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SUMMARY:Research Experiences for Community College Students – Starting Your Science CareerA presentation by Ian Hare
DESCRIPTION:Middletown Campus\, Science and Health Professions Building\, Room 138 and Virtual – https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/gyNkOMS8Ry2CDItPFF13Xw#/registration \n\n\n\nPursuing a career in the sciences? Many undergraduate students are unaware that extracurricular research experiences are often critical for landing their first job or entering their desired graduate program after earning a BS degree. Join us for a seminar discussing how this relates to community college students. We will outline the challenges\, but more importantly\, the advantages of pursuing extracurricular research opportunities as a community college student. Resources will be shared to find opportunities based on your interests\, and to help you plan for your next steps. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Hare is an associate professor of Biology at Laurel Ridge Community College\, teaching General Biology and Microbiology. After graduating from Laurel Ridge Community College\, he studied Biology and Statistics at James Madison University followed by graduate training West Virginia University in Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis\, investigating immune cell regeneration in patients following high dose chemotherapy/radiation regimens administered prior to bone marrow transplantation.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/research-experiences-for-community-college-students-starting-your-science-careera-presentation-by-dr-ian-hare/
LOCATION:Middletown Campus Science and Health Professions Building\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, Virginia\, 22645
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SUMMARY:Decision Day - For Graduates Transferring to a 4-Year College or University
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 22 – Middletown Campus\, Cornerstone Hall Back Patio or Room 402 \n\n\n\nThursday\, April 23 – Fauquier Campus\, courtyard or Wolk Hall front entrance \n\n\n\nStop by for free donuts and swag from James Madison University\, George Mason University\, Shenandoah University\, \, Virginia Teach and more. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAttend for a chance to win prizes \n\n\n\nSign-Up to Attend at https://forms.office.com/r/63tDBGSVBj.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/decision-day-for-graduates-transferring-to-a-4-year-college-or-university/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Fauquier Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events,Transfer Events,Transfer Events at Laurel Ridge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T113000
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SUMMARY:Functional Fitness Class!
DESCRIPTION:Join Fitness Instructor Chris Scholl for a FUNctional Fitness Class. Mondays and Wednesdays 4:45pm-5:35pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays\, 11:30am-12:20pm. Open to All Faculty\, Staff\, and Students in the SUB RM 217.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/functional-fitness-class-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:MIddletown Campus: SUB 217\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Luray Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="David Belyea":MAILTO:dbelyea@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T031823
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SUMMARY:BOND Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The BOND Club is open to all students and meets weekly on both campuses and online via Zoom!
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/bond-club-meeting-3/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T153000
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SUMMARY:Investment Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Investment Club meets weekly at the Middletown Campus in Cornerstone 311.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/investment-club-meeting-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Lambert":MAILTO:clambert@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
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SUMMARY:D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Club Meeting - Thursday Group #1
DESCRIPTION:The D&D Club meets weekly; there are two Thursday groups. The first Thursday group meets on Thursdays from 3-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall\, Room 212.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/dd-dungeons-dragons-club-meeting-thursday-group-1/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Lambert":MAILTO:clambert@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
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SUMMARY:Art Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Art Club meets weekly on Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. in the art studio (Cornerstone 502).
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/art-club-meeting-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall\, Room 502\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Lambert":MAILTO:clambert@laurelridge.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
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SUMMARY:Throwback Thursday! (StressLESS Week!)
DESCRIPTION:Join Student Life for our StressLESS Week party event\, Throwback Thursday! Enjoy 90’s/00’s snacks and music\, play themed card and trivia games\, paint canvas bags\, and snap pics with our themed photobooth props! MC in the SUB Lounge & FC in the Loeb from 3:30pm-5:30pm on Thursday 4/23.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/throwback-thursday-stressless-week/
LOCATION:Middletown Campus: SUB Lounge and Fauquier Campus: The Loeb\, United States
CATEGORIES:Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Luray Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="David Belyea":MAILTO:dbelyea@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T153000
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SUMMARY:D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Club Meeting - Thursday Group #2
DESCRIPTION:The D&D Club meets weekly; there are two Thursday groups. The second Thursday group meets on Thursdays from 3:30-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall\, Room 406.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/dd-dungeons-dragons-club-meeting-thursday-group-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall\, Room 406
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Lambert":MAILTO:clambert@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000
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SUMMARY:PACE Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The PACE Club focuses on Professional Advancement & Career Exploration and will meet weekly at the Middletown Campus in Cornerstone 311.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/pace-club-meeting-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Lambert":MAILTO:clambert@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
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SUMMARY:STEM Fair - Fauquier Campus
DESCRIPTION:Featuring: \n\n\n\nPizza courtesy of Student Life \n\n\n\n4-year university STEM representatives \n\n\n\nEMS Program & demonstration \n\n\n\nPolice Department (Jay Roy) \n\n\n\nLaurel Ridge department displays \n\n\n\nIndustry & nonprofit partners \n\n\n\nStudent project showcase \n\n\n\nPassport Card door prize game
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/stem-fair-fauquier-campus/
LOCATION:Fauquier Campus\, Hazel Hall Lobby
