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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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Moorefield, W.Va.— On Saturday, September 21, 2024, a group of community volunteers for the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) IRS Program held their first meeting at Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College to prepare for the upcoming tax season. Last year, VITA volunteers helped 280 area residents file their taxes for free. The VITA Tax Team received the Eastern Panhandle EITC Coalition Site of the Year for 2023 from preparing the most Veteran tax returns from seven sites. The team consists of Karen Malcolm,…
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New Eastern College Nursing Students were Granted Scholarships from 40 & 8 Hardy County Voiture 1623
MOOREFIELD, W.Va. – On Thursday, August 29, 2024, Jeff Fraley, director of nursing education, Bob Cross, and Steve Vaughn, representatives from 40 & 8 Hardy County Voiture 1623, presented four $500 checks from their nursing scholarship to Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College nursing students. The nursing student recipients were Kelsie VanMeter of Grant County, Brittany Goldizen of Grant County, Madison Miller of Hardy County, and Tara LeeAnn Aylor of Hardy County. “I am incredibly grateful for the scholarship 40 & 8 that I…
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Moorfield, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College (Eastern) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $1 million grant from the United States Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) to expand its Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) workforce training program. This funding will support the enhancement of Eastern’s current CDL Class A offerings and introduce CDL Class B training to meet the growing demand for skilled drivers in the region. The grant will be used to bolster both instruction and…
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