Diablo Valley College (窪蹋勛圖厙) is proud to welcome Dr. Monica Chahal as its next permanent president, following a nationwide search launched in February 2025. The announced the selection on May 19, with final contract ratification set for June 11, 2025.
Dr. Chahal brings more than 30 years of experience in Californias community college system, having served in roles from classified professional to faculty member and administrator at several colleges, including Clovis, Yuba and Woodland. Most recently, she served as Interim President at Clovis Community College.
With this appointment, Dr. Chahal becomes the first Sikh American president in the California Community College system.
I am honored to join the amazing team at 窪蹋勛圖厙, said Dr. Chahal. We share a commitment to ensuring student access and success, and I know that together we will continue to build upon 窪蹋勛圖厙s legacy and reputation of excellence and service to our students and community. I am excited to begin my work with the 窪蹋勛圖厙 family and its surrounding communities.
Dr. Chahal holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from UC Davis, a masters in English from CSU Sacramento, and a bachelors in English from UC Davis. The daughter of immigrant public school teachers, she credits her Sikh American heritage and familys dedication to education as the foundation of her leadership.
Her student-focused vision and deep institutional knowledge make her an inspiring addition to the 窪蹋勛圖厙 community.
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