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Two VWCC Members Receive New Horizons Awards

Joanie Bryant and Allison Dooley were honored for excellence with statewide New Horizons awards.

BACE Credential Helps Virginia Western Biotechnology Students Show Readiness for Employment

The BACE credential certifies students' overall proficiency in bioscience skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level technician positions.

Student Support Focus of Virginia Western’s Outreach with Northwest Roanoke Community Leaders

President Sandel was thanked for his leadership in initiating community-building and partnerships.

Virginia Western 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Call for Nominations

The prestigious award is intended to showcase the diversity of Virginia Western graduates and their range of influence on our region.

Virginia Western to Offer New Hydroponics Course Starting February 19, 2025

This course will explore the principles behind hydroponics, from the basic technology and equipment to setting up and maintaining a hydroponic system.

Autonomous Vehicle Course Lays Groundwork for New Program at Virginia Western

Key to the course would be hands-on learning and field experiences to supplement lectures.

Dr. Robert Sandel, President of Virginia Western, Receives VCCS Expanding Opportunities Award

The award recognizes legacy in the arena of workforce development.

Virginia Western’s CCAP Accepting Applications Through February 1

489 students are attending the college this fall, thanks to the public/private funding partnership.

Virginia Western Welcomes Back AVP of Human Resources Jennifer Pittman

Virginia Western Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Pittman as Associate Vice President of Human Resources.

Virginia Western Community College Names Cheryl Hilton Director of TRIO Student Support Services

Hilton's journey with Virginia Western began in May 2006, marking 18 years of dedicated service to the institution.

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Allison Dooley received the Chancellor’s Award for Student Services Excellence.

Two VWCC Members Receive New Horizons Awards

Joanie Bryant and Allison Dooley were honored for excellence with statewide New Horizons awards.
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BACE Credential Helps Virginia Western Biotechnology Students Show Readiness for Employment

The BACE credential certifies students' overall proficiency in bioscience skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level technician positions.
Nonprofit leaders and Virginia Western Community College staff gathered at an outreach breakfast Feb. 8 to hear about the student support services that Virginia Western offers its students. The group also thanked Dr. Robert Sandel (front row in center), President of Virginia Western, for initiating these outreach events in 2022.

Student Support Focus of Virginia Western’s Outreach with Northwest Roanoke Community Leaders

President Sandel was thanked for his leadership in initiating community-building and partnerships.
The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes Virginia Western alumni who have achieved outstanding success and made a lasting impact on their community.

Virginia Western 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Call for Nominations

The prestigious award is intended to showcase the diversity of Virginia Western graduates and their range of influence on our region.
Hydroponic farming, like the display shown here from Blue Ridge Hydroponics in Salem, VA, provides an innovative method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water and technology. Virginia Western will launch an eight-week hydroponics course starting February 19, 2025, to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to hydroponic farming.

Virginia Western to Offer New Hydroponics Course Starting February 19, 2025

This course will explore the principles behind hydroponics, from the basic technology and equipment to setting up and maintaining a hydroponic system.
Members of the Autonomous Technologies course took a field trip to the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute in April. Pictured with VTTI’s “Smart Road” are (from left): Briana Wood, Dr. David Berry, Ashley Stanley, Adam O’Neal and Nat Stuart.

Autonomous Vehicle Course Lays Groundwork for New Program at Virginia Western

Key to the course would be hands-on learning and field experiences to supplement lectures.
VCCS Senior Vice Chancellor Craig Herndon (from left), honors Dr. Robert Sandel, president of Virginia Western Community College. Sandel received the 2024 Expanding Opportunities Award on Oct. 24 at the Virginia Community College System Hire Education Conference at the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center.

Dr. Robert Sandel, President of Virginia Western, Receives VCCS Expanding Opportunities Award

The award recognizes legacy in the arena of workforce development.
Roanoke City CCAP student and Virginia Western student ambassador Yassine Abdelkader.

Virginia Western’s CCAP Accepting Applications Through February 1

489 students are attending the college this fall, thanks to the public/private funding partnership.
Virginia Western welcomes back AVP of Human Resources Jennifer Pittman

Virginia Western Welcomes Back AVP of Human Resources Jennifer Pittman

Virginia Western Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Pittman as Associate Vice President of Human Resources.
Cheryl Hilton named director of TRIO Student Support Services.

Virginia Western Community College Names Cheryl Hilton Director of TRIO Student Support Services

Hilton's journey with Virginia Western began in May 2006, marking 18 years of dedicated service to the institution.
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