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Free Student Workshops: Ramp Up for Math and English

July 12, 2022 / Our Nighthawks

NOVA is holding some preparatory workshops (free of charge) to help students get ready for their fall English or math classes. These free sessions are intended to help students be successful in their fall courses. Participation is optional and does not affect placement or enrollment in fall courses. Sessions start in late July or early … Continued

Dr. Cathleen Cogdill Presents at Performance Funding Conference

July 12, 2022 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Dr. Cathleen Cogdill, interim dean of math, science, technology and business at the Manassas Campus, presented at the June 16 Performance Funding in Higher Education: Connecting 40 Years of Policy, Research and Practice conference, hosted by the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education’s Alliance for Higher Education and Democracy (AHEAD), in partnership with the … Continued

Career Counseling Workshop: Job Search Blueprint, July 14, 1 p.m.

July 12, 2022 / Our Nighthawks

It’s officially summer, but Career Services is still here, ready to assist you with your career readiness needs! We welcome you to take advantage of the career workshops we’re offering right now. Register for a workshop via Career Connection. Job Search Blueprint: Getting Started – this Thursday, July 14, 1 p.m. Effective Resume Writing – Thursday, … Continued

Private College Summer Information Series

July 12, 2022 / General NOVA News

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

Important Transfer Advising Information: Mason Information Technology, BS Updates

July 12, 2022 / General NOVA News

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

Tech in 20: Microsoft 365 and One Drive, July 15

July 12, 2022 / Tech Notes & Training

Increase your productivity. Learn how to get more work done, from anywhere on any device with Microsoft 365 and OneDrive. Discover how to leverage Microsoft 365 to communicate, collaborate, and improve productivity across your team and organization. Register for this and other Canvas and Ed Tech sessions at https://nvcc.gosignmeup.com. Submitted by: Heidi Redmond, hredmond@nvcc.edu

NOVA Named a CASE Circle of Excellence Award Winner!

July 12, 2022 / General NOVA News

The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) has recognized NOVA with two awards for the remarkable marketing work of the “NOVA: The ible/able” campaign. Under Marketing and Advertising, NOVA has received the gold awards in the Digital Ads category, and a silver award in the Video and Radio Broadcast ads category for its … Continued

Clear and Simple Course Navigation

July 12, 2022 / Tech Notes & Training

Digital spaces can be overwhelming for new students. Providing clear and simple course navigation can reduce those feelings of overwhelm. Schedule an appointment with a NOVA Course Designer, who can assist with best practices for navigation buttons and content layouts.  Submitted by: Heidi Redmond, CETSS, hredmond@nvcc.edu