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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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NOVA Workforce Celebrates 6 New Licensed Practical Nurse Graduates

NOVA Workforce celebrated the graduation of six Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) students in a pinning ceremony at the Loudoun Campus. These graduates are the first cohort of NOVA’s new LPN program, launched to address regional healthcare shortages. The event included speeches, pinning by family members, and heartfelt appreciation for their mentor, Amanda Wills.

November 11, 2024

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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

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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

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Nvolve Partners with NOVA’s Biotech Program to Support Student Success and Workforce Development in Biotechnology

Nvolve, Inc. is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Northern Virginia Community College’s (NOVA) Biotechnology Leadership in Education (NOBLE) Project, housed at NOVA’s Manassas Campus in Prince William County.

November 12, 2024

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