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Join “Supporting New Hires During the Probationary Period,” March 28

March 27, 2025 / HR News/Training

The Office of Human Resources will offer an important virtual webinar, NOVAs Probationary Period for Classified Employees: Supporting New Hires,” on Friday, March 28, from 12-1 p.m. via Zoom. This helpful and important event will be presented by Daniel Kaufmann, associate director of employee relations.  Supervisors, this is an opportunity to familiarize yourself (or refresh … Continued

National Nutrition Month: Food and Culture

March 27, 2025 / Get Well

National Nutrition Month’s 2025 theme, Food Connects Us, highlights the important role food plays in our health, culture and relationships. In earlier installments, the Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW) invited you to [re]connect with your food, to seek professional nutritional guidance and to explore the rich connection between cooking, relationships, food and culture. … Continued

Second virtual discussion on “Radical Acts of Justice,” March 28

March 27, 2025 / Events

Please join Steve Lessner, associate professor of English, for the second meeting of his spring 2025 reading group, Radical Acts of Justice: How Ordinary People Are Dismantling Mass Incarceration, by Jocelyn Simonson. This book addresses social justice issues related to prison reform by focusing on ways everyday citizens can make a difference in fighting against mass incarceration … Continued

Writing Ourselves In 2025 Summer Institute, May 15-16

March 27, 2025 / Events

If you assign writing or support student writers, you are invited to attend an interactive learning experience exploring evidence-based strategies to enhance student learning and foster faculty collaboration. This event features Dr. Cate Denial and Nicole Tong. Eligible faculty who complete the Summer Institute and follow-up assignments will receive $500 compensation. Register by April 14 … Continued

College Senate meeting, today at 1 (in-person or Zoom)

March 27, 2025 / General NOVA News

The College Senate will meet on Thursday, March 27 from 1-3 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss and vote on amendments to the college constitution. This meeting will be available in person on the Annandale Campus (Brault 321) as well as via Zoom, Meeting ID: 816 8552 1362, Passcode: senate —Elizabeth Lanthier, secretary, … Continued

Explore interdisciplinary collaboration, March 31

March 27, 2025 / Events

Join CATE Captain Yan He Beal (LO) on Monday, March 31, from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on the Loudoun Campus (LHEC-204). This is a great opportunity to hear your colleagues’ suggestions on interdisciplinary collaboration and share their experiences integrating new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching. A light snack will be provided. —Dr. … Continued

Dr. Sabrina Ricks on inclusive online teaching strategies, today at 12

March 27, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Join this month’s best practice webinar for NOVA faculty to discover research-based and practical strategies for fostering inclusion, engagement and meaningful interaction in hybrid and online courses. Dr. Sabrina Ricks from NOVA’s Manassas Campus will share insights on effective assignment design and real-world examples to help students develop essential skills for academic success and professional … Continued

Spring theater production at Woodbridge Campus, Begins March 27

March 26, 2025 / Events

Join us for an entertaining theater experience presented by NOVA Theater at the Woodbridge Campus! Enjoy two engaging performances featuring student actors. Six Canterbury Tales is adapted from Chaucer’s beloved classic by Eberle Thomas and Barbara Redmond and brings to life the timeless tales of medieval characters. Western Gold: A Campfire, Cowboy, Comedy is directed and … Continued

Join us for Leadership for All: Finance and admin services, Today at 12 p.m.

March 26, 2025 / HR News/Training

Join us for an insightful webinar, Leadership for All: Understanding Key Drivers in NOVA’s Auxiliary Services, Facilities and Materials Management. This event will be held today, March 26, from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. What we’ve got: In response to your input, we’ll be expanding this series by featuring additional departments from the Office of Finance and Administration led … Continued