Reminder: Tuesday, 4/21, 12:00PM-1:30PM: Lunch with Ed Hall Student Life Center, 2nd floor, S206 Join us to hear from Ed Hall, Roanoke business leader and philanthropist. Free lunch provided! Upcoming April Events: Thursday, 4/23, 10:30AM-2:00PM: ❀ Spring Fling ❀ Don’t miss our campus-wide picnic & festival! Earn prizes by building and demonstrating your professional skills- stop by the QEP (Read the full article…)
Employer Satisfaction Survey Now Open
Dear Colleagues, Thank you for all you do for Virginia Western. Your work matters, and so does your perspective. Our Virginia Western Employee Satisfaction Survey is now open and will remain available through Friday, May 1st. Please take a few moments to share your experiences and insights. Your feedback plays an important role in how (Read the full article…)
Virginia Western Military Friendly School Gold Status Celebration
Join us as we celebrate a major achievement for Virginia Western Community College! We are proud to announce that Virginia Western has been awarded Military Friendly School Gold Status for the 2026-2027 academic year–a testament to our continued commitment to supporting our military-connected students. To commemorate this accomplishment, we’re hosting a Gold-Themed Celebration and you’re invited! Date: May 5thTime: 0800-1600Location: Courtyard outside (Read the full article…)
Michelle W. Franklin, Carilion Clinic Chief Nursing Officer, Named 2026 Distinguished Alum
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation has named Michelle W. Franklin (’91) as recipient of the College’s 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award. The Distinguished Alumni Award was established in 2006 by the Virginia Western Alumni Association and recognizes Virginia Western Community College alumni and former students who have attained extraordinary distinction in their professional field or life. The award is intended to showcase the diversity of Virginia Western (Read the full article…)
STEM Day puts Learning in K-8 Students’ Hands
STEM Day ignited interest for K-8 students on Saturday, April 11, at Virginia Western Community College. Around 1,250 children and families visited campus for the event, which featured free food, booths and interactive exhibits. Virginia Western faculty members and community partners teamed up to make science, technology, engineering and mathematics subjects accessible and fun. Students (Read the full article…)