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Coming Soon: New IT Security Awareness Training System – KnowBe4

July 27, 2021 / Tech Notes & Training

Starting in August, the VCCS will transition from the GLS Security Awareness Training system to the KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training system. Everyone including all faculty, staff, P-14s, retirees, student hires, temporary employees, volunteers and vendors working for the College that are issued an NVCC LAN account must complete IT Security Awareness Training within 30 days … Continued

NOVA’s Fall Convocation, August 16!

July 27, 2021 / Uncategorized

NOVA will host its annual fall College Convocation on Monday, August 16 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. This year, Convocation will be available both in person at the Alexandria Campus’ Schlesinger Center or Online. Convocation Program Schedule: Opening and Welcome – Dr. Anne Kress Update on NOVA’s Inclusive Excellence DEI Strategic Plan & Introduction … Continued

COVID Vaccination Clinics – NOVA Alexandria Campus Thru August 13

July 27, 2021 / Uncategorized

The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) and its vaccinating partner Red Sea Homecare Agency (RSHA) are currently offering open vaccine scheduling during the following days and times. NOVA is strongly encouraging everyone who is able to get vaccinated. Schedule your appointment today. CLICK HERE to review the full schedule for the NOVA Alexandria Campus Students may … Continued

Brenda DeRamus’ Passion Project

July 27, 2021 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

“This job is all about building relationships,” Brenda DeRamus explains about working in Emergency Management. “People don’t always understand what our job is; but, if they know you care about them, then they at least know that what we are doing is to help keep them safe.” Brenda has been deputy director for the Office … Continued

HR Training Modules Available

July 27, 2021 / Tech Notes & Training

Human Resources has developed online training modules that are designed to help employees familiarize themselves with key HR processes, as well as to provide important resources. Available Modules There are currently six online HR modules available in Canvas. Please access the training module(s) that are relevant to your role and employment classification, not every employee … Continued

Online Retirement Launching for Eligible VRS Members

July 22, 2021 / HR News/Training

Starting this summer, many VRS members will have the ability to retire online through their secure myVRS accounts, rather than filling out a paper application. If you’re planning to retire in the coming year, the first step is to register your myVRS account if you’ve not already done so. From your account, you can access retirement counseling information, … Continued

Nighthawk Days with G3 Initiative Resources Available, July 22 and 28

July 22, 2021 / Uncategorized

With the fall 2021 session approaching quickly, NOVA is adding two additional Nighthawk Days on Thursday, July 22 and Wednesday, July 28. The additional open house and registration events will also give students and their families an opportunity to learn more about Governor Northam’s G3 Initiative, which makes it possible for Virginians with low or … Continued

Don’t Forget Your Return to Campus IT Appointment

July 22, 2021 / Uncategorized

Return to Campus Timeline for All Returning Employees — As the college transitions back from a remote environment to an on-site work environment for most NVCC Faculty/Staff, it is imperative that the IT assets get work done as they return to the college network. This ensues the safety of the NVCC and VCCS networks. To … Continued

Introducing NOVA’s Office of Recruitment and Admissions (ORA)

July 22, 2021 / General NOVA News

The Division of Student Services is excited to announce that The Office of Recruitment and Admissions (ORA) has been established as a stand-alone unit at NOVA. ORA is responsible for oversight of the college’s outreach, recruitment, admissions on-boarding process and college readiness programs. The office provides support and resource information to traditional and non-traditional prospective … Continued