September 14, 2018By

Educational Foundation’s Mansfield honored as artist

Amanda Mansfield, the Director of Philanthropy for the Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation, was honored Wednesday with the 2018 Perry F. Kendig Arts and Culture Award. Co-sponsored by Hollins University and Roanoke College, the Kendig Awards program has recognized distinction in arts and culture… Continue Reading Educational Foundation’s Mansfield honored as artist
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September 12, 2018By

New culinary arts facility impresses crowd at grand opening

Virginia Western Community College and the Roanoke Higher Education Center hosted a grand opening for the newly expanded Claude Moore Educational Complex in the historic Gainsboro Neighborhood of downtown Roanoke on Wednesday. The $6-million-plus expansion created more than 8,000 square feet of state-of-the-art kitchen and… Continue Reading New culinary arts facility impresses crowd at grand opening
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August 30, 2018By

“I Persist” panel discussion on Sept. 19

Virginia Western Community College invites the public to attend a free discussion, I Persist, where panelists will share inspiring stories of how they overcame obstacles to gain their education and build fulfilling careers and lives. Members of the panel will share their journey, answer questions… Continue Reading “I Persist” panel discussion on Sept. 19
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August 17, 2018By

Virginia Western Campus Police accept national Lip Synch Challenge

The Virginia Western Community College Campus Police accepted the national police Lip Synch Challenge and released a video displaying their own singing and dancing skills around campus on Thursday. Viewers can see the video on all of Virginia Western’s social media accounts or directly at:… Continue Reading Virginia Western Campus Police accept national Lip Synch Challenge
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July 23, 2018By

In memory of Pat Rhodes

The Virginia Western family lost a long-standing member on Thursday when long-time facilities manger Pat Rhodes passed away unexpectedly.   In this time of great sadness, please support one another and keep Pat’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers. Pat devoted his career… Continue Reading In memory of Pat Rhodes
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July 19, 2018By

Averett University and Virginia Western Community College Partner in First Articulation Agreement

Today, Averett University President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks and Virginia Western Community College President Dr. Robert Sandel made history as the first partnership between the two schools became official. The presidents signed an articulation agreement making it easier for students who start their education at… Continue Reading Averett University and Virginia Western Community College Partner in First Articulation Agreement
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July 18, 2018By

Virginia Western offers unique online chemistry course this fall

Students will have ability to fulfill lab requirements at home This fall semester, Virginia Western Community College is offering a completely online chemistry course designed with the non-science major in mind. Virginia Western is one of only a few schools within the Virginia Community College… Continue Reading Virginia Western offers unique online chemistry course this fall
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July 17, 2018By

Virginia Western now offering revamped manufacturing programs

Short-term Industrial Maintenance and Machining programs develop in-demand skills Virginia Western Community College’s Workforce Solutions is offering two revamped manufacturing programs starting this summer: Industrial Maintenance and Machining. Both programs consider possible credit for prior learning and offer financial assistance for those who qualify. The… Continue Reading Virginia Western now offering revamped manufacturing programs
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June 6, 2018By

Virginia Western Strategic Fund to honor Dr. Steger

In response to an outpouring of individual requests, the Educational Foundation has established the Virginia Western Educational Foundation Strategic Fund in honor of Dr. Charles W. Steger, Jr. The fund pays tribute to Dr. Steger’s inspiring leadership while Chairman of the Educational Foundation’s Board of… Continue Reading Virginia Western Strategic Fund to honor Dr. Steger
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May 22, 2018By

Friendship Health & Living honored for support of Virginia Western

Friendship Health & Living was recently awarded the 13th Annual Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in Philanthropy. Virginia Western Community College nominated Friendship for its continued support of the college and its students. More than two dozen individuals, families, and businesses from around Virginia have earned… Continue Reading Friendship Health & Living honored for support of Virginia Western
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