LAVC Valley Weekly - October 6-12, 2025
The LAVC Valley Weekly Student Newsletter highlights campus events and announcement for the week of October 6, 2025. Find out what's happening this week:
Community Self-Defense Workshop
Monday, October 6 from 6-8 p.m.
Monarch Hall (view map)
Councilmember Adrin Nazarian invites you to a free Community Self-Defense Workshop, in collaboration with Bright Star Martial Arts.
Homecoming: Monarch Football Team Meet & Greet
Tuesday, October 7 from 12-1 p.m.
Study Lair – SU 216 (view map)
Get ready to rally behind the Monarchs before their big Homecoming game against Compton College! Meet the team, enjoy free food and drinks, and take part in fun Homecoming activities.
Twilight Tutoring: Evening Study Lounge & Tutoring
Tuesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 9 from 6-10 p.m.
LARC 226 (Second Floor of the Library) (view map)
Need a place to study in the evenings with free coffee, snacks, and tutors? The ARC’s Study Lounge has comfy chairs, couches, tables, and whiteboards. It’s the perfect place to study or connect with a tutor for Anatomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, ESL, Math, Physics, Stat C1000, Statistics 101, or Writing.
Monarch Market's Weekly Food Distribution
Wednesday, October 8 at 11 a.m.
In front of the Unity Center – CC-127 (view map)
The Basic Needs Center holds is weekly food distribution, Monarch Market, every Wednesday. It offers nutritious perishable and nonperishable groceries at no cost, and everyone is welcome.
ASU Presents: Live Human Chess!
Wednesday, October 8 from 1-3 p.m.
Student Union Plaza (view map)
Step onto the board and become the game! Join us for an unforgettable night where YOU are the chess pieces in a life-size battle of strategy and fun. Register to play at Human Live Chess.
National Coming Out Day
Thursday, October 9 from 12-2 p.m.
LAVC Flag Pole & Monarch Square (view map)
Join Basic Needs Center & Rainbow Pride Center for our 4th annual National Coming Out Day. Come celebrate courage, authenticity, and the power of student voices. Everyone is welcomed!
Homecoming: Tailgate & Game (Football vs. Compton College)
Thursday, October 9 from 4 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.
Lot E & Monarch Stadium (view map)
Join us on Thursday for the LAVC Homecoming Tailgate & Game. Enjoy free food for all, plus games, music, and giveaways to show your Monarch pride. Stick around for the big game at 6:00 PM—Go Big Green!
Women's Soccer vs. Antelope Valley College
Friday, October 10 at 4 p.m.
Soccer Field (view map)
Come out and support our Monarchs at a thrilling home game against Antelope Valley College.
LAVC’s Welcome Center is Here to Help You
Need help with enrolling? Looking for answers to your general questions? Stop by the Welcome Center on Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. & Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. (except on holidays).
- In-person assistance - Welcome Center, 1st Floor of the Student Services Center (SSC) (View campus map)
- Chat live - Welcome Center Virtual Lobby (craniumcafe.com)
- Phone - (818) 938-8418 (press 1 for Welcome Center)
Email - @email
Connect with the Arts, Media & Design CAP
Students in the Arts, Media & Design CAP—explore your AMD Canvas site for resources, success tips, and connections with counselors and professors. It should already appear on your Canvas dashboard; if not, you can self-enroll. For more information, contact @email.
Looking for an Open Class? Check LAVC’s Daily Course Listing
Check out our brand-new Daily Course Listing to find classes with open seats, including 8-week late-start classes beginning October 20. You can sort the list by the class status (open or closed), subject, and even by the course name!
Important Academic Dates
Spring 2026 Schedule Available Online
Monday, October 20, 2025
The Spring 2026 Schedule will be posted on the LAVC homepage starting October 20, 2025.
Fall 2025 - 2nd 8-Week Classes Start
Monday, October 27, 2025
Classes begin for 2nd 8-Week classes in the Fall 2025 Semester.
Winter/Spring 2026 – Priority Registration Begins
Monday, October 27, 2025
Registration for Winter 2026 & Spring 2026 terms starts. Log into the Student Portal to find your registration date.
Upcoming Events
3rd Annual Careers in Construction Information Fair
Tuesday, October 14 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Student Union & Monarch Hall
Are you interested in a career in construction? Come to the LACCD Bond Program’s annual Careers in Construction Information Fair to learn more about career opportunities in the construction industry.
College Fair
Wednesday, October 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Monarch Square & Covered Walkway
The Career and Transfer Center invite you to its annual College Fair. Come meet CSU, UC, and Private university representatives to learn about their programs, services, and how to apply.
Warm Meal Thursdays at the Basic Needs Center
Thursday, October 16 at 12 p.m. in front of the Unity Center, CC-127
Enjoy a free meal at Warm Meal Thursday, every Thursday in the Fall semester. No one should go hungry on our campus. Service is first come, first served; one meal per person, while supplies last.
Hispanic Heritage Month Movie Night
Thursday, October 16 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the Unity Center
Join us for Hispanic Heritage Month Movie Night featuring an evening of culture, community, and cinema as we showcase a powerful film highlighting Hispanic stories and voices. Everyone is welcome!
ASU Movie Night: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Thursday, October 16 from 6-8 p.m. in the North Mall Lawn
Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and join us for a magical outdoor screening of the beloved classic E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial! ASO paid members get FREE snacks! Come hang out with friends, enjoy the movie under the stars, and make it a night to remember!
Bus Trip to San Diego State University & UC San Diego
Friday, October 17 from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Are you interested in San Diego State University or UC San Diego? Join the Career/Transfer Center for a university bus trip to explore the campus, learn about admissions requirements, and connect with other peers! The last day to register is Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
Find additional upcoming events at LAVC Calendar of Events.
LACCD encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the event organizer listed in the link above as soon as possible, but no later than ten (10) business days prior to the event.
To view past issues, check the Valley Weekly Newsletter page.