The third episode of our NOVAinContext podcast released today, April 1. Join us for a discussion on the ins and outs of NOVA’s budget. What’s it about? Because NOVA is a state agency and also part of a larger system of community colleges, there are always questions about the college’s budget. Where do funds come … Continued
Please join us on Wednesday, April 2 from 2-3 p.m. at the Loudoun Campus (HEC Room 203) for “Reimagining Multicultural Engagement in the Era of Fentanyl.” This event will include representatives from NOVA’s Office of Wellness and Mental Health; Loudoun County Government’s Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Development Services; and Song for Charlie. This event … Continued
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
We are seeking members of the college’s standing committees. Nominate yourself to serve on any of these committees or nominate someone else, but please get their permission first before nominating others. What do standing committees do? College standing committees have been created by college leaders and are run by members of the Administrative Council. In the … Continued
CommonHealth offers diverse wellness programs for Virginia state employees through expert consultants. If you’re looking to book an event in May, connect sooner rather than later to ensure you get a date that works for you. Click here to view the latest CommonHealth Wellnote. Check out this week’s highlights below. Spring 2025 NOVA Walk Week … Continued
The Office of Academic Affairs will present updates to the 2025-2026 NOVA Catalog and other academic updates, including new and discontinued programs, policy updates and reminders, new credit for prior learning opportunities and updates on NOVA honors and study abroad. The training (graciously hosted by the NOVA Office of Academic Planning and Advising) will be … Continued
In honor of National Poetry Month, Dean Nicole Tong will discuss how poets are uniquely equipped to wonder in meaningful ways in eras of uncertainty. Her talk, titled “Climate, Chaos and Keats: Poetry in Eras of Uncertainty” will look at poems by Lucille Clifton, John Keats, Ada Limon, Patricia Smith and others that respond to … Continued
The deadline to submit the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for maximum financial aid consideration is May 1. Why it matters: Meeting the priority deadline increases students’ chances of receiving grants, loans and work-study awards for fall 2025. Applying on time ensures consideration for the full range of financial aid options available … Continued
Most of us remember the childhood game of “telephone” — a message is whispered from person to person, changing with each retelling until the final version bears little resemblance to the original. Unfortunately, this is also a fair description of how communication often works in large organizations like NOVA. In our fall listening sessions, employees … Continued
Course material requests/adoptions for fall 2025 are due today. Designated department personnel (not “all faculty”) must submit textbook and course material information through the bookstore adoption portal on NOVA’s website (sign in with your VCCS username) or indicate “no materials required.” (By policy, materials selection is coordinated through deans and associate deans.) Bookstore personnel understand … Continued
