So exciting to see so many students and families on campus today for Disney’s Coco! Since Coco takes place in Mexico, we shared some flavors from Mexico before the movie! Students enjoyed snacks like spicy plantain chips, Mexican sodas and coconut candies!

Chef Schopp continues to rise to the culinary challenge! http://www.thefranklinnewspost.com/news/area-chef-serves-up-culinary-prestige/article_8a60b206-18aa-11e8-8ba5-73b90cb7fd2b.html

Thank you Barter Theatre for an outstanding performance of Aesop’s Fables and for your generous Q&A session after the show. #vwcc #vwcampuslife #bartertheater #futureactors

Virginia Western is looking for our next top model for a program photo shoot! Would you like to be a successful representative of your program of study to the community? We are looking for current students or graduates from the following programs: • Accounting • Administration of Justice • Biotechnology • Business Administration • CDL • Culinary Arts • Early Childhood Administration • Electrical Engineering Technology • Information Technology • Marketing • Mechatronics Systems Engineering • Medical Coding • Medical Lab Technician • Nursing • Paralegal • Pharmacy Technician • Phlebotomy • Practical Nursing • Radiology • Welding WHEN? Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday WHERE? 3RD floor Student Life Center WHAT? Come prepared to take a head shot photo and complete a brief questionnaire

Congratulations to Virginia Western's Tooth Sleuths team for their win in a statewide dental hygiene knowledge competition! https://virginiawestern.edu/news/2018/02/dental-hygiene-team-wins-statewide-knowledge-competition/

Are you interested in Assisting with VWCC KIDS College? We want to hear from you! We are currently looking for energetic Assistants for our summer camps: Engineering marvels: Creative Workshop, Science Design Studio: Computer Software building camps: Minecraft Fun outside: Photography, Horticulture Assistants will be responsible for helping the instructor with the camp and projects, student/parent sign-in and sign-out, and student/parent drop-off and pick-up. Requirements: •At least 18 years old •Be comfortable helping children with tech projects •Must be able to assist Instructor with camp projects Don’t Delay Contact us Now: KIDS College Assistant Registration: http://virginiawestern.edu/vwforms/interested-in-assisting-or-teaching-for-kids-college/

Ready to expand or start a new career, follow a passion, or build new skills??? Virginia Western's School of Business Technology and Trades (BTT) is hosting a special registration event. Programs offered within this division are listed below. Come explore options of study, register for classes, and have fun finding "your pot of gold" with career skills discovered through the BTT office! When: Tuesday, March 13th, 10 AM-2 PM Where: Webber Hall/Room W305 Who: All students and potential students welcome! What to bring: Your best selfie smile and/or a copy of your schedule (or proof on your phone that you are registered) for summer classes to be entered into a prize drawing! Programs of Study available in Business, Technology & Trades at Virginia Western: Associate of Applied Science Degrees Accounting Administrative Management Technology AMT: Medical Administrative Management Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program Culinary Arts: Baking Specialization Management Paralegal Studies Associate of Science Degrees Business Administration Career Studies Certificates (often less than one year in length): Air Conditioning & Refrigeration AMT: Computer Office Support Specialist AMT: Customer Support Automotive Analysis & Repair Building Trades Technology Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program: Culinary Arts Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program: Baking & Pastry Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program: Cake Production & Decorating Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program: Professional Catering Electrical Wiring HIM: Health Records Coding HIM: Medical Billing HIM: Medical Office Specialist Horticulture Technology Maintenance Technology Management: Entrepreneurship Plus Welding & Metal Processing

CYBER GUILD, the Cyber Security Club meeting will meet again on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 4:30pm-5:30pm Come join us in Room M318. There is so much to discover! Our club is not just built around discussing recent security events and topics but actively exploring and experimenting with tools and concepts in the world of Cyber Security while developing skills and having fun.

Please join us at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, 2/28 in the Natural Science Center for a special free poetry reading by former Virginia Western faculty member Cynthia Atkins! She is the author of Psyche’s Weathers and In The Event of Full Disclosure, which address themes of mental illness/wellness and family life. Refreshments will be served and books will be available for purchase. http://www.cynthiaatkins.com

Please join us at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, 2/28 in the Natural Science Center for a special free poetry reading by former Virginia Western faculty member Cynthia Atkins! She is the author of Psyche’s Weathers and In The Event of Full Disclosure, which address themes of mental illness/wellness and family life. Refreshments will be served and books will be available for purchase. http://www.cynthiaatkins.com

It's motorcycle season at Virginia Western. 2 wheel (RVH 130) and 3 wheel (RVH 195) licensing courses begin in March. For more information: Contact Tammy Meador at 857-6402 or https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academics/btt/motorcycle.php

Try mountain biking! Fitness Center staff are taking a mountain biking trip with Roanoke Mountain Adventures. No experience necessary and all equipment will be provided! Thursday, 3/1: We will leave campus at 1:00PM and Return at 4:30 PM. Sign up now in the Fitness Center (First Floor, Student Life Center). Only 8 spots available! FREE for students! What to Bring: Temperature appropriate clothing and water. For more information, contact Brett Roddy at broddy@virginiawestern.edu or 540-857-6822.