SAVE THE DATE:

Friday, Feb 28, 2020 at 2pm. The Online Student Advisory Board Meeting will take place virtually via Zoom.

Open to any online student looking to join the board. Give input on how to make the online experience better! This meeting we will be discussing Graduation, Women’s History Month, and more!

For more info on  how to get involved visit the Student Advisory Board page!

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Let us know if you plan to join the meeting! Click the link for a short survey- https://forms.gle/6aHCjP45xUr47Ztr8 

Hello everyone, we had a successful first Online Student Advisory Board meeting last week!

To review the meeting minutes visit the Advisory Board Meeting Notes & Updates page.

Let’s hear your perspective on the topics we discussed! Answer the following questions in the Student Advisory Board Forum

• • What support and student life resources have been useful to you as an online student?
  • What has been missing?
  • If you had $500 to fund an activity or event – what would you do?

Remember, any online student is welcome to participate. The more feedback and input the better! To join us for our February Meeting, please let us know your availability in the poll below:

https://doodle.com/poll/i77vdhttdp672ivm

Our first meeting is set to take place virtually via Zoom (learn how Zoom works) on Thursday, January 30^th at 1pm.

To Join the Meeting Follow One of the Methods Below:

• Link to Join the Zoom Meeting Via Computer
  • https://vccs.zoom.us/j/616088879 
  • You are never required to use your webcam or microphone if you do not feel comfortable!*
• Number to Join Meeting Via Phone
  • +1-646-558-8656
  • Meeting ID: 616 088 879

Let us know if you plan to join the meeting! Click the link for a short poll – https://forms.gle/6aHCjP45xUr47Ztr8

Liberty Mountain Ski Trip February 5^th,  2020
Sign up now to attend!

Applicable for those located in the Northern Virginia Area. Must be able to travel to the following campus Student Life Offices  to register & to pick up transportation for the trip!

Participating Campuses & Student Life Office Location:

• Manassas – MH 108A
• Loudoun – LC 102N
• Annandale – CF 232
• Woodbridge – WS 158
• MEC – HE 116

**Tickets are first come first serve. Manassas Campus and Loudoun campus are reserving TWO online student spots. So indicate if you are an online students when you register!**

Trip Details

• All day experience – 8am – 7pm
• Location: Ski Liberty Mountain Resort
• Fee:  Students pay $30 (cash or check) & the fee includes Rental Equipment (skis or snowboard), Meal, Lift Ticket, and Transportation to the Resort.

For questions email onlinestulife@nvcc.edu – Tickets go quickly!

Micron will be hosting a career day on site at their Manassas location. The Career Day will consist of an overview of semiconductors and our company, a window tour of our fully automated Fabrication Manufacturing Facility (Fab), and information about current and future internship and full time job opportunities.  Refreshments are provided. Space is limited and registration is required due to security policies. 

Date: January 24, 2020
Time: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Address: 9600 Godwin Drive, Manassas, VA

Registration for this event closes on Tuesday, January 21st at 11:59 PM. Brittany Hollis, IET Career Coach will be in contact to confirm your attendance and provide further details prior to the event. If you have any questions, please contact Brittany Hollis, IET Career Coach at bhollis@nvcc.edu.

Registration Link http://career.novastem.us/MicronCareerDay 

OR scan the QR code to register :

Below are some first week reminders to help you be successful in your online course.
To view the links included below, make sure you are enrolled in the Virtual Student Union!

1. Read, read, read your Syllabus

Pay special attention to course requirements, submission guidelines, exam and testing information, due dates, and grading criteria.If you do not understand the expectations, contact your instructor immediately.

2. Submit work on time 

Do not wait until the last minute to submit assignments or take exams. The first week assignment is very important to turn in. It accounts for your attendance. You may be dropped from the class without a refund if you do not meet the course due dates.

3. Be proactive and communicate with your instructor

Always email your instructor with your student email. You’ll want to check this account daily. There is also an option to message your instructor through Canvas. View here for Canvas Tutorials for students (Links to an external site.).

4. Reach out if you need support

NOVA Online Student Services is here to support your online learning experience. We have Success Coaches, Counselors, Library Services, Student Life and more available to help!

New to online learning? No problem!

Visit the New to Online Classes Page

Also consider,  attending ASC’s online workshop on Strategies for Successful Online Learning – Friday, January 17 @ 12:00 p.m.
Register Here! 

Book Club Spring 2020 Suggestions are in! Vote for your favorites now:

https://forms.gle/5KGWuhDTXuTFQg13A

You got this Nighthawks –

Check out the Finals Prep page in the Virtual Student Union for tips to succeed during finals week!