In light of the terrible tragedy that occurred Tuesday at Bridgewater College we would like to remind everybody to take a moment and review our campus safety protocols. Virginia Western knows that when it comes to safety, we as individuals cannot do it alone.  Safety requires our students, faculty, and staff to remain vigilant in (Read the full article…)

Virginia Western has been awarded an In-Flight Education Downlink from NASA, providing a unique opportunity with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. Virginia Western is the only school in the Southeastern U.S. to be participating in a NASA downlink this spring. Join us for the live watch party! WHEN: Thursday, February 10, 2022. Event (Read the full article…)

Do you want learn more about our Credit for Prior Learning Program or have questions about how your role at VWCC may impact CPL? Join our weekly zoom sessions, for faculty and staff, Tuesdays from 12 noon-1pm. New topics weekly, followed by a Q&A. February 8th – CPL, Myths vs. Facts February 15th – CPL (Read the full article…)

Also known as the Chinese New Year — and as the Spring Festival in China — the celebration marks the end of the Year of the Ox and the start of the Year of the Tiger. A traditional time to honor ancestors and deities, with family reunions and street parades, and fireworks to drive off evil spirits. While (Read the full article…)

February is recognized as Black History Month. The month honors those who have endured centuries of struggle, and those who continue to fight for civil rights. While the first original celebration of Negro History Week was in February 1926, Black History Month was expanded to the entire month of February in 1976, the nation’s bicentennial. (Read the full article…)