Our Nighthawks

NOVA Grad, Inspired by Family Tragedy, Returns to Study Sonography

August 30, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Samar Bashir had always dreamed of becoming a doctor, but that dream ended in 2013 when her father died unexpectedly at age 62. Almost overnight, Samar’s life changed drastically; instead of going to medical school, she found herself in the workforce, shouldering the responsibility of supporting her mother and younger siblings. Sudden cardiac arrest claimed … Continued

President’s Student Office Hours, Sept. 4

August 29, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

President Kress will host her first student office hours of the academic year on Wednesday, September 4, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. This is an opportunity for students to hear directly from the president and to ask her the questions they have been pondering. Direct your students to the Virtual Student Union for the link … Continued

Financial Aid Reminders for Fall 2024

August 29, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Please take a moment to review these important financial aid reminders for Fall 2024. Please share this information with students! Apply for Financial Aid: Students may complete the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any items that may be requested on their myNOVA To Do List to be considered for financial … Continued

President’s Student Office Hours, Sept. 4

August 28, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

President Kress will host her first student office hours of the academic year on Wednesday, September 4, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. This is an opportunity for students to hear directly from the president and to ask her the questions they have been pondering. Direct your students to the Virtual Student Union for the link … Continued

Financial Aid Reminders for Fall 2024

August 28, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Please take a moment to review these important financial aid reminders for Fall 2024. Please share this information with students! Apply for Financial Aid: Students may complete the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any items that may be requested on their myNOVA To Do List to be considered for financial … Continued

Important Update: Mandatory Training for New NOVA Students in Fall 2024

August 28, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

As part of our ongoing commitment to campus safety and student well-being, NOVA is implementing new mandatory training requirements for all students who are new to the college in Fall 2024. These changes are in response to recent Virginia legislation—specifically, §23.1-808.1, which mandates Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Training, and §23.1-808.2, which requires Campus Safety … Continued

Important Note: Change in Military Withdrawal Policy

August 28, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

The Office of Military and Veteran Services would like to provide an important update about a recent change in the military withdrawal policy, Public Law 117-328, Title 38 of the U.S. Code section 3691A(b) and section 3691(c). The military “withdrawal or leave of absence” policy provides colleges with the following guidance: Specifically, 38 U.S.C. §3691A(a)(2)(B) … Continued

Shopping Day at NOVA’s Professional Clothing Closet, Sept. 10

August 27, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

The Business Engagement and Career Services Office is excited to launch NOVA’s Professional Clothing Closet on September 10 during NOVA Day at the WAS Cafe at the  Woodbridge Campus! This shopping day experience will provide students with the opportunity to shop for FREE professional clothing to help them look their best when going to work … Continued

Financial Aid Reminders for Fall 2024

August 27, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

Please take a moment to review these important financial aid reminders for Fall 2024. Please share this information with students! Apply for Financial Aid: Students may complete the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any items that may be requested on their myNOVA To Do List to be considered for financial … Continued

Important Update: Mandatory Training for New NOVA Students in Fall 2024

August 26, 2024 / Our Nighthawks

As part of our ongoing commitment to campus safety and student well-being, NOVA is implementing new mandatory training requirements for all students who are new to the college in Fall 2024. These changes are in response to recent Virginia legislation—specifically, §23.1-808.1, which mandates Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Training, and §23.1-808.2, which requires Campus Safety … Continued