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Moorefield, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College hosted its District Consortium on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the main campus, welcoming community leaders from businesses, health centers, high schools, local government, and more. The event began with introductions and a welcome from Dr. Tom Striplin, Eastern’s president, and Monica Wilson, vice president of academics and student services. Wilson highlighted Eastern’s offerings, including Better Futures, a collaboration with Pilgrim’s Pride that provides reduced-rate education for Pilgrim’s employees and their dependents. She noted Eastern’s…
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Moorefield, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College recently hired Isaac Winfree as the Cyber Security program coordinator/IT faculty. Winfree will oversee the Cyber Intelligence program, which can earn student completers a two-year degree, a one-year academic certificate, and two micro-credentials in cyber intelligence. Eastern is currently enrolling students for the Spring 2025 semester, including courses that fulfill cyber intelligence requirements, such as CIS 197-Intro to Cyber Security, IT 137-Intro to Cyber Intelligence, and IT 138-Intro to Cyber Threats and Actors. Winfree, a…
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Moorefield, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College recently held its First Generation Student Art & Literary Showcase, which ran from October to November 2024, with the reception on November 19. The showcase, themed “Why I Am First,” provided first-generation students the opportunity to submit artwork or literary pieces that reflected their personal experiences as first-generation college students. The submissions were judged by Eastern’s Art and English faculty, and awards were given in two categories: “Best in Show,” and “Why I Am First.”…
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Moorefield, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College held its annual on-campus Trunk N Treat event on 10/31/2024. Approximately 17 trunkers (participants handing out candy) were on site, with an estimated 600 trick-or-treaters attending, based on the amount of candy purchased. We appreciate the support of community members who volunteered to hand out candy and are pleased to provide this event for the community. The list of participants includes Capon Valley Bank, Pilgrim’s, South Branch Cinema 6, Hardman’s Hardware, Moorefield Lions Club, VFW,…
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Moorefield, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College is now offering an LPN-to-RN Hybrid Bridge program starting in January 2025. This program will accept a cohort of ten students, providing them with an accelerated opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree over three semesters, with graduation in Fall 2025. Coursework will be completed online, with the clinical portion including a combination of online, simulation, and in-person components. Applicants must hold a current, unencumbered WV LPN license, have earned a…
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Moorefield, W.Va. — The Town of Moorefield & Hardy County Chamber of Commerce (HCCC) successfully hosted the inaugural Potomac Highlands Goes To College event at Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College. Sponsored by Eastern’s Career Services Department and Pilgrim’s Pride, the event was designed as an evolution of the annual “Celebrate Moorefield” celebration. The goal was to spotlight and raise funds for both Eastern and local schools in Hardy County. Eastern’s picturesque campus was chosen as the ideal venue for this community event. The main fundraiser…
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Moorefield W.Va. – A group of 17 enthusiastic students from Romney Middle School, accompanied by their dedicated teacher and guidance counselor, embarked on a career exploration field trip to Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College (Eastern). The purpose of the visit was to expose students to specific career paths in business management, hospitality and tourism, transportation, and marketing, as well as to provide insights into future educational opportunities at Eastern. Throughout the day, the students engaged in a series of interactive activities designed to showcase Eastern’s array of programs. The students enjoyed hands-on learning experiences with a fun twist including…
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Moorefield, W.Va. — On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, Clearway Energy Group presented Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College with a donation check. Clearway is a partner of Eastern, hiring Wind Energy Technology students after graduation. Eastern Wind Energy program graduates may be eligible for available career opportunities at the Black Rock, Pinnacle, and Mount Storm wind farms in Grant and Mineral counties. “Clearway Energy Group has always been a great partner for Eastern,” said Isaiah Smith, Advanced Technology/Wind Energy Faculty, “These funds allow us to continue…
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Moorefield, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College’s (Eastern) Career Services Department proudly hosted its annual Job Fair on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Organized by Career Counselor, Dixie Heavener, the event featured a wide range of employers from various industries, offering local residents and students the opportunity to explore career opportunities, network with potential employers, and gain valuable insights into today’s job market. The Job Fair attracted nearly 50 employers representing various industries including healthcare, education, government, finance, construction, and manufacturing. Hiring managers traveled from the tri-state region of West…
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Moorefield, W.Va., 25, September 2024 – Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College (Eastern) is proud to announce a partnership with BetterMynd, an online therapy provider that partners exclusively with colleges and universities in the US to provide their students with access to free, high-quality counseling services. In response to the growing importance of mental health awareness and the evolving needs of our community, Eastern has taken a proactive approach to expanding the support and resources available to our campus community. The partnership with BetterMynd…
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