Virginia Highlands Community College

05/28/2026

Entering the workforce, transferring for another degree, or figuring out the next chapter—the paths look different for everyone after VHCC! 🎓✨

We love seeing all the different directions our graduates are heading, and no matter the path, we are so proud of you!

Stay tuned for a few more of our grad spotlights coming your way soon!

05/27/2026

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Angela Melvin, our new Office Manager for the School of Arts and Sciences!

Angela brings eleven years of successful customer service experience and extensive procurement and purchasing skills to her new role. We are incredibly thankful she has chosen to bring her talents to our team.

05/26/2026

Seats are still open for our Freedom 250 Barn Quilt Class!

If you have been thinking about creating your own patriotic piece of heritage, now is the time to lock in your spot for June 6. Everything you need—including your supplies, guided instruction, and lunch—is completely covered by the $115 cost per person!

Give us a call at (276) 739-2445 to register before it fills up. 🎨

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by creating your own piece of heritage! 🇺🇸

VHCC Workforce Development & Continuing Education is hosting the Freedom 250 Barn Quilt Class on June 6. This hands-on workshop is perfect for both beginners and intermediate painters. You can choose between the "Folded Flag" design or the more intricate "Stars and Stripes" pattern.

Everything you need is provided—from guided instruction to a durable, rust-free ACM board and even lunch. You’ll leave with a custom barn quilt ready to display.

Date: June 6, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: VHCC’s Workforce Center
Cost: $115 (Age 16+)

Reserve your spot by calling (276) 739-2445.

05/26/2026

We are honored to announce that Virginia Highlands Community College has been voted the #1 College in the Region in the Bristol Herald Courier’s 2026 “Best of Bristol” awards!

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to standing at the center of our community and providing vital education and career training across our service region. We are incredibly proud of our dedicated faculty, staff, and students who make this achievement possible.

Discover more at www.vhcc.edu.

05/22/2026

VHCC will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

Today, we hosted state officials—including Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger and Secretary of Health and Human Resources Marvin Figueroa—alongside our local healthcare community partners for a roundtable discussion on the future of Rural Health and a firsthand look at our healthcare training facilities.

During a tour of our classrooms and high-tech simulation labs, Governor Spanberger announced a $127,500 Rural Health Transformation grant awarded to VHCC! This vital funding directly supports the expansion of our Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program, allowing us to add courses, increase capacity, and train more local students to meet critical healthcare needs in our rural communities.

We are deeply grateful for this investment and for the dedication of our regional healthcare partners. By working together to train our future healthcare heroes locally, we are building a stronger, healthier Southwest Virginia.

05/21/2026

These healthcare grads are already on the frontlines, turning their education into real impact. No waiting, just making a difference. ✨

05/20/2026

Come visit the campus gallery this summer semester to experience the vibrant works of art in the Alesha Russell Art Exhibition, showcasing the talent of our very own VHCC community artist, Alesha Russell. 🎨

Followers of the arts at VHCC may recognize Alesha from her stunning performances in our choir or her roles in campus plays, but her creativity extends far beyond the stage. Her acrylic-on-canvas paintings are wonderfully delightful, as seen on her cover design of our Spring 2026 Arts Array Brochure!

What makes this exhibition even more special is that Alesha currently serves VHCC as our Wolf Grounds Coffee Shop Manager. She is an incredible talent who shines both inside and outside of work, whether she’s crafting the perfect latte or a beautiful painting.

The VHCC Art Gallery is located in the VHCC library (LRC) and is open during regular business hours. This exhibition is part of our Spring 2026 Arts Array event series and will be on display through August.

05/19/2026

Everyone needs to start somewhere.

Samuel Mink started at VHCC…and you can too! During his time as a business administration student at VHCC, Samuel credits the education and training he receives as being a game-changer. Affordable, high-quality, personalized, and local. VHCC can be where you build your future – whether that’s training for a career in a few weeks or knocking out your general education requirements to transfer to a four-year college.

Enrollment is open now! Visit www.vhcc.edu/start-now to apply today.

05/18/2026

We are incredibly proud to see that our recent VHCC grads are heading everywhere—whether it’s diving into new jobs, transferring schools, returning for another degree, or exploring other paths, the future looks bright and full of promise! 💙

Keep the connection alive by joining the VHCC Alumni Association at www.vhcc.edu/alumni!

05/15/2026

We are incredibly proud to announce that VHCC’s Precision Machining student team, “The Wolfpack,” has won the Bronze Medal in the nationwide 2026 Phillips Design & Machining Student Competition.

Competing against institutions from across the country, our students designed and manufactured a custom metal Ram Pump. This device uses natural water pressure to move water to higher elevations without the need for electricity or fuel. Inspired by the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the team built this durable, stainless steel pump to provide a sustainable water solution for our rural neighbors in times of need.

We congratulate our students on this national achievement and their dedication to our community. Read the full press release at: www.vhcc.edu/news/precision-machining-student-team-wins-bronze-national-competition

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