Week of March 14, 2021
Reminder: Spring break is March 15-21.

Enjoy your well-deserved break!

The college will be open for services this week but will be closed on March 19.
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Possible COVID-19 Vaccination Opportunity
You should have received an email letting you know that there is a possibility of COVID-19 vaccines becoming available for WVNCC students. 
 
Please respond to coronavirus@wvncc.edu by 9 am on Monday, March 15, if you would be interested in taking the vaccine, if it were available and offered through our campuses before the term ends.

When emailing, please include your Northern email address and cell phone number.
We want your input!
Students across the nation are taking part in the Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) to share their college experiences and to help shape the future of their college. Your responses to this survey are very important to help us understand your experiences and improve our college.

The survey takes around 20 minutes to complete. Please complete it today.
 
Your access code: To access the survey, please enter your student ID number (for example N00000000).
If you have questions, please contact Shelley DeLuca at sdeluca@wvncc.edu or 304-214-8913.
National Social Work Month
WVNCC President, Dr. Mosser, recently signed a proclamation supporting National Social Work Month and presented it to Professor and Program Director of Human Services and Early Childhood, Kathy Herrington.

#HappySocialWorkmonth Social Work is essential!
Financial Aid
Eligible Students may qualify for temporary food (SNAP) Assistance due to COVID-19
We know the COVID-19 emergency has changed life a lot. If any postsecondary students you know are experiencing food insecurity, there's good news. USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has been temporarily expanded. Students can learn more and apply for SNAP benefits at https://bit.ly/3kO8IQY.
 
If you are interested in this program but haven't completed the 2020-21 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), it's not too late to do so. Go to FAFSA.GOV and complete the FAFSA for the 2020-21 year.
Deadline Extended: Mary Anne Ketelsen STEM Scholarship Program
$22,500 available to WV Women Preparing for Careers in Oil and Natural Gas
Those eligible to receive a scholarship must be:
  • Graduating high school seniors with at least a 3.0 grade point average
  • Current higher education students in either community/technical colleges or four-year institutions with at least a 3.0 grade point average;
  • Working adult professionals interested in advancing their careers;
  • West Virginia resident students attending institutions of higher education in West Virginia or located in an adjoining state (KY, MD, OH, PA or VA); and
  • Students willing to commit to work in West Virginia for the first two years of their careers.
Tournament Challenge!
Sign up to participate in WVNCC's group in the ESPN Men's Tournament Challenge for March Madness!

The overall winner will receive a $50 Visa Gift Card!
Congratulations to Amanda Barath, a Radiography student here at WVNCC! Amanda won third place in the essay competition at the Virtual West Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists Conference for her research paper entitled, “The Radiologic Role in Cochlear Implantation.” Way to go Amanda!
Help us help others!
The Student Nurses Association is collecting items to prepare diaper bags for the Gabriel Project in Wheeling.

The Gabriel Project provides supplies to young mothers who are in need, regardless of economic status.

We are collecting items until April 9.
Common Items Needed
  •  0-3 Month Teethers
  • Newborn Bath Towels
  • Crib Fitted Sheets
  • Head to Toe baby body wash
  • Baby Lotions
  • Baby Thermometers
  • Newborn Sleepers
  • Wipes
  • Diapers

Donations can be dropped off to
Abel Frohnapfel - EC 317E
or Lisa Baker - EC 321A
Mental Wellness Support
Don't forget: We have free mental health resources available for students!
Receive emotional support, get help with responsibleness, improve daily life and so much more!

  • Counseling services are free; can be via phone, internet/online, in-person!
  • Counselors are licensed, professional counselors. Confidentiality is assured
  • ** WVNCC will not know which students utilize the services **
  • Your HOUSEHOLD members can utilize the services as well!!!
  • Services are available 24/7!
  • Each student receives 4 sessions per presenting issue;
  • additional referral made if needed after 4 sessions
  • Financial/Legal Consultation is available (free 30-minute session; not part of the 4 therapy sessions)
  • "Life Coaching" available - not every issue requires therapy.
  • Well Connect provides guidance and coaching too

Visit WellConnect today

Use Student Code: WVNCC-STU
The fastest way to stay connected!
COVID Spring 2021 Updates
**Thank you for keeping our WVNCC community safe! **
Reminder: Please continue to check the website and your email for the latest information!

In addition, if you have any questions pertaining to our response to Coronavirus or any updates, please email coronavirus@wvncc.edu .
Feedback Form
Have feedback you'd like to share with the college? We now have an easy way to submit that! You can find our Student Feedback Form on our website, under the Current Student links.
Download our App!