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Compton Signs with NOVA

February 25, 2020 / Our Nighthawks

The Northern Virginia Community College hockey team and head coach Barrett Haga have announced the signing of Jennings Compton for the upcoming 2020-21 season.  Compton, a left-handed shooter from Laurens, S.C., played in the Carolina Hockey League and was a part of the Silver Stick Tournament Championship Team. He was also a captain and a … Continued

Black History Month Panel Discussion at MEC – Today, Feb. 25

February 25, 2020 / Events

Join MEC in the viewing of TEDMED speaker Dorothy Roberts’ talk on the myths of race-based medicine. In this talk Dorothy Roberts, Professor of Africana Studies, and Law & Sociology at the University of Pennsylvania, exposes the myths of race-based medicine. Roberts’ is a recognized international scholar, and social justice advocate. She authored the award … Continued

Professor Jill Mitchell to Speak at SCHEV Awards

February 24, 2020 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

On March 9, 2020, the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and Dominion Energy is honoring Virginia’s outstanding faculty and their superior accomplishments in teaching, research and public service. We are proud of our very own NOVA professor, Jill Mitchell, is slated to speak at this year’s luncheon as one of last year’s Outstanding … Continued

NOVA Fab Lab March Open House

February 24, 2020 / Events

The NOVA Fab Lab is open! Come join us for an Open House! Open to the public with free activities for all age levels. Community members will be able to explore the Fab Lab, watch demos, and participate in hands-on activities involving hand tools, robotics, sewable electronics, and more. DATE: Saturday – March 14th, 2020 … Continued

Members of Congress Explore Manassas Fab Lab

February 24, 2020 / General NOVA News

Last week, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-10th) and Congressman Rob Wittman (R-1st) were given a guided tour of our Battleview Building-based FAB Lab by SySTEMic Program Director Josh Labrie.  President Anne Kress, Provost Chad Knights, College Board Member Zuzana Steen and Government Affairs Director Dana Kauffman also joined-in to introduce the elected officials to the recently … Continued

The Monday Message – A Commitment to Diverse Voices

February 24, 2020 / Uncategorized

In my office, directly to the left of my computer screen, hangs the gorgeous calendar prepared by Annandale’s Student Life. In honor of Black History Month, February is graced by a photo of last year’s “I Have a Dream” Board that was created by the Black Student Alliance. In the anonymity of brightly colored chalk, … Continued

Alarm.com Launches Apprenticeship Program with Northern Virginia Community College

February 24, 2020 / General NOVA News

In cooperation with Northern Virginia Community College, Tysons-based Alarm.com launched an apprenticeship program Friday aimed at producing workers with in-demand tech skills. Supported by the state’s GO Virginia economic development initiative, 10 initial apprentices, including three from the military community, will participate in Alarm.com’s paid yearlong apprenticeship program. They will receive 10 weeks of technical … Continued

How to Create a Professional LinkedIn Profile

February 24, 2020 / HR News/Training

Participants will learn the basic layout of the LinkedIn program, how to complete the demographic content and its interactive functions. Tips to create a professional profile will be offered as well as an introduction to “LinkedIn Learning.” Virtual Class: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm (EST) Register Today Instructor:  Peg O’Hara is … Continued

2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

February 24, 2020 / General NOVA News

2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity Educational technology trends in 2020 will focus on equity, meaning how to use technologies to support learning for all students. These trends include how makerspaces can provide opportunities for inclusive access and student voice, eSports can offer more engagement and opportunities for otherwise disengaged students. Other trends include … Continued