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Grand Opening commemorates new STEM Building
Virginia Western Community College welcomed community members from across the Roanoke Region to celebrate the Grand Opening of its new $37-million STEM Building on Thursday. More than 300 attendees heard from local elected officials, business leaders and students about the impact the new facility will… Continue Reading Grand Opening commemorates new STEM Building
Pollard Foundation announces winner of student chef competition
A chef representing a Rocky Mount catering company was awarded a full scholarship to the Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program at Virginia Western Community College on Sept. 28 after triumphing in the 2019 Al Pollard Memorial Gala’s culinary competition. Daniel Lemons, of Center Stage Catering,… Continue Reading Pollard Foundation announces winner of student chef competition
Join us for free talk from national STEM speaker Deanne Bell
Virginia Western Community College invites the public to attend a free talk on Wednesday, Oct. 9 by national expert Deanne Bell on science and technology careers that are far from boring. From her work with NASA to travels in Tibet, Bell has had experiences in… Continue Reading Join us for free talk from national STEM speaker Deanne Bell
“I Persist” panel discussion to inspire and uplift on Sept. 18
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 to inspire and uplift on Sept. 18
New Student Co-Op opens with support from Kroger, Kraft Heinz
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation, in partnership with Kroger and Kraft Heinz, proudly announces the launch of the Virginia Western Student Co-Op fueled by Kroger. This pioneering initiative, the first of its kind at a community college, is aimed at eliminating student food… Continue Reading New Student Co-Op opens with support from Kroger, Kraft Heinz
Upcoming Local Advisory Board and Finance Committee meetings
Virginia Western Community College announces that it will host its full Local Advisory Board meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, in the college’s Natural Science Center. The meeting is open to the public. Individuals interested in attending are asked to contact Amy Balzer… Continue Reading Upcoming Local Advisory Board and Finance Committee meetings