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NOVA Recognized in DoE Report on Increasing Diversity in Higher Ed.
White House Domestic Policy Council Director Neera Tanden, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and college and university leaders met Thursday, September 28th for an event highlighting the release of the Department of Education’s report, “Strategies for Increasing Diversity and Opportunity in Higher Education.” The report bolsters the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to advancing diversity and opportunity in higher education. NOVA was the only community college represented in this important discussion.
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Tech-Savvy NOVA Student Develops Innovative Allergy-Safe Product Finder
Cynthia Lionheart’s story is one of resilience, determination and a passion for developing inclusive technology. She faced a serious illness at age 19, with her doctors uncertain about her recovery. Despite the odds, Cynthia fought for her health for years with a singular goal: to return to college.
September 12, 2024
From Struggle to Success: Denny Martinez-Barrera's Triumph at NOVA
Denny Martinez-Barrera is a NOVA graduate who knows the power of second chances. Born in El Salvador, he moved at age 5 to the United States, where his parents worked tirelessly to provide a brighter future for him and his sister.
September 6, 2024
NOVA Grad, Inspired by Family Tragedy, Returns to Study Sonography
A life-altering event pushed Samar Bashir onto a vastly different pathway. Eventually, she boldly decided to give up job security for a new opportunity as a STAR (Skilled Through Alternative Routes).
August 28, 2024
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LATEST PRESS RELEASES
NOVA President Anne Kress Named 2024 ACCT Southern Region CEO
NOVA is excited to be designated as a 2023 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and mobility in their communities.
August 29, 2024
For Fourth Year, NOVA’s Metallica Scholars Initiative Empowers Students Through Scholarships
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) will receive $10,000 as part of the Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI). This marks NOVA's fourth year participating in the program, which has previously provided $175,000 to help transform the lives and futures of our students.
July 30, 2024
NOVA Educational Foundation Partners with Yondr to Support Future Data Center and Engineering Tech Industry Professionals
The NOVA Educational Foundation and Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) are excited to announce their partnership with Yondr, a leading global developer, owner and operator of hyperscale data centers.
June 26, 2024