Virginia Western first in state to offer new mechatronic certification program
ROANOKE — Virginia Western Community College is now the first college in the state to offer certification as a Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Assistant. Beginning this fall, students will be able to begin the coursework that will teach them efficient operation of complex mechatronic systems… Continue Reading Virginia Western first in state to offer new mechatronic certification programRead More
Virginia Western professor to discuss experiences living, teaching in Norway
ROANOKE — David Wheat, at long-time adjunct economics professor at Virginia Western Community College, will discuss his experiences living and teaching in Norway from 4-6 p.m. on Friday. His talk, which is open and free to the public, will be held at the Greenfield Education… Continue Reading Virginia Western professor to discuss experiences living, teaching in NorwayRead More
Are the region’s education, business sectors making the grade?
Panelists from the Roanoke Valley’s business and education sectors discuss how they work together, and the importance of partnerships between Virginia Western and the community. Read the full article at: http://www.roanoke.com/business/wb/293810.Read More
Virginia Western Developing State’s Geospatial Workforce Through Partnership
Virginia Western Community College is partnering with colleges throughout Virginia to help develop the state’s workforce in the growing geospatial industry. The geospatial industry, encompassing geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), remote sensing, and the emerging technologies and applications that support the collection,… Continue Reading Virginia Western Developing State’s Geospatial Workforce Through PartnershipRead More
Al Pollard Memorial Foundation Honored with 2011 Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in Philanthropy
The Al Pollard Memorial Foundation of Roanoke has earned the 2011 Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in Philanthropy. Virginia Western Community College nominated the Pollard Foundation for the statewide award, which was given at a luncheon ceremony at the Country Club of Virginia on April 19.… Continue Reading Al Pollard Memorial Foundation Honored with 2011 Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in PhilanthropyRead More
Virginia Western Educational Foundation partners with Kroger, Stop In Food Stores to make college a reality for local students
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation, Inc., announces a new partnership with Kroger and Stop In Food Stores to make May the Community College Access Program (CCAP) Month. Throughout the Roanoke Valley, customers will have the opportunity to support CCAP, which helps area high… Continue Reading Virginia Western Educational Foundation partners with Kroger, Stop In Food Stores to make college a reality for local studentsRead More
Communication Design Student Show at the Taubman Museum of Art
The Art Department is proud to announce that the Communication Design Student Show will be held at the Taubman Museum of Art April 22 – April 28, 2011. The reception will be on Thursday, April 28 from 5 – 7 PM on the First Floor… Continue Reading Communication Design Student Show at the Taubman Museum of ArtRead More
Virginia Western Educational Foundation Offers $150,000 in Scholarships
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation, Inc., is offering more than $150,000 in scholarship opportunities for students applying to attend Virginia Western during the upcoming academic year. More than 120 scholarships in total will be distributed. Prospective and current students can apply now for… Continue Reading Virginia Western Educational Foundation Offers $150,000 in ScholarshipsRead More
Virginia Western to Celebrate Earth Week
Virginia Western Community College is inviting members of the public to participate in its Earth Week celebration beginning Monday. A series of guest seminars and films will illuminate green practices on individual, business and community levels that can make major impacts on our world. The… Continue Reading Virginia Western to Celebrate Earth WeekRead More
Grant helps Virginia Western make English lessons accessible to all
Through a renewed grant, Foundation for Roanoke Valley is supporting Virginia Western Community College in its endeavor to help non-native individuals living in the Roanoke Valley hone their English skills. The Katherine Nelson Fishburn Foundation Fund is providing $1,000 to the Virginia Western Community College… Continue Reading Grant helps Virginia Western make English lessons accessible to allRead More
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