May 20, 2013
20th Anniversary Garden Gala at the Community Arboretum
20 years and growing...
Join us as we celebrate!
5 to 7 p.m.
June 2, 2013
the Community Arboretum
at Virginia Western Community College
Live Music
City Garden Inauguration
Silent Auction
Hors d' oeuvres and drinks
For registration information visit www.virginiawestern.edu/arboretum/events
or call Sharon Stinnette at 540-857-6702
TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling on Campus May 23, 2013
A detailed evaluation tells you everything you need to know and do. TIAA-CREF’s individual counseling session for employees will help you answer these questions:
- Are you setting realistic goals for key life events and retirement?
- Can you better balance your spending priorities to help you save more for your financial goals?
- What investment mix and strategy is best for you to increase your portfolio’s potential, including protecting against cost-of-living increases?
- What retirement income options best fit your situation?
This individual counseling session will help you simplify your retirement by:
- Consolidating your retirement accounts to make managing your holdings easier, particularly when it comes to tax preparation.
- Reviewing your retirement income options to provide you with the most flexibility possible.
Individual Counseling Session
Thursday, May 23, 2013
2:00 – 5 p.m.
Fishburn Hall, Human Resources Testing Room, Ground Floor
To make an appointment, RSVP as soon as you can by registering at www.tiaa-cref.org/letstalk1 or 866-843-5640 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).
May 14, 2013
Library Closing Early Tuesday
Brown Library will be closing at 3pm on Tuesday for a staff meeting.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The hours for the Learning Technology Center are different and are posted here.
Remember, even when the library is closed, you can still access expert assistance, online library resources, and computers for doing class work or research. Check out these alternatives:
Off-Campus Access to Research Databases and the Library Catalog
May 13, 2013
VWCC Employment Opportunities
Human Resources is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
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Advising Center Manager
- Deadline: 05/17/2013 by 5pm (EST)
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Event & Media Specialist (Media Geek)
- Deadline: 05/20/2013 by 5pm (EST)
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Human Resources Office Assistant (Part-time)
- Deadline: 05/20/2013 by 5pm (EST)
For more details about our application process and/or to complete the online application, please visit our website: www.virginiawestern.edu/hr and select "CAREER OPENINGS". Feel free to contact HR at 857.7282 with any questions!
May 8, 2013
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Industrial Maintenance Technician (17 Weeks, 20 Hours/Week, 340 Total Hours) This VWCC Quick Connect Intensive Industrial Maintenance Technician's program introduces students to the knowledge and skills they will need to work in manufacturing or industrial plants. Entry level industrial maintenance technicians call upon a variety of skills in electronics, mechanical and digital systems to repair and maintain large and complex machines. Through on-line, classroom and hands-on training, students will build skills in an array of mechanical, electrical and technological areas including welding and maintenance, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical control systems. Students will use a variety of resources including Tooling University from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. For additional program information, please contact Leah Coffman at 857-6678; James Smith at 857-6273; or contact a VWCC Career Transition Coach at 857-6296 (Deb Squire) or 857-6279 (Amanda Decker).
VWCC KIDS College 2013 (summer camps for 3rd - 12th) Early registraton $avings!! Ends May 30th - Follow link for more details: http://virginiawestern.edu/summercamps/index.html Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu
RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAY WORKSHOPS (6:30pm-9:30pm) (Tues. 6/25-7/2 or Thurs. 6/20-27) - Learn how to determine the amount of money you need to retire. Create your own goals for a successful retirment. Eliminate debt and improve cash flow. Class sizes are limited be sure to register today! Advance registration is required. Spouses welcome at no additional charge. Class requires a minimum of 3 registrations or class will be rescheduled or cancelled to run at a later date. Cost $59. Contact Paulette Parkhill 540-857-6514 or pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu
May 6, 2013
Shortened Library Hours
The library will have shortened hours until Summer semester officially begins on May 16th, 2013.
Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm (Closed 5/11, 5/25)
Sunday: CLOSED
IMPORTANT NOTE: The hours for the Learning Technology Center are different and are posted here.
