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Application Open for Free Fall Backpacking Trips for Students!

August 20, 2024 / Events

Do you have a love of the outdoors? Do you like to hike and camp? Are you interested in learning how to backpack? Come with us on a free student backpacking trip! Backpacking is the combination of hiking and camping. Backpackers carry everything they need to survive in nature on their backs–food, water filters, tent, … Continued

Happy New Academic Year, NOVA Community!

August 20, 2024 / Get Well

NOVA’s Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW) is thrilled to celebrate the launch of another exciting semester and work in tandem with so many dedicated and hard-working professionals! As we embark on this new chapter, let’s remember that wellness and well-being are more than just nice-to-haves; they are core components for both personal and professional … Continued

Microsoft Teams VIVA Connection Notifications

August 19, 2024 / Tech Notes & Training

Microsoft released a new feature to enhance the visibility of Teams/SharePoint activity within the Teams app using Viva Connections. By default, users will receive notifications in their Microsoft Teams “Activity” feed when a news article is posted on a SharePoint site they follow/visit often, like NOVAnet, or on a Teams site when something is posted … Continued

Leave Sharing Program

August 19, 2024 / HR News/Training

A staff member at the Medical Education Campus and a staff member at the Annandale Campus have requested to participate in the leave sharing program. If you would like to donate leave hours, please download the Leave Sharing Program Donor Form. Once you’ve completed the form, please submit it to benefits@nvcc.edu. Leave must be donated … Continued

Mark Your Calendars for Our 2025 Spring Commencement! May 12

August 19, 2024 / Events

We are pleased to announce that the Spring Commencement for the Class of 2025 will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the EagleBank Arena at George Mason University. This significant milestone is a time to celebrate the achievements and hard work of our graduates as they prepare to embark on their next chapter. … Continued

The Daily Flyer Is Daily Again!

August 19, 2024 / General NOVA News

Welcome back to the 2024–25 academic year! The Daily Flyer has returned to daily, and we are happy to be back! Please make it a habit to read regularly. We want to use this newsletter to share all the great opportunities for faculty and staff. And, it is a place to celebrate YOU, the ones … Continued

Kickstart Your Fall Semester With CETSS!

August 19, 2024 / Tech Notes & Training

Ready for the fall semester? If not, CETSS has you covered! Attend our Canvas Blitz to master course setup, assignment management and gradebook organization. Learn time-saving tips, explore Qwickly Attendance and ensure your course is ready for students.   Set aside time on Friday, August 23, to attend our Canvas Blitz. Register in advance using the … Continued

Canvas Course Essentials, Two-Part Series This Week

August 19, 2024 / Tech Notes & Training

Are you ready to elevate your online courses? Join us for a comprehensive two-part training series focused on building effective Canvas courses. Part 1: Learn the fundamentals of creating engaging course content, including building a homepage, organizing modules and creating discussions. Part 2: You’ll take a deep dive into the grading process, exploring the assignment … Continued