Piedmont Virginia Community College

Congratulations to the thirteen graduates of the PVCC Higher Education in Prison program who earned their associate degrees at Buckingham, Dillwyn and Fluvanna correctional centers.

Some of the graduates were recognized during a May 21 commencement ceremony at Dillwyn Correctional Center. President Runyon, PVCC leadership, faculty and staff joined together to celebrate their accomplishments.

Guest speaker, founder of the Second Chancer Foundation and author Jesse Crosson, challenged the Class of 2026 to keep moving forward. "I hope you will continue your education," he shared. "It will open doors you can never imagine. If you continue to make that decision to show up, to invest in yourself, to believe in yourself, even when it doesn't seem like it's possible to do it, even when people or the voice in your head tell you not to, you will be amazed at where you land."

Criminal justice reform advocate Kenneth Hunter provided closing remarks, "college doesn't just give you information, it gives you perspective, and maybe most importantly it gives you a renewed sense of possibility."

The ceremony recording is available on the Virginia Department of Corrections YouTube account.

TJACE at PVCC has moved! We are excited to announce that the Thomas Jefferson Adult Career Education program is now on PVCC's main campus. The office is located in suite 810 of the Main Building.

At TJACE, adult learners can:

• Earn a high school diploma or GED®
• Enhance core academic skills
• Improve English language skills (ESL)
• Prepare for next career steps through integrated education and training programs

A new location, the same commitment to helping you reach your goals.🌟

Stay tuned for more details about classes, schedules, orientations and how to enroll.

Attention PVCC students, staff and faculty! You are invited to the Kick-Off to Summer Kickball Game & Cookout, June 17, 12-1:30 p.m. Enjoy free food, meet new people and spend some time on campus before the summer flies by. Attending classes online? Consider this your lunch break and exercise class all rolled into one!

If you plan to attend the cookout or kickball please register at https://heyor.ca/59T1zh.

Don't leave money on the table when it comes to your education. Get help with your financial aid application today, June 10, from 1-5 p.m., in The Bolick Center, second floor student commons.

If you can't make it this afternoon, no worries! The financial aid team is hosting additional events throughout June, July and August.

View all dates and sign up at www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0948ACAE29A02-63956812-june.

New students, welcome to PVCC! We are so excited to see you on campus heading to your classes and online.

A few quick reminders:

- Please park only in designated student parking lots.
- Check Canvas and your student email often for important updates.

Don't miss these upcoming summer events:

🍔 Kickball and cookout (June 17)
🍧Snowcone Social (June 24)

Not enrolled yet? There is still time. You have until this Thursday, June 11, to register for 7-week summer classes or you can explore second 5-week classes that start June 30.

🔗 www.pvcc.edu/summer-momentum

Open the door to an in-demand skilled trades career with Introduction to Construction — the recommended entry-level course for all trades students.

This foundational class is a prerequisite for many specialty programs, including:

- Electrical
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- HVAC
- Plumbing

If you are interested in starting a career in any of the fields above, don’t wait—take the first step toward a hands-on, high-demand career. See when the next class starts at pvcc.edu/workforce/WFD-schedule.

Attention all procrastinators, overthinkers and dream chasers! If you've been waiting for a sign to start college, go back to college, learn a new skill or take the next step toward your goals... this is it.

Turn "someday" into today.

Gain momentum for your future at www.pvcc.edu/summer-momentum.

PVCC is proud to announce that Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services Dr. Scott Jefferies and Vice President of Academic Affairs and Workforce Development Dr. Leonda Williams Keniston have each been selected as one of 40 emerging leaders nationwide for the The Aspen Institute Rising Presidents Fellowship.

Over the next 10 months, through the fellowship, Jefferies and Williams Keniston will collaborate with innovative peers, learn from national experts and develop bold strategies to lead colleges that help students succeed. PVCC is thrilled to support them on this journey!

Learn more: as.pn/risingpresidents

Skill up this summer and seize your momentum with PVCC Workforce Development. Here are just a few of the programs the College is offering over the summer.

- Construction Project Management
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Electrical, Level 1
- Flux Core Arc Welding
- Remote Pilot Airman: Drone Pilot
- Introduction to Eneology

View full list of programs and start dates at www.pvcc.edu/workforce/WFD-schedule.

*Class dates, location and tuition subject to change.