NEW Stop for the B & C NOVA Shuttle Service | Schlesinger Center

NEW Stop for the B & C NOVA Shuttle Service | Schlesinger

Center

Starting on 08/26/14, the NOVA Shuttle B & C routes added a new stop at the Schlesinger center on the Lower Campus, due to the ongoing construction project.

All NOVA students, staff or faculty can ride for FREE by showing their NOVA Card (required to ride).

Please visit https://www.restonlimo.com/nova for real-time shuttle updates

Please visit www.nvcc.edu/shuttle for more details and route schedules

CONTACT:
For more information please contact Robert Johnson Financial & Administrative Services  | 703-425-5753

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AL CAMPUS INTERNSHIP FAIR | OCTOBER 2014

AL CAMPUS INTERNSHIP FAIR | OCTOBER 2014

Hello Everyone!

The Alexandria Campus will be hosting an Internship Fair in October coordinated by Amira Al-Khulaidy, Linda Rodriguez and Marc Henderson. Our goal is to find internship opportunities for our students that have proved academic success and enthusiasm to grow. We have been in touch with a number of non-profits, businesses, non-governmental and governmental agencies to ask that they send a representative to share information about the internship opportunities that exist within their organization. We will be sending out a list of confirmed representatives at some point in September.


Also to prepare students for this fair, we will be coordinating with the Writing Center to make sure that a Resume and Cover Letter Workshop in offered in September as well. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Internship

Event: Internship Fair
Date: Friday, 10 October 2014
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 

Location: NOVA AL Campus
5000 Dawes Avenue
Alexandria, VA | 22311
Room AA-158

Note:Attending students will be asked to dress professionally and have a resume
prepared to share with prospective employers

Contacts:
Amira Al-Khulaidy | 703-575-4701 | aalkhulaidy@nvcc.edu
Linda M. Rodriguez | 703-933-8099 | lirodriguez@nvcc.edu

NOVA Alexandria Campus Fall 2014 Keys to Success Workshop Series Sponsored by NOVA Alexandria Counseling Services

 

NOVA Alexandria Campus

Fall 2014 Keys to Success Workshop Series

Sponsored by NOVA Alexandria Counseling Services

The workshops and special events offered by the counseling department are free and open to all students, faculty, and staff.

P.O.W.E.R. Writing Workshop
DATE: Thursday, September 4, 2014
TIME: 11:00AM-12:30PM
LOCATION: ACE Conference ROOM AA229
PRESENTER: Darlene DuBose, CARE Counselor ddubose@nvcc.edu
Effective writing can help in college, on the job, and in your personal life. Good writing will help you create quality term papers. This writing skills workshop can help you become a better writer by learning about the steps in P.O.W.E.R (Prepare, Organize, Write, Edit, and Revise).

Learning Styles Workshop
DATE: Thursday, September 4, 2014
TIME: 1:00PM-2:30PM
LOCATION: AA443
PRESENTER: Rebeccah Carrier, Counselor rcarrier@nvcc.edu
Have you ever wondered how and why you learn a certain way? Thought about how you study, and how you retain information? Come to the Learning Styles workshop. We will assess what YOUR own learning style may be, tie your style in with left brain/right brain theory, and even look at how colors influence your learning style.

 

OPT Workshop (Optional Practical Training)
DATE: Wednesday, September 10, 2014
TIME: 1:00PM-2:00PM
LOCATION: AA158
PRESENTER: Dr. Twyla Jones, Assistant Coordinator, OIS twjones@nvcc.edu
Are you an F-1 student interested in OPT? Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment for practical training directly related to their major area of study and commensurate with degree level. In this workshop, students will receive information regarding the federal regulations and application steps involved in applying for OPT.

Planning for Success
DATE: Wednesday, September 10, 2014
TIME: 2:00PM-3:00PM
LOCATION: AA 158
2nd DATE: Tuesday, November 11, 2014
TIME: 11:00AM-NOON
LOCATION: AA 158
PRESENTERS: GPS for Success/First Year Advising Staff
“The goal without a plan is just a wish”. This workshop will guide you through the new technology available to assist you in selecting a major and planning your studies from start to graduation.

