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Nominate a Nighthawk for NOVA’s Annual SEAL Awards by Feb. 11

January 29, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Each spring, the Office of Student Leadership and Engagement hosts the SEAL Awards to honor our soaring Nighthawks for their excellence and resilience spanning the areas of service, engagement, academics and leadership. Students may be known to demonstrate these notable behaviors formally or informally, on campus or out in their community, and they may be … Continued

Hot Meals Grants Available for NOVA Students, Apply by Feb. 1

January 29, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

In our continuing effort to fight hunger and food insecurity here at NOVA, students will again have the opportunity this semester to apply for the Hot Meals Grant. This grant allows students access to hot, healthy meals while on campus. Affordable access to hot and nutritious meals helps students focus, get better grades and maintain … Continued

Honors Program Has New Leadership

January 29, 2024 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Did you know that NOVA has an Honors program? This is an opportunity for students to develop their leadership skills, think independently and critically, and stimulate their mind through rigorous Honors courses. Students can conduct research; study a subject in greater depth and explore ideas across disciplines; and build their professional networks by presenting at … Continued

Raising Awareness on Human Trafficking, Tomorrow, Jan. 30, Manassas Campus

January 29, 2024 / Events

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Perhaps you thought human trafficking only affects those in other countries; in reality, it may have touched the life of someone in your own neighborhood. Human trafficking is a $150 billion industry that impacts individuals of all ages, leading to labor and/or sex trafficking. It impacts the lives of … Continued

Summer 2024 Jobs & Internships Fair This Thursday at AL

January 29, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Help spread the word for the Summer 2024 Opportunities Fair: Part-Time Jobs & Internships! This is a great opportunity for students to connect face-to-face with employers, learn what part-time jobs and internships are available for Summer 2024 and beyond, and hone their networking skills. The fair will take place on Thursday, February 1, on the … Continued

MA Professor Plunges for Special Olympics

January 26, 2024 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

On Saturday, January 20, to raise money for the 2024 Virginia Special Olympics, Manassas Art History Professor Erica Hughes leapt into a pool of freezing water! With temperatures in the low 20s, Professor Hughes donned full fencing gear to support the athletes who participate in the Special Olympics.    Submitted by: Erica Hughes, MA-Art History, … Continued

Career and Leadership Readiness Institute (CLRI) Information Sessions

January 26, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Please have your students join us for the Spring 2024 Career and Leadership Readiness Institute (CLRI) information sessions to learn about one of NOVA IET’s signature professional development programs. Participants will experience interactive workshops, hear from professional speakers, strengthen their interview skills and create a solid technical resume. Participants will also learn how to build … Continued

Mastering Zoom: 90 Minutes of Training, Unlimited Possibilities

January 26, 2024 / Tech Notes & Training

Zoom Presentations: Discover the secrets to organizing your Zoom room effectively and captivating participants with engaging screen-sharing. You’ll also gain insight into live meeting management. Elevate your Zoom game and keep your audience focused. Join us for a dynamic and impactful learning experience! (Tuesday, Jan. 30, 9 a.m.) Zoom Whiteboard Collaboration: Dive deep into this … Continued

2024 Faculty Reward and Recognition Nomination Period Open thru Feb. 23

January 26, 2024 / HR News/Training

We are pleased to announce that the nomination period for NOVA’s 2024 Reward Programs for faculty is open and will close on Friday, February 23. Through this program, full‐time administrative and professional faculty, full‐time teaching faculty and adjunct faculty who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments are eligible to receive a monetary award up to $2,000. REWARDS … Continued