April 19, 2023

During our Town Hall meeting on 4/13, someone requested an update on 2022-23 enrollment numbers. While we do not have official information for the academic year as a whole, below you will find enrollment information for Summer 2022, Fall 2022, and Spring 2023 as of 4/17/23. Virginia Western has seen an increase in unduplicated headcount (Read the full article…)

Visit the Arboretum before the end of the month to see the Pinwheels for Prevention on display in the annual beds. This is the 12th year the Community Arboretum has collaborated with Children’s Trust of Roanoke to place the pinwheels during Child Abuse Prevention Month. The pinwheel represents the amazing childhoods we want for all (Read the full article…)

April 17, 2023

Veterans and Military Families, join us for the Veteran-Employer Connection & Military Family Resource Fair, bringing together transitioning service members, veterans, and dedicated local businesses to share in camaraderie, professional development and career networking. This networking event, held on Virginia Western’s main campus aims to expand opportunities for veterans, national guard, and their families to (Read the full article…)

Demand for student loaner laptops has exceeded the library’s supply each semester. As we move forward, we will begin using an application process to ensure that students with financial need and without access to their own computer at home get first priority in the loan process. With help from financial aid and advising, we’re eager (Read the full article…)

Judy Lawless (Hooven, McAuley) passed away on Monday, April 10th. She was a Virginia Western English professor for 30+ years and shaped the lives of many students during her tenure, including the life of her daughter, Sarah Chitwood. A celebration of life will be held on May 20th at Starkey Park South at 3 pm. (Read the full article…)