Alerts

MESSAGE FROM THE VENTURA COLLEGE PRESIDENT

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Dear Ventura College Students,

Due to the ongoing smoke and ash from nearby fires, most classes will be held online for the remainder of this week (Thursday 01/23/25 & Friday 01/24/25). Please check Canvas and your emails for updates from your instructor.

For information regarding availability of services such as financial aid, admissions & records, and academic counseling, look for an update on the Ventura College website tomorrow by noon.

We understand this may be an inconvenience, but your health and well-being are our top priorities. If you have questions or need assistance accessing your online classes, please contact your instructor directly.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.

Sincerely,

Dr. Claudia Lourido-Habib  

 

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MESSAGE FROM THE VENTURA COLLEGE PRESIDENT

Wednesday, January 22, 2025-2:30 pm

Dear Ventura College Students, 

Due to worsening air quality and anticipated further smoke impacts, Ventura College and East Campus will close for the remainder of the day.

According to local authorities, there is no fire danger to the campuses. This decision is based on health recommendations regarding air quality.

All in-person, online classes, and support services will be closed until the campus reopens. An update regarding campus resuming operations will be provided by 6:30 AM on Thursday, January 23.

You can monitor this fire at - Hughes Fire: http://app.watchduty.org/i/41039  

Air quality recommendations from our Health Center regarding resources for protecting oneself from smoke: 

Sincerely,

Dr. Claudia Lourido-Habib  

 

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MESSAGE FROM THE VENTURA COLLEGE PRESIDENT 

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – 1:15 pm 

Dear Ventura College Students, 

As you may have noticed, smoke from the Hughes Fire near Lake Castaic is visible across Ventura County. We understand that this may be concerning, and we want to assure you that the fire does not pose a threat to Ventura County or our campuses at this time.

Both Ventura College and Ventura College East Campus remain open and fully operational. Your safety and well-being are our highest priorities, and we are closely monitoring updates from local authorities and fire officials.  Masks are being made available for students and staff should they want one in the following locations:

  • Welcome Center
  • ASVC
  • Cafeteria
  • Student Health Center
  • Division Offices
  • Admin Building Welcome Desk
  • East Campus Front Desk

Currently air quality is categorized as moderate. We will continue to monitor and will provide updates as necessary if the conditions change. 

Sincerely,

Dr. Claudia Lourido-Habib