November 6 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Coffee Social Buchanan Hall Lobby Student EventsTake an after-lunch break and treat yourself at the Black Bird Bakery Coffee Social! Swing by the Buchanan Hall Lobby for fresh coffee provided by the Eagle Cafe, enjoy delicious pastries, and a chance to catch up with friends (or make some new ones). It’s the perfect way to recharge your day!
November 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Groundbreakers Week First Gen Slam Ratliff Commons Student EventsStudents (and faculty/staff who were first-gen themselves) share their journeys—challenges, surprises, and wins—in a supportive, open-mic format. The aim is to normalize struggles and inspire each other.
November 11 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Groundbreakers Week Adulting 101 Library and Buchanan Hall Student EventsHands-on breakout sessions covering topics like financial aid hacks, building credit, time management, networking for introverts, and navigating imposter syndrome. Sessions are led by faculty, local professionals, and successful first-gen alumni.
November 12 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Groundbreakers Week Resource Roadmap Ratliff Commons Student EventsBooths from campus support services, tutoring, mental health, transfer advisors, and local organizations. The twist: each booth offers a “pro tip” or quick activity to make resources less intimidating.
November 13 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Groundbreakers Week Connection Day Eagle Cafe 669 Community College Rd, Cedar Bluff, VA, United States Student Events Food and music event featuring first-generation students, faculty, and staff. The entire campus community is invited.
November 17 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Stress Busters Week B110 Student EventsColoring book day! Need a break? Join us for Chill Out: Stress Busters Week, November 17th–20th! Each day brings a new way to unwind—coloring books to spark your creativity, a Nap Party for some well-deserved rest, a campus walk to clear your mind, and a full day dedicated to pure relaxation. Drop in for one
November 18 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Stress Busters Week B110 Student EventsNap party! Need a break? Join us for Chill Out: Stress Busters Week, November 17th–20th! Each day brings a new way to unwind, coloring books to spark your creativity, a Nap Party for some well-deserved rest, a campus walk to clear your mind, and a full day dedicated to pure relaxation. Drop in for one
November 19 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Stress Busters Week B110 Student EventsWalk it out! Need a break? Join us for Chill Out: Stress Busters Week, November 17th–20th! Each day brings a new way to unwind, coloring books to spark your creativity, a Nap Party for some well-deserved rest, a campus walk to clear your mind, and a full day dedicated to pure relaxation. Drop in for
November 20 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Stress Busters Week B110 Student EventsNeed a break? Join us for Chill Out: Stress Busters Week, November 17th–20th! Each day brings a new way to unwind, coloring books to spark your creativity, a Nap Party for some well-deserved rest, a campus walk to clear your mind, and a full day dedicated to pure relaxation. Drop in for one or all