Today should be another rain-free day, so let’s get out there and move! Moving more is a healthy habit that NOVA’s Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing can get behind. According to the American Heart Association, here are some easy ways to make habit-building a little easier: Get out and walk your dog an extra … Continued
You’ve probably heard that on Monday, April 8, there will be a solar eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the earth and the sun, blocking the sun’s light. In the path of totality, the moon completely blocks light from the sun, resulting in a few brief minutes of darkness during which … Continued
You are invited to join us in commemorating the outstanding accomplishments of our spring graduates — the Class of 2024! Commencement will be held on Sunday, May 12, at 1 p.m. at EagleBank Arena, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax. Faculty and staff participating in commencement ceremonies as marshals are required to wear regalia. If you don’t … Continued
The month of April highlights multiple national wellness and mental health awareness campaigns. This April, we will recognize: National Stress Awareness Month National Minority Health Month Alcohol Awareness Month National Autism Awareness Month Sexual Assault Awareness Month National Counseling Awareness Month NOVA’s Office of Wellness and Mental Health has a Mental Health Provider Database of … Continued
Make plans to attend next month’s Half-Day ACE Conference and explore a variety of workshops designed to enhance your professional skills and boost your personal growth. From sessions on refining your decision-making abilities to boosting your confidence and navigating change, our workshop selection has something for everyone. Whether you’re a supervisor seeking guidance on decision-making … Continued
President Kress will host her monthly student office hours on Thursday, April 24, from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. This is an opportunity for students to hear directly from the president and to ask her the questions they have been pondering. Direct your students to the Virtual Student Union for the link and password to join. … Continued
Preparing students for the workplace extends beyond Career Services; we need the continued help and support of our faculty and staff members. Your involvement in our students’ career journey is invaluable. As mentors, advisors and educators, you’re encouraged to register for the Faculty and Staff Module in Career Connection. Career Connection is the College’s hub … Continued
NOVA has partnered with the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) to provide training on how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to support teaching and learning. Don’t miss out on the AI Quick-Study training — comprising four one-hour, self-paced courses — which can help faculty do the following: Build foundational knowledge of AI and the benefits … Continued
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been exerting a significant influence on higher education, with numerous studies indicating that its impact on academia and the workforce will only continue to grow. To stay ahead of this trend, NOVA is fully committed to harnessing this technology and integrating it into our curriculum, teaching and learning processes, as well … Continued
Starting on Monday, April 8, NOVA will return to the ESL ACCUPLACER for its English as a Second Language (ESL) placement assessment. This process update replaces the current Multilingual Learners Placement Assessment, which was implemented during COVID emergency measures. The ACCUPLACER has been used successfully by NOVA and other VCCS colleges for many years. The … Continued
