Judy Lawless (Hooven, McAuley) passed away on Monday, April 10th. She was a Virginia Western English professor for 30+ years and shaped the lives of many students during her tenure, including the life of her daughter, Sarah Chitwood. A celebration of life will be held on May 20th at Starkey Park South at 3 pm. (Read the full article…)
VCCA Annual Conference is scheduled.
Save the date(s): The Virginia Community Colleges Association (VCCA), the long-established professional development organization that supports Virginia’s Community Colleges, is holding its 39th Annual Conference in Richmond September 27-29. VCCA membership is open to community college faculty, staff, administrative faculty, professional faculty, alumni, board members, and friends of the VCCS. LEARN MORE
Think Outside of the Classroom!
To unlock the full potential of credit for prior learning for adult learners, we need to think outside of our traditional classrooms. Adult learners may have years of learning through work, life and military experience. Finding ways to engage with adult learners is key and shows the adult learner that their knowledge and skills are (Read the full article…)
Spring Fling!
All students and employees are invited to celebrate the coming end of this semester at Spring Fling! Thursday, April 2010:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.STEM Courtyard This year’s event theme is Sustainability and Green Initiatives to celebrate Earth Week! Questions? Contact Natasha Lee – Student Activities Coordinator at NLee@virginiawestern.edu
Free Movie Saturday!
Come celebrate Earth Day in the Arboretum! Saturday, April 22, come watch The Lorax, and support the Horticulture Club and Community Arboretum. Movie starts at dusk. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Sodas, water, candy, and fresh popcorn for sale.