Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 20) invites us to honor Dr. King’s legacy of service, compassion and pursuit of justice. This holiday is designated as a call to action that invites Americans to make an impact in any way they choose and to contribute to making their communities a better place. This is a … Continued
At the core of every successful organization is a team that collaborates effortlessly — a team made up of dedicated Administrative Assistants. The HR Organizational Learning team has dedicated time to collaborating with our Administrative Assistants and subject matter experts to better understand their needs. Through focus groups, direct feedback, and the Annandale Campus provost, … Continued
One of the deliverables identified in the report out from the fall semester listening sessions was the creation of a new “look back” report we’re calling the Semester Look Back. This report analyzes the previous semester’s enrollment. The Office of Strategic Insights has completed this new report, and the Fall 2024 Semester Look Back is … Continued
January 2025 has been unusually cold with many days falling below normal temperatures. Whether you’re heading out for errands, commuting or simply spending time outdoors, proper preparation is key to staying safe and comfortable. Dressing Warm: Layering for Comfort and Protection Extremely cold air can be dangerous, leaving people susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia (for … Continued
Running the link validator in Canvas is crucial to ensuring that all links within your course are functional and up to date. Broken or outdated links can disrupt the learning experience, causing frustration for students. Regularly using the link validator helps maintain course accessibility and ensures smooth navigation for learners. Need help? Schedule a Zoom appointment … Continued
Students who are unable to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can now apply for state financial aid for the 2025-2026 academic year through the Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application. The application is available at this link, where students can either create a new account or log in to their existing … Continued
Writing Ourselves In, NOVA’s current quality enhancement plan, provides ongoing professional development for teaching, professional and administrative faculty that explores evidence-based practices to improve student learning and build community across the College. This spring, Writing Ourselves In will offer three different opportunities to connect with colleagues and learn something new about culturally responsive practices like … Continued
Streamline your Course Setup for Spring 2025 by following these steps. Here, you can easily import content into your Canvas course, whether you’re transferring materials from another course or uploading content from other sources. Log In to Canvas Access Your Course From the Canvas Dashboard, click on the course you want to import content into. … Continued
The College Senate will meet on Thursday, January 16, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Please join us. We will meet in person on the Annandale Campus (Brault 321) and via Zoom. Meeting ID: 816 8552 1362, Passcode: senate Submitted by: Elizabeth Lanthier, College Senate Secretary, ELanthier@nvcc.edu
Join us for an impactful and engaging professional development opportunity designed to empower faculty to understand what trauma is and how it impacts learning. Supported by the AL and WO campuses and the Center for Advancement of Teaching and Excellence (CATE). Workshop Description This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of how trauma operates, how … Continued
