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Dr. Laura Treanor selected for president of Virginia Western Community College
Dr. David Doré, Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System, announced today that he has appointed Dr. Laura Treanor to become the fifth president of Virginia Western Community College. Dr. Treanor’s selection concludes a search that attracted 61 candidates nationwide. Her service as president at… Continue Reading Dr. Laura Treanor selected for president of Virginia Western Community College
Mural adds artistic note to Virginia Western’s campus
Virginia Western Community College has added a new mural on the side of Chapman Hall. Continue Reading Mural adds artistic note to Virginia Western’s campus
Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation reaches initial $15 million goal for unrestricted endowment
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation has reached its initial $15 million fundraising goal for an unrestricted endowment fund, known as the Virginia Western Forward Fund: a vision of Dr. Charles W. Steger, Jr., which will support the College's long-range strategic goals and positively… Continue Reading Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation reaches initial $15 million goal for unrestricted endowment Continue Reading Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation reaches initial $15 million goal for unrestricted endowment
Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation names new leadership for Board of Directors
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation has named new Board of Directors leadership as of June 2025. Russ Ellett has been named Board Chair and W. Heywood Fralin Board Vice Chair. Joseph Gaither In addition, Edwin “Ed” C. Hall has moved to Director Emeriti… Continue Reading Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation names new leadership for Board of Directors
Virginia Western honors faculty and staff emeriti
Virginia Western Community College has granted emeritus designation to three longtime faculty and staff members, who were honored at a reception May 8 and recognized at Commencement on May 9. Continue Reading Virginia Western honors faculty and staff emeriti
Tuition and Fees to Increase Fall 2025
The State Board for Virginia’s Community Colleges voted May 22, 2025 to set tuition and mandatory educational and general (E&G) fees for the academic year that begins with the Fall 2025 semester. For in-state students, tuition and mandatory E&G fees will increase $4.90 per credit… Continue Reading Tuition and Fees to Increase Fall 2025
Virginia Western Community College and James Madison University announce articulation agreement for biotechnology students
Virginia Western Community College and James Madison University signed an articulation agreement on Monday, May 19, that will result in a seamless transition for students focusing on the field of biotechnology. Continue Reading Virginia Western Community College and James Madison University announce articulation agreement for biotechnology students