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June 20, 2013

DMV 2 Go – TODAY!

Can't get to the DMV? The DMV is coming here!

The DMV mobile unit will be in parking lot 1 in front of the Natural Science Center on Thursday, June 20th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The wireless office on wheels offers all DMV services:

  • Apply for or renew your ID card - children and adults.
  • Apply for or renew your driver's license - take road and knowledge tests; get your picture taken, reinstate driving privileges.
  • Get a copy of your driving record.
  • Obtain vehicle titles, license plates, decals, transcripts.
  • Order disabled parking placards or plates.
  • Recently moved? Stop in to upgrade your address on your DMV record. At the same time you can update your voter registration address and organ donor status.
  • And much more!

Posted in Campus News

Calendar Tutorials

Want to know more about using the College's online calendar system? Visit any one of the following tutorial sessions in the Business Science Building, room M269:

  • Thursday, June 20 at 1:30 a.m.
  • Monday, June 24 at 10:30 am.
  • Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Want to attend a tutorial but these dates and times don't work for you? Contact Tara Nepper (tnepper@virginiawestern.edu) to have training before June 3oth.

Posted in Campus News

June 19, 2013

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS

VWCC KIDS College 2013 (summer camps for 3rd - 12th grades) Be sure to register today we still have space available - Follow link for more details: http://virginiawestern.edu/summercamps/index.html Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAY WORKSHOPS - Tuesday 6/25-7/2 Duncan Hall Room 103 - Learn how to determine the amount of money you need to retire. Create your own goals for a successful retirment. Eliminate debt and improve cash flow. Class sizes are limited be sure to register today! Advance registration is required. Spouses welcome at no additional charge. Class requires a minimum of 3 registrations or class will be rescheduled or cancelled to run at a later date. Cost $59. Contact Paulette Parkhill 540-857-6514 or pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

Project Management Exam Prep BUSC 2507 class #67186 - AC1 Thursday 07/25/13 - 09/26/13 (6:00pm-9:30pm) or BUSC 2507 - AC2 class #67189 Thursday 10/10/13 - 12/19/13 (6:00pm-9:30pm) Duncan Hall Room 102 - This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts of project management as defined within PMI.org, the accreditation body for project management. Students must furnish their own textbooks. Contact Paulette Parkhill 540-857-6514 or pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

Industrial Maintenance Technician (17 Weeks, 20 Hours/Week, 340 Total Hours) This VWCC Quick Connect Intensive Industrial Maintenance Technician's program introduces students to the knowledge and skills they will need to work in manufacturing or industrial plants. Entry level industrial maintenance technicians call upon a variety of skills in electronics, mechanical and digital systems to repair and maintain large and complex machines. Through on-line, classroom and hands-on training, students will build skills in an array of mechanical, electrical and technological areas including welding and maintenance, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical control systems. Students will use a variety of resources including Tooling University from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. For additional program information, please contact Leah Coffman at 857-6678; James Smith at 857-6273; or contact a VWCC Career Transition Coach at 857-6296 (Deb Squire) or 857-6279 (Amanda Decker).

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Important Dates, Student News, Upcoming Events

DMV 2 Go

Can't get to the DMV? The DMV is coming here!

The DMV mobile unit will be in parking lot 1 in front of the Natural Science Center on Thursday, June 20th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The wireless office on wheels offers all DMV services:

  • Apply for or renew your ID card - children and adults.
  • Apply for or renew your driver's license - take road and knowledge tests; get your picture taken, reinstate driving privileges.
  • Get a copy of your driving record.
  • Obtain vehicle titles, license plates, decals, transcripts.
  • Order disabled parking placards or plates.
  • Recently moved? Stop in to upgrade your address on your DMV record. At the same time you can update your voter registration address and organ donor status.
  • And much more!

Posted in Campus News

Summer 2013 Add/Drop Dates

Last Date to Register/Add a Class

10 Wk Regular Session~ May 22

5W1 Session ~  May 20

5W2 Session ~ June 27

 

Last Date to Drop and Receive a Refund

10 Week Regular Session ~ May 28

5W1 Session ~ May 21

5W2 Session ~ July 1

 

Last Day to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty

10 Week Regular Session ~ June 29

5W1 Session ~  June 6

5W2  Session ~ July 15

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Calendar Tutorials

Want to know more about using the College's online calendar system? Visit any one of the following tutorial sessions in the Business Science Building, room M269:

  • Thursday, June 20 at 1:30 a.m.
  • Monday, June 24 at 10:30 am.
  • Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Want to attend a tutorial but these dates and times don't work for you? Contact Tara Nepper (tnepper@virginiawestern.edu) to have training before June 3oth.

Posted in Campus News

June 18, 2013

Fall Federal Work-Study

If you would like to post a Federal Work-Study (FWS) position for the Fall 2013 term, please submit personnel requisitions to Adam Bailey in the financial aid office as soon as possible.  The Personnel Requisition Form can be found on VWConnect under HR Forms, or email Adam at abailey@virginiawestern.edu to request a copy.

Posted in Campus News

VWCC retiree Ron Coleman has passed away

Former Virginia Western employee Ron Coleman, of Hardy, passed away on June 13. He was 71.
 
Ron came to Virginia Western in 1974 as Assistant Director of Continuing Education and soon after became Director of Continuing Education. Ron also was a professor of History with a particular interest in Civil War history. He continued on to become Dean of Workforce Development until his retirement in 2006.
 
The funeral service was held on Monday at Lake Drive Church of Christ in Vinton. In lieu of flowers, Ron’s family asked that donations be sent to the Helping Hands program of Franklin County, Franklin County Perinatal Education or the Camp Funds of Virginia Christian Camp in care of Lake Drive Church of Christ. Ron enjoyed volunteer work for all these groups.
 
Ron’s obituary can be viewed at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/roanoke/obituary.aspx?n=ronald-lee-coleman&pid=165322345&fhid=5575.
 

Posted in Campus News

June 17, 2013

Online Calendar Tutorial Sessions

Want to know more about using the College's online calendar system? Visit any one of the following tutorial sessions in the Business Science Building, room M269:

  • Thursday, June 20 at 1:30 a.m.
  • Monday, June 24 at 10:30 am.
  • Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Want to attend a tutorial but these dates and times don't work for you? Contact Tara Nepper (tnepper@virginiawestern.edu) to have training before June 3oth.

Posted in Campus News

VWCC Employment Opportunities

Human Resources is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

  • Director of Information and Educational Technologies
    • Deadline:  6/28/2013 by 5pm (EST)
  • Nursing Instructor (RN)
    • Deadline:  6/28/2013 by 5pm (EST)

For more details about our application process and/or to complete the online application, please visit our website:  www.virginiawestern.edu/hr and select "CAREER OPENING".  Feel free to contact HR, 857.7282, with any questions!

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Human Resources News

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