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NOVA SySTEMic to Offer Virtual NOVA Fab Lab Tour, Feb. 25

February 19, 2021 / Events

Would you like to learn more about the NOVA Fab Lab? Attend this virtual tour and live information session. You will have an opportunity to ask questions, see images and videos of lab activities and receive an overview of programs. This event is open to the public and will be held Thursday, Feb. 25 from … Continued

Save the Dates for President’s Coffee Chats, Feb. 24, March 4 and 19

February 19, 2021 / Events

It’s been wonderful to start a couple mornings each month with you over coffee and conversation. If you haven’t yet signed up for a coffee chat or wish to join another, you can register for the Feb. 24, March 4 or March 19 chats by emailing PresidentsOffice@nvcc.edu. The coffee chats run 8 a.m. until 9 a.m. … Continued

Celebrate Black History Month–Updated List Here!

February 19, 2021 / Events

The events of the past year have brought the continued struggle of Black men and women to the forefront of our minds. This week, we invite members of the NOVA community to participate in an event focused on the acknowledgment of Black lives, the exploration of historical issues of importance to people of African descent … Continued

Last Call for VIVA Open Course Grants–RFP Applications Due Feb. 23

February 19, 2021 / General NOVA News

On behalf of VIVA, Virginia’s academic library consortium, NOVA Libraries are pleased to announce that the Request for Proposals for the next round of VIVA Open Course Grants (formerly Course Redesign Grants) is officially open! Applications are due Feb. 23, and award notification will take place on May 14. VIVA Open Course Grants are designed … Continued

President’s Zoom Office Hours Begin Feb. 22

February 19, 2021 / Events

Please mark your calendars for the first President’s Zoom Office Hours of 2021. The chat box will be open for questions during the sessions, as always. Monday, Feb. 22 9 a.m. — Teaching Faculty Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84671109674 Passcode: 853509 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +13126266799,,84671109674#,,,,*853509#  or +16465588656,,84671109674#,,,,*853509# Or Telephone: … Continued

Search Underway for Chief of Staff

February 19, 2021 / HR News/Training

NOVA has begun the search for a Chief of Staff that will report to and support the President. This position is responsible for synthesizing information from multiple stakeholder groups and college constituencies and preparing reports, presentations, and other communications as assigned by the President. The COS assists in managing priorities within the President’s schedule, including … Continued

Safeguard Your Meetings with Zoom Security Settings

February 19, 2021 / Tech Notes & Training

Just as a reminder, please use your Zoom security options when scheduling a meeting to ensure no unauthorized users can enter your meeting. You have three security features available when you schedule meetings: 1. Add a passcode. This ensures no student can enter without the passcode. You may not need to use this inside your … Continued

NOVA’s Forum Councils: Call for Nominations is Open!

February 19, 2021 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

The Elections and Credentials Committee is now actively seeking nominations for the March Forum Council elections. The Forum Councils, along with the College Senate and the College Committees, create NOVA’s College Forum. Our Forum Councils share a valuable role in college governance by representing and supporting our diverse campus communities and having a voice in … Continued

Important COVID-19 Vaccine Update

February 19, 2021 / General NOVA News

The Commonwealth of Virginia has launched a Statewide Vaccine Pre-Registration System to provide a unified and comprehensive process for people in Virginia to pre-register for the COVID-19 vaccine. As a result, the Virginia Department of Health directed all local health districts to close their pre-registration forms and surveys at 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 12, … Continued