Teacher Education- Transfer to George Mason University
BECOMING A TEACHER: WHY, WHERE & HOW
DATE: Tuesday, September 16, 2014
TIME: 3:00PM-4:30PM
LOCATION: AA437
PRESENTER: Eva Nolen, Academic Advisor
George Mason University
College of Education & Human Development
Are you interested in becoming a teacher and want to transfer to George Mason? Come to this workshop to learn about teacher education programs, licensure requirements, career opportunities in education, admission requirements and the process for transferring to GMU. For more information contact Alice Hedley at ahedley@nvcc.edu.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion or Ethnocentricism, Racism & Alienation”
Cultivating Our Most Precious Resource @NVCC AL”
“Are We The Realization of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream, The Quintessential Melting Pot, or A Mere Mosaic Facade”?
DATE: Wednesday, September 17, 2014
TIME: 11:00AM-12:15AM
LOCATION: AA127
PRESENTER: Dr. Joseph E. Windham, Professor of History
Come Hear the Words of Various Social Justice Activists, Writers and Expressionists as they are articulated by Dr. Joseph. E. Windham, Professor of History, Liberal Arts Division and applied to your student experience at NOVA.
This will be an Interdisciplinary Presentation, Climate Survey and Open Mic Town Hall Meeting. Come & Participate as We Build Our Green & Gold Academic Community! Co-Sponsored by The AL Diversity Committee, SGA, and All African Student Union.

Resume Skills Workshop- Hosted by Career Services
DATE: Wednesday, September 17, 2014
TIME: 1:00PM-3:00PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTER: Edythe Richards, NOVA Career Counselor, Arlington Employment Center
First impressions mean a lot and your résumé could be your first impression with a future employer. Learn how your résumé can showcase your skills and experiences to get the interview. Participate in this workshop presented by Career Services and learn the basics and do’s/don’ts in creating a résumé.
Physical Theatre
DATE: Thursday, September 18, 2014
TIME: 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTER: Dr. Kate Al-Shamma, Professor of Theatre
This is a workshop in Stage Movement for anyone who wants to increase sensory awareness while presenting in front of any audience or while working with others in groups. This workshop utilizes simple movements, which are performed in groups, to improve listening skills and to strengthen connections among participants. Please dress comfortably and be prepared to take off your shoes!

How Can I Keep My Financial Aid?
DATE: Wednesday, September 24, 2014
TIME: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
LOCATION: AA158
PRESENTERS: Shirley Delgado, SAP Advisor (sdelgado@nvcc.edu), Abid Mahmood, Open Computer Lab Supervisor, and Brian Yeagley (byeagley@nvcc.edu), Academic Advisor
I have financial aid, now what? Have you ever asked yourself how can I keep my financial aid while taking classes at NOVA? What are their expectations?
Come to this workshop and find out what it takes to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Listen to real life experiences. Get ready to be inspired.

Resume Skills Workshop
DATE: Tuesday, September 30, 2014
TIME: 3:00PM-5:00PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTERS: GAP Inc. for Community Colleges (Hosted by Career Services)
First impressions mean a lot and your résumé could be your first impression with a future employer. Learn how your résumé can showcase your skills and experiences to get the interview. Participate in this workshop presented by GAP Inc. for Community Colleges and learn the basics and do’s/don’ts in creating a résumé, from an employer’s perspective!

Earn College Credit for What You Already Know
DATE: Tuesday, October 7, 2014
TIME: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LOCATION: AA159
PRESENTER: Rusty Schaefer, SDV PLACE Adjunct Professor lschaefer@nvcc.edu
Why do you have to take a class in something you already know? Is there any way to get these credits without having to sit through the class? This session will discuss the five methods available for you to put college credit on your transcript with a special focus on the portfolio development process at NOVA. Which of the five methods are best for you? How do you decide which method to use? How do you develop one of these portfolios?
The Prior Learning Activity for Credit Evaluation (PLACE) Program and Student Development (SDV) 298 PLACE course will help you to develop one or more portfolios of your work and life experiences the equate to college-level learning. The PLACE Program and course are ideally suited for adult student with more 10 years of work experience, military (active duty and veterans) and multi-lingual students.

Life after NOVA for International Students
DATE: Wednesday, October 8, 2014
TIME: 1:00PM-2:00PM
LOCATION: AA158
PRESENTER: Dr. Twyla Jones, Assistant Coordinator, OIS twjones@nvcc.edu
This workshop will explore options for international students (F1 visa holders) after graduation or completing their course objectives with NOVA. Options include transferring to four-year colleges or universities as well as continuing to graduate school, for those who may already have completed bachelor degrees overseas.

