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Eastern Agriculture Innovation and Mountainview Veterinary Services Host Successful Cattlemen’s Evening

March 18, 2024

Fisher, W.Va. – Over 100 agricultural enthusiasts and professionals gathered at the Misty Mountain Event Barn for the highly anticipated Cattlemen’s Evening, hosted by Eastern WVCTC Agriculture Innovation in collaboration with Mountainview Veterinary Services. The event, which ran from 5:30 to 8 pm, provided an insightful exploration into critical aspects of the industry and featured distinguished speakers from the agriculture industry. Among the highlights of the evening was the compelling presentation by speaker Michele Payn, who addressed the pressing issue of stress management within the…

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Eastern Awarded 1.4 Million Dollars to Start Heavy Equipment Operators Program

March 13, 2024

Moorefield, W.Va. – Senator Shelley Moore Capito’s Office has disclosed that Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College has been granted $1.4 million through congressionally directed spending to support the establishment of a new heavy equipment operators’ program. The funding will be utilized to acquire additional land for hosting the heavy equipment and training program, as well as to procure various types of heavy equipment such as simulators, a mini excavator, dozer, dump truck, backhoe, forklift, and other equipment. Dr. Tom Striplin, President of Eastern,…

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Eastern Hires Colton Allanson as the Administrative Assistant

March 8, 2024

MOOREFIELD, W.Va. – Colton Allanson, a resident of Petersburg, West Virginia, has been hired as the Administrative Assistant at Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College. He holds a bachelor of arts in music from Glenville State College, where he graduated in the fall of 2022. Before joining Eastern’s team, he worked as a student worker at Glenville State University. “My skills learned during my time as an Office Assistant – Student Worker at Glenville State will translate and help me here at Eastern,” said Allanson.…

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Twelve Romney Middle School Students Explored College Opportunities at Eastern

March 6, 2024

Moorefield W.Va. – A group of 12 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 the students to specific career paths in business management and marketing and 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 a leadership icebreaker game featuring Mr. Potato Head, a Smart Lego build,…

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Eastern Foundation’s Inaugural Cupcake Soiree: A Sweet Success for Alumni Reunion

March 4, 2024

Moorefield W.VA. – The Inaugural Cupcake Soiree, hosted by the Eastern Foundation at Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College, was a success in bringing alumni together for an evening of networking and indulgence. “I am delighted to resonate with the joy of our first-ever cupcake celebration dedicated to our esteemed alumni. Last evening was more than just a gathering; it was a wonderful testament to the enduring bonds formed within these walls,” said Monica Wilson, Interim Vice President of Academics and Student Services at Eastern,…

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40 & 8 Hardy County Voiture 1623 Grants Scholarships To Eastern WVCTC Nursing Students

March 1, 2024

MOOREFIELD, W.Va. – On Tuesday, February 27, 2024, Jeff Fraley, director of nursing education, Warren Kessel, and Ken Bransky, 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 Michelle Adkins of Pendleton County, Jodee Crites of Grant County, Crystal Goodwater of Hampshire County, and Whitney Simon of Hardy County. “I am honored and extremely thankful to have been awarded the 40 &…

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Eastern Develops Cyber Intelligence Degree Program

January 29, 2024

Starting in the Fall of 2024, Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College will begin offering a cyber intelligence program with options to earn a two-year degree, 1-year academic certificate, and two micro-credentials in cyber intelligence. According to Dr. Tom Striplin, Eastern President, “We have been working on the development of this fully online program over the past year and are excited about the options and opportunities the program will provide to prospective students and employers.” All courses in the program including general education can…

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$3500 in Donations to Bolster Student Programming and Scholarships

January 11, 2024

Moorefield, W.Va. – The Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College Foundation is pleased to announce a generous donation of $3500 in support of student programming and scholarships. This noteworthy contribution comes as part of the Twelve Days of Giving campaign, which commenced on Giving Tuesday and saw donors rally together to make a significant impact. During this campaign, donors of the Eastern Foundation contributed a total of $1750, with an additional $625 generously matched by the Department of Education through the Title III Award. The…

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300 Attendees to the Community Job Fair, Including WV Treasurer

January 9, 2024

MOOREFIELD, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College’s Career Services Department, led by Dixie Heavener, career counselor, held a Fall 2023 community job fair on November 14, 2023. This event was attended by fifty employers, such as Northrop Grumman, American Woodmark, Timberline Mountain, Clearway Energy Group, Pilgrim’s, and Workforce West Virginia. There was an abundance of job seekers who attended, plus three hundred high school students from Moorefield, Petersburg, Hampshire, East Hardy, and Hardy were bused in to be able to meet with…

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