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Final Fall Session Quickly Approaching

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The final seven-week session for the fall semester begins on Wednesday, October 18.  NOVA offers courses in a variety of formats both asynchronous and synchronous. Courses following an asynchronous format are offered through NOVA Online, NOVA’s online division, and with few exceptions, do not require any on-site or real-time meetings. Courses following a synchronous format are offered through a NOVA campus and may require on-site meetings and/or meetings online via Zoom in real-time.

View NOVA’s academic calendar for information about registration and other important dates.  Scroll to the bottom of the calendar for information about sessions offered through NOVA Online.

View a current Schedule of Classes to learn more about course offerings.  Use the Search for A Class feature to search for courses of interest.  Select NOVA Online as the Location option to search for sections of courses offered through NOVA Online.  You will enroll in courses through NOVA’s student information system.

If you are new to NOVA, view the Ready to Become a Nighthawk? post for guidance on getting started. If you need help registering for courses, find information on NOVA’s Register for Classes website.

More Sessions Begin Today!

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Below are three things to do to help a session get off to a good start.

  1. Access a recording of a New2NOL presentation (passcode – M22R^iqA), presented by a NOVA Online Success Coach, for information to include navigating a course in Canvas, best practices for successful completion of a course, and NOVA supports and resources.
  2. Review each course syllabus. Note due dates, important college-wide dates, and contact information for each professor.
  3. Access the Virtual Student Union (VSU) and consider participating in an upcoming event.

Tips for Beginning a Course

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  1. Access a recording of a New2NOL presentation (passcode – M22R^iqA), presented by a NOVA Online Success Coach, for information to include navigating a course in Canvas, best practices for successful completion of a course, and NOVA supports and resources.
  2. Review each course syllabus. Note due dates, important college-wide dates, and contact information for each professor.
  3. Become familiar with NOVA resources and services to support student success.

More Sessions Began This Week!

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Below are three things to do to help a session get off to a good start.

  1. Access a recording of a New2NOL presentation (passcode – M22R^iqA), presented by a NOVA Online Success Coach, for information to include navigating a course in Canvas, best practices for successful completion of a course, and NOVA supports and resources.
  2. Review each course syllabus. Note due dates, important college-wide dates, and contact information for each professor.
  3. Access the Virtual Student Union (VSU) and consider participating in an upcoming event.

Happy First Day of the Fall Semester!

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The fall semester has begun.  Below are a few tips to help your semester get off to a good start.

  1. Review each course syllabus. Note due dates as well as contact information for the professor and preferred method of contact.
  2. Create a schedule for studying and completing assignments.
  3. Check the academic calendar. Identify and take note of key dates for a session.
  4. Access the Canvas and EdTech Resources for Students course in Canvas to make sure you are aware of and utilizing features of Canvas.
  5. Connect with NOVA – Access the Virtual Student Union (VSU) to participate in welcome week events!

FALL REGISTRATION EVENTS

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Evening Registration Labs

Do you still need to register for fall 2023 classes? Are you thinking of adding another class to your schedule? Now is the time!

Registration assistance is available in the evenings at NOVA’s five comprehensive campuses.

  • Alexandria Campus
    • Location: AA 155
    • Thursday August 17, 2023
      • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Annandale Campus
    • Location: CA 113
    • Tuesday August 15, 2023
      • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Loudoun Campus
    • Location: LR 209
    • Thursday August 17, 2023
      • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Manassas Campus
    • Location: MP 112
    • Wednesday August 16, 2023
      • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Woodbridge Campus
    • Location: Woodbridge Village, Building G, Room 102
    • Monday August 14, 2023
      • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Super Saturday

NOVA’s “Super Saturday” will offer one-stop access to class registration at all NOVA campuses in person and virtually on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Get assistance with building your class schedule, enrolling in courses, financial aid, and more before classes start this fall.

Get to Know NOVA

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Did you know, in addition to the NOVA Online Division, NOVA has six unique campuses?  If you are a new student and curious about what a campus is like or has to offer, consider participating in a Discover NOVA event.  The events being held now, throughout the end of July and early August, at different campuses include the following:

  • Presentations and breakout sessions featuring topics to help students make the transition to college.
  • Opportunities to interact with NOVA faculty, staff, and students.
  • Two students from each Discover NOVA event will be randomly selected to receive a $250 NOVA Scholarship.

Learn more about the events, scholarship, and how to register at the Discover NOVA website.