Being Present, Yoga, and Movement
DATE: Monday, October 20, 2014
TIME: 12:30PM – 1:30PM
LOCATION: AA158
PRESENTER: Professor Tauheeda Yasin
Have you ever felt like you are constantly dragging or tired? Or perhaps you want a more restful sleep or top-to-toe toning?! What about better focus or a sense of calm or even steamier sex (LOL)? You have an opportunity to either dream about the aforementioned or at least think about them by attending the Keys to Success workshop on Being Present, Yoga, and Movement. In the workshop, you will be introduced to the idea of “being present” – whether it is in the midst of taking a test, sitting in class, or while eating. You will be introduced to the concept of a yoga sun salutation and learn a few yoga moves that are good for bringing awareness to the body and busting stress. You will also be introduced to movement exercises that help make you more alert and that provide a boost of energy (they might even help tone your thighs!). We will end the workshop by going through a guided meditation that will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and alive with a new sense of being.
We do not guarantee nor endorse yoga for everyone but we all know that yoga has been the subject of research over the past few decades therapeutically for mental stress, coronary heart disease, stress and stress-induced disorders, as well as decreasing anxiety. The workshop will provide you with information about a few yoga poses that can help you on your journey to healthy living. If you ever wanted to learn more about meditation, presence, or yoga, join us for a light presentation.
Tauheeda Yasin has been practicing yoga and meditation since 2010 and has found that it is especially helpful for stress reduction, body toning, and overall joyful living.

Time Management and Organizational Skills Workshop
DATES: Tuesday, September 9, 2014
TIME: 11:00AM-NOON
LOCATION: AA158
2nd DATE: Wednesday, September 10, 2014
TIME: 2:00PM-3:00PM
LOCATION: AA158
PRESENTERS: Latacha Berluche (lberluche@nvcc.edu) , Counselor for Students with Disabilities and Donnell Smith (ddsmith@nvcc.edu), GPS First Year Advisor
Time management skills are essential to college success as many students have to balance college, employment and family responsibilities. We will discuss time management, organization, benefits of using a planning system, reviewing your classroom contract (syllabus) and important date(s).

Do’s and Don’ts of Goal Setting” Workshop
DATE: Tuesday, October 7, 2014
TIME: 11:00AM-NOON
LOCATION: AA158
DATE: Wednesday, October 8, 2014
TIME: 2:00PM-3:00PM
LOCATION: AA 158
PRESENTERS: GPS for Success/First Year Advising Staff
Learn the fatal mistakes that students often make when setting personal, educational, and professional goals. More importantly, learn how to avoid the pitfalls.

Careers and Majors in Liberal Arts-Faculty Discussion Panel
DATE: October 22,
TIME: 2:00PM-3:30PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTERS: Liberal Arts Faculty Members (Hosted by Career Services)
John F. Kennedy-President of the United States-Degree in History
Sally Ride-Astronaut and first woman in space-Degree in English
Brian Lamb-Founder and retired CEO of C-Span-Degree in Communications
Do you think people do not get jobs with Liberal Arts degrees? Come to a panel presentation with Liberal Arts faculty members and learn about the many options you have with a Liberal Arts degree. Hear from those who have found satisfying and rewarding careers with degrees in Economics, Political Science, Foreign Language and many other Liberal Arts areas.

Transferring Made Easy
DATE: Wednesday November 5, 2014
TIME: 3:00PM-4:00PM
LOCATION: AA460
PRESENTERS: Trevor Blair (tblair@nvcc.edu) and Michael Donnelly (mdonnelly@nvcc.edu), Transfer Counselors
Come to this workshop to learn how to navigate the transfer process. We will discuss the following: Guaranteed Admissions Agreements (GAA), deadlines, choosing between schools and much more!

Careers and Majors in Business- Hosted by Career Services
DATE: Thursday, November 6, 2014
TIME: 2:00PM 3:00PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTER: Steve Suetterlein, Professor, Business Administration (Hosted by Career Services)
Careers and Majors in Business will look at the various job opportunities in the business world. We will show trends in job openings (Management, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Social Media, HR, etc.) and what employers are looking for as an initial hire. These include both hard and soft skills. We will also touch on: Being a lifelong learner to remain relevant in the business world; Corporate culture and the need to fit in; Advantages and disadvantages of changing companies/careers; Certifications versus getting an MBA.

So You Think You Are Ready to Graduate?
NOVA’s Graduation Preparation Program
DATE: Friday, November 7, 2014
TIME: 9:00AM-11:00AM
LOCATION: AA 196
If you are a NOVA student with one or two semesters until degree or certificate completion, then this program is for YOU! Come learn about the steps needed to successfully complete your degree and graduate after the Spring semester (May)! You will also be provided information about how to plan for employment, transfer, and financial aid during your last semester at NOVA. Students who are not planning to graduate next semester but want an early start in their planning may attend as well!

Interviewing Skills Workshop- Hosted by Career Services
DATE: Wednesday, November 19, 2014
TIME: 11:00AM-12:30PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTER: Marjorie Kinnaman, Career Counselor mkinnaman@nvcc.edu
Are you unsure of how to prepare for an interview? Your first interview with an employer can be one of the most important steps in the career process. In this workshop we will discuss important interviewing techniques and strategies to get the job that you want.

