February 2019
NEWSLETTER
BOWERS COOL JOB IS CRITICAL
Southside Virginia native Tim Bowers holds a position at VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital that most people would consider daunting.  Due to his hard work and ongoing preparation, it is just another busy day for him! Tim is the Manager of both Biomedical and Facilities at the VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital site in South Hill, Virginia. Tim must make certain that the medical equipment is safe, functioning and communicating properly. He and his staff must always be available to assist the nurses in their application of the equipment for the treatment of patients. And since the move into the new hospital, he has the responsibility of insuring that the whole hospital facility runs like “clockwork.” 
MAKE IT HAPPEN CELEBRATES 20 YEARS
Make It Happen , a Southside Virginia Community College retention and recruitment program for African American males in higher education, recently celebrated 20 years of success and hosted two Regional Conferences for high school students and counselors. 

The events, one held on each campus, featured panel discussions led by community leaders in the areas of law enforcement, business, and education. The group was welcomed by SVCC President, Dr. Al Roberts and participating panelists included: Mr. Calvin Walker, Jr. - Sheriff Department, Dr. Alfonzo Seward – SVCC, Mr. Bernard Jones, Jr. – Business Leader, Dr. Michael Reynolds – John Tyler Community College, Mr. Marseille Maxey – Educator, and Mr. Ryan Lewis - Business Leader. 

For more information on Make It Happen , contact Dr. John Hicks, SVCC Program Coordinator.
COMMUNITY BENEFITS FROM NURSING CLASS
Nursing students are making a difference in our community through a new class being offered by the Southside Virginia Community College nursing program. NSG 170 Health/Illness Concepts focuses on health and illness across the lifespan. 

In this course students participate in community based clinical experiences. These experiences include working at food pantries, conducting health fairs in community-based agencies, working with the epidemiologists at the local health department, and providing activities for local nursing homes.  Read More
David Boyer, American Trucking Association's 2018 National Driver of the Year, was the guest speaker at a recent graduation recognizing 13 students who completed the Truck Driver Training class. The graduation took place at the Truck Driver Training Center in South Boston. This class represents the first graduates of a recently formed partnership between Southside Virginia Community College, Danville Community College and Patrick Henry Community College. Made possible through a Virginia's Fast Forward New Economy Workforce Credentials grant, the three colleges have pooled resources to incorporate state-of-the art equipment and additional assets to provide training that leads to a well-paying, in-demand career.    
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
FRED "FREDDIE" REEKS ANNUAL MEMORIAL GOLF CLASSIC
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
SVCC Community Chorus Spring Concert
Sunday, April 28, 2019
South Hill Presbyterian Church
Join Johnny Paws & Other Panthers to learn more about SVCC at Panther Prep!
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Panther Basketball Tournament Starts Today!
SVCC, three time USA National Post-Grad Championship winner, is in Myrtle Beach, SC for game one of this year's tournament. Click here to watch the game live at 5:40 pm tonight (02/28)!
SVCC Alumni Spotlight

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