Watch “What it Takes to Re-Open Virginia Western”
President Robert Sandel and Vice Presidents Elizabeth Wilmer and Marilyn Herbert-Ashton joined Blue Ridge PBS to discuss the college's fall plans. Continue Reading Watch “What it Takes to Re-Open Virginia Western”Read More
Nursing faculty earn national distinction
Six Virginia Western faculty members have earned the designation of Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), one of the highest distinctions for a nurse educator. Continue Reading Nursing faculty earn national distinctionRead More
A message from President Sandel for Independence Day
I am writing to wish you a happy and safe Independence Day and remind you that Virginia Western Community College will be closed on Friday, July 3 to honor the national holiday. Many of us look forward to this time of year to enjoy a… Continue Reading A message from President Sandel for Independence DayRead More
VWCC to provide mix of online, in-person education for Fall
Virginia Western announces it will provide mixture of Fall classes online with in-person education and training options Prospective students can enroll now for Fall Semester at www.virginiawestern.edu ROANOKE — Virginia Western Community College announces that it will provide a full array of Fall Semester classes… Continue Reading VWCC to provide mix of online, in-person education for FallRead More
Virginia Western closed to honor Juneteenth
In recognition of the importance of the Juneteenth holiday and in alignment with Governor Northam’s announcement of the state holiday, Virginia Western was closed Friday, June 19, 2020. As Governor Northam said, awareness and education are critical to eradicating institutional racism. Join us in reflection as… Continue Reading Virginia Western closed to honor JuneteenthRead More
A message from President Sandel
Virginia Western remains dedicated to diversity and inclusion, and the belief that education is the great equalizer. Continue Reading A message from President SandelRead More
Local Advisory Board and Finance Committee meetings to be held electronically
Virginia Western Community College’s Local Advisory Board will hold an electronic meeting to conduct regular business on Monday, June 1, 2020, in accordance with § 2.2-3708.2 of the Code of Virginia and Chapter 1283 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly. The Finance Committee of the… Continue Reading Local Advisory Board and Finance Committee meetings to be held electronicallyRead More
Watch the 2020 Graduation Video
Virginia Western honored its 2020 graduates and conferred their degrees with a special video message. You can watch it here: Be sure to see special Thank You messages from our students, faculty and staff here: We look forward to honoring our graduates in person when… Continue Reading Watch the 2020 Graduation VideoRead More
Photos from the Virginia Western Chili Cook-Off and Cookie Bake-Off March 9
For more details, see “Winners of Virginia Western Chili Cook-Off and Cookie Bake-Off announced.”Read More
Virginia Western, Ferrum sign new transfer agreement
Ferrum College and Virginia Western Community College signed an agreement Thursday guaranteeing admission into Ferrum College for Virginia Western students who have received an associate degree. Ferrum College also pledged to these students to provide a pathway to receive a four-year degree within two years… Continue Reading Virginia Western, Ferrum sign new transfer agreementRead More
Recent News
- Virginia Western hydroponics program grows high schoolers’ skills October 29, 2025
- Virginia Western hosts campuswide Open House on Oct. 23 October 20, 2025
- Virginia Western announces new Dean of Health Professions, while celebrating legacy of longtime colleague and strength of healthcare programs October 9, 2025
- Oct. 16 event with author Beth Macy will benefit Great Expectations Program October 2, 2025
- ‘Power of Networking’ lecture series kicks off with talk by first-generation Virginia Western graduate September 30, 2025

