Loudoun faculty and staff attended the campus’s first annual “Pie Day” celebration on Wednesday, June 12. With more than 25 pies to enjoy, it was hard to resist trying each kind! From homemade cherry and strawberry pies to savory Quiche Lorraine, Loudoun’s bakers took our tastebuds on a delicious adventure. While some bakers didn’t reveal … Continued
This is a reminder that the College is moving to a new student-centric course material delivery model, NOVA All Access (formerly known as Barnes & Noble College First Day® Complete). This program will reduce the cost of materials for students and ensure they have all their materials across all courses prior to the first day of … Continued
Summertime means shopping locally at farmers’ markets offering fresh produce, handcrafted goods and baked treats. By supporting these markets, you contribute to the local economy and promote wellness through nutritious food. Supporting local farmers fosters community. Connections are built when you know where your food comes from. Farmers tend to take pride in their produce … Continued
We are thrilled to inform you that the CCAMPIS (Child Care Access Means Parents in School) Program application for Summer 2024 is now open! NOVA’s CCAMPIS team is dedicated to supporting student-parents, and we’re excited to share that applicants can now apply for and benefit from multiple services simultaneously. Please direct students-parents who would like … Continued
As you know, our Fall 2024 College Convocation will be held Friday, August 16. This is the kickoff event for faculty and staff to start the new academic year. If you have not already done so, please click here to register. In addition to Convocation, please also make note of these other important dates: New … Continued
The recording of the president’s Faculty/Staff Office Hours from Monday, June 11, is now available here using passcode: #AO%2Fh7 You can find all the president’s office hours for faculty/staff and for students (and lots of other helpful information) on the president’s NOVAnet site under Townhall Recordings. Submitted by: Kathy Thompson, Assoc. Director of Internal Comms., … Continued
June is Men’s Health Month! With Father’s Day in the rearview mirror, we want to continue spotlighting the men in our NOVA community, encouraging them to be proactive about their health. Men’s Health Webinar Check out a webinar (open to ALL employees) presented by one of our insurance providers, Kaiser Permanente, on Wednesday, June 26, from 12 … Continued
Transform assessment by incorporating VCCS Student Learning Outcomes into your Canvas course! Benefits include: Alignment and clarity: Integrate learning objectives, rubrics and assessments seamlessly, ensuring your curriculum directly aligns with measurable outcomes. Student success: Students thrive with clear expectations, personalized feedback and a holistic view of their progress, fostering a deeper understanding of the course … Continued
June 22 marks the 80th anniversary of the G.I. Bill®, formally known as the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944. This historic legislation, signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, has played a pivotal role in shaping the futures of millions of American veterans by providing them with opportunities for higher education, homeownership and economic … Continued
The benefits of studying abroad as a college student are incalculable! Some of you may have even experienced these benefits firsthand — learning a new language, participating in a new culture, meeting new people. In addition to the tremendous education international students receive by studying in the U.S., they can also learn so much from … Continued
