Chronic stress has several long-term implications on our mental, physical and long-term health. These effects can lead to destructive behaviors that can create chronic disease in our bodies. By accurately addressing your sources of unmanaged stress, you can improve your overall health. Here are a few benefits of good stress management: 1. Better Sleep – … Continued
Please review the memo below regarding important changes to the admission requirements and transferability of coursework for George Mason University’s Information Technology, BS degree. These changes will go into effect starting spring 2023 and will impact all prospective transfer students interested in this program. Mason Information Technology, BS Memo If you have any questions, please … Continued
Dr. Kress will host her Faculty/Staff Office Hours on Wednesday, July 20, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. She will hold Student Office Hours on Thursday, July 21, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. For the July 20 Zoom meeting, faculty and staff may submit an anonymous question by 5 p.m. Friday, July 15. Dr. … Continued
The VCCS Transfer Advising Peer Group is offering a Private College Summer Information Series, designed to enhance transfer knowledge for community college advisors and counselors. Presentations will feature an overview of specific private colleges, as well as information regarding transfer support, financial assistance, and minimum admission requirements. A comprehensive schedule of upcoming events, Zoom links, … Continued
A classified staff member at the Annandale Campus has requested to participate in the Leave Sharing Program. The state’s Leave Sharing Program permits eligible employees in a Leave Without Pay (LWOP) status due to a qualified Family Medical Leave (FML) event to receive income by using leave hours donated to them by other employees. Leave … Continued
Check out the June edition of The Interface, the NOVA IET newsletter about programs and special events related to IET (Information and Engineering Technology) and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) at NOVA. This edition includes stories about the NOVA Fab Lab Design Challenge Winners – their projects, and award ceremony, NOVA students at the SkillsUSA … Continued
As we congratulate Dr. Richmond Hill on his appointment serve as the interim Provost of the Woodbridge Campus, the Office of Enrollment Management and Student Success (EMSS) is seeking an interim Associate Vice President for Student Support Services. The interim AVP for Student Support Services will report to the Vice President of EMSS and provide leadership and support … Continued
Each year, NOVA’s Financial Aid Office offers CashContest to encourage students to learn more about managing their personal finances. During the 2021-2022 CashContest, students completed 379 financial literacy courses through Financial Avenue. A similar CashContest will be offered once again for the upcoming academic year. The 2022-2023 contest rules are currently posted on the financial … Continued
Is grade setup weighing on you? Come to the new Canvas in 20: Assignment Groups & Weighted Grading webinar. This session will discuss the differences between using total points vs. weighted grading in Canvas. We will then look at reasons to use assignment groups, how to create and manage them including setting rules for groups, … Continued
Last Thursday, June 23, marked the 50th Anniversary of the passing of Title IX. Title IX offers protection for people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. This law extends to schools, local and state educational agencies and other similar institutions that receive federal funding from the … Continued
