Week of March 9, 2024

WVNCC Celebrates Women's History Month


Women's History Month serves as a reminder of the significant progress that has been made in advancing women's rights and opportunities, as well as the ongoing challenges that women still face.


This week, we're providing you with a comprehensive timeline of women's history in the United States, offering an insightful journey through key events, milestones, and achievements. From the suffrage movement to groundbreaking moments in politics, culture, and activism, this resource offers a detailed exploration of the contributions and struggles of women throughout American history. 

Explore a Timeline of Women's History

Barriers to Staying in West Virginia Student Survey


The 2023-2024 state Advisory Council of Students has developed a survey called “Barriers to Staying in West Virginia.”


This survey is designed to gain insight on factors that may impact students’ postsecondary plans, and what factors most influence students’ decisions on whether to remain in West Virginia post-graduation. 


Please consider taking this short survey, which will help to improve the state of West Virginia.

Take the Survey

Visit the Restocked Chicken Coop Food Pantry on Your Campus


Thanks to the generosity of fellow students, faculty and staff, Chicken Coop Food Pantries are now fully stocked with non-perishable non-perishable (canned) food, snacks, and personal hygiene items.


Locations:

Wheeling: Library and 2nd Floor EC Student Lounge 

Weirton: Outside of the SGA Office in the Student Lounge 

New Martinsville: Student Lounge Area


Additional donations are always welcome.

Spring Hygiene Drive

March 4-15


The Spring Hygiene Drive is a wonderful way to help fill our Chicken Coop Pantries across all three campuses with hygiene products!


Please consider donating the following items: Toothbrush, toothpaste, band-aids, soap, floss, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash, lotion, baby powder, menstrual products, washcloths, chapstick, deodorant, etc.


If you would like to donate, please drop off items to the following locations:


Wheeling: Room 105 B&O Building

Weirton and New Martinsville: Student Service Centers


Or donate online via Amazon!

Order on Amazon

Taco Bar

Monday, March 11 (Wheeling)

Tuesday, March 12 (New Martinsville)

Wednesday, March 13 (Weirton)

11am - 1pm


Come enjoy a free taco bar lunch and mingle with students, staff, and faculty. 


Wheeling: B&O Auditorium

New Martinsville: Room 110

Weirton: Student Lounge

First-Gen Coffee Break

Thursday, March 14

9:30-11am


Are You a First-Generation Student?


You qualify as a first-gen student if neither of your parents has completed a 4-year degree.


We are inviting all of our first-gen students to join us for a quick coffee break exclusively for you!


Attendees will receive a complimentary coffee mug as a token of appreciation.

Women’s History Month Trivia

Thursday, March 14

3-4pm


Download the free Kahoot app and join us on Zoom to test your trivia skills and win fun prizes!


Questions will range in topics from sports, geography, music, movies, history, etc., regarding Women’s History. 


There will be 7 rounds with 9 questions in each round.


  • 1st place will win a wireless printer
  • 2nd place will win a $25 gift card
  • 3rd place a $15 gift card
Zoom Link

Meeting ID: 860 3120 8650

By Phone:1-301-715-8592

Egg Hunt

March 18-22


Each day, multiple eggs will be hidden around each campus for students to find. Each egg has a sweet treat inside of them.


Keep the eggs until the end of the week then send a picture of how many eggs you have collected to [email protected].


The student with the most eggs will win a Keurig!

FAFSA Workshops 

Tues., March 19 (New Martinsville)

Wed., March 20 (Wheeling)

Thurs., March 21 (Weirton)

3-6pm


The revamped 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is here!


We’re here to assist you in completing your application. Schedule an appointment with our qualified Financial Aid staff during one of our upcoming FAFSA workshops to help get your application completed.


  • Create your FSA ID
  • Complete the FAFSA application
  • Answer your general financial aid questions


Preregistration is required.

Reserve your spot!

Get more details and information.

WHG Campus: Women in Leadership Lunch & Learn

Wednesday, March 20

Noon - 1pm


Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month with an engaging panel discussion titled 'Women in Leadership,' sponsored by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee.


This event will showcase local women holding leadership positions in various fields, offering insights into their professional journeys, keys to success, and the challenges they've encountered. Gain inspiration from their stories and learn valuable lessons on leadership within our communities. Lunch will be provided.


RSVP by March 15 to [email protected] to reserve your lunch.


Wheeling Campus B&O Auditorium or by Zoom

Zoom Link

In Our Own Voice - Living With Mental Health Conditions

Wednesday, March 20

4-5pm

Wheeling Academic Resource Center or Zoom


Join the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for this interactive presentation that provides insight into what it’s like to live with mental illness.


NAMI In Our Own Voice is led by adults living with mental health conditions. Audiences are given a safe place to ask questions and gain understanding of an often-misunderstood topic. Through dialogue, we help grow the movement to build better lives.


In-person participation is preferred and encouraged; however, participation is also available via Zoom. Registration is required.

Register Here

Spring Break College Closed

March 27-29


Student Spring Break - no classes:

Sunday, March 24- Sunday, March 31.


College closed:

Wednesday, March 27 at noon - Friday, March 29.


Enjoy your break!

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tuesday, April 9

10am-3pm


The Department of Student Engagement and the American Red Cross will be hosting an upcoming blood drive 10am-3pm Tuesday, April 9 in the B&O Auditorium on the Wheeling Campus.

Make Your Appointment

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

Financial Aid Announcements

Scholarship Deadline Extended Until May 15

Download an application

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