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RRHA to receive Award of Merit for innovative workforce development in partnership with Virginia Western
The City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority is proud to announce it has been selected to receive an Award of Merit from the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) in the 2025 Community Innovation Awards Program. This national recognition honors the successful… Continue Reading RRHA to receive Award of Merit for innovative workforce development in partnership with Virginia Western
Roanoke College, Virginia Western Community College partner on new biotechnology degree program
Roanoke College and Virginia Western Community College are collaborating to launch a four-year biotechnology degree program that will support the region’s growing biotech corridor. Beginning this fall, the program will create a clear path for students at both institutions to gain the advanced skills and… Continue Reading Roanoke College, Virginia Western Community College partner on new biotechnology degree program
Virginia Western’s Radiation Oncology Program awarded continuing accreditation for 8 years
Virginia Western’s Radiation Oncology Program has been awarded the highest possible level of accreditation by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), receiving continuing accreditation for eight years. The two-year Associate of Applied Science degree program in Radiation Oncology prepares students to… Continue Reading Virginia Western’s Radiation Oncology Program awarded continuing accreditation for 8 years
Virginia Western Nursing Program gains Continuing Accreditation through 2032
Virginia Western Community College's Nursing Program is positioned for the future, achieving Continuing Accreditation status through 2032. The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) bestowed the designation on the Associate of Applied Science degree program. Continue Reading Virginia Western Nursing Program gains Continuing Accreditation through… Continue Reading Virginia Western Nursing Program gains Continuing Accreditation through 2032
Military Friendly Survey recognizes Virginia Western with Silver Designation
Virginia Western Community College has been recognized with a Silver Designation during assessment by the Military Friendly Survey. In the 2025-2026 survey cycle, Virginia Western received the award or rank of Friendly, with Silver Status, in the Large Community College category. The College also has… Continue Reading Military Friendly Survey recognizes Virginia Western with Silver Designation
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