Although NOVA’s buildings are closed and the college is operating remotely, NOVA’s police officers are still working hard monitoring our campuses, assisting people who have been authorized by their Provosts to access their building and catching up on paperwork, etc. As sworn law enforcement officers, NOVA’s police are required to complete professional training every two … Continued
TIP #3: Prioritize Communication Remote employees can often feel like they are left out of the loop. As such, it is important for supervisors to communicate on a daily basis. Consider scheduling a daily check-in to see how employees are doing with this new working arrangement and if you can do anything to help them … Continued
In working to get necessary resources back to students, the Parking and NOVACard Services Department, with the support of college leadership, offered 100% refunds on all active Spring 2020 Parking permits to minimize the financial impact on students as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Understanding that students are adjusting to remote learning, NOVA employees … Continued
Celebrate National Poetry Month and submit a book spine haiku poem to the Third Annual Annandale Campus Library Socially Distant Book Spine Haiku Contest! Faculty and staff from all campuses can enter. Browse the library catalog at www.nvcc.edu/library to find three book and/or video titles that appeal to your poetic sensibilities and together create a … Continued
NOVA SySTEMic IET and NOVA Workforce will be hosting Mock Interviews with Digital Realty for NOVA Students. Refine your interviewing skills and receive valuable feedback to help you land your dream job at a Data Center. Submit a copy of your latest resume and dress to impress in business attire for your virtual interview. Please … Continued
NOVA’s Sexual Assault Services presents: The Clothesline Project, a powerful visual display to educate students and the community that violence is a problem everywhere and there is always hope because help toward the path to healing is available. Would you like to show your support for those who have been impacted by sexual and domestic … Continued
Update: COVID-19 Provisions Regarding Flexible Spending Account The recently signed Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provides two updates that may be beneficial to participants in the state’s Health Flexible Spending Account. As part of the legislation, many medications are now over-the-counter and no longer require a prescription from a physician and feminine … Continued
TIP #2: Demonstrate a Collaborative Culture Employees tend to be more engaged when they feel like they are part of a team. While they are working from home, it can be hard to feel engaged. Even though we may not be in the office together, we are all working together toward a common goal!
On Thursday, April 9th, one Zoom room was bombarded by students waving their virtual hands for an opportunity to have their likeness drawn by a professional. Student Life joined forces with Adam Pate to offer Speed Caricatures for students and their families. For two hours, Adam invited students into a virtual art space, chatting with … Continued
Community college crafters are a resilient group. Being on lock down only fuels their creative juices. The fall semester’s “Annandale Library Yarn Storm Group” reassembled as soon as the campuses went remote. The group meets virtually every Friday morning to plot and plan projects that will help the community. Working only with materials in their … Continued