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
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SUMMARY:Online General Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a general information session to learn about our college\, programs\, and student support resources. You can choose to attend in person or online. In-person attendees will also have the opportunity to take a guided campus tour following the session. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward your future! \n\n\n\nDiscover Your Future at Laurel Ridge\n\n\n\nLaurel Ridge Community College offers a supportive\, flexible learning environment to help you succeed. Choose from 75+ degree and certificate programs and 60+ fast-track career training options\, available at three convenient locations or online. \n\n\n\n\nCareer-focused programs with employer connections\n\n\n\nAffordable tuition & financial aid\n\n\n\nFlexible schedules: day\, evening\, weekend\, online\n\n\n\nInclusive\, vibrant campus community\n\n\n\n\nWe are here to assist in the exploration of program options and navigating the first steps of enrollment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrandon Doores \n\n\n\nOutreach Specialist and Career Coach\, Fauquier CampusP: \n\n\n\n540-351-1034 \n\n\n\nSend me an email \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThomas Monk \n\n\n\nOutreach Specialist and Career Coach\, Middletown CampusP: \n\n\n\n540-533-9189 \n\n\n\nSend me an email \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Heiser \n\n\n\nWorkforce Solutions CoachP: \n\n\n\n540-868-9744 \n\n\n\nSend me an email
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/online-general-information-session/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:General Information Sessions,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
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SUMMARY:Yoga w/ Professor Hollar
DESCRIPTION:***Yoga will be cancelled April 16th\, 2026*** Please Join Professor Hollar for the next session! Join Professor Hollar as he hosts Yoga! Learn different exercises and breathing techniques as well as have fun! Most Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-6:30pm. Please arrive by 5:20 as class begins promptly at 5:30pm in The SUB RM 217.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/yoga-w-professor-hollar/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Middletown Campus: SUB RM 217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Luray Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="David Belyea":MAILTO:dbelyea@laurelridge.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T031823
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SUMMARY:STEM Careers Panel - Fauquier Campus\, Barkman Conference Center\, Hazel Hall
DESCRIPTION:This panel brings together professionals from a range of STEM fields to share their unique career journeys and perspectives\, spanning areas from biotechnology to healthcare and beyond. Designed for community college students and members of the local community\, the discussion highlights the many pathways into STEM careers \n\n\n\n6-7 p.m. \n\n\n\nFauquier Campus\, Barkman Family Conference Center and Virtual – https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/muSXh7l9SyeDKiOVU7jRZw#/registration \n\n\n\nMeet the Panelists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSayed MosaviCeres Nanosciences\, IncSenior Scientist and Lab Manager \n\n\n\nSayed Mosavi is a Senior Scientist and Lab Manager at Ceres Nanosciences\, Inc.\, specializing in the development of reagents and methods for pathogen detection. After earning an M.S. in Chemistry and teaching at the college level\, Sayed transitioned into the U.S. biotech sector through the NVCC Biotech Certificate Program. He now oversees service labs that provide critical wastewater testing for public health monitoring. Sayed is passionate about the intersection of chemistry and biology and its power to solve real-world community health challenges. What motivates him most is knowing his work directly benefits the public and brings tangible value to society every day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJeremy WigentonMelnor\, Inc.Network & System Administrator \n\n\n\nJeremy is a dedicated IT professional with a strong foundation in technical support\, systems administration\, and cloud technologies. Holding certifications including CompTIA A+\, ITF+\, Network+\, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals\, and ITIL\, he has steadily advanced in his career—from help desk roles to IT Technician I and II\, and now serves as a Network and System Administrator at Melnor\, Inc. A recent graduate of Northern Virginia Community College and a current cloud computing student at Western Governors University\, he continues to expand his expertise and passion for innovative\, reliable IT solutions. In his free time\, he enjoys spending quality time with his family\, visiting the local farmer’s market on Saturdays\, and playing with his dog\, Lulu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoye GibsonShimadzuStrategic Customer Advocate and Sales Professional \n\n\n\nJoey is an experienced Analytical Scientist with a demonstrated history of applying analytical skill set in various industries including toxicology\, food science\, and sales. He is skilled in method development\, troubleshooting analytical instrumentation\, and bridging the gap between technical solutions and customer needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSean MurphyFiraxis GamesStrategic Lead Content Producer \n\n\n\nSean Murphy is a graduate of the University of Virginia (B.A. Studio Arts) and entered the Video Game Development industry in 1991. He weathered countless trends\, experienced numerous upheavals in the form of studio closures and layoffs\, and worked diligently to stay current with the latest tools and techniques. After almost 18 years as a production artist\, including 2D and 3D work\, Sean transitioned into Outsource Management in 2009 and spent the remainder of his career managing complex relationships between client Game Studios and overseas Service Providers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNawa AdhikariMaxar TechnologiesSoftware Engineer \n\n\n\nNawa Adhikari is a Senior Manager of Software Development at Vantor\, where he leads a team of over 20 engineers building advanced technology solutions. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Dickinson State University and later completed a Masters in Computer Information Systems while serving in the US Army. After six years of military service\, Nawa transitioned back into the tech industry and joined Maxar (now\, Vantor) as a Software Engineer in 2019. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBen YeagerGeneral Dynamics Mission SystemsMechanical Engineer \n\n\n\nMechanical Engineering BS from University of TN in 2010. US Army Infantry Officer 2010-2015\, Platoon Leader\, Company Executive Officer\, Airborne\, Air Assault\, Ranger. Lumicor Inc 2015-2016\, Supported manufacture of and installation of polymer paneling for architectural and design applications. Veraxx Enginering 2017-2026\, Designed and manufactured full mission simulators for the US Marines and US Special Forces aviation\, including the MH60\, MH6/AH6\, MH47\, V22\, UH1Y and AH1Z aircraft. General Dynamics Mission Systems 2026-Present\, Mechanical Engineer\, designing and manufacturing unique and specialized solutions in support of a US Government customer.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/stem-careers-panel/
LOCATION:Fauquier Campus\, Hazel Hall Barkman Conference Center\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, United States
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