July 2023

Southside Virginia Community College was chosen as one of 10 community or technical colleges across the country to receive funding from the Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants program.

The Lowe's Foundation announced that nearly $8 million in grants will go toward supporting skilled trades nationwide. The grants are the first in a five-year, $50 million commitment to help prepare 50,000 people for skilled trades careers. This investment will fund cutting-edge programs in appliance repair, carpentry, construction, electrical, HVAC and plumbing.

These deserving schools are driving transformation in the skilled trades workforce through sustainable and inclusive career pathways. We had many outstanding applicants for these grants, which speaks to the urgency needed to increase the capacity for skilled trades labor nationwide,” said Janice Dupré, Lowe's executive vice president of human resources and chair of the Lowe’s Foundation. “Our grants are inclusive of all groups to ensure we achieve the overall goal of preparing 50,000 people for skilled trades careers in five years, including groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the trades, such as women, people of color, people in rural areas and individuals participating in second-chance programs. We are confident that these college programs will strengthen the skilled trades infrastructure for years to come.

For more information, visit:

corporate.lowes.com

Summer Fun with SVCC

SVCC recently participated in two summer camps for local youth including the Girls In IT camp that was in partnership with Microsoft; and the BCSO Public Safety Discovery Camp that was in partnership with the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office, Virginia State Police, Alberta Fire Department, Dolphin Fire Department, Central Lifesaving and Rescue Squad and Brunswick Emergency Medical Services.

New Student Orientation

SVCC's student services team has been working hard getting new Panthers ready for the Fall semester by hosting three new student orientation sessions on both the Christanna and John H. Daniel campuses. The last sessions will be held on August 3rd; Christanna campus at 10:30AM and Daniel campus at 1PM.

Welcome to all of our new Panthers!

For more information, visit:

https://southside.edu/orientation

Triumph and Unity: GED Graduation Ceremony

SVCC recently celebrated the achievements of 42 GED graduates. Among them, 13 graduates had the opportunity to attend the ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their educational journey.

The journey was not without its challenges. These individuals faced personal struggles, diverse responsibilities, and external circumstances that made pursuing a traditional high school education difficult. However, their unwavering determination and dedication allowed them to rise above these obstacles and embark on the path of lifelong learning. The GED program proved to be an essential stepping stone for these graduates to achieve their academic dreams.

Walking across the stage to receive their diplomas marked the fulfillment of their hard work and dedication. This achievement resonated deeply with their families, friends, and mentors present, who recognized and applauded their accomplishments. The ceremony served as a testament to the power of education in transforming lives and uplifting communities.

SHINE So Bright!

Instructor, Stuart Taylor, teaches a student the

ins and outs of solar equipment and solar panel installation.

Virginia's utility-scale solar market has grown dramatically in recent years, and it is poised to create even more jobs in the future.

Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) partners with SHINE (Solar Hands-On Instructional

Network of Excellence) to offer SHINE'S Solar Ready 101 Program. SHINE is a public-private partnership founded by SVCC, MDV-SE IA, leading solar developers, construction companies, energy consulting and recruiting firms and tech companies.

For more information visit southside.edu or shine.energy.

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