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In year of crisis, new ACHIEVE scholarship helps keep 51°µÍø students on track
Jagger LaDouceur had a plan and a budget. He was going to attend 51°µÍø for two years, then transfer to Virginia Tech to study Computer Science, and then get a job as a software developer. He thought he would be able to… Continue Reading In year of crisis, new ACHIEVE scholarship helps keep 51°µÍø students on track
Pandemic increases student emergency needs at 51°µÍø
When spring classes at 51°µÍø were abruptly moved online last spring, many students found themselves unequipped to continue learning. Many didn’t have personal computers or internet service, and they didn’t have the finances to pay for these new necessities. That was the… Continue Reading Pandemic increases student emergency needs at 51°µÍø
In honor of Rachelle Koudelik-Jones (1976-2020)
51°µÍø Dean of Institutional Effectiveness Rachelle Koudelik-Jones passed away peacefully on Saturday following a courageous battle with cancer. To read Rachelle's obituary and find information about the celebration of her life, please visit this post. Continue Reading In honor of Rachelle Koudelik-Jones (1976-2020)
51°µÍø announces new cohort of Fralin Futures STEM-H scholarship recipients
After a successful pilot year, the 51°µÍø Community Educational Foundation expanded the Fralin Futures STEM-H Scholarship program, doubling the number of recipients for 2020-21. Twenty-six students were named to the 2020-21 Fralin Scholars cohort and will receive financial and academic resources to assist them… Continue Reading 51°µÍø announces new cohort of Fralin Futures STEM-H scholarship recipients
51°µÍø announces donations from Kroger and Kraft Heinz to renew support for Student Co-Op
The 51°µÍø Educational Foundation announces a $20,000 combined donation from Kroger and Kraft Heinz to renew support of the 51°µÍø Student Co-Op fueled by Kroger. The Student Co-Op, which launched on campus in Fall Semester 2019, is aimed at eliminating student… Continue Reading 51°µÍø announces donations from Kroger and Kraft Heinz to renew support for Student Co-Op
51°µÍø announces upcoming Local Advisory Board meetings
51°µÍø’s Local Advisory Board will hold an electronic meeting to conduct regular business at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, in accordance with § 2.2-3708.2 of the Code of Virginia and Chapter 1283 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly. The Executive… Continue Reading 51°µÍø announces upcoming Local Advisory Board meetings

