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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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For Veteran and Current Reservist, NOVA Powers Future Plans
Marine Corps reservist Eric Frank is building his future at NOVA, studying mechanical engineering while balancing work and family. He hopes to transfer to George Mason University and pursue a career in automotive development.
November 14, 2024
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
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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Fairfax City Economic Development and Northern Virginia Community College Launch a Tuition-Free Initiative to Drive Local Workforce Development
Fairfax City Economic Development (FCED) and Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) have launched Upskill Fairfax City, designed to address career readiness and workforce development by offering tuition-free professional certifications and technical training to Fairfax City residents and employees of Fairfax City businesses.
November 18, 2024
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