Are you looking to pursue an in-demand career close to home, but unsure of what industries are hiring in your community? You’ve come to the right place. Family members, friends, teachers and even current employers will often offer well-intentioned advice on what career you should pursue and what will make you the most money down […]
Here at Virginia’s Community Colleges, we know how important it is to connect students with the resources they need– especially when it comes to finding the right career. That’s why places like the Bedford County Office of Economic Development offer students a way to discover jobs right outside their door. In Bedford County, the Bedford […]
This month, the G3 tuition assistance program is celebrating its first full year of helping make college more affordable for Virginians. This important milestone gives us the opportunity to highlight the successes of G3 and share how it has made a real difference for students across the state. In its first year, G3 tuition assistance […]
When it comes to packaging innovation, WestRock is leading the charge in Virginia and beyond. The company has a long history of entrepreneurship, leadership and innovative developments in papermaking, packaging design and retail solutions. After sitting down with Melissa Sheffield, senior human resources generalist at the West Point Mill location, we soon found out that […]
It’s always great to have an advocate, and if you’re a business, student or working individual in the Lynchburg area, you can count on the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance to be yours. What does the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance do? The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance is the Lynchburg region’s combined chamber of commerce and regional […]
Between beach days, outdoor adventures and spending time with family and friends, your next semester at community college is likely the last thing on your mind. After all, you’re off for the summer – what work is there to possibly do? Well, you know what they say – a rolling stone gathers no moss– and […]
The G3 tuition assistance program is connected to educational pathways that are based on steps. You earn a certification – check. You earn another certification – check. A few more classes and you have your associate degree. The workplace is similar in that you can learn skills and understand a subject, then you can advance […]
Remember when we were young, all we wanted to do was to grow up so we could be an adult and make our own decisions? But no one warned us that you have to find housing, find money to pay for bills, navigate insurance, make decisions about transportation, school and so much more. The weight […]
As the spring semester at most colleges and universities roll to a close, many students are likely anticipating lying by the pool or taking a trip to the beach. While that’s understandable, it might benefit you to consider taking a summer class or two. That way you can come back in the fall ahead of […]
According to Monster’s The Future of Work 2022 Global Report, the most important skills employers are looking for in potential candidates include communication, dependability, teamwork and problem solving. The team at Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. in Harrisonburg couldn’t agree more. Riddleberger Brothers is a mechanical contractor that offers plumbing and mechanical services to a variety of clients […]
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