May 26, 2015By

Plastics One supports Virginia Western’s Community College Access Program with $100,000 gift

Virginia Western Community College’s Educational Foundation held a naming ceremony for the Plastics One Student Information Center, in recognition of a $100,000 contribution by Plastics One to support Virginia Western’s Community College Access Program. A check presentation and reception was held onsite May 20 at the… Continue Reading Plastics One supports Virginia Western’s Community College Access Program with $100,000 gift
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April 13, 2015By

New study shows economic impact of Virginia Western on region

A new study shows that Virginia Western Community College creates a significant positive impact on the region’s economy, generating a strong return on investment for students, society and taxpayers. Demonstrating the Economic Value of Virginia Western Community College, which was conducted by Economic Modeling Specialists… Continue Reading New study shows economic impact of Virginia Western on region
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March 26, 2015By

Yancey named Virginia Western 2015 Distinguished Alumni

The Virginia Western Educational Foundation is pleased to recognize Deborah A. Yancey, Class of ’97 and ’98, as its 2015 Distinguished Alumni.  The award was presented at the Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation Annual Awards Ceremony, held March 25.  Yancey received the award from… Continue Reading Yancey named Virginia Western 2015 Distinguished Alumni
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March 20, 2015By

Virginia Western racquetball team wraps up season strong

The Virginia Western Community College racquetball team finishes its first season in the MidAtlantic Collegiate Racquetball Conference in seventh place out of 15 teams. The conference is open to colleges and universities in Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Delaware, West Virginia, east Tennessee and the District of… Continue Reading Virginia Western racquetball team wraps up season strong
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February 19, 2015By

Richard J. Gaynor Memorial Scholarship to honor service of Virginia Western professor

The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation has established a new scholarship fund, The Richard J. Gaynor Memorial Scholarship, in honor of Richard (Rich) Gaynor, a professor of mental health technology from Salem who loyally served the College for 33 years and passed away Feb.… Continue Reading Richard J. Gaynor Memorial Scholarship to honor service of Virginia Western professor
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February 11, 2015By

Virginia Western to launch Medical Laboratory Technology program

Virginia Western Community College announces the launch of a Medical Laboratory Technology program in the Fall Semester 2015. The program will fill a growing need in the Roanoke Region’s thriving healthcare industry and provide students opportunities to begin strong careers in the medical field. The… Continue Reading Virginia Western to launch Medical Laboratory Technology program
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January 21, 2015By

Virginia Western Educational Foundation announces 2015 Board of Directors

The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation is pleased to announce new members and officers for its 2015 Board of Directors. The board members, who offer guidance and expertise on campaigns such as the Community College Access Program (CCAP), include leaders from a wide array… Continue Reading Virginia Western Educational Foundation announces 2015 Board of Directors
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December 11, 2014By

Virginia Western among participants in Governor McAuliffe’s credentialing program for high-demand sectors

Commonwealth’s $500,000 investment will help 500 Virginians earn credentials through incentive program Governor Terry McAuliffe announced Thursday that seven of Virginia’s Community Colleges, including Virginia Western Community College, will receive direct incentives totaling $500,000 for student completion of credentials identified regionally as high-demand by business… Continue Reading Virginia Western among participants in Governor McAuliffe’s credentialing program for high-demand sectors
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December 5, 2014By

Virginia Western librarian awarded prestigious national public service honor

Hurt is one of only 10 to receive Carnegie Corporation/New York Times-sponsored award On Tuesday at a ceremony in New York, Virginia Western Community College librarian Lynn Hancock Hurt received the Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times I Love My Librarian Award for her… Continue Reading Virginia Western librarian awarded prestigious national public service honor
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November 24, 2014By

Virginia Western announces expanded offerings for Franklin Center

Virginia Western Community College is providing greatly expanded coursework, training, services and transfer opportunities at the Franklin Center in Rocky Mount, including new classes for the Spring Semester 2015. As the primary community college serving Franklin County, Virginia Western is helping make the Franklin Center… Continue Reading Virginia Western announces expanded offerings for Franklin Center
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