Deliberative Dialogue Fosters Democracy at PVCC and Beyond

On March 21, students, professors, and administrative staff gathered to participate in a Deliberative Dialogue together. Part of this experience involved learning effective communication with emphasis upon seeking common ground. While previous dialogues have involved topics like gun control in the United States, healthcare, and an abundance of other pressing current topics, the recent dialogue […]

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Warrior-Scholar Project in North Carolina

In summer 2022, veterans and current military students participated in the Warrior-Scholar Project at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) is a nonprofit organization that equips service members and veterans for success in higher education.  According to the Warrior-Scholar Project website, they “host intensive, one- and two-week college-preparatory […]

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Fast fashion is out, sustainability is in

Darling x Dashing Boutique on Charlottesville’s downtown mall is a hub for quality pre-loved clothes, some still with original tags. Dashing is the year-old, masculine counterpart to already-established Darling Boutique. Patrons are supporting over 100 local artisans of self-care products, giftable tchotchkes, and fashionable accessories in addition to shopping for clothes more intentionally.  The entire […]

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