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Speakers, including a graduate from NOVAcommcollege, were united in warning lawmakers of the ramifications of National Science Foundation budget cuts on skilled technical workforce development. #budgetcutimpacts forbes.com/sites/shalinjy…

Partnering with Russell County, Southwest Virginia Community College will provide a structured educational pathway for individuals interested in pursuing careers in #emergencyservices. #Partnership citizenportal.ai/articles/53220…



An Ad Astra (to the stars) moment for Tidewater Community College students. #researchinspace


Dr. Laura Treanor sits down for an interview, her first since taking the reins as president of Virginia Western. #anewera #communitycollegepresident

Fiber optics serves as the backbone of modern technology, supporting and transmitting large amounts of data like never before. Hear how 3 NOVAcommcollege students jumpstarted their careers in fiber optics through the FastForward program: fastforwardva.org/next-gen-conne…




“This is a great opportunity for Rappahannock Community College to showcase how we’re preparing students for real-world careers and for community partners to discover new ways to collaborate with us.” ~ Kimberly Coles, RCC Career Services Coordinator #networkingevent realradio804.com/rcc-to-host-ca…


“They’re middle schoolers and high schoolers, they don’t know what’s out there yet until they’re exposed to it, and so we want to give an introduction to that and create an excitement for learning." ~ New River CC Camp Director Anna Mercier #CareerPathways wdbj7.com/2025/07/11/nrc…

On Monday and Tuesday, July 28–29, Mountain Gateway Community College will offer a 2-day course on #publicsafety #Drone Operations. Designed for law enforcement, 1st responders and other public safety personnel, the course prepares participants to sit for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification exam.


A new report finds 1 in 5 people believe the cost of attending #CommunityCollege is more than $20,000 annually. In reality, the tuition charged by VA's Comm Colleges amounts to roughly 1/3 of the costs of attending Virginia’s public 4-year colleges. highereddive.com/news/college-a…


Angelie Grubb kicked off her "second act" with the electrical program at Laurel Ridge Community College. With a young child, she knew she wanted to get back to work. FastForward helped her find her interest in electrical work and start her career. Learn how here: fastforwardva.org/credentials-av…


Some of the recommendations coming out of the President's Summit at NOVAcommcollege include making online learning a strategic priority and creating #AI working groups that include student voices. ccdaily.com/2025/07/lookin…