Digital archives preserve Virginia Western’s past
Yearbooks, newspapers and catalogs from throughout Virginia Western's nearly 60-year history have been digitized and are now available to search, view and share. As part of a collaborative project with the Library of Virginia in Richmond, the College was able to digitize the collection that… Continue Reading Digital archives preserve Virginia Western’s pastRead More
Altec internship proves key piece of engineer’s academic journey
By Karenna Glover For as long as he can remember, Kevin Austin has always been a mathematical, analytical thinker. As a student at James River High School, Austin attended the Botetourt Technical Education Center (BTEC), and that’s where he connected his problem-solving mindset to a… Continue Reading Altec internship proves key piece of engineer’s academic journeyRead More
Support propels career in Surgical Technology
By Allison Taylor Onaca Umak had originally planned to study nursing at Virginia Western, but after applying to the program, she learned she was missing a prerequisite course. That was far from the end of her healthcare education at the College, however. Guided by her… Continue Reading Support propels career in Surgical TechnologyRead 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
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
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 DesignationRead More
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 campusRead More
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 Read More
Virginia Western adds 939 new alumni
For the 2024-2025 annual year, Virginia Western welcomed 939 people to its growing alumni network. These students earned a total of 1,123 awards. Continue Reading Virginia Western adds 939 new alumniRead More
Recent News
- Digital archives preserve Virginia Western’s past December 29, 2025
- Altec internship proves key piece of engineer’s academic journey December 22, 2025
- Support propels career in Surgical Technology December 15, 2025
- Virginia Western’s CCAP accepting applications through February 1 December 11, 2025
- Steel Dynamics partnership empowers apprentices December 10, 2025