General NOVA News

Do you have questions for NOVA’s new podcast?

February 10, 2025 / General NOVA News

We are hard at work on NOVA’s new podcast, NOVAinContext. This podcast will air twice weekly for the spring semester, beginning in March. We will then work over the summer to create more episodes to release this fall. This initiative is designed primarily for our internal audiences to give our faculty and staff some context … Continued

NOVA’s Spring 2025 Commencement, May 12!

February 10, 2025 / General NOVA News

NOVA’s Spring Commencement will be here before you know it! This flagship event will be held on Monday, May 12, 11 a.m. at George Mason University’s EagleBank Arena, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax. You are invited to join us in celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of our graduates — the Class of 2025! We will be honoring graduates … Continued

eVA Upgrade Scheduled for Feb. 21

February 10, 2025 / General NOVA News

The Virginia Department of General Services (DGS) will be upgrading the Commonwealth’s procurement system (eVA) over a weekend beginning Friday, February 21, 2025. 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 … Continued

IPEDS Data Feedback Report

February 5, 2025 / General NOVA News

The Department of Education collects data through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from all United States postsecondary education institutions eligible to receive Title IV funding.  Why it matters: Data collected are used for federal and state policy analysis and policymaking. The IPEDS Data Feedback Report serves as a useful resource for college executives … Continued

Print, Copy, Scan with ACEPrint!

February 4, 2025 / General NOVA News

ACEPrint is NOVA’s print, copy, scan service with Canon printers/copiers and Pharos software. You can use your NOVACard or the Pharos app to release your documents from any ACEPrint/Canon copier/printer on any campus. On all campuses (including Pender), this service allows a student, faculty or staff member to print from anywhere – to anywhere. This … Continued

NOVA’s New Brand Guidelines Launch on NOVAnet

February 4, 2025 / General NOVA News

The Office of Communications & Enrollment Marketing is pleased to announce the launch of its new NOVA Brand Guidelines on NOVAnet, the college’s intranet site powered by SharePoint! The site is a one-stop shop for brand guidance and materials, featuring a comprehensive collection of guidelines, logos, templates and other important resources. We encourage faculty and … Continued

Strengthening Security: The Importance of Identity Verification

February 3, 2025 / General NOVA News

In February 2024, the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) implemented an identity verification process in response to rising concerns about fraudulent admissions applications and suspicious activity across all VCCS colleges. This new measure is a proactive step to safeguard our institution. Key Types of Fraud Identified Three main types of fraud have been observed: Admissions … Continued

Huron Report Update

February 3, 2025 / General NOVA News

In a November email, Chancellor Doré notified the NOVA community that the VCCS has partnered with Huron Consulting Group to engage with faculty and staff to gain a deeper understanding of perspectives and experiences related to college governance. The Huron team is meeting with several groups in the coming weeks for focus group-style conversations. Following … Continued

Highlighting Skilled Trades – Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program Accredited

February 3, 2025 / General NOVA News

NOVA’s Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program (AIR), located at the Woodbridge Campus, is pleased to announce that the AIR program has again been accredited by HVAC Excellence. HVAC Excellence is part of the ESCO Group, and its accreditation recognizes that NOVA’s AIR program strengthens technical skills by preparing both current and future workers to effectively … Continued

Feedback Needed: Converting Parking to Usable Green Space

February 3, 2025 / General NOVA News

Parking Services is seeking feedback regarding the possible conversion of parking lot space into usable green space. We have identified parking lots that are underutilized or in locations that would help expand usable green space, making it available for use by our campus communities. Please take a few minutes to provide feedback for the specific … Continued