Remember, even when the library is closed, you can still access expert assistance, online library resources, and computers for doing class work or research. Check out these alternatives:
Off-Campus Access to Research Databases and the Library Catalog
May 1, 2013
Workforce Development
Industrial Maintenance Technician (17 Weeks, 20 Hours/Week, 340 Total Hours) This VWCC Quick Connect Intensive Industrial Maintenance Technician's program introduces students to the knowledge and skills they will need to work in manufacturing or industrial plants. Entry level industrial maintenance technicians call upon a variety of skills in electronics, mechanical and digital systems to repair and maintain large and complex machines. Through on-line, classroom and hands-on training, students will build skills in an array of mechanical, electrical and technological areas including welding and maintenance, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical control systems. Students will use a variety of resources including Tooling University from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. For additional program information, please contact Leah Coffman at 857-6678; James Smith at 857-6273; or contact a VWCC Career Transition Coach at 857-6296 (Deb Squire) or 857-6279 (Amanda Decker).
VWCC KIDS College 2013 (summer camps for 3rd - 12th) Early registraton $avings!! Follow link for more details: http://virginiawestern.edu/summercamps/index.html Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu
April 29, 2013
TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling on Campus May 23, 2013
A detailed evaluation tells you everything you need to know and do. TIAA-CREF’s individual counseling session for employees will help you answer these questions:
- Are you setting realistic goals for key life events and retirement?
- Can you better balance your spending priorities to help you save more for your financial goals?
- What investment mix and strategy is best for you to increase your portfolio’s potential, including protecting against cost-of-living increases?
- What retirement income options best fit your situation?
This individual counseling session will help you simplify your retirement by:
- Consolidating your retirement accounts to make managing your holdings easier, particularly when it comes to tax preparation.
- Reviewing your retirement income options to provide you with the most flexibility possible.
Individual Counseling Session
Thursday, May 23, 2013
2:00 – 5 p.m.
Fishburn Hall, Human Resources Testing Room, Ground Floor
To make an appointment, RSVP as soon as you can by registering at www.tiaa-cref.org/letstalk1 or 866-843-5640 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).
VWCC Employment Opportunities
Human Resources is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
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Nursing Instructor (RN)
- Deadline: 05/03/2013 by 5pm (EST)
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Part-time, Adjunct Faculty - Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Deadline: Open Until Filled
For more details about our application process and/or to complete the online application, please visit our website: www.virginiawestern.edu/hr and select "CAREER OPENINGS". Please feel free to contact HR, 857.7282, with any questions!
April 24, 2013
Workforce Development
Workforce Development http://virginiawestern.edu/workforce/classes/index.php
PMP Refresher 05/02/13 - 06/06/13 - this course is designed for the students who have already completed the PMP Exam Prep class and wish to review the body of knowledge prior to testing and students who need to earn their 35 education hours my take this class along with PM Prepcast. Contact Paulette Parkhill (540)857-6514 pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu. Cost $100 http://virginiawestern.edu/classes/scheduleDetail.php?subject=BUSC&asubject=Business and Commerce Tech.&term=2133&longterm=Summer 2013&bookstoreTermID=2133&shortTerm=Summer
VWCC KIDS College 2013 (summer camps) Engino Building - Engineer-Architect-Creativity Workshop (rising grades 3-7), Horticulture Camp — My Backyard Habitat (rising grades 4-6), Chemical Magic — Magical Microscopes — Rocks and Minerals (rising grades 3-6), "MAGIC" Mentoring A Girl In Construction (rising grades 9-12 Girls), Science Sleuths - Crime Scene Investigation (rising grades 3-7), Robotics Camp (rising grades 6-8), Investigate with Geospatial Technologies - GIS, GPS and Satellite Imagery (rising grades 5-10), Discover Mechatronics Camp (rising grades 6-8), Digital Photography (rising grades 4-6), Digital Photography (rising grades 7-9); BLACK ROCKET CAMPS - App Attack! Make Your First Game App (rising grades 3-5), App Attack! Make Your First Game App (rising grades 6-8), Make Your First Video Game! (rising grades 3-5), Make Your First Video Game! (rising grades 6-8), App Adventures! The Next Level (rising grades 3-5), App Adventures! The Next Level (rising grades 6-8), Make Your First 3-D Video Game! (rising grades 3-5), Make Your First 3-D Video Game! (rising grades 6-8), LEGO Films and Stop Action! (rising grades 3-5), LEGO Films and Stop Action! (rising grades 6-9), LEGO VIDEO Games (rising grades 3-5), LEGO VIDEO Games (rising grades 6-9), Video Game Animation (rising grades 3-5), Video Game Animation (rising grades 6-9). Early registraton $avings!! Follow link for more details: http://virginiawestern.edu/summercamps/index.html Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu
