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IMPORTANT: Process to Submit Telework Requests

May 18, 2022 / General NOVA News

On Friday, May 13, Dr. Kress held a college-wide Zoom meeting to outline how NOVA will implement Virginia’s new policy on teleworking (DHRM Policy 1.61 Teleworking). NOVA’s process aligns with DHRM Policy 1.61 and VCCS criteria. If you were unable to attend Dr. Kress’ Zoom meeting or if you would like to view it again, … Continued

Career Connection Events – Week of May 16

May 18, 2022 / Events

Even though the semester is over, the Employer and Career Services Team still has a lot of events happening this month! Please share these events with your students and view more of our events on our Website. Arlington Public Schools Job Fair – Extended Day Child Care Job Fair – Wednesday, May 18, from 11 … Continued

A Note from the CDEIO

May 18, 2022 / General NOVA News

The first year of our college’s formal commitment to promoting inclusive excellence brought with it many important achievements, celebrations, acknowledgements and helpful programs.   I encourage you to explore the college’s DEI website where you can find more information on the various events and read several DEI news, updates and stories. As we turn the … Continued

Third Thursday with the Professional Faculty Caucus, May 19

May 18, 2022 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

NOVA’s Professional Faculty Caucus will kick off its monthly meetings at 10 a.m. on the third Thursday (May 19). The College’s caucuses provide employees with additional opportunities for representation and communication without requiring College Senate or Campus/College Forum Council membership. All employees are considered caucus members as systematized by role/title. Each caucus chair reports to … Continued

Join the May 2022 Classified Staff Caucus Meeting, May 20

May 18, 2022 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

This forum is designed to hear the needs, concerns and ideas of NOVA’s classified staff constituency. All full-time and part-time classified staff are welcome! Join us on Friday, May 20, from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. as we focus on being collectively I3: Informative, Intentional, Impactful. Register in advance for this one hour meeting. After … Continued

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 17, 2022 / HR News/Training

Understanding and dealing with mental health is just as important as understanding and dealing with your physical health. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and a good time to focus on and raise awareness of the importance of mental health and its impact on the physical, emotional and total well-being of health plan members … Continued

Sign Up To Be a Social Host for an International Student!

May 17, 2022 / General NOVA News

You may be able to anticipate the great benefits of studying abroad as a college student. Some of you may have experienced it firsthand! Learning a new language, a new culture, meeting new people. It is virtually a priceless experience! In addition to the tremendous education students receive by studying in the U.S., they can … Continued

Celebrating AAPI Heritage and Connecting Students to Mentors

May 17, 2022 / Tuesday Topics

Today’s topic is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. AAPI Heritage Month offers an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the many contributions of Americans who trace their ancestry to one of the Asian countries or islands of the Pacific. This year, the Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC) has chosen “Advancing Leaders through Collaboration” … Continued

IMPORTANT: Process to Submit Telework Requests

May 17, 2022 / General NOVA News

On Friday, May 13, Dr. Kress held a college-wide Zoom meeting to outline how NOVA will implement Virginia’s new policy on teleworking (DHRM Policy 1.61 Teleworking). NOVA’s process aligns with DHRM Policy 1.61 and VCCS criteria. If you were unable to attend Dr. Kress’ Zoom meeting or if you would like to view it again, … Continued