NOVA is wrapping up Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15). As part of the Annandale Lyceum Committee’s “Our American Dream” series, on October 11, Michel Zajur discussed his “Mexican American Roots,” sharing his remarkable story of achieving the American Dream. Michel is an accomplished business leader, entrepreneur and community advocate who has contributed … Continued
NOVA Campus Recreation and Wellness is all about engaging with students on multiple levels and enhancing their overall wellness. The different activities implemented by the Recreation and Wellness department across our campuses are designed not only to enrich our students’ social lives and physical fitness but also to give them a sense of purpose on … Continued
NOVA closed out Deaf Awareness Month with a special guest on Sept. 28. Mohamed Del is a voice for those unheard. He is a well-known figure in deaf education and advocacy in Somalia and the U.S. We know that literacy is crucial for education. So just imagine being deaf and not having sign language in … Continued
NOVA Business Engagement and Career Services hosted its first event of Fall 2023 on Wednesday, September 20, at the Alexandria Campus indoor basketball court and dance studio. Thirty-four employers participated, including the Federal Aviation Administration, Fairfax County Public Schools and Dominion Energy. Employers provided information about numerous part-time job and paid internship opportunities to over 320 … Continued
NOVA fosters a sense of belonging and we collectively practice diversity, equity and inclusion across our campuses, programs and people. Dr. JoAnn Credle, coordinator for specialized degree programs definitely practices what she preaches. Credle recently extended an invitation across NOVA’s campuses to visit The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), and she … Continued
Wrapping up AAPI Heritage Month at NOVA, the office of DEI held an event focusing on caring for your mental health as an Asian American Pacific Islander. May is also Mental Health Month. DEI’s guest speaker Sandhya Oaks spoke at the AAPI Intercultural Learning Center earlier this month about something she is most passionate about—caring … Continued
NOVA’s Night of Science and the Arts! was held on May 11 at the Annandale Campus. Over 250 kids and their parents were treated to an unparalleled night of experiential learning. Modules included an instrument petting zoo sponsored by Foxes Music Company, putting together skeletons, learning your blood type, making a microbial handprint, examining the interactions … Continued
On Thursday, April 20, Joshua Bruce and Steve Lessner held “Drop That Beat:” a Hip Hop Writing Workshop, at the Annandale Campus. Thirty-five faculty, staff and student participants interactively explored various rappers’ techniques of writing and invention as well as analyzing Rap lyrics for literary and writing techniques. During these interactions, participants discussed lyrics of … Continued
The Manassas, Woodbridge and Annandale campuses opened their doors to welcome potential students this spring as part of the NOVA Showcase Series. The events took place on Saturdays in March and April and were a testament to the strong collaboration of several NOVA departments! Prospective students and their families were able to interact in hands-on … Continued
On Saturday, April 22, the NOVA Police Department participated in the 24th Annual National Drug Take Back Event sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This year, NOVA’s Alexandra, Annandale and Loudoun campuses were all registered as collection sites. Between our three campuses, we were able to collect 77 pounds of expired and unused prescription … Continued
