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Virginia College Guide 2026

A comprehensive look into higher education throughout the Commonwealth.

Free Career Support for Job Seekers in the Roanoke Valley

The Roanoke Higher Education Center’s (RHEC) Career and Workforce Development Center is a “one-stop shop” for career support that assists students in their member institutions, as well as members of the general public.

The Power of Education

Hands-on learning equips residents with skills that translate directly into meaningful careers.

Engineering Tomorrow’s Leaders

Hands-on learning and fun collide as local STEM camps fuel kids’ curiosity and confidence for the future.

Educating the Newest Locals

Blue Ridge Literacy transforms lives in the Roanoke Valley by empowering adults through language and literacy support.

Class Acts

From tech-savvy programs to liberal arts gems, find the perfect academic adventure in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

VBR Life 2025: Education

Learn more about top-notch education throughout Virginia's Blue Ridge, including Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke counties, Roanoke City and Salem.

Customized Education

We take a closer look at the rising popularity of homeschooling your kids.

Behind Every Great Leader

Behind these higher education presidents are some pretty incredible spouses.

A Love of Learning

Local librarians share their experiences on helping kids learn about the world on every page.

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Virginia College Guide 2026

A comprehensive look into higher education throughout the Commonwealth.
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Free Career Support for Job Seekers in the Roanoke Valley

The Roanoke Higher Education Center’s (RHEC) Career and Workforce Development Center is a “one-stop shop” for career support that assists students in their member institutions, as well as members of the general public.
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The Power of Education

Hands-on learning equips residents with skills that translate directly into meaningful careers.
The Burton Center for Arts and Technology robotics camp is run by the school’s FTC robotics team.

Engineering Tomorrow’s Leaders

Hands-on learning and fun collide as local STEM camps fuel kids’ curiosity and confidence for the future.
Blue Ridge Literacy hosts an annual Scrabble tournament which is a major fundraiser. / With five levels of English for Speakers of Other Languages classes, Blue Ridge Literacy provides adult learners with year-round opportunities to reach their language goals — in-person or online.

Educating the Newest Locals

Blue Ridge Literacy transforms lives in the Roanoke Valley by empowering adults through language and literacy support.
Roanoke College

Class Acts

From tech-savvy programs to liberal arts gems, find the perfect academic adventure in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.
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VBR Life 2025: Education

Learn more about top-notch education throughout Virginia's Blue Ridge, including Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke counties, Roanoke City and Salem.
Brittany McPherson leads story time with Valley Forest School students during their field trip to Carvins Cove.

Customized Education

We take a closer look at the rising popularity of homeschooling your kids.
Kelly Shushok is a constant presence at Roanoke College functions, often side by side with her husband.

Behind Every Great Leader

Behind these higher education presidents are some pretty incredible spouses.
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A Love of Learning

Local librarians share their experiences on helping kids learn about the world on every page.
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