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Super Saturday Is Coming: Student Services Will Be Open on Sat., August 19

August 14, 2023 / Events

It is almost time to welcome our new and continuing Nighthawks back to campus for fall 2023. NOVA “Super Saturday” will offer one-stop access to student services and class registration at all NOVA campuses, in-person and virtually, on Saturday, August 19, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Super Saturday is the last push for enrollment … Continued

Inaugural DEI Common-Read Launch Event, August 18

August 14, 2023 / Events

The Office of DEI, Student Life and the Library Council are excited to launch a new initiative this year aimed at cultivating a sense of belonging at NOVA. The inaugural DEI Common Read is Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson (published 2014). After consulting with other community colleges and Penguin … Continued

Start Your School Year Right with Canvas and Ed. Tech Training

August 14, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Discover a wide range of professional development opportunities in the NOVA CETSS training catalog. Sessions are open to all NOVA faculty and staff. From accessibility to Canvas course building, our courses are designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. Enroll now to improve your skills before the semester gets underway.  Need more help? Faculty/Staff Technology Resources | Register for a … Continued

Phishing Protection Tips and Message Reporting

August 14, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

At an organization the size of NOVA, it is critical that we all do our part to avoid falling prey to scammers trying to find a way into our electronic systems. We must protect ourselves and the College from phishing emails sent by those with malicious intent. See below for resources to help you learn … Continued

Business Engagement and Career Services Events, Fall 2023

August 14, 2023 / Our Nighthawks

Faculty and staff, please mark your calendars and encourage your students to take advantage of the great career-building resources offered through Career Connection. This great resource offers access to a wide range of resources to help prepare them for an exciting career. Students can search for jobs and internships, create a profile for employers, upload … Continued

NOVA’s Fall Convocation Is Coming! Wednesday, August 16

August 14, 2023 / Countdown to Convocation

The new academic year begins next week, and faculty and staff have the opportunity to kick off the new school year right with Convocation! NOVA’s College-wide Convocation will be held this Wednesday, from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center on NOVA’s Alexandria Campus (AS). Faculty and … Continued

Fall Semester Cafeteria and Bookstore Hours Update

August 14, 2023 / General NOVA News

Please see below for an update on your campus cafeterias and bookstores regarding fall operating hours: Food and Dining Annandale Nighthawk Café by Surefire OPEN for the fall semester (in the CF building) beginning September 5. Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The updated menu features a variety of protein bowls, sandwiches … Continued

NOVA, Dominion Energy and HACU Partner to Supercharge Student Success

August 14, 2023 / Our Nighthawks

This summer, the Alexandria and Woodbridge campuses hosted 53 high school students for the E-Summer Program at NOVA aimed at engaging historically underrepresented students in STEM coursework. The rising juniors and seniors represented 15 Northern Virginia high schools. Students committed six weeks of their summer breaks to work diligently toward college credit and to explore … Continued

New Faculty Orientation, August 15

August 14, 2023 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

NOVA will be hosting its New Faculty Orientation (NFO) program for 40 new faculty members on August 15. The program launches with a full-day event and continues with monthly sessions throughout the academic year. This first-year experience program will introduce new NOVA faculty to the mission, values, resources and community of teaching and learning at … Continued