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Kimmy Duong Foundation Awards Scholarships to Six NOVA Students

September 23, 2021 / Our Nighthawks

Six NOVA students were recognized by the Kimmy Duong Foundation (KDF) with scholarships at an awards ceremony on Saturday, August 21 in Reston. NOVA President Anne M. Kress and NOVA Foundation Executive Director Kelly Persons attended the ceremony, which celebrated 68 scholarship recipients from seven, local colleges and universities. The KDF is in its 4th … Continued

It’s Here! NOVAnet on SharePoint Online!

September 23, 2021 / Tech Notes & Training

We are excited to launch NOVAnet on SharePoint Online. This new and improved version of NOVAnet includes a fresh look; a modernized mobile-friendly interface and it leverages the latest Microsoft 365 security features, including multi-factor authentication.       Spotlight Homepage  The new design features a spotlight homepage, which highlights the Daily Flyer for the latest internal … Continued

History Reading Group Is Back for 2021-2022 Academic Year!

September 22, 2021 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

The History Reading Group, begun by Annandale History Professor Nathaniel Green, is back for the 2021-2022 academic year! We welcome participation by NOVA faculty and staff, no matter what you teach or if you teach!  Like last year, we will be reading books recently published by black women scholars, especially about topics related to the … Continued

Meet Students from Around the World with Global Solutions Conversations!

September 22, 2021 / Our Nighthawks

If you or your students are interested in cultural exchange and connecting with students from Iraq or Jordan? Interested in discussing sustainability and making a difference in your community? Join the virtual conversation and remix your community for sustainability! Students from select schools in the U.S., Jordan and Iraq will meet live in bi-national groups … Continued

Alexandria Vaccination Clinic Extended through Dec. 13

September 22, 2021 / Uncategorized

The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) and its vaccinating partner Red Sea Homecare Agency (RSHA) are currently offering open vaccine scheduling until Wednesday, Dec. 13. NOVA is strongly encouraging everyone who is able to get vaccinated to do so. Schedule your appointment today. Dates/Times: Monday – Friday, 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Saturdays – Scheduled Appointments only: register here. The Vaccination Clinic … Continued

It’s Here! NOVAnet on SharePoint Online!

September 22, 2021 / Tech Notes & Training

We are excited to launch NOVAnet on SharePoint Online. This new and improved version of NOVAnet includes a fresh look; a modernized mobile-friendly interface and it leverages the latest Microsoft 365 security features, including multi-factor authentication.       Spotlight Homepage  The new design features a spotlight homepage, which highlights the Daily Flyer for the latest internal … Continued

Reminder from HR– It’s Time to Complete Your Mandatory Training

September 22, 2021 / HR News/Training

Our 2021 mandatory training period has begun. There are eight online training modules that are mandated for employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Code of Virginia, Executive Order, or DHRM policy. Ensuring that you are in compliance with these regulations reduces our risk and improves our working environment.  Please read the mandatory training announcement from … Continued

ORPHE Open Enrollment Begins October 1

September 22, 2021 / HR News/Training

Open enrollment for participants in the Optional Retirement Plan for Higher Education (ORPHE) begins October 1 and ends October 31. Participants who wish to change investment providers can compare and select their provider in myVRS. Active ORPHE participants have a choice of two providers – DCP (VRS investment options record-kept by MissionSquare Retirement) and TIAA.  Employees considering changing providers … Continued