubs, allocates funding, and coordinates campus-wide events.

Invite only

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Club Day

A day each semester where student clubs and organizations set up tables in the main commons to share information and recruit new members.

Drop in any time

Source: dvc.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Resources & spaces

Academic Counseling

Provides academic, career, and personal counseling to help students achieve their educational goals, offering appointments and drop-in sessions.

Open to all

Career Services

Offers resources for job and internship searches, career exploration, and career events to help students pursue their professional goals.

Open to all

Disability Support Services (DSS)

Provides accommodations, specialized counseling, and support services for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to education.

Source: dvc.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Health & Wellness Services

Provides free 24/7 telehealth services (TimelyCare), wellness counseling, and in-person crisis counseling to support student well-being.

Open to all

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Life in Pleasant Hill for Diablo Valley College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Pleasant Hill.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,600

Cost of Living Index

165

Student Population

25,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

County Connection bus system, BART (nearby Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre Station)

Nearest Airports

Oakland International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Buchanan Field Airport (nearby, Concord)

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

60°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 1

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Located near Athletics Facilities at 268 Viking Dr.

Lot 8

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Features an official ballot drop box.

Lot 9

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Restricted access due to construction; primarily for Horticulture and M&O.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Diablo Valley College

Last Day to Drop Full-Term Classes for Refund

September 4, 2026

Online/Campus

Final deadline to drop full-term classes with eligibility for a fee refund or credit.

ASDVC Senator Information Sessions

August 25, 2026

Pleasant Hill Campus

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@diablovalleycollege.edu

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