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Students participating in stem day experiment
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Over 500 Students Inspired by Hands-On Experiences at UVA Wise’s Day in STEM-H

The goal of Day in STEM-H is to inspire students, particularly in grades where interest in science and math typically begins to decline, by engaging them in STEM-H (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Health) fields.
October 9, 2025
Brianne Barker
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From Communication to Compassion: UVA Wise Alumna Shares Her Journey

For Brianne (Foster) Barker ’14, her time at UVA Wise laid the foundation for her career, and the chapters that followed gave her journey a deeper meaning, defined by resilience, family and purpose.
October 6, 2025
Josephine Rodriguez
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UVA Wise Names Josephine Rodriguez as Associate Vice Chancellor for Research

In this role, Rodriguez will lead efforts to expand the College’s research capacity by identifying competitive funding opportunities and supporting faculty in developing successful grant proposals.
September 22, 2025
Students in classroom with computers
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UVA Wise Receives Cybersecurity Research Award

The grant is part of the 2026 Cybersecurity Research Program, which supports innovative projects across Virginia that focus on the intersection of data, autonomy and security.
September 9, 2025
Panelists with UVA Wise leadership

UVA Wise Hosts Panel on Casino Management and Careers

The event offered students, faculty and community members an inside look at the fast-growing hospitality and gaming industry and its impact on Southwest Virginia and Appalachia.
September 4, 2025

NYC Breakdance and Beatbox Group to Perform at UVA Wise

The Missing Element, featuring The Beatbox House, blends street dance and beatboxing in an immersive show at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, in the Gilliam Center for the Arts Black Box Theater at UVA Wise.
September 4, 2025
Corey Harris, a musician, poses with his musical instrument.
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Blues, Roots and Rhythm: Corey Harris Band Live at UVA Wise

Grammy nominee and MacArthur “Genius” Fellow Corey Harris has carved out his own niche in blues and will share his talents at UVA Wise.
August 29, 2025
Campaign cabinet members with Chancellor Henry and Valerie Lawson
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UVA Wise Honors Campaign Cabinet as 2025 Volunteers of the Year

This prestigious award honors individuals and groups whose extraordinary service has made a lasting impact on the College, its students and their families.
August 28, 2025
Lewey Lee, Chancellor Henry, members of The Bill Gatton Foundation, Rhonda Perkins, Valerie Lawson
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The Bill Gatton Foundation Named 2025 Benefactor of the Year at UVA Wise

The Bill Gatton Foundation was established to continue the legacy of Carol Martin “Bill” Gatton, a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist who dedicated his life to supporting educational access, healthcare and community growth.
August 27, 2025
Rhonda Perkins, Lewey Lee, Chancellor Donna Henry, Valerie Lawson
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Campaign Success! UVA Wise Raises $103.8 Million to Honor the Future

Fundraising efforts for the initiative totaled $103,871,543.55 and will have an impact of $131,275,796.51 thanks to the College’s ability to secure matching funds from the University of Virginia’s Bicentennial Scholarship program.
August 25, 2025
Two students with T-Mobile bags
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UVA Wise Partners with T-Mobile to Launch Next Phase of innovate2elevate iPad Initiative

Beginning this fall, every full-time undergraduate student at UVA Wise will receive a cellular-connected iPad, complete with a smart keyboard and Apple pencil, ensuring students have 24/7 access to learning, collaboration and creativity wherever they go.
August 19, 2025
CO.STARTERS participants
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CO.STARTERS by Hatch Accelerator Cultivates Local Innovation and Entrepreneurial Spirit

The entrepreneurial momentum in Southwest Virginia continues to build as the fifth CO.STARTERS cohort wraps up a successful program marked by innovation, collaboration and community.
July 31, 2025