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Virtual NOVA All Access Q&A for students, April 1

March 25, 2025 / Our Nighthawks

Please alert your students that we will be offering a special session on NOVA’s All Access program. This session will provide an update and overview for students about the NOVA All Access program. There will be a brief presentation and opportunity for questions and answers.  Join the Zoom meeting: NOVA All Access Overview – Spring … Continued

Micro-Credentials in Practice

March 25, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Teaching faculty are invited to join our ongoing discussion on career readiness and micro-credentials. What’s happening? This month we are joined by Jen Nardacci, technical and professional writing certificate lead, for a session focusing on the importance of technical and professional writing. This demonstration and discussion will focus on professional writing assignments applicable across college disciplines. … Continued

SPARK event on student success, Loudoun Campus, April 4

March 25, 2025 / Events

Through the generous sponsorship of NOVA Professors Emeriti Reva A. Savkar and Robert C. Loser, we are pleased to invite you to NOVA’s first annual SPARK event. Three faculty and staff finalists will present their innovative ideas to enhance student success. In the spirit of NOVA, we encourage everyone to attend as we celebrate our … Continued

Title IX and student conduct advisor training

March 24, 2025 / Events

The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR) and the Office of Title IX invite students to participate in the Student Conduct and Title IX Advisor Training. Students have two options for training sessions: an in-person session on Friday, April 4, and a virtual session on Friday, April 11. If you have students who might … Continued

Walk With Ease, Week 5: Almost there!

March 24, 2025 / Get Well

Congratulations on reaching Week 5 of the Walk With Ease program! You’re in the home stretch now, and your dedication is inspiring! We’re also one week closer to Spring 2025 NOVA Walk Week. This week, let’s focus on maintaining your progress and preparing for the final push.  Week 5 checklist: Read Chapter 5 in your … Continued

Apply to serve on the ISSC or PSC!

March 24, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Apply to serve a two-year term on either the Instructional and Student Services Committee (ISSC) or the Personnel Services Committee (PSC). Review the open slots to see if there are vacancies for your campus and job classification.The deadline to nominate via the online form is Monday, March 31, at 5 p.m. Note that you can serve … Continued

Webinar on play as a means of healing, March 25

March 24, 2025 / Get Well

Are you looking to reduce stress, foster deeper connections and enhance your overall wellbeing? The Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing invites you to join wellness partner KPJR Films: Making Films for Good for an engaging fireside chat with Dr. Stuart Brown, founder of the National Institute for Play. Whether you’re a leader or an … Continued

Enhance accessibility and collaboration with Microsoft

March 20, 2025 / Tech Notes & Training

Join us on Tuesday, March 25, for two practical sessions that will help you make your content more accessible and collaborate effectively using Microsoft tools. Accessibility Tools in Microsoft (11 a.m. – noon) Ensure your documents, presentations, and spreadsheets are accessible to all learners with Microsoft’s built-in tools! This session will cover: ✅ Using the … Continued

Embracing happiness webinar, March 24

March 20, 2025 / HR News/Training

In a world filled with endless opportunities and resources, we often find ourselves asking, Are we truly happy? Embracing Happiness is a thought-provoking webinar designed to explore the true meaning of happiness — and how to cultivate it in our daily lives. Through insightful discussions and guided self-reflection, participants will gain a deeper understanding of … Continued