Volume 26, Edition 2

SVCC Attends VCCS Legislative Day

Kristen Scott, Student Government Vice President, and representatives from SVCC had the incredible opportunity to meet with legislators, VCCS representatives, and Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi at the Virginia General Assembly. Kristen was able to share her SVCC story with Senator Mulchi, Senator Jordan, Delegate Wright, Delegate Wachsmann, Delegate Ware, Dr. David Doré, and Legislative Assistant to Senator Cifers, Sophia Fairman.

SVCC Students Receive Verghese Awards

Brooke Moran, a resident of Dinwiddie County, is the recipient of the K. George Verghese Memorial Academic Merit Award, recognizing her academic achievements in the Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) program at Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC). Brooke is pictured with Dr. Melissa Arthur, Dean of Nursing, Allied Health, and Natural Sciences.

Nicole Newton, a resident of Mecklenburg County, is the recipient of the K. George Verghese Memorial Academic Merit Award, recognizing her academic achievements in the Practical Nursing (PN) program at Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC). Nicole is pictured with Lori Surry, Practical Nursing Associate Professor.

Dr. Verghese was a long time faculty member at SVCC and was instrumental in the establishment of the ADN and Practical Nursing (PN) programs at the college.

2026 Commencement Ceremony

Southside Virginia Community College will hold its commencement ceremony for graduates on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Joan Perry Brock Center, located on the campus of Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia.

The ceremony will be held indoors and will begin at 9:30 a.m. Graduates and their families are invited to attend; tickets are required.

SVCC will welcome Mr. Jay A. Stafford, retired President and CEO of Benchmark Community Bank, as this year’s commencement speaker.

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Chief of Police Meets Governor Spanberger

Chief Alefunzo Uzzle attended the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police Winter Conference, where Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered remarks. He had the opportunity to take a photo with the Governor before heading to his next session focused on safety protocols to help ensure the continued safety of our staff and students.

Building Safer Communities Through Awareness

Chief Uzzle and Officer Nichols recently led presentations across the college community highlighting the importance of recognizing teen dating violence and shared valuable resources available for support.

Dr. Seward partnered with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) to discuss the importance of avoiding drinking while driving. Jeremy Markle (pictured above), one of the Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys in Brunswick County, discussed real-life DUI cases that he has prosecuted.

SVCC Poetry And Art Contest

Art- First Place

Stephanie Weisman

Art-Second Place

Chance Bragg

Art- Third Place

By Zyasia Campbell (Not Pictured)

Poetry- Second Place

Trinity Hash (Center)

Poetry- Third Place

Brittney Chester (Center)

Poetry - First Place

By Eve Williams (Not Pictured)

Dual Enrollment Nurse Aide Day

The Estes Community Center in Chase City proudly welcomed high school Nurse Aide students from Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, Amelia, Nottoway, Greensville, and Halifax counties as they explored health science career opportunities available through SVCC.

Students participated in hands-on demonstrations throughout the day while learning more about their futures in healthcare.

SVCC Mascot Turns Thirteen!

A Meaningful Gift That Supports SVCC Students

Giving to the SVCC Foundation gives students the opportunity to pursue their dreams.

If you are interested in supporting SVCC students, please click on the link below or contact Jamie Jones, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement by phone 434-949-1068 or by email jamie.jones@southside.edu.

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