Biotechnology program earns state-wide honor
Virginia Western Community College’s biotechnology program was honored Tuesday at the State Library of Virginia in Richmond during the Virginia Mathematics & Science Coalition’s Programs that Work awards. The Coalition reviews exemplary programs for which there is evidence of a positive impact on student or… Continue Reading Biotechnology program earns state-wide honorRead More
Virginia Western’s new STEM Facility taking shape
Despite the snow that blanketed the region last week, construction of Virginia Western Community College’s new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Facility is progressing at a rapid pace. In the past two weeks, steel beams were installed, giving passersby an idea of the size… Continue Reading Virginia Western’s new STEM Facility taking shapeRead More
Join us for “I Persist” panel discussion on Feb. 5
Virginia Western Community College invites the public to attend a free discussion, I Persist, where panelists will share inspiring stories of how they overcame obstacles to gain their education and build fulfilling careers and lives. Members of the panel will share their journey, answer questions… Continue Reading Join us for “I Persist” panel discussion on Feb. 5Read More
YOU are helping #MakeCollegePossible
MaLora Bush. Yadav Sapkota. Cody Gump. Alexie Jean-Jacques. Recognize the names of these current or former Virginia Western students? Did you help them take a step further in overcoming life obstacles and achieving their academic goals? Each of these students is deeply thankful for the… Continue Reading YOU are helping #MakeCollegePossibleRead More
Saying thank you to our military and veteran students
As we come to the close of November, the month of Veterans Day and Thanksgiving, it seems to be a fitting time to show appreciation and highlight Virginia Western’s military and veteran students and the resources available to them. For service members, returning home can… Continue Reading Saying thank you to our military and veteran studentsRead More
Rapids Revenge
Roanoke City CCAP and TRiO offices had an idea that turned into a campus wide event. On October 31, 9 AM – 3 PM, there will be a campus-wide scavenger hunt in the spirit of the holiday encouraging students to continue to get to know… Continue Reading Rapids RevengeRead More
Virginia Western chefs assist with ACF Certified Master Chef exam
Virginia Western Community College chefs John Schopp and Ted Polfelt, faculty members in the Al Pollard Culinary Program, recently helped administer the exam as 10 leading chefs from across the United States sought the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Certified Master Chef (CMC) title, the highest… Continue Reading Virginia Western chefs assist with ACF Certified Master Chef examRead More
Virginia Western to host Local Advisory Board meeting September 21
Virginia Western Community College announces that it will host its Local Advisory Board meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 21, in the college’s Natural Science Center. The meeting is open to the public. Individuals interested in attending are asked to contact Amy Balzer at… Continue Reading Virginia Western to host Local Advisory Board meeting September 21Read More
RAMP business accelerator awarded 2nd $40,000 state grant
Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe today announced the awarding of a second $40,000 state grant to support the development of entrepreneurial classes at the RAMP business accelerator in downtown Roanoke. The goal of the state’s Building Entrepreneurial Economies (BEE) grant program is to encourage micro/small business… Continue Reading RAMP business accelerator awarded 2nd $40,000 state grantRead More
Dean Yancey leaving legacy of leadership at Virginia Western
Virginia Western Community College announces, with great gratitude for her service, that Deborah A. Yancey, Dean of the School of Business, Technology and Trades, has stepped away from the college due to health reasons. Yancey, who has been a fixture at Virginia Western for more… Continue Reading Dean Yancey leaving legacy of leadership at Virginia WesternRead More
Recent News
- Military Friendly Survey recognizes Virginia Western with Silver Designation July 2, 2025
- Mural adds artistic note to Virginia Western’s campus June 27, 2025
- Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation reaches initial $15 million goal for unrestricted endowment June 23, 2025
- Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation names new leadership for Board of Directors June 12, 2025
- Virginia Western honors faculty and staff emeriti May 28, 2025