Monthly Archives: February 2014

AL Campus Weekly Announcements, Liberal Arts, LTR, Science Technology & Business, Student Services

SUMMER 2014 NOVA | Study Abroad Program in CHINA

SUMMER 2014 NOVA | Study Abroad Program in CHINA

LANGUAGE STUDIES AND CULTURAL EXPLORATION

May 17 to June 2, 2014

Morning language classes for beginners and those with background

Travel and Excursions in Tianjing, Beijing, Wuyishan, Xiamen, Nanjing and Shanghai

image001 (4)This study abroad program consists of 17-days in China – 6-days in Tianjin where the classroom portion of our intensive language courses will take place and 11-days of cultural exploration in five cities and the continuation of the two intensive language courses with focus on structured practice and application of what our students learned in real life communicative situations with native speakers.

Students will be in intensive language classes 4-hours in the morning in the classrooms and 2.5 hours in the afternoon during cultural classes and cultural excursions as well as one-on-one practice with Chinese college students and the instructor in real life situations and in the evening hours.

The program, open to ALL NOVA students and people from the community, will take place in two stages.  Participants may elect to join us for both of the intensive language study and the cultural exploration programs (5/17 to 6/2/2014) or just the cultural exploration programs (5/22 to 6/2/2014).

Application deadline will be on Wednesday, 5 March 2014

Some scholarships are still available.

CONTACT:

For more information, please contact Dr. Dali Tan |  dtan@nvcc.edu  | 703-933-5078

Schlesinger Center

2014 CHILDREN’S CONCERT | Thursday, 6 March 2014

2014 CHILDREN’S CONCERT | Thursday, 6 March 2014

NOVA-Alexandria to host Children’s Concert Students to take center stage during performance

The NOVA Alexandria Band and the John Adams Elementary Orff Ensemble will perform a variety of musical selections as part of the Children’s Concert. The concert reflects the Alexandria Campus’s commitment to its community and is also a celebration of music education in the city’s local schools.image001 (4)

Among the selections include “The Elephant and the Flea,” “Saxophobia,” “The Whistler and his Dog,”and “Largo al Factotum,” from the opera “The Barber of Seville.”  The evening will include a recognition ceremony for student finalists from the Alexandria City Public Schools in the visual and performing arts categories of the National PTA Reflections Programs.

The Grand Finale will include a combined performance by the NOVA Alexandria Band, the John Adams Elementary Orff Ensemble and area elementary and middle school students. The concert is free and open to the public.

Parking is FREE in the Beauregard Street Garage.

INFORMATION:

Date:            Thursday, 6 March 2014

Time:            7:30 p.m.

Location:     Schlesinger Center | Alexandria Campus

CONTACT:

For more information please contact Lisa C. Eckstein | 703.845.6252 | leckstein@nvcc.edu

 

Student Services

CST-227: Business and Professional Communication

CST-227:  Business and Professional Communication

Time is running out to sign up for 2nd 8-week courses! 

Do you need a 2nd 8-week course? 3-Credits?  CST Credit?

Do you want to learn practical skills for any career?

Do you need to fulfill CST requirements?

Check out CST–227: Business and Professional Communication!   We’ll study resume writing, interview skills, business proposals, and more!  This 3-credit hybrid course meets on Tuesdays.  It’s perfect for anyone who wants to be more competitive in their field!

Hurry!  The class begins March 17th!

SECTIONS:

Tuesdays:         12:30 p.m. – 3:20 p.m. (during the 2nd 8-weeks)

CONTACT:

For more information contact  Professor Meredith Aquila | MAQUILA@NVCC.EDU

0205581854

Schlesinger Center, Student Services

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION 02/25/2015

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

Featuring NOVA Community Chorus with special guests Lisa Edwards Burrs, soprano; Steven Ralph, bass performing “Jazz Mass for Dr. King” by Mark Whitmire and Music by NOVA Big Band NOVA Faculty Jazz Group Dance by The Metropolitan Tap Ensemble.

Poetry and Prose read by Dr. Kate Al-Shamma and NOVA Speech and Drama Students Dr. Joe Windham (reading Langston Hughes).

No tickets are required.  A donation is requested.BlK_History_2014_Ramirez_Flyer_V4-page-0

Date: Tuesday, 25 February 2014

Time: 07:30 Pm.

Location: Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center,

Alexandria Campus
AL Campus Weekly Announcements, Student Services

ALL-HAZARD Procedures Presentation: Friday, 28 February 2014 (NEW TIME!!!)

ALL-HAZARD Procedures Presentation:Friday, 28 February 2014  (NEW TIME!!!)

