General NOVA News
While NOVA students know they can turn to the library to find materials they need for their studies, they may not realize they can borrow books for personal development or simply for pleasure reading. The Loudoun Campus Library’s Reading for Pleasure (RfP) pilot project encourages students to read by informing them of the immediate and … Continued
As the new semester begins, we want to assure you that the Office of the Ombuds is here to support you. If faculty/staff, administrators, students or affiliates of Northern Virginia Community College are reluctant to formally report any of the following situations, the Office of the Ombuds can serve as a confidential, neutral and independent … Continued
The NOVA Educational Foundation thanks faculty and staff for being a part of the communications effort to promote the Student Success Fund, a fund that provides dollars for students encountering unexpected financial emergencies that could disrupt their momentum toward graduation. To complete processing of applications that are currently in the system, and to make certain … Continued
As a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, I know that NOVA’s workforce includes hundreds of fellow veterans of the armed services. I am writing to let you know of a great opportunity for NOVA faculty and staff veterans to join us in helping our students by purchasing a ticket — and perhaps a book, … Continued
The NOVA Educational Foundation thanks faculty and staff for being a part of the communications effort to promote the Student Success Fund, a fund that provides dollars for students encountering unexpected financial emergencies that could disrupt their momentum toward graduation. To complete processing of applications that are currently in the system, and to make certain … Continued
With the start of a new semester, NOVA Police would like to take the opportunity to launch an awareness initiative called Secure-it or Lose-it. This initiative is designed to remind you to secure your valuables and personal belongings. NOVA provides a very safe and inviting environment for students, faculty and staff. Unfortunately, some people take … Continued
It’s time to start thinking about next year’s DEI Common Read! The book theme for the 2024–2025 academic year is “Care,” one of NOVA’s core values. Care is demonstrated at NOVA through a culture of compassion where success and wellbeing are prioritized in our commitment to developing authentic relationships and providing resources to foster a … Continued
Don’t forget to mark your calendar for NOVA’s Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 12, at Eagle Bank Arena. We invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our 2024 graduating class. Please save the date, and stay tuned for further details regarding the ceremony and related events. Your presence and … Continued
It is with great sorrow that we announce the recent passing of Professor Emerita Sheri David. Dr. David taught in the History Department on NOVA’s Manassas Campus from 1988 until 2017. An outstanding classroom teacher with an extensive record of service to the College, she also had an impressive record of publication and professional development. … Continued
More than 2,000 members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA) gathered on Sunday, January 7, at Maryland’s Gaylord National Resort, where the group held its Founders’ Day “Fill the Pantry” service project to combat food insecurity among college students. Members contributed thousands of pounds of non-perishable food and personal care products to the NOVA Woodbridge … Continued