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Commencement is Monday. May 12, at the Eagle Bank Area. May 12 is also the last day of final exams. (See the final exam schedule.) Like many graduation ceremonies across the country, the date is set based on factors that include when the venue is available. Why is this important? Some students who are planning … Continued
The College Senate will meet on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 1-3 p.m. All are welcome to attend. We will meet in person on the Annandale Campus (Brault 321) and via Zoom, Meeting ID: 816 8552 1362, Passcode: senate —Elizabeth Lanthier, College Senate
VIVA has released the Open Course RFP. This grant cycle includes increased funding allocations across all categories. Visit the VIVA website for complete information on the available grants and to download the application and instructions. Faculty must submit grant applications directly to the email provided in the RFP. Questions about all VIVA Open Course Grants … Continued
The nomination period for NOVA’s 2025 Reward Programs for faculty is open until Friday, February 21. Why it matters: Recognizing outstanding faculty is crucial to fostering a supportive and motivating environment. Full-time and adjunct faculty who have demonstrated exceptional achievements may receive a monetary award of up to $2,000. Nominations highlight the commitment and dedication … Continued
NOVA Nighthawks, whether you are a student, faculty member or staff, you can review all the amazing events we are sponsoring for Black History Month. More importantly, you have the opportunity to get involved and can take part in the many programs being offered at all our campus locations. Review our full calendar of programs, … Continued
Join Maureen Madden, NOVAOnline accessibility liaison and instructional designer; and Indigo Eriksen, interim director for an informal “Listen and Learn” virtual presentation about universal design and accessibility. There will be time for questions. This resource will give you an opportunity to investigate different methods for addressing inclusion and accessibility while applying presentation, language, options, measurement … Continued
NOVA’s Annandale Lyceum Committee is pleased to host Edwin B. Henderson, II on Wednesday, Feb. 19 (note the new date). Henderson will discussion the history of organized athletics in the African American community. Why it matters: An educator and historian, Henderson will highlight the impactful legacy of his grandfather, Dr. E. B. Henderson, known as … Continued
On February 19, the Labor Market Intelligence (LMI) team at NOVA will release the 2024 Northern Virginia Workforce Index. This report, a collaboration between NOVA and NVC (formerly the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce), details the findings of an annual employer survey used to gain insights into the local labor market. Survey Overview The 2024 … Continued
The Virginia Department of General Services (DGS) will be upgrading the Commonwealth’s procurement system (eVA) over the weekend beginning Friday, February 21. The upgrade will focus primarily on back-end functional enhancements and minor user interface changes. Currently, the implementation timing is as follows: Date Time Activity Feb. 21 3 p.m. End Users EXIT the eVA … Continued
Please join Steve Lessner, associate professor of English, in his spring 2025 reading group. We will discuss 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 and … Continued