Virginia Western’s CCAP accepting applications through February 1
Thanks to the private-public community partnership that funds the Community College Access Program (CCAP), 484 students are attending Virginia Western Community College tuition-free this fall. Franklin County second-year student Benjamin Piotrowski is one of 484 students attending Virginia Western tuition-free this fall because of the… Continue Reading Virginia Western’s CCAP accepting applications through February 1Read More
Steel Dynamics partnership empowers apprentices
A hydroponics system was brought to life by Timothy Boyd and Daniel Moran, two students in the College’s Mechatronics program, and sponsored apprentices at Steel Dynamics Roanoke Bar Division (SDI). Their work highlights a growing collaboration between the College and SDI, as well as a… Continue Reading Steel Dynamics partnership empowers apprenticesRead More
Arboretum’s day-to-day operation depends on plant sales
The Community Arboretum’s Poinsettia Sale, open to the public, is Friday, Dec. 5, from 3-6 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Charitable donations, volunteer efforts and plant sales help pay for site improvements and day-to-day operations of the Arboretum. By Allison Taylor… Continue Reading Arboretum’s day-to-day operation depends on plant salesRead More
Opportunity unlocked for Virginia Western business students through University of Alaska Southeast
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) will accept students from Virginia Western Community College who have received an Associate of Science in Business Administration into the UAS Bachelor of Business Administration program. This is designed as a seamless transfer with no loss of college credit. … Continue Reading Opportunity unlocked for Virginia Western business students through University of Alaska Southeast Read More
Virginia Western Educational Foundation announces 2025-26 scholarship recipients
The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation announces that it awarded $198,111 in general scholarships to 121 students attending Virginia Western Community College. In 2024-25, the Educational Foundation also established these new general scholarships: Blue Ridge Wildflower Society Scholarship in Honor of Rich Crites Lottie… Continue Reading Virginia Western Educational Foundation announces 2025-26 scholarship recipientsRead More
Virginia Western staff member receives statewide honor in workforce development
Virginia Western Community College staff member Brittany Boltinghouse has received a statewide accolade for her contributions to workforce development. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) awarded Boltinghouse, who is Virginia Western’s Program Coordinator for Workforce Solutions, with Outstanding Achievement from a “Rising Star.” The award… Continue Reading Virginia Western staff member receives statewide honor in workforce developmentRead More
Virginia Western and Total Action for Progress (TAP) join together to offer Nurse Aide training for certification
Virginia Western Community College and Total Action for Progress (TAP) are pleased to announce an opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals in Roanoke with a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training program at the Roanoke Higher Education Center. The five-and-a-half-week course combines traditional classroom learning with hands-on… Continue Reading Virginia Western and Total Action for Progress (TAP) join together to offer Nurse Aide training for certificationRead More
Virginia Western hydroponics program grows high schoolers’ skills
A five-week program piloted this fall gives students hands-on experience to see how agriculture and technology can combine in today’s workforce. What is green and crunchy -- and might help high schoolers unlock a future career? The answer is all about educational partnerships. Virginia Western… Continue Reading Virginia Western hydroponics program grows high schoolers’ skills Read More
Virginia Western hosts campuswide Open House on Oct. 23
Come see the range of opportunities Virginia Western Community College offers at an open house on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 4 to 7 p.m., starting at the Student Life Center. No registration is required for the event. The open house will showcase opportunities Virginia Western… Continue Reading Virginia Western hosts campuswide Open House on Oct. 23Read More
Virginia Western announces new Dean of Health Professions, while celebrating legacy of longtime colleague and strength of healthcare programs
Virginia Western Community College is pleased to announce that Susan Nolley has been appointed Dean of Health Professions. She will transition to the role on Oct. 10 to facilitate transition with Dean Marty Sullivan, who is retiring Jan. 1, 2026. Nolley was selected through a… Continue Reading Virginia Western announces new Dean of Health Professions, while celebrating legacy of longtime colleague and strength of healthcare programsRead More
Recent News
- Virginia Western’s CCAP accepting applications through February 1 December 11, 2025
- Steel Dynamics partnership empowers apprentices December 10, 2025
- Arboretum’s day-to-day operation depends on plant sales December 1, 2025
- Opportunity unlocked for Virginia Western business students through University of Alaska Southeast November 24, 2025
- Virginia Western Educational Foundation announces 2025-26 scholarship recipients November 20, 2025