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Pandemic increases student emergency needs at Virginia Western
When spring classes at Virginia Western Community College were abruptly moved online last spring, many students found themselves unequipped to continue learning. Many didn’t have personal computers or internet service, and they didn’t have the finances to pay for these new necessities. That was the… Continue Reading Pandemic increases student emergency needs at Virginia Western
In honor of Rachelle Koudelik-Jones (1976-2020)
Virginia Western Dean of Institutional Effectiveness Rachelle Koudelik-Jones passed away peacefully on Saturday following a courageous battle with cancer. To read Rachelle's obituary and find information about the celebration of her life, please visit this post. Continue Reading In honor of Rachelle Koudelik-Jones (1976-2020)
Virginia Western announces new cohort of Fralin Futures STEM-H scholarship recipients
After a successful pilot year, the Virginia Western Community Educational Foundation expanded the Fralin Futures STEM-H Scholarship program, doubling the number of recipients for 2020-21. Twenty-six students were named to the 2020-21 Fralin Scholars cohort and will receive financial and academic resources to assist them… Continue Reading Virginia Western announces new cohort of Fralin Futures STEM-H scholarship recipients
Virginia Western announces donations from Kroger and Kraft Heinz to renew support for Student Co-Op
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation announces a $20,000 combined donation from Kroger and Kraft Heinz to renew support of the Virginia Western Student Co-Op fueled by Kroger. The Student Co-Op, which launched on campus in Fall Semester 2019, is aimed at eliminating student… Continue Reading Virginia Western announces donations from Kroger and Kraft Heinz to renew support for Student Co-Op
Virginia Western announces upcoming Local Advisory Board meetings
Virginia Western Community College’s Local Advisory Board will hold an electronic meeting to conduct regular business at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, in accordance with § 2.2-3708.2 of the Code of Virginia and Chapter 1283 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly. The Executive… Continue Reading Virginia Western announces upcoming Local Advisory Board meetings
Dean of Institutional Effectiveness is a leader and a friend to count on
Virginia Western's Rachelle Koudelik-Jones inspires colleagues as she helps chart a strong path for the college. Continue Reading Dean of Institutional Effectiveness is a leader and a friend to count on