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Reflection on the enduring importance of Black History

Reflection on the enduring importance of Black History

By Dr. David Doré, Chancellor of Virginia’s Community Colleges I am always inspired to meet with Virginia Community College students who have devoted the time and effort to travel to […]

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Community Colleges launch campaign to tell our story to Virginia lawmakers

Community Colleges launch campaign to tell our story to Virginia lawmakers

With State Delegates and Senators back in Richmond for their 2025 General Assembly session, Virginia’s Community Colleges are again trekking to the State Capitol.  The goal of the visits is […]

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VCCS students hone their leadership skills during fall conference

VCCS students hone their leadership skills during fall conference

By Matthew Fitzgerald/VCCS Coordinator for Student Support From community colleges across the state, more than 200 students gathered at the Hotel Roanoke in October for this year’s VCCS Student Leadership […]

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Veterans Day events around the system honor service to country

Veterans Day events around the system honor service to country

With events ranging from tree-plantings to military honor guards, community colleges around Virginia devoted time this month to pay tribute to those who have served the nation in uniform. Veterans […]

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VCCS spotlights workforce training innovation during National Apprenticeship Week

VCCS spotlights workforce training innovation during National Apprenticeship Week

By Amanda Christopher, special programs coordinator, VCCS Career Education and Workforce Programs   Virginia’s Community College’ System Office hosted a webinar Nov. 18 to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week. The event […]

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Dr. Cornelius Johnson Appointed Interim President of Danville Community College

Danville, VA – Dr. David Doré, Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), announced today he has appointed Dr. Cornelius Johnson, Ed.D., who is currently serving as the Vice […]

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With tears streaming down her face, she said, “I’m so very grateful, you just don’t know what this means”

With tears streaming down her face, she said, “I’m so very grateful, you just don’t know what this means”

The people of Virginia’s Community Colleges statewide have risen to the occasion after remnants of Hurricane Helene drenched Southwest Virginia in late September, causing widespread devastation and loss of power. […]

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Hire Education Conference focuses on the future of workforce and career training

Hire Education Conference focuses on the future of workforce and career training

With an eye on the future of workforce development, the 2024 VCCS Hire Education Conference brought together almost 300 educators, business and government leaders.  The annual conference is a professional […]

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Skilled Trades Summit seeks to increase Virginia’s pipeline of qualified workers

Skilled Trades Summit seeks to increase Virginia’s pipeline of qualified workers

“I am challenging everyone here today to think differently, challenge each other, hold us all accountable, and pursue bold ideas – bold ideas lead to strong solutions.”  VCCS Chancellor David […]

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Hire Ed awards honor extraordinary contributors

Hire Ed awards honor extraordinary contributors

Easily one of the highlights of the VCCS Hire Education Conference, the annual Awards Ceremony recognizes people and organizations who have gone the extra mile to promote student success and […]

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