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Now Available: Packback Workshop Zoom Recording

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:00:58 +0000

In December, the Center for the Advancement of Teaching Excellence (CATE) held an interactive Packback workshop. Over 20 faculty attended. To learn more about how to integrate Packback into your classes, view the Zoom recording here.

Packback is an AI-assisted application that engages student attention and interest in discussion posts and writing assignments. Faculty who incorporate Packback into their Canvas assignments see improved student writing and critical thinking. Thanks to NOVA’s partnership with Packback, it is free for faculty and students to use.

Submitted by:
Indigo Eriksen, Interim Director of Faculty Professional Development, IEriksen@nvcc.edu

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Spring Convening Feedback Survey and Zoom Recordings

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:00:26 +0000

Thank you for attending the 2025 Spring Convening on Monday, January 6. We were delighted to spend the snow day with all of you. If you were unable to attend, you will find the Zoom Recording for the Spring Convening here. Passcode: 9#Xf#b29

Note that the recording will not include Dr. Twenge’s keynote, but you will find the Zoom Recording of the Q&A with Dr. Twenge here. Passcode: &w%f9@f%

We would love to hear your feedback about the 2025 Spring Convening. Please share your anonymous feedback in this very short survey here.

Happy Spring Semester and New Year!

Submitted by:
Indigo Eriksen, Interim Director of Faculty Professional Development, IEriksen@nvcc.edu

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NOVA Esports League of Legends Wins NJCAAE National Championship

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:00:26 +0000

On Monday, the NOVA Esports League of Legends Varsity team captured their first National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) National Championship in a decisive, 3-0 sweep of the Dallas County Richland Campus Thunderducks. All five Nighthawks players executed on their team strategy in each match, finding optimal chemistry and closing out a difficult semester with success. En route to this Finals matchup, NOVA Esports defeated rivals Wake Tech Community College in a 2-0 fast semi-finals series.

This marks the NOVA Esports Program’s seventh NJCAAE National Championship title in the past 4 years, building upon a strong history of performance, distinguishing itself as one of the best community college programs in North America. NOVA Esports is proud of the dedication and effort of all students involved this semester, and looks forward to even more success in Spring 2025.

Let’s Go Nighthawks.

Submitted by:
CJ Jackson, Assoc. Director of Athletics, CeciJackson@nvcc.edu

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Nighthawks’ League of Legends Wins NJCAAE Regional Championship, Advances to Nationals

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:18 +0000

On December 2, NOVA Nighthawks League of Legends Varsity esports team faced off against rivals Wake Tech Community College in the NJCAAE East Regional Finals. After a slow start, losing the first match, the Varsity team didn’t look back and won the next three consecutive games to claim the East Regional Championship. This win directly placed the Varsity team in the NJCAAE National Championship Playoffs, seeded into the semi-finals. Due to NJCAAE bracket structure on regular season results, the Nighthawks faced Wake Tech Community College yet again on Monday, December 9, at 8 p.m.

The NOVA Nighthawks League of Legends JV team has also advanced to the semi-finals of the Tier-3 Open Series NJCAAE Tournament, defeating Moberly Area Community College in a dominant 3-0 fashion, and defeating North Iowa Area Community College in a lopsided 3-0 series as well. JV faced SUNY Herkimer County Community College in a tough semi-final matchup on Monday, December 9, at 8 p.m.

The playoff success thus far reflects a long, difficult semester of hard work for the League of Legends teams, with many standout players performing during key moments in their respective series. Congrats to our esports teams! #LetsGoNighhawks

Submitted by:
CJ Jackson, Assoc. Director of Athletics, CeciJackson@nvcc.edu

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Enrollment Marketing Launched Two Campaigns this Summer!

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:00:06 +0000

NOVA’s enrollment marketing team launched two innovative marketing campaigns this past summer: Stop at Nothing and Where You’re @. Although our campaign themes are updated every three years, this launch was particularly special, as it is the first time that NOVA Online was featured as an independent campaign.

Stop at Nothing, the campaign for NOVA at-large, focuses on the relentless pursuit of academic and career advancement. This campaign captures the momentum behind our Nighthawks’ ambition while emphasizing NOVA’s commitment to providing support, every step of the way.

Where You’re @, the NOVA Online campaign, targets adult learners head-on by emphasizing the accessibility and flexibility of our NOVA Online programs. NOL promises to meet students “where they’re at” and move them closer to their goals. By taking NOVA “on the go,” our modern students can continue tackling their commitments to family, work and life while pursuing their education. The NOVA Online team was instrumental in the development of this campaign and shares our excitement for this new opportunity to advertise!

Both campaigns are now live across Northern Virginia. They are running on buses, metro cars, radio stations, social media, Google Search and more! We encourage you to engage and spread the word about NOVA in your local communities. Our faculty and staff are our best ambassadors to share NOVA’s commitment to students!

Unable to attend our Enrollment Marketing Lunch-and-Learn Zoom sessions this spring? View the recording here. This will help provide some context and insight into how NOVA’s enrollment marketing team promotes the great work of the College.

Submitted by:
K. Abigail Parsons, Associate Director of Enrollment Marketing, KParsons@nvcc.edu

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Enrollment Marketing Launched Two Campaigns this Summer!

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 06:00:57 +0000

If you were unable to attend our Enrollment Marketing Lunch-and-Learn Zoom sessions this spring, you can view the recording here. This will help provide some context and insight into how NOVA’s enrollment marketing team promotes the great work of the College.

Submitted by:
K. Abigail Parsons, Associate Director of Enrollment Marketing, KParsons@nvcc.edu

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NOVA Esports Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Series Champs

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:57 +0000

The NOVA Nighthawks Rainbow Six team competed on November 9 in the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Series. They opened the round-robin stage with a commanding 7-0 victory over Underdogs but closed the stage with a challenging 1-7 loss to Drexel University, finishing with a 1-1 record. This earned them a spot in the semi-finals against their NJCAAE rival, Lackawanna College. Although the Nighthawks had a slow start and faced match point at 3-6, a strategic timeout helped them regroup. Round by round, they clawed their way back to force overtime and, with momentum on their side, claimed an 8-6 overtime victory, advancing to the finals for a rematch against Drexel.

The finals began with a nail-biting game one, where the Nighthawks carried their momentum forward to edge out an 8-7 overtime win, putting them on tournament point. In game two, they faced Drexel on the same map where they had earlier suffered a 1-7 defeat. Against all odds, the Nighthawks ignited, taking an early 6-4 lead and setting up a match point. Drexel pushed back to make it 6-5, but the Nighthawks clutched a thrilling 2v1 showdown to secure the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Series championship in style.

Submitted by:
CJ Jackson, Assoc. Director of Campus Athletics, CeciJackson@nvcc.edu

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NOVA Police Host Successful Drug Take-Back Event

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 06:00:11 +0000

On Saturday, October 26, the NOVA Police Department once again joined law enforcement agencies across the country in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) nationwide Drug Take-Back initiative. This event, which serves as a critical component of the DEA’s ongoing efforts to reduce prescription drug misuse, provided a safe and anonymous way for community members to dispose of unused or expired medications. The event took place at both the Annandale and Woodbridge campuses, where the community was encouraged to bring in unwanted prescriptions to be disposed of properly.

The NOVA Police Department extends its gratitude to all those who participated, helping to ensure that these medications no longer posed a threat to public safety. The collection event was not only about removing potentially dangerous substances from our communities but also about raising awareness of the risks of prescription drug abuse.

Thanks to the efforts of the NOVA community and surrounding areas, approximately 35 pounds of prescription drugs were collected and disposed of properly. This event underscores the importance of community involvement in promoting public health and safety, and NOVA Police remain committed to offering resources and support for ongoing efforts to combat drug abuse and misuse.

Officer Jarrin Moore (left) and Sergeant John Baxter stand next to a NOVA police cruiser holding bags of medications collected for proper disposal.

Submitted by:
Lt. Tony Ong, Interim Chief of Police, TOng2@nvcc.edu

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“AI and Teaching” Webinar Zoom Recording Now Available

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:00:10 +0000

Dr. Michelle Baragona and Dr. Carlena Benjamin, from Northeast Mississippi Community College, presented an engaging, positive workshop on teaching with AI last week as part of the Center for the Advancement of Teaching Excellence (CATE) on-going AI-centered faculty professional development. The Zoom recording is now available here.

“Leveraging AI from the Classroom to the Office” introduced faculty across disciplines to a variety of free tools we can start using with students in class today. Tools discussed ranged from creating avatars, designing lecture plans and making videos to creating supplemental teaching documents and study guides, and much more! There’s even an AI app that can support grant writing.

Dr. Michelle Baragona is the vice president of instruction at Northeast Mississippi Community College and a strong advocate for technology in education. Dr. Carlena Benjamin is the instructional technology specialist at Northeast Mississippi Community College with 20 years of experience teaching Biology. The workshop left participants excited and inspired to explore and play. If you missed it, we invite you to watch the workshop recording here.

In the Spring, CATE will facilitate a community of practice for faculty interested in trying out different AI tools in their teaching. Stay tuned to the DailyFlyer for more information on Spring professional development through CATE.

Submitted by:
Indigo Eriksen, Interim Director of Faculty Professional Development, IEriksen@nvcc.edu

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Virginia Del. Charniele Herring Tours Alexandria Campus

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 06:00:30 +0000

Virginia Delegate and Majority Leader Charniele Herring toured NOVA’s Alexandria Campus on October 29.

Delegate Herring (District 4), who represents parts of Fairfax County and City of Alexandria, was excited to learn about the campus by seeing our facilities, asking questions, and better understanding NOVA’s needs.

The tour began with a stop in the Nighthawk Nest Food Pantry, a vital resource that provides easy, on-campus access to free food and personal care products for students. The tour then proceeded to the Academic Success Center. The Academic Success Center provides students with a variety of support programs including appointment tutoring, writing help, study skills development, and workshops. NOVA students enrolled in for-credit courses can utilize ASC’s resources at no additional cost, helping them to achieve their academic goals.

The final stop on the tour was the Automotive Technology Center, a state of the art facility that provides an immersive educational experience and prepares students for success in the automotive industry. Delegate Herring fondly recalled working on the brakes of the family car growing up. NOVA faculty and program head for Automotive and Collision Repair Technology Laura Garcia provided an overview of the Automotive Technology program, highlighting the equipment and resources that students use for hands-on training. Graduates from the program go on to fill crucial workforce needs in the region as automotive technicians.

Majority Leader Charniele Herring talks with Dean of Student Success Dr. Kathleen Odige at the Alexandria Campus

Submitted by:
Jose Dimas, Director of Governmental Affairs, JDimas@nvcc.edu

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