WVNCC Celebrates Black History Month: 11 Inspiring Black American Heroes

As Black History Month continues, we are dedicated to shining a light on the often-overlooked accomplishments of African Americans whose stories may not have garnered the same level of fame and recognition as others. 

This week, we celebrate the unsung heroes and trailblazers whose contributions have shaped our society in profound ways.

Their resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to progress deserve the spotlight as we honor their enduring legacies and continue to strive for a more inclusive and equitable future.

Click here to read about 11 Black American heroes whose stories deserve to be celebrated.

Cupid's Corner

Mon., February 12 (Weirton)

Tues., February 13 (New Martinsville)

Wed., February 14 (Wheeling)

10:30am - 12:30pm

A variety of Valentine’s items will be available for purchase. Make sure to pick something up for that special someone! Purchases will be cash only.

Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association!

Weirton & New Martinsville: Student Lounge

Wheeling: EC 2nd floor/Culinary Arts Entrance

Start Here Admissions and Financial Aid Events

Tues., February 13 (Weirton)

Wed., February 14 (New Martinsville)

Thurs., February 15 (Wheeling)

Sat., February 17 (All Campuses)

10am-3pm weekdays

9am-noon Saturday

Our staff will be on hand to answer all your questions regarding admissions and financial aid.

Ideal for degree-seeking, continuing education, and early entry high school students.

Questions? Please contact wvnccadmissions@wvncc.edu

Weirton: Student Lounge

New Martinsville: Room 110

Wheeling: Action Center

Narcan Training

Monday, February 12

Tuesday, February 13

11am-noon OR Noon-1pm

Join Campus Liaison Officer RJ Faldowski to learn about intranasal Naloxone and how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a narcotic overdose.

Participants will receive a certificate after completion of the course. Open to all students, faculty and staff.

To ensure we have adequate supplies, please RSVP to rfaldowski@wvncc.edu if you would like to receive a Narcan after the training. 

Wheeling Campus B&O Auditorium

FAFSA Workshops

Tues., February 13 - Weirton

Wed., February 14 - New Martinsville

Thurs., February 15 - Wheeling

3-6pm

The revamped 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is here!

We’re here to assist you in completing your application. Schedule an appointment with our qualified Financial Aid staff during one of our upcoming FAFSA workshops to help get your application completed.

• Create your FSA ID
• Complete the FAFSA application
• Answer your general financial aid questions

Preregistration is required. Get more details and information.

Working Wednesdays: Williams Lea

Wednesday, February 14

11am - 1pm

Stop by the Wheeling Action Center and meet with staff from Williams Lea to learn about job opportunities.

All students are welcome!

Online Chat with the President

February 19-29

Online students, join us for the opportunity to meet with WVNCC's President, Dr. Daniel Mosser. Ask questions and share any concerns or thoughts you may have about Northern!

This event will be taking place via Zoom.

Chicken Coop Food Pantry Drive

February 19-29

Help us stock the Chicken Coop! Donate on campus or online!

Drop off your donations of non-perishable food or hygiene items February 19-29 to these locations:

Wheeling: B&O Room 105

Weirton & New Martinsville: Student Service Centers

OR you can donate through Amazon Wish List. Click here for Chicken Coop locations on your campus.

Test Your Presidential Knowledge

February 19-23

Take the quiz to win!

President’s Day is a Federal Holiday recognized on the third Monday in February. Take the quiz to test your Presidential knowledge in celebration of the holiday.

Anyone who completes the quiz and submits their entry by, Feb. 23, will be entered to win a $50 gift card.

Student Government Association (SGA) Meeting

Monday, February 19

3:30-4:30pm

SGA is the official student governing body at the College. Its primary duties include fostering student connections, addressing and resolving student issues, introducing new opportunities for students, and providing support for student clubs and various events.

SGA plays a crucial role in amplifying students' voices and influencing campus affairs. We would love for you to get involved and help make Northern the best college experience possible for our students. Moreover, it offers an excellent opportunity to learn and develop leadership skills.

SGA members are eligible to attend the Student Leadership Conference for FREE, receive a cool FREE polo with the SGA logo, and connect with some fun and like-minded students on campus.

Meeting ID: 885 8258 0919

One tap mobile: 1-312-626-6799

Weirton Academic Resource Center Open House 

Tuesday, February 20

9am-5pm

Please visit the Weirton Campus on February 20 anytime between 9am-5pm to see our newly remodeled Academic Resource Center. 

Join us for light refreshments from 11am-1pm. We will be giving away two $25 gift cards, one for students and one for staff, during the event. All you have to do is sign in and the drawing will take place at the end of the day.

Tito's Hot Dog Day

Tuesday, February 20

11am-2pm

Walk up the street to Tito's Sloppy Doggs, show your Northern ID, and order a specialty dog of your choice for free!

In celebration of Black History Month, each year we will highlight a black owned business in the community. This February, we ask you to check out and support Titos!

Titos is owned and operated by Christopher Burress of Wheeling. He opened the business in 2013 and named it after his father who passed away 25 years ago. His goal was to build a business that he can one day pass down to his children.

Tito's Sloppy Doggs is located at 1068 Market St., Wheeling.

Esports: Rocket League

Wednesday, February 21

2:30-4pm

Join us to compete against Ohio University Eastern in a Rocket League tourney!

Play in-person (first come first serve) or play online from home.

All players get a WVNCC Esports t-shirt and laptop sticker!

We need at least three players to make a team. All Interested parties, please email studentactivities@wvncc.edu. Entries must be received by February 20, at noon.

You will receive an email with all the details once your registration is complete.

Wheeling Campus: EC Room 115 (Between the Gym and Fitness Center)

New Martinsville: Library

Weirton: 1st Floor Computer Lab

Financial Aid Announcements

First Disbursement Day is Wednesday, February 14

A disbursement day is when funds, or portions of funds, are received by WVNCC and applied to your term bill.

These funds vary in type, but could include federal Pell Grants, portions of loans and state funds depending on eligibility. Those with scholarships will also see these applied. Late start classes will delay portions of these funds until you are reported attending.

For those who have requested loans this disbursement will only include the 1st half. Don’t panic! The key to remember about a disbursement day is that no refunds are issued to students. 

First Refund Day is Thursday, February 22

The first refund day of the semester is Thursday, February 22, 2024. BankMobile will be utilized again based on the account settings that you created prior or will need to create.

Watch this video tutorial to assist in the process.

Why does my refund amount look different than what I was expecting? This could be the result of several scenarios:

• You have a class with a late start. These courses cause delays in disbursement as Financial Aid is required to verify your attendance before the funds are released. 
• Your refund only contains a portion of your loan amounts due to a split disbursement process. Pending full-time enrollment, these will be sent to you later in the semester. 
• Something may be missing. Checking your NOW account, Northern email, and completing requirements in a timely manner are critical to receiving the funds you expect. 

Please feel free to reach out to the Service Center at your respective campus or email financialaidoffice@wvncc.edu with any questions. 

During these exceptionally busy times, please allow 24-48 hours for a response.

WV Invests Community Service Requirement Due By May 3

Students receiving the WV Invests award are reminded of the community service requirement. 

These are 2 hours each term for which a student is enrolled and using the program. They are required to be completed before the term ends. 

Click here for information about acceptable locations.

Click here to download the required for (PDF) that must be completed and signed by the student and representative at the organization. 

Please email financialaidoffice@wvncc.edu with any questions or with a completed form in PDF format. 

Community service and forms are due by 4pm Friday, May 3.

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