Faculty member Kevin Cales to be featured on public radio program
51°µÍø faculty member Kevin Cales has been interviewed for the public radio program “With Good Reason.” As the show describes, “Life’s big changes often leave us grappling for meaning. As a philosophical counselor, Kevin Cales (51°µÍø) works with people to understand… Continue Reading Faculty member Kevin Cales to be featured on public radio programRead More
Dr. Robert Sandel, president of 51°µÍø, receives VCCS Expanding Opportunities Award
The Virginia Community College System honored Dr. Robert Sandel, president of 51°µÍø, at the Hire Ed Chancellor’s Awards on Thursday, Oct. 24. The annual awards recognize people and organizations who have gone the extra mile to promote student success and equitable access… Continue Reading Dr. Robert Sandel, president of 51°µÍø, receives VCCS Expanding Opportunities AwardRead More
51°µÍø Educational Foundation announces fall 2024 scholarship recipients
The 51°µÍø Educational Foundation announces that it awarded $152,436 in general scholarships to 142 students attending the fall 2024 semester at 51°µÍø. In 2023-24, the Educational Foundation established 11 new general scholarships: Bent Mountain Center Annual Scholarship Margaret and… Continue Reading 51°µÍø Educational Foundation announces fall 2024 scholarship recipientsRead More
51°µÍø’s CCAP accepting applications through Feb. 1
Thanks to the private-public community partnership that funds the Community College Access Program (CCAP), 489 students are attending 51°µÍø tuition-free this fall. Roanoke City CCAP student and 51°µÍø student ambassador Yassine Abdelkader. Since 2008, public localities and private donors have united… Continue Reading 51°µÍø’s CCAP accepting applications through Feb. 1Read More
51°µÍø welcomes back AVP of Human Resources Jennifer Pittman
51°µÍø is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Pittman as Associate Vice President of Human Resources. Pittman brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to her new role. Jennifer Pittman Pittman served most recently as Corporate HR Director… Continue Reading 51°µÍø welcomes back AVP of Human Resources Jennifer PittmanRead More
Honoring Dr. Dolores Yuille Johns, trailblazer in education
In 1970, shortly after the establishment of 51°µÍø, Dr. Dolores Yuille Johns became the College’s first African American faculty administrator. Today, Johns is celebrated as a trailblazer, a quiet activist and a pioneering leader in education. Dr. Dolores Yuille Johns was honored… Continue Reading Honoring Dr. Dolores Yuille Johns, trailblazer in educationRead More
51°µÍø names Cheryl Hilton director of TRIO Student Support Services
51°µÍø is proud to announce Cheryl Hilton as the new director of TRIO Student Support Services. Hilton’s journey with 51°µÍø began in May 2006, marking 18 years of dedicated service to the institution. Cheryl Hilton Hilton’s initial role was as the… Continue Reading 51°µÍø names Cheryl Hilton director of TRIO Student Support ServicesRead More
Farms invited to become Certified Safe Farm Stewards
51°µÍø’s Dr. David Berry and Dr. Mallory White participated in a Safe Farm Steward training this summer in Tennessee. This program recognizes farms for safe farm practices and helps identify equipment that could pose a future hazard, helping ensure safer agricultural production. Dr. Mallory… Continue Reading Farms invited to become Certified Safe Farm StewardsRead More
51°µÍø expands offerings at Greenfield Education & Training Center
51°µÍø is pleased to announce the expansion of its educational offerings at the Greenfield Education & Training Center, a key facility serving the Botetourt region. 51°µÍø is expanding educational offerings at the Greenfield Education & Training Center in Botetourt… Continue Reading 51°µÍø expands offerings at Greenfield Education & Training CenterRead More
Dr. Robert H. Sandel, president of 51°µÍø, announces retirement at end of 2024-25 academic year
Dr. Robert H. Sandel, fourth president of 51°µÍø, announced Monday that he will retire on June 30, 2025. Sandel has guided the institution through remarkable growth since 2001, leaving a thriving college that has seen seven consecutive semesters of enrollment growth as… Continue Reading Dr. Robert H. Sandel, president of 51°µÍø, announces retirement at end of 2024-25 academic yearRead More
Recent News
- 51°µÍø designated NC3 Leadership School, expanding industry impact July 6, 2026
- 51°µÍø redesigns Information Systems Technology specialization to respond to AI impact and forge new pathway to Radford University bachelor’s degree June 24, 2026
- Virginia Workforce Association recognizes healthcare partnership June 18, 2026
- Virginia Community Colleges set tuition & fees for 2026-27 academic year May 29, 2026
- 51°µÍø adds 1,041 new alumni May 18, 2026

