The Office of DEI is excited to announce two Healing Circle opportunities for faculty and staff that will be happening in March. As a designated Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center (THRT), NOVA is one of over 70 colleges and universities dedicated to pursuing narrative change, racial healing and relationship building. One practical tool … Continued
The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities is conducting a mock hearing training for those interested in serving on a formal student conduct hearing panel. This event will be held on Tuesday, February 28, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Annandale Campus Provost Conference Room (CFH-202). This is an in-person event in which … Continued
President Kress will host her March student office hours, on Friday, March 3, from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. This is an opportunity for students to hear directly from the president and to ask her questions they have been pondering. Direct your students to the Virtual Student Union for the link and password to join. … Continued
The Annandale Campus Lyceum Committee invites you to attend a discussion on, “The Courageous Women of Iran,” with author and activist Manda Zand Ervin. This event will be held from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March. 1, in CA-302 on the Annandale Campus. Prof. Jill Caporale will moderate the event. The author will discuss the long and brave history of … Continued
Facilitating online discussions and providing feedback on students’ coursework are two essential components of substantive interaction, the new regulation on distance education implemented by the U.S Department of Education. To help faculty and support NOVA’s compliance with the federal requirement, we will offer the following two workshops in the spring semester. Faculty who are teaching … Continued
As a state institution, the meetings of NOVA’s College Board and its committees are open to the public (unless otherwise noted). Please see below for the upcoming General College Board Meeting (March 6), and the various committee meetings. Academic Curriculum and Workforce Development Committee: This meeting will occur on Monday, February 27, from 5 p.m. until … Continued
This week, the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) sent a message to all VCCS employees offering free access to a collection of online professional development modules focused on diversity, equity and inclusion. The modules were created by Vector Solutions, a proprietary company that provides employees of secondary and post-secondary institutions with access to a … Continued
Did you resolve to read more this year? Then join the History Reading Group! This informal gathering of NOVA faculty and staff read recently-published books by women of color (especially works of history) and discuss how the books can enhance our teaching and broader DEI work at the College. All NOVA faculty and staff are … Continued
Would you like to gain insights and learn new teaching methods directly from your peers? If so, consider joining a Teaching Square. What are Teaching Squares? Teaching Squares is a program designed to help you gain insights for improving your Teaching. Four faculty members make up a square and visit each other’s classrooms during the … Continued
Please take note of upcoming faculty and staff caucuses. These meetings provide an opportunity for the various stakeholders to learn about on-going initiatives affecting them and the College and to provide input and assistance in carrying these initiatives forward. Today, 1 p.m.: College Staff Forum Council Monthly Meeting The purpose of the College Staff Forum … Continued
