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Massive cuts to Medicaid could leave low-income students without the resources needed to balance the cost of tuition with the cost of private insurance, and that could lead to higher dropout rates. #MedicaidCuts.
insidehighered.com
Massive cuts to a federal health insurance program could impact the 3.4 million college students who rely on it.
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Now that's it the law, #workforcepell is bound to have a major impact on higher education. But there's no consensus on what constitutes a "valuable" credential and that means there's still plenty of work to do. #shorttermcredentials.
ccdaily.com
The higher education community didn’t find much to celebrate in Congress’s passage of the “big beautiful bill,” with one notable exception: the expansion of Pell grants to shorter-form workforce...
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The summer enrollment events are taking place today at.@mgccva's Joe Wilson Workforce Center in Buena Vista. Students can enroll and inquire about #financialaid.
wdbj7.com
No registration is required for the events.
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The program will create a clear path for students at @VirginiaWestern and @RoanokeCollege to gain the advanced skills and hands-on lab experience needed for success in #biotechnology.
virginiawestern.edu
Article about Roanoke College, Virginia Western Community College partner on new biotechnology degree program
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Mom Bridgett Madden and her daughter Celena Luccioni are both @VPCCva alums. And there's a grandaughter in the mix who might just make it three one day. #allinthefamily.
wydaily.com
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RT @FastForwardVA: Through Virginia Has Jobs, you can find the right resources to make the career switch for you. Whether you're looking to….
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The agreement between @VHCC and East Tennessee State University provides courses that can be taken at both institutions to satisfy degree requirements at both places. #twoatatime #articulationagreement.
wcyb.com
East Tennessee State University and Virginia Highlands Community College have reached an agreement that will create smoother transitions for students.
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Congrats, Flying Eagles! To earn this national honor from the NJCAA, @swcc_tweets student-athletes had to complete at least 24 credit hours and achieve a minimum GPA of 3.60. #thatsimpressive
sw.edu
July 25, 2025 General News: NJCAA All-Academic Honors7/25/2025 | Shaun Schetka CEDAR BLUFF, VA — Southwest Virginia Community College is proud to announce that 35 Flying Eagles student-athletes have...
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The demand for #skilledtradespeople like #electricians, #hvactechnicians, #plumbers, and #welders is high here in VA. And the trades pay #familysustainingwages, too. We can help you take the next step and with G3 #TuitionAssistance, your costs could be 0.
virginiag3.com
Skilled trades training like construction, welding, HVAC, electrical and maintenance are eligible for G3 funding.
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RT @FastForwardVA: Do you enjoy helping others in a fast-paced environment? Discover the emergency medical services trainings available thr….
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"These camps are more than summer enrichment. They are a launchpad for future scientists, #healthcare professionals, and innovators who will shape our region.” ~ @VPCCva President Dr. Porter Porter Brannon on kids' camps hosted by the college this summer.
wydaily.com
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ICYMI: @Meccedu's Community Health Worker program is the first of its kind in VA. Students can qualify for full #TuitionAssistance through Pell Grants, the G3 program, and foundation scholarships.
wcyb.com
Mountain Empire Community College is set to launch Virginia's first fully online Community Health Worker program this fall.
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Once complete, @VPCCva's Newport News Trades Center will train more than 400 students annually in fields like #welding, HVAC, #plumbing, #marineelectrical and #facilitiesmaintenance.
13newsnow.com
Virginia Peninsula Community College will break ground soon on a new training facility for maritime and construction careers in Newport News.
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During an appearance on WESR this week, the host used three words when introducing recently appointed @ESCCtweet President Dr. Daryl Minus: ebullient, effervescent, and enthusiastic. #communitycollegepresident.
shoredailynews.com
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Nowadays, it seems the cost of everying is going up. But G3 #TuitionAssistance is the ultimate inflation fighter. If you qualify, this is what your tuition might cost. Learn more:
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By expanding access to affordable, #shorttermcredential programs and partnering with local employers to ensure training aligns with job market needs, @CvccVa is helping to close the #middleskills gap.
centralvirginia.edu
Governor Glenn Youngkin recently announced a significant rise in the number of Virginians earning industry-recognized licenses and certifications—a 10% year-over-year increase across the Commonwealth...
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The Virginia 4-H Mobile Life Sciences Learning Lab visited @rappahannock_cc’s Glenns campus recently to deliver a hands-on professional development experience for educators. #Steam Learn more:
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This week's Funky ("Fuctional") Tech Summit has attracted dozens of #studentsupport staffer members from across the Commonwealth. The summit will feature a series of virtual workshops and discussions designed to help student-facing staffers enhance their technological skills.
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RT @FastForwardVA: Create your own route to success with a CDL certification from FastForward. Learn how you can gain this certification an….
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