Careers & Opportunities in Cyber Security
DATE: Monday, December 1, 2014
TIME: 1:00PM-3:00PM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTER: Margaret Leary, Professor, Information Technology (Hosted by Career Services)
Are you curious about career opportunities and the field of Cybersecurity? Attend this workshop, presented by Margaret Leary, Information Technology Faculty Advisor at the NOVA Alexandria Campus, to learn more about careers in this field! (Please note this is not an academic course advising session for Cyber Security majors).

Interviewing Skills Workshop
DATE: Wednesday, December 3, 2014
TIME: 9:00AM-11:00AM
LOCATION: AA196
PRESENTER: GAP Inc. for Community Colleges (Hosted by Career Services)
Are you unsure of how to prepare for an interview? First impressions are an important first step in the job search and interviewing process. Participate in this workshop presented by GAP Inc. for Community Colleges and learn the basics and do’s/don’ts of interviewing, from an employer’s perspective!

Finals Week Preparation Kickoff: Managing Stress and Test Anxiety
DATE: Thursday, December 4, 2014
TIME: 10:00AM-11:00AM (1st Session)
11:00AM-12:00PM (2nd Session)
LOCATION: AA 158
PRESENTER: Darlene DuBose, Care Counselor ddubose@nvcc.edu
Do you know the difference between stress and anxiety? What should you do when you are feeling stressed out? What not to do when you are feeling stressed out? What should you do when you are feeling overwhelmed? Do you know how to reduce test anxiety? Do you know how to take test? As finals week approaches this workshop will provide tips for studying smart while reducing test anxiety and managing stress levels. In preparation for finals week you do not want to miss this workshop!! For more information be there!

Special Event
NOVA Alexandria Transfer Fair
Thursday, October 23, 2014
10:30AM-12:30PM
LOCATION: 2nd and 3rd Floors (Bisdorf Building)
Come and have the opportunity to meet with representatives from multiple colleges and universities. This is the prime opportunity to receive information directly from the institutions regarding admissions, academics and student life!
Northern Virginia Community College makes every effort to accommodate individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to attend a NOVA event, submit your request to disabilityservices@nvcc.edu preferably 14 days in advance.

Student Services Division
Counseling Services
Bisdorf Building, AA194
3001 N. Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 22311
www.nvcc.edu
703-933-5073
alcounseling@nvcc.edu

NOVA FALL 2014 PARKING PERMITS | on sale “NOW”

NOVA FALL 2014 PARKING PERMITS |on sale “NOW

The NOVA Fall 2014 Parking Permits are now on sale at the Alexandria Campus.  Please come visit Parking Services (AA-189) to purchase your parking permit.

PRICING: download (1)

CONTACT:

For more information, please contact Mike Delchamp | Parking Supervisor | 703-845-6057

NOVA Shuttle Service Update and Expansion!

NOVA Shuttle Service Update and Expansion!

 

Starting Monday, August 18th, the NOVA Shuttle will add 3 new routes to the existing 3 routes.shuttle

Additionally, the inter-campus route between Annandale and Alexandria previously included in Route C will be discontinued due to low ridership.

The new routes, D, E, & F, will provide service from the Manassas, Medical Education, and Loudoun Campuses to nearby Metro Stations and Public Transportation hubs.
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All NOVA students, staff or faculty can ride for FREE by showing their NOVA Card (required to ride).

You can also visit https://www.restonlimo.com/nova for real-time shuttle updates.

Please visit www.nvcc.edu/shuttle for more details and Route schedules.

The BOOKSTORE | Reminders

The BOOKSTORE | Reminders

 Hi Alexandria Campus! 

The Bookstore has a few important reminders.Book sote

The Bookstore has resumed Fall Bookstore Hours which are: 
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

SFA ~ Student Financial Aid: 
SFA will open on Wednesday, August 6th and close on Monday, September 8th. Please make sure to purchase all your fall textbooks and supplies on or before September 8th. Remember you must have a NOVA ID present to purchase using your SFA at the Bookstore. 

Summer Rental Textbooks Due: 
All summer rentals are due back to the Bookstore you rented from by or on Monday, August 11th. Remember WE PAY for shipping! Please note all rentals must be post marked by Monday, August 11th. Please see attached instructions on how to print a shipping label .
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Be in the know, join us on
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nova.alexandria.bkst
STORE WEBSITE: www.nvcc.bncollege.com

CONTACT:
For more information please contact Natalie Garcia | NOVA Alexandria Campus Bookstore |  (703) 671-0043 |SM650@BNCollege.com