On Friday, April 5, students participating in the Community College Initiative (CCI) program at NOVA’s Alexandria Campus took a day trip to the Shenandoah Valley. Participants spent the day exploring the region, including its history, agriculture, economy, sustainability and famous national park. Led by Alexandria CCI Program Coordinator Anna Du and chaperoned by Woodbridge Campus … Continued
President Kress’s monthly student office hours have been moved to Wednesday, April 24, from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. (Please make your students aware of this date change!) 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 … Continued
On Monday, April 1, NOVA’s Woodbridge Campus hosted a special ceremony to present a check to the NOVA Educational Foundation. Angel Pino, current member and incoming president of the Alpha Delta Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, offered a check in the amount of $5,000; the funds will establish a scholarship to … Continued
The Office of Military and Veteran Services would like to provide an important update about a recent change in 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) provides … Continued
As students plan their Fall 2024 semester, we wanted to provide some important information about NOVA’s upcoming tuition rates. Community college tuition rates in Virginia are determined by the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) State Board. Decisions regarding tuition rates are usually made in May. Until any changes are made to the current tuition rates, when … Continued
An artist with a knack for engineering, JR Bontrager studied music at Northern Virginia Community College and later obtained his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Art Institute of Washington. Today, he’s back at NOVA studying engineering while also working full time. JR has been with 3D Herndon for six years and currently serves as … Continued
The dedicated service of NOVA’s nearly 300 work-study students has not gone unnoticed. Today, April 11, we will celebrate and recognize these student workers who contribute so much to our College community! Pizza, brownies and cookies will be provided at the Work-Study Appreciation Events shown below. Work-study students may enter a raffle to win one … Continued
The Office of Military and Veteran Services would like to provide an important update about a recent change in 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) provides … Continued
Financial aid has been awarded to eligible students for Summer 2024. Aid offered prior to the June 3 term census is based on anticipated full-time enrollment in at least 12 eligible credits. Students should review their pending financial aid based on actual enrollment and ensure it is enough to cover their summer balance by the … Continued
It’s the season of beautiful blooms and annual celebrations. Please join me in congratulating the 2024 NOVA S.E.A.L. Award recipients! Each year, students are nominated based on their demonstrated excellence in the areas of Service, Engagement, Academics and Leadership. This year, we recognize 51 stellar Nighthawks who continue to soar above and beyond. 2024 NOVA … Continued
