A Recap of the President’s Activities, Week of April 25

Below are a few of the events and activities that President Kress participated in this week.

Monday, April 25:

• Council of Presidents meeting

Tuesday, April 26:

• Council of Presidents met with Gov. Youngkin to discuss the administration’s agenda, including mental health and college affordability.
• Administrative Council Meeting
• Hosted final spring Zoom Office Hours for staff and faculty. View the recording on the President’s SharePoint page using Passcode: GR%9DKNp.

Wednesday, April 27:

• George Mason Strategic Planning External Steering Committee meeting: George Mason is finalizing their strategic planning process.
• NVTC Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, April 28:

• Virginia Economic Review interview regarding NOVA’s work to prepare students for the workforce and how the College interfaces with industry.
• Greater Washington Board of Trade Luncheon
• Special NOVA Board Meeting: The meeting will focus on NOVA’s Workforce Development Programs, including Labor Market Analytics, Career Services, Business Engagement and Workforce Non-Credit Training.

Friday, April 29-Tuesday, May 3

• Panelist at the annual American Association of Community Colleges. Dr. Kress will present on Monday’s session, “A Conversation with the U.S. Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal.”

Submitted by:
Tykesha Myrick, Acting Chief of Staff, TMyrick@nvcc.edu