Black History Month Speaker: Ashley Offutt
2025-02-27 12:15 - 13:15 (America/New_York) | Ratliff Commons
A Personal Journey andProfessional Perspective
Join us as Ashley Offuttshares her compelling personal story and professional insights during thisspecial Black History Month presentation. Through her experiences, she’llexplore Black history’s enduring impact and significance in both personal andprofessional spheres. Ashley will reflect on herjourney in this intimate discussion and share perspectives on how Black HistoryMonth resonates in our daily lives and shapes our understanding of sharedhistory and progress.
Free and open to the public. Students, faculty, staff,and community members are welcome to attend.

Transfer Representative – East Tennessee State University
2025-03-04 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Eagle Cafe, 669 Community College Rd, Cedar Bluff, VA, United States
A transfer representative will be located in the Buchanan Hall cafeteria to discuss transfer opportunities at ETSU.

AAS in Early Childhood Development Transfer Session
2025-03-11 18:00 - 19:00
Virginia Commonwealth University 6:00pm

https://vccs.zoom.us/j/89958810497

Women's History Month: Olivia Bailey
2025-03-20 12:15 - 13:15 | Ratliff Commons
Join us for an intimatediscussion with Olivia Bailey as she shares her journey and reflections onWomen’s History Month. In this special presentation, Bailey will explore howcelebrating women’s achievements has shaped their personal lives and professionalpaths. During this engagingsession, Bailey will share her unique story and insights, connecting herexperiences to the broader narrative of women’s contributions throughouthistory. This event allows students and community members to engage inmeaningful dialogue about women’s advancement and empowerment.
Free admission. All are welcome.

Karaoke
2025-03-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Eagle Cafe Buchanan Hall
Break out of your middayroutine and join us for Lunchtime Karaoke at Southwest Virginia CommunityCollege! Whether you’re the next Taylor Swift or more of a shower singer,here’s your chance to grab the mic and shine.
Bring your lunch and yourfavorite song requests. We’ve got the sound system, the lyrics, and the stage -you bring the star power!
What to Expect:

A fun, judgment-free zone
Wide selection of songs
Great entertainment (even if you just want to watch!)
Chance to meet fellow music lovers

Packyour lunch and your courage – it’s time to turn the campus into your personalconcert venue!

AAS in Early Childhood Development Transfer Session
2025-03-25 19:00 - 20:00
George Mason University 7:00pm

https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84908466063

Disney+ Day X-Men
2025-04-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Student Inclusion Buchanan Hall
Calling all mutants andMarvel fans! SWCC is hosting an epic watch party for the highlyanticipated X-Men ’97. Relive the nostalgia of the original series with a freshnew take that brings our favorite mutants into a new era. Grab your friends and joinyour fellow X-Men enthusiasts for a morning of superhero action. Whether yougrew up with the original series or are new to the world of Charles Xavier’sgifted youngsters, this is your chance to experience the next chapter in X-Menanimation with your campus community.
We’ll stream the series onthe big screen in the Student Lounge so you can enjoy every energy blast,psychic power, and “SNIKT!” in full glory. Feel free to bring snacksand get comfortable!
Remember:”Mutation – it is the key to our evolution.”

Awards Day Banquet
2025-04-10 00:00 - 23:59 | KCC Auditorium & Gym
Student Success Department Awards Banquet.

AAS in Early Childhood Development Transfer Session
2025-04-15 18:00 - 19:00
Radford University 6:00pm

https://vccs.zoom.us/my/kgregory?omn=83224123281

Division of Health Technology Pinning Ceremonies
2025-05-01 00:00 - 23:59 | KCC Gym
DHT Pinning Ceremonies:
Pharm Tech: Gym 9am
OTA: Auditorium 10am
RN: Gym 12pm

Honors
2025-08-26 12:00 - 13:05 | DE116
Honors will meet in DE116.

Thriller Thursday (Movie Night)
2025-10-02 17:00 - 19:00 | DE116
Ready for a scream-worthy good time? Join us for Thriller Thursday in DE 116 at SWCC! Thursdays in October, on the 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, we’re turning down the lights and cranking up the chills with a new horror movie each week. Bring your friends, your bravest face, and maybe something to hide behind… because these flicks aren’t for the faint of heart. The shows start at 5:00 PM. Come for the scares, stay for the snacks!

