June 2022

Reaching Out to People and Enriching Lives

When Sylvia and Bill Solari settled in the Lake Gaston region, the nearby counties along the Virginia/North Carolina border obtained an asset that continues to offer significant dividends. Through their volunteer commitments and financial investments in the wellbeing of others, the Solaris have given of themselves and their resources to make the community a better place. Their efforts have enhanced regional healthcare, promoted a better educated workforce, and boosted local pride.   Read More

Feinman Joins SVCC Foundation Staff

Meredith Feinman was recently hired as Southside Virginia Community College Foundation's Annual Fund Officer.

Meredith is from Charlotte County, Virginia and graduated from Randolph-Henry High School. She attended the Governor's School on SVCC's Daniel Campus and graduated in 2017. Meredith then attended James Madison University (JMU) where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Studies and a Master of Arts degree in Communication and Advocacy. She now attends Longwood University and is working towards her Master of Business Administration degree.

Meredith worked as a graduate assistant and instructor of public speaking while attending JMU. She previously interned at SVCC for two summers, once as a Public Relations and Marketing intern and once as an Education Advocate to complete her master's degree at JMU. She has worked at SVCC for the past year as a College Navigator, assisting new and current students with applications, transcripts, choosing programs, creating schedules, financial aid, scholarships, and more.