The program announced Thursday was made possible by a gift from the Anne & Gene Worrell Foundation to provide last-dollar support for students from the city.
Education
Some Virginia colleges and universities celebrating enrollment growth
Several colleges saw enrollment hold steady or grow this fall, despite ongoing enrollment recovery from the pandemic era and changing attitudes around higher education.
Martinsville robotics team, fresh off pre-season victories, looks to the future
The team of teenagers builds robots from the ground up for specific task-based competitions.
‘Promise’ program launches to cover tuition for community college students in Patrick County
The last-dollar program will cover books, tuition and fees for Patrick County students who attend Patrick & Henry Community College.
Averett gets bondholder OK for North Campus sale/lease-back deal
The university obtained approval from 50% of bondholders after three deadline extensions.
4 things to know about applying for college financial aid this fall
The FAFSA is now open for the 2026-2027 academic year. Here’s what you need to know about the tweaks to this year’s application and changes to federal education funding.
Emory & Henry University latest Virginia school to reset tuition in effort to attract students
The tuition reset will take effect for fall 2026. The new published rate will better reflect what students typically pay after scholarships and financial aid are applied.
State to raise minimum passing scores for SOL tests
The new scores will be phased in over several years. The board is expected to vote on the implementation plan for the score revision at its meeting next month.
Proposal released by NCI board member calls for Patrick & Henry Community College takeover
The higher education center in Martinsville has endured financial challenges and fluctuating enrollment. New board member Mark Crabtree says his idea for the community college to run NCI’s programs has widespread support.
University of Lynchburg president to retire next year
Alison Morrison-Shetlar has led the private university since 2020.


