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Virginia Western names Barrett first Endowed Teaching Chair
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation has awarded its first Endowed Teaching Chair to Cristin Barrett, an assistant professor of mathematics at Virginia Western Community College. Barrett is the first recipient of the Donald G. Smith Endowed Teaching Chair, an honor named for… Continue Reading Virginia Western names Barrett first Endowed Teaching Chair
Virginia Western to host free opening reception on Sept. 10 for unique student art exhibit
Virginia Western Community College invites the public to a free opening reception with refreshments for a unique student art exhibit that will highlight the connection between the sciences and art. LENS: Magnifying Biology Through Art will demonstrate how creativity interplays with scientific discovery. WHAT: LENS:… Continue Reading Virginia Western to host free opening reception on Sept. 10 for unique student art exhibit
Sandel: Grant funds provide training for the next generation of engineers
There is a growing awareness in the Roanoke Valley of the impact that technological innovation has on economic competitiveness and the emerging demand for a skilled workforce. At Virginia Western Community College, we are responding to the need by transforming the scale and scope of… Continue Reading Sandel: Grant funds provide training for the next generation of engineers
Virginia Western art professor Thomas to debut new work at California showcase
Virginia Western Community College art professor Sue Steele Thomas will debut several new pieces including works featuring famous Italian marques at the Automotive Fine Arts Society (AFAS) exhibit during the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on August 16 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The AFAS… Continue Reading Virginia Western art professor Thomas to debut new work at California showcase
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
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