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In an attempt to prepare faculty and staff at NOVA, the Office of Emergency Management and Planning is offering an “All-Hazards” approach to dealing with emergencies that may affect your classroom or campus.  The discussion will include situations such as fires, terrorist threats, active shooters, and hazardous materials incidents here at the college.

It is HIGHLY recommended that ALL faculty and staff attend this event.

Date: Friday, 28 February 2014

Time: 09:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Location: Bisdorf Building | AA-295

CONTACT:

For more information please contact Thomas Mayhew | Office of Emergency Management and Planning

703-878-4641 | tmayhew@nvcc.edu

 

Student Services

AL CAMPUS COUNCIL OPEN FORUMS | 02/25/2014

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                                                    AL CAMPUS COUNCIL OPEN FORUMS | 02/25/2014

The Alexandria Campus Council hosts Open Forums

Would you like to provide recommendations to Dr. Templin regarding the desired qualifications for the next Provost of the Alexandria Campus?

Are you asking, “What does a Provost do?”

Here is your chance to provide feedback and learn more about the role of the Provost and how their role impacts you and the future of the campus.

The Campus Council looks forward to hearing from you.

Date: Tuesday, 25 February 2014

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Bisdorf Building | AA-196

CONTACT: 

For more information please contact Shannon Ingram | singram@nvcc.edu<mailto:singram@nvcc.edu>

AL Campus Weekly Announcements, Science Technology & Business, Student Services

MEC Exchange Workshop | Tuesday, 04 March 2014

MEC Exchange Workshop | Tuesday, 04 March 2014

Hello!

Medical Education Campus presents…..MEC Exchange Workshop

Do you have questions about applying to the Allied Health or Nursing programs? A representative from the Medical Education campus will be at the Alexandria campus.   This workshop is aimed at increasing your knowledge about the admission process and empowering you to prepare for admission into our Allied Health and Nursing fields.

PERTINENT INFORMATION: MEC Exchange Workshop flyer2013AL-page-0
Date: Tuesday, 04 March 2014
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: AL Campus | Bisdorf Building (AA-342)

You must register for the workshop, Please signup:    http://www.nvcc.edu/campuses-and-centers/medical/exchange/default.aspx

 

 

CONTACT: 

Please contact Trevor Blair | Transfer Counselor 

703-845-6236 | tblair@nvcc.edu<mailto:tblair@nvcc.edu

 

AL Campus Weekly Announcements, Student Services

WOODBRIDGE CAMPUS LAW ENFORCEMENT JOB FAIR |03/05/2014

WOODBRIDGE CAMPUS LAW ENFORCEMENT JOB FAIR | 03/05/2014

Please join us for the upcoming WOODBRIDGE CAMPUS LAW ENFORCEMENT JOB FAIR.

PARTICIPATING AGENCIES:

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

The US Marshals’ Service

We have 27-agencies confirmed!!!

PERTINENT INFORMATION: 
Date: Wednesday, 05 March 2014
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Woodbridge Campus | Seefeldt Building (room 109)

CONTACT: 
For more information please contact Dennis D. Staszak | Asst. Dean – Program Manager | Woodbridge Campus dstaszak@nvcc.edu

mailto:dstaszak@nvcc.edu

|(703) 878-5864

AL Campus Weekly Announcements

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

Date: Tuesday, 25 February 2014BlK_History_2014_Ramirez_Flyer_V4-page-0

Time: 07:30 Pm.
Location: Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center,
Alexandria CampusFeaturing NOVA Community Chorus with special guests Lisa Edwards Burrs, soprano; Steven Ralph, bass performing “Jazz Mass for Dr. King” by Mark Whitmire and Music by NOVA Big Band NOVA Faculty Jazz Group Dance by The Metropolitan Tap Ensemble.

Poetry and Prose read by Dr. Kate Al-Shamma and NOVA Speech and Drama Students Dr. Joe Windham (reading Langston Hughes).

No tickets are required.  A donation is requested.
AL Campus Weekly Announcements, Liberal Arts, Schlesinger Center, Science Technology & Business

STUDENT FINE ART EXHIBITION: Wednesday, 19 February 2014

STUDENT FINE ART EXHIBITION:  Wednesday, 19 February 2014

Please join us for the opening reception & awards ceremony.student show.indd

Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2014
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Tyler Teaching Gallery

***This exhibit begins February 19 and extends until March 7, 2014***

CONTACT:
For more information, please contact William Schran | Assistant Dean Fine
Arts Division of Liberal Arts | 703-845-6075 |
wschran@nvcc.edu mailto:wschran@nvcc.edu