Valencia College

Undergraduate School

Mailing Address: 1800 S Kirkman Rd
Orlando, Florida 32811
Phone: (407) 299-5000
Email address: enroll@valenciacollege.edu
Website: https://valenciacollege.edu/
School Information: "From humble beginnings, Valencia College has become an innovative leader in higher education with a reputation for student success. Through a welcoming learning environment and a focus on improving student outcomes, we provide an affordable, quality education to all who apply." The college enrolls over 76,000 students, has over 120 academic programs, and employs over 620 full-time faculty. (Source: https://valenciacollege.edu/about/) (Source: https://valenciacollege.edu/about/facts.php)
General Information: Valencia College previously had provided multiple resources for its students following the death of George Floyd. The college had hosted a virtual series on social justice, focusing on "racial wealth gaps, human trafficking, immigration and civil rights". No mandatory Critical Race Training sessions are required of students. In 2023, the school committed to stopping anti-racist teachings following the new DeSantis law. See developments below:

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Political Actions and Support for Anti-Racism: On January 29, 2023, Valencia College committed to halting diversity training for faculty in order to abide by what is termed as the “Stop Woke” act, which is the new Florida law put in place by Republican Gov. DeSantis.

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Resources: The college's Peace and Justice Institute has hosted a virtual series on social justice, focusing on "racial wealth gaps, human trafficking, immigration and civil rights".

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Last updated July 16th, 2024