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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.
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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.
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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.
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Customized Education

We take a closer look at the rising popularity of homeschooling your kids.
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Behind Every Great Leader

Behind these higher education presidents are some pretty incredible spouses.

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The Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival attracts about 20,000 visitors annually — a boon to the local economy.
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Bloom Town

Flower farms are finding new ways to keep our community beautiful.

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The House on the Hill

Stewardship of the signature structure on the city side of Mill Mountain is in the very conscientious hands of Drs.