51°µÍø Educational Foundation announces Roanoke County CCAP pilot
ROANOKE —51°µÍø and the 51°µÍø Educational Foundation announce the addition of Roanoke County to the Community College Access Program (CCAP) for the 2013-14 academic year. Along with last week’s additions of Botetourt and Craig Counties, CCAP now extends to the college’s… Continue Reading 51°µÍø Educational Foundation announces Roanoke County CCAP pilotRead More
Friendship Retirement Community announces donation to name new 51°µÍø nursing labs
Roanoke — Friendship Retirement Community recently announced its support of 51°µÍø with a $150,000 gift to name the RN Nursing Lab and RN Simulation Lab in the Center for Science and Health Professions. The center, currently under construction, is scheduled to open… Continue Reading Friendship Retirement Community announces donation to name new 51°µÍø nursing labsRead More
Pair of 51°µÍø scholarship recipients honored
51°µÍø student Greg Whiting, of Buchanan, was one of 44 Virginia community college students honored on Nov. 13 at a ceremony highlighting their scholastic achievement and success. The scholarship recipients represent the 23 colleges of Virginia’s Community Colleges. Whiting graduated from James… Continue Reading Pair of 51°µÍø scholarship recipients honoredRead More
Fralin Trust commits $5 million to scholarships at 51°µÍø
51°µÍø announces that the Horace G. Fralin Charitable Trust has made a commitment of $5 million over five years to create an endowment for scholarships at the College. At least 75 percent of the funding will be used for scholarships in the… Continue Reading Fralin Trust commits $5 million to scholarships at 51°µÍøRead More
51°µÍø and Advance Auto Parts Announce Major Partnership to Support Community College Access Program
51°µÍø and Advance Auto Parts announced a major partnership today to provide funding for the Community College Access Program (CCAP). The Roanoke-headquartered company has committed to providing $125,000 this year as part of an ongoing partnership to help make college possible for… Continue Reading 51°µÍø and Advance Auto Parts Announce Major Partnership to Support Community College Access ProgramRead More
51°µÍø announces $50,000 grant to Community College Access Program for Franklin County
51°µÍø announces the award of $50,000 in project grant funds to continue the Community College Access Program (CCAP) for Franklin County. Through CCAP, local high school graduates have the opportunity to go to college and earn an associate’s degree or career certificate… Continue Reading 51°µÍø announces $50,000 grant to Community College Access Program for Franklin CountyRead More
Congressman Goodlatte supports 51°µÍø Educational Foundation
Congressman Bob Goodlatte visited 51°µÍø on Wednesday to make a donation to its Educational Foundation. Watch the WSLS report here: http://tinyurl.com/3jw72ln Read More
51°µÍø Educational Foundation partners with Kroger, Stop In Food Stores to make college a reality for local students
The 51°µÍø Educational Foundation, Inc., announces a new partnership with Kroger and Stop In Food Stores to make May the Community College Access Program (CCAP) Month. Throughout the Roanoke Valley, customers will have the opportunity to support CCAP, which helps area high… Continue Reading 51°µÍø Educational Foundation partners with Kroger, Stop In Food Stores to make college a reality for local studentsRead More
51°µÍø Educational Foundation Offers $150,000 in Scholarships
The 51°µÍø Educational Foundation, Inc., is offering more than $150,000 in scholarship opportunities for students applying to attend 51°µÍø during the upcoming academic year. More than 120 scholarships in total will be distributed. Prospective and current students can apply now for… Continue Reading 51°µÍø Educational Foundation Offers $150,000 in ScholarshipsRead More
Recent News
- 51°µÍø designated NC3 Leadership School, expanding industry impact July 6, 2026
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- 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

