Antelope Valley College

Celebrating a Legacy of Service 🎉

The Antelope Valley College Board of Trustees recognized retiring faculty and staff during the July 13, 2026 Board of Trustees meeting, celebrating their years of dedication and lasting contributions to the college and its students.

Congratulations to Tina McDermott, Arlette Arlette, Christine Williams, Ron Benedetti, and John Wanko on their well-earned retirement. Thank you for your years of service and the lasting impact you've made on the AVC community.

Pictured left to right: Trustee Michelle Harvey, Board Clerk Michael Rives, Vice President of the Board of Trustees Barbara Gaines, Tina McDermott (Communication Studies), Arlette Arlette (Administrative Coordinator), President of the Board of Trustees Steve Buffalo, Director of Capital Projects Ron Benedetti, Christine Williams (Adjunct Nursing Faculty), John Wanko (Counselor, Office for Students with Disabilities), Student Trustee Roshini Dhiman, Trustee Michael Adams, and Superintendent/President Jennifer Zellet.

Celebrating culture, community, and the incredible achievements of our AVC Puentistas 🎓✨

The '25–'26 Puente End of Year Celebration brought together students, families, mentors, and staff to honor students' growth, perseverance, and success.

From student speakers and awards to mariachi performances and inspiring words from keynote speaker Yosimar Reyes, the evening was filled with pride, joy, and familia.

Congratulations to all graduating Puentistas and Cohort 05 completers. Once a Puentista, always a Puentista 💚💛