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NOVA Recognized in DoE Report on Increasing Diversity in Higher Ed.
White House Domestic Policy Council Director Neera Tanden, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and college and university leaders met Thursday, September 28th for an event highlighting the release of the Department of Education’s report, “Strategies for Increasing Diversity and Opportunity in Higher Education.” The report bolsters the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to advancing diversity and opportunity in higher education. NOVA was the only community college represented in this important discussion.
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Nighthawk Determined to Serve Others thru Law Despite his Love of STEM
Jack Woodard’s interest in STEM and science was sparked at a young age by his grandfather, a chemistry professor. Now attending NOVA, Jack is thriving and has developed a strong passion for writing and gives credit to his professors for their invaluable guidance. What stands out about this 17-year-old is his maturity and polished speaking skills.
October 3, 2024
Reinventing Himself: NOVA Student Embraces New Beginnings After Life’s Challenges
For Ryan Thomas Finnegan, it’s never too late to start over. Originally from New England, Ryan first earned an associate degree in science from NOVA in 2008. After experiencing a personal loss that changed his outlook on life, he returned to NOVA years later with a renewed purpose.
September 26, 2024
Meet Aurora Rodriguez, One of NOVA’s Google STARs!
This month is Workforce Development Month, making it a great time to showcase one of NOVA’s many workforce success stories. Meet Aurora Rodriguez! She is among NOVA’s 31 Google STAR (Skilled Trades and Readiness) program graduates.
September 19, 2024
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LATEST PRESS RELEASES
NOVA President Anne Kress Named 2024 ACCT Southern Region CEO
NOVA is excited to be designated as a 2023 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and mobility in their communities.
August 29, 2024
For Fourth Year, NOVA’s Metallica Scholars Initiative Empowers Students Through Scholarships
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) will receive $10,000 as part of the Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI). This marks NOVA's fourth year participating in the program, which has previously provided $175,000 to help transform the lives and futures of our students.
July 30, 2024
NOVA Educational Foundation Partners with Yondr to Support Future Data Center and Engineering Tech Industry Professionals
The NOVA Educational Foundation and Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) are excited to announce their partnership with Yondr, a leading global developer, owner and operator of hyperscale data centers.
June 26, 2024