Honors
2025-10-07 12:00 - 13:05 | DE116
Honors will meet in DE116

Thriller Thursday (Movie Night)
2025-10-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Auditorium
Ready for a scream-worthy good time? Join us for Thriller Thursday in the KCC Auditorium at SWCC! Thursdays in October, on the 2nd, 9th, 16th. we’re turning down the lights and cranking up the chills with a new horror movie each week. Bring your friends, your bravest face, and maybe something to hide behind… because these flicks aren’t for the faint of heart. The shows start at 5:00 PM. Come for the scares, stay for the snacks!

Veterans Ride for Life Poker Run
2025-10-11 08:00 - 09:00
Check-in: 8 AM – 9:45 AM in the parking lot of Davis Hall.
Time to Ride: Kickstands up 10 AM
Activities:

Live Music
Silent Auction
Cookout
50/50 Raffle

All proceeds will go to helping establish a Veterans’ Emergency Fund.

Registration

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CANCELLED: Flying Eagle 5K
2025-10-11 10:30 - 11:00 | SWCC Athletic Field
Flying Eagle 5k: For those feeling competitive, the EagleFest 5K walk/run kicks off at 10:30 AM.
The event begins at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 11, in the Charles R. King Community Center Parking Lot.

EagleFest
2025-10-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Charles R King Community Center, 498 College St, Cedar Bluff, VA, United States
Join Southwest Virginia Community College for a jam-packed day of festivities featuring vendors, live music, food trucks, games, and more.
Meet the Southwest softball players and Freedom the Eagle before cheering them on in their doubleheader.
For those feeling competitive, the EagleFest 5K walk/run kicks off at 10:30 AM.
The event begins at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 11, in the Charles R. King Community Center Parking Lot.

Scare-aoke Night
2025-10-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Eagle Cafe, 669 Community College Rd, Cedar Bluff, VA, United States
Unleash your inner ghoul and belt out your favorite tunes at Scare-aoke Night: Halloween Edition! Dress up, grab the mic, and sing your heart out—whether you’re a monster mash pro or want to have a scary good time. Costumes encouraged, laughs guaranteed, and spooky vibes all night long!

Thriller Thursday (Movie Night)
2025-10-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00

Transfer Panel Discussion
2025-10-20 12:15 - 13:15 | Ratliff Commons
Former students return to SWCC to talk about their transfer experiences.

Self-Defense
2025-10-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Ratliff Commons
Self-Defense Class -Student-led project. Bringing law enforcement officials from 2 service countiesand offering Rape whistles, pepper spray, and lanyards.

Transfer Connections Day
2025-10-23 08:00 - 12:00 | Ratliff Commons
Transfer Connections Day will allow students to meet with various representatives from 4-year colleges and universities to discuss transfer potential and gain access to more information about those colleges. Student Support Services will be hosting the event through Dr. Susie Mullins, our Transfer Coordinator, who is inviting the college representatives for the event.

The Great Flying Eagle Costume Throwdown
2025-10-30 12:30 - 13:30 | Buchanan Hall Lobby
It’s time for The Great Flying Eagle Costume Throwdown! On October 30th at 12:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Hall Lobby, faculty and staff will showcase their spookiest, silliest, and most creative costumes. Students and colleagues will serve as judges, so come prepared to cheer, vote, and see who claims the bragging rights for best dressed on campus!

Haunted Table Trail
2025-10-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Buchanan Hall, 669 Community College Rd, Cedar Bluff, VA, United States
Calling all mini ghosts and goblins! Join us for the Haunted Table Trail at SWCC on October 30th at 4:30 PM. Follow the trail of spooky (but not too scary) tables, collect treats, play games, and get into the Halloween spirit. Costumes are a must! Bring your best one and get ready for a spooky good time!

Monster Bash
2025-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Ratliff Commons
Calling all Flying Eagles! Get your costumes ready for the Monster Mash Bash! Celebrate Halloween with friends, music, games, treats, and a costume contest that’ll crown the best-dressed on campus. Come for the scares, stay for the fun, and make this a night to remember!

Coffee Social
2025-11-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Buchanan Hall Lobby
Take 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!

Groundbreakers Week First Gen Slam
2025-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Ratliff Commons
Students (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.

Groundbreakers Week Adulting 101
2025-11-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Library and Buchanan Hall
Hands-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.
