DCC Op-Ed with Dr. Jerry Wallace | The Power of Partnerships at Danville Community College
September has been a month filled with developing partnerships, and invaluable conversations for Danville Community College (DCC). Each of these interactions serves to remind me how deeply interconnected our college is with the broader community, from local initiatives to national recognition.
DCC Opens Registration for 2022 ‘Idea Fair’
Danville Community College (DCC), in partnership with Dan River Region Entrepreneur Ecosystem, Longwood Small Business Development Center, River District Association, Danville/Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce, and The Launch Place, is seeking students from Pittsylvania County Schools, Danville Public Schools, Caswell Public Schools, area private schools, DCC, and the community to participate in its annual ‘Idea Fair’ being held in-person in the Temple Building on the DCC campus on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
DCC Student Spotlight: Brooke Nuckols, Precision Machining Technology
Brooke Nuckols, a dedicated Danville Community College student in the Precision Machining Technology (PMT) program, exemplifies passion, determination, and a commitment to excellence in her craft.
Brooke, a Lynchburg, Virginia native, commutes an hour each way, three days a week, to attend classes at DCC. Her dedication to her education is evident as she works toward earning her diploma in Precision Machining, with an expected graduation date of May 2025.
DCC Unveils State-of-the-Art CDL Simulator at RCATT Event
On Monday, June 26, Danville Community College (DCC), in partnership with the Danville Community College Educational Foundation (DCCEF) unveiled the latest in Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training technology – a new, state-of-the-art CDL training simulator.
Laura Worley Novey to Deliver Danville Community College Commencement Keynote
Danville Community College is proud to announce that Laura Worley Novey, Senior Vice President at McGuireWoods Consulting and leader of the firm's national education industry team, will serve as the commencement speaker during the graduation exercises on May 11, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.
Ms. Novey's extensive experience in education policy and her dedication to advancing educational opportunities make her an exceptional choice to address the graduating class of 2024.
With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Laura Worley Novey has made significant contributions to education and public service. Prior to joining McGuireWoods Consulting, she served in leadership roles at Virginia Tech and the University of Virginia, bringing valuable insights and expertise to higher education institutions.
Her tenure as the Secretary of Education for the Commonwealth of Virginia further exemplifies her commitment to shaping education policy and fostering innovation in the field.
Op-Ed with Dr. Jerry Wallace: Collaboration and Celebration at Danville Community College
October was a busy, exciting month full of collaboration and partnership at Danville Community College (DCC). I am continually reminded of the profound impact that collaboration and community engagement can have on our institution and the local community.