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Congressman Goodlatte supports Virginia Western Educational Foundation
Congressman Bob Goodlatte visited Virginia Western on Wednesday to make a donation to its Educational Foundation. Watch the WSLS report here: http://tinyurl.com/3jw72ln
Virginia Western goes green with new campus printing system
ROANOKE — Virginia Western Community College announces a new campus printing system called WEPA (Wireless Everywhere Print Anywhere) that will be available when students begin the Fall Semester on Monday. The new WEPA printing kiosks are being implemented as a way to reduce the college’s… Continue Reading Virginia Western goes green with new campus printing system
Are you looking for a job? Try truck driving
Virginia Western’s Commercial Driver’s License training program is preparing students quickly for a job market that is thriving. Watch the WDBJ7 report here. Learn more about Virginia Western’s CDL training program here.
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 program
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 Norway
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.