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Today! Join the Language Lounge: Improve and Learn Language Skills

April 26, 2021 / Events

Join us for a Language Lounge session on Monday, April 26 at 4 p.m. Register Here. What is the Language Lounge? The Language Lounge is a platform for NOVA students, staff, faculty and the community to connect speakers of all languages who want to build skills in a different language that they are interested in … Continued

Authentic Assessment in NOVA Courses

April 26, 2021 / General NOVA News

For the 2019 written communication college-wide core learning outcome assessment, Graphic Design asked students to conduct user experience testing of specific websites, (participants navigated a website and made comments on ease of use and the graphics). After evaluating user comments, students made recommendations to improve the usability and design of the website. For more examples … Continued

NOVA’s 2021 Virtual Commencement To Be Held May 5, 6 and 7

April 23, 2021 / General NOVA News

NOVA will celebrate the great achievements of its graduates of the classes of 2020 and 2021. This year’s theme is ‘Believe, Aspire, Achieve.’ This event will be held across three days and is slated for May 5th, May 6th and May 7th. In prioritizing the health and safety of students, their families, faculty and staff, NOVA’s … Continued

COVID-19 Vaccines for International Students

April 23, 2021 / General NOVA News

We have had several inquiries form students and faculty regarding vaccine availability for our international students. As of April 18, all residents over the age of 16 are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination in the Commonwealth of Virginia. All international students may avail themselves of this opportunity. More information and vaccination details can … Continued

NOVA’s Facilities Management Needs Your Assistance

April 23, 2021 / General NOVA News

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has listed Accotink Creek as an “impaired water” due to sediment and chloride impacts to the creek. NOVA’s stormwater permit allows the College to discharge stormwater into Accotink Creek. To reduce the impacts, the DEQ has developed a Sediment Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) and a separate Chloride … Continued

Get Involved with the NOVA Women’s Network, April 28

April 23, 2021 / Events

The NOVA Women’s Network is designed to empower and support women on their path to realizing and achieving full leadership potential through advocacy, networking and professional development opportunities. During the spring 2021 semester, we were pleased to launch our Sips of Inspiration Series. This monthly series occurs during the spring and fall semesters and provides … Continued

2021 Summer Flex Schedule Available. Apply by May 28

April 23, 2021 / HR News/Training

The 2021 Summer Flex Schedule will begin on Monday, June 7, 2021, and end on Saturday, August 7, 2021. Full-time employees will have the option of working one of the following flexible work schedules: Four 10-hour days with one flex day Four 9-hour days and one 4-hour day with four hours of flex one day Please … Continued

AN Catering Students Provide Appreciation Lunch for Local First Responders

April 23, 2021 / Our Nighthawks

On April 20, the Annandale Campus Hospitality Management Program provided an Appreciation Luncheon for three area Fire and Rescue stations. All meals were prepared by Students in the Catering Class. The students chose a South American theme and prepared delicious lunches for thirty-one First Responders. The menu included: Entrée (choice of one) Roast Chicken Thighs … Continued

Showing Support for LGBTQ+ Community With a Day of Silence

April 23, 2021 / General NOVA News

The Day of Silence is a national, student-led demonstration where LGBTQ+ students and allies take a vow of silence to protest the hurtful and harmful effects of harassment and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.  This year, the Day of Silence will be held on Friday, April 23. In honor of the Day of Silence, this … Continued