This fall Gov. Jay Inslee appointed Castulo “Cus” Arteaga to Yakima Valley College’s Board of Trustees. Arteaga currently serves as the Grandview city administrator, a position he has held since 2010. Previously, he served the City of Grandview as public works director for nine years, assistant public works director for fve years and as a public works maintenance technician for 15 years. In his long history with the City of Grandview, Arteaga has been instrumental in the development and ongoing expansion of YVC’s Grandview Campus. In addition, Arteaga has served on many community boards including Astria Sunnyside Hospital, Yakima County Development Association and Lower Valley Credit Union. “I have lived in Grandview for over 60 years and have also worked for the City of Grandview for approximately 48 of those years,” stated Arteaga. “I have been part of the Castulo 'Cus' Arteaga improvements and/or expansions of the Grandview Campus throughout the years. I have also had the opportunity to witness how YVC can improve one’s ability to live the American Dream by securing a good education. I want to continue to help YVC by advocating and supporting programs that will continue to improve the quality of life for those who attend Yakima Valley College.” Arteaga replaces Robert Ozuna whose term ended on September 30, 2020. His term of ofce is efective October 13, 2020 and ends on September 30, 2023.
Upgrades begin on the Grandview Campus In 2021, Yakima Valley College’s Grandview Campus will welcome upgrades to labs serving multiple academic programs as well as its distance learning classroom, fnancial aid ofce, a computer lab and more. Work on the Grandview Main building totaling approximately $3 million kicked of this fall, with completion expected by summer 2021. “Grandview has seen signifcant growth in recent years,” said Marc Coomer, dean of the Grandview Campus and College & Career Readiness division. “Improvements to our facilities allow us to continue providing high-quality instruction and services to our students, as well as expand course oferings as that growth continues. This project strengthens the educational opportunities available in the lower Yakima Valley.” Included in the remodel are updates to lab spaces used for biology, chemistry, geology and art courses. “The renovation will provide modernized lab facilities for our science classes, making them safer for students and expanding opportunities for innovative teaching and learning,” Coomer continued. “In addition, the update to the Financial Aid Ofce will create a more welcoming environment for students and make it easier for staf to ensure student confdentiality." MH Construction is general contractor for the project and BORArchitecture is the architect. Approximately one-third of the Grandview Main Building will be remodeled during the project. Learn more about YVC’s Grandview Campus.
Renovations to YVC's Grandview Main building began in October.
This project is expected to be completed in summer of 2021.
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