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May/June 2026

May/June 2026

Virginia Western Invites K-8 Students and Families to STEM Day on Saturday, April 13

This free event includes hands-on activities and food.

Apr 9, 2024
By: RKR

Virginia Western Event Puts Spotlight on Administrative Professionals

The Virginia Western Community College Workforce Solutions Division launches “Let Them Shine: An Administrative Professionals Celebration,” an annual event to recognize and invest in those who fill these key roles in organizations across the region.

Mar 14, 2024
By: RKR

Virginia Western Corporate Training Workshops Help Employers Provide for Professionals’ Growth

All are one-day, high-engagement sessions.

Mar 4, 2024
By: RKR

Fierce Dedication to Heritage

Victoria Ferguson works tirelessly to ensure that the true history of the Indigenous people of our region is told.

Nov 10, 2023
By: Sarah Riddell

Virginia Western Community College Sees Enrollment Growth Continue Upward Pattern

Enrollment has increased for five consecutive semesters (Summer 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Summer 2023, and Fall 2023).

Nov 1, 2023
By: RKR

Resiliency Unleashed Group Coaching Circle with Lindsay McKinnon

What do you get when you combine a group coaching circle, a book club and a fun social gathering? Resiliency Unleashed Group Coaching Circle with Lindsay McKinnon!

Sep 8, 2023
By: Lindsay McKinnon

Roanoke College, Virginia Western Community College Establish New Partnership

The Rapid Maroons Program strengthens the pipeline from Virginia Western to Roanoke by giving community college students access to advising services and campus activities that can smooth their transition to the four-year college.

Sep 5, 2023
By: RKR

Women Impact Virginia Summit to Lift Women’s Voices, Share Lessons in Leadership

Women Impact Virginia connects professional women across the commonwealth and gives them the resources they need to succeed.

Sep 5, 2023
By: RKR

Branch Hosts Second Annual G.I.R.L (Girls in Real Life) Construction Experience

This free event aims to inspire and empower girls aged five to 18 in the world of construction and engineering and fosters a safe, inclusive and non-judgmental space where girls can explore their interests.