October 15, 2025

To ensure we properly celebrate this incredible milestone during the 2026-2027 academic year, a small team has been meeting to develop a celebration concept designed to honor our past, celebrate our present, and inspire our future. We value your voice and want this celebration to reflect the diverse experiences and contributions of our alumni, students, (Read the full article…)

October 8, 2025

The 42nd Annual VCCA Conference will be held September 30 – October 2, 2026, at the Hotel Madison in Harrisonburg, VA. Save those dates and attend if you can! More information will follow as the dates approach.

The School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences is remembering Sandra Brown Kelly, a career journalist who formerly served as adjunct faculty member and writing center employee. She passed away on Sept. 27 at age 84 after a brief illness. “Sandra was a wonderful teacher, and it was lovely to work with her,” said LASS (Read the full article…)

Thinking about how to afford future education costs–for your child, grandchild, or even yourself? You’re not alone–and we’re here to help! Invest529 will bring you an info-packed webinar that will show you how to save for future education expenses. During this webinar, you’ll learn how an Invest529 account can help you: BONUS: Just for Attending! (Read the full article…)

Thank you to Dr. Treanor and my Virginia Western family for the beautiful peace lily I received after the passing of my mother. It stands as a reminder of her and of the kindness of everyone here at the college. My best,  Tracy Harmon