D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Club Meeting - Tuesday Group
2026-02-10 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 213
The D&D Club meets weekly. The Tuesday group meets on Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall, Room 213.

SNA (MC) Meeting
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:00
The Middletown chapter of the Student Nurses Association (SNA) will meet once monthly on 2/10, 3/3, and 4/14 via Zoom.

"Love Remix" Speech Contest *CANCELED
2026-02-11 12:30 - 13:30 | ONLINE via Zoom
This event has been canceled.

February is the month for love, but what is love and what does it mean to you? For this competition, the goal is to define what “love” means to you and portray how you feel about “love.” There is no right or wrong answer or way to feel.

Specifications of the speech:

The student is tasked with creating an original poem, short story, or artistic visual representation to show the audience how they feel about and define “love” in their life. Imagery and description should make the audience feel, see, think.

If presenting a visual work, the student should provide a photo or link to the piece as well as including a video description (2-4 minutes) that discusses the work.

If presenting a poem or short story, the student should verbally present their work to the audience.

2-4 minutes in length

If a student cannot be present on Zoom for this event, they may send their materials to Chris Lambert clambert@laurelridge.edu no later than 11:59PM 2/9/2026.

D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Club Meeting - Wednesday Group
2026-02-11 15:30 - 19:00
The D&D Club meets weekly. The Wednesday group meets on Wednesdays from 3:30-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall, Room 213.

D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Club Meeting - Thursday Group #1
2026-02-12 15:00 - 19:00
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.

Fauquier Campus Skilled Trades Information Session and Tour
2026-02-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-11 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for a Skilled Trades information session to learn about our college, programs, and student support resources. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward your future!

Laurel Ridge offers hands-on, high-quality training programs designed to prepare you for in-demand careers in the skilled trades. Whether you’re starting a new career, upgrading your skills, or seeking industry-recognized credentials, we have flexible options to fit your schedule.

Lisa Heiser

Workforce Solutions CoachP:

540-868-9744

Send me an email

D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Club Meeting - Thursday Group #2
2026-02-12 15:30 - 19:00 | Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 406
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.

Zuzu African Acrobats
2026-02-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Middletown Campus: Corron Community Development Center, Thompson Conference Center, VA, United States
Celebrate Black History Month with an annual Laurel Ridge tradition! The Zuzu African Acrobats’ performance is a must-see. Bring your family, friends, and colleagues and enjoy!

Student Leadership Series: The Power of Giving Back -- Growing Professionally through Service
2026-02-17 17:00 - 18:00
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)

Zoom (this session is now offered virtually only)

Discover how serving others can be a catalyst for your personal and professional growth. This session explores the connection between leadership and service, highlighting practical ways to give back while building skills that employers value—such as teamwork, communication, and empathy. Learn how volunteerism and community engagement can strengthen your leadership journey and open doors to future opportunities.

Cyber Club Meeting
2026-02-19 14:30 - 16:00
The Cyber Club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Middletown Campus in Room 306 & virtually via Zoom.

VIBE Council Meeting
2026-02-20 09:00 - 10:00
The VIBE Council (Valuing, Inclusion, Belonging, and Equality/Empathy), formerly the DEI Council, will meet once a month on the 3rd Friday of each month via Zoom. The Zoom link is shared with all students and employees via Leo’s Weekly Update the week of the meeting.

Student Leadership Series: How I Became an Indie Game Designer
2026-02-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601 & Virtually: Online via Zoom
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT & EMPLOYEES)

Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601

Zoom

Discover the essentials of game design—from pixel art to 3D, beginner-friendly engines, and publishing on Steam. Featured guest TL Strosnider, President of the Game Design Club, will share current projects and how you can get involved.

Dining with the Dean
2026-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Middletown Campus: Science & Health Professions Building, Room 136
Join Dean of Students Amber Foltz for nuggies, delicious dips, and discussion!

Student Leadership Series: Conflict Resolution for Laurel Ridge Student Leaders
2026-02-24 17:00 - 17:30 | Virtual: Online via Zoom, VA, United States
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)

Zoom

Learn how to turn conflict into collaboration! This session equips student leaders with practical strategies to manage disagreements, communicate effectively, and strengthen team dynamics.

Dining with the Dean
2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Fauquier Campus: Hazel Hall, Barkman Conference Center, VA, United States

REVIVE -- FREE Training for Overdose Emergency Response
2026-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Middletown Campus & Virtually
Join in-person or online for this free opioid overdose and Naloxone education program that will help you recognize the signs of an overdose, provide respiratory support or administer Naloxone, and safe reporting.

You must sign up to attend (and receive location/Zoom link).

Investment Club Meeting
2026-02-26 14:30 - 15:30
The Investment Club meets weekly at the Middletown Campus in Cornerstone 311.

Square Dance
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Middletown Campus: Corron Community Development Center, Thompson Conference Center, VA, United States
*Free admittance

*You are welcome to bring a snack to share (not required)

*All college age individuals welcome!

*All Laurel Ridge students, employees and their guests welcome!

*NO EXPERIENCE REQ. – Beginner friendly dances

Dress code: casual (western flair optional – dress as fancy as you like) (wear stable shoes and clothes you are comfortable dancing in)

Hosted by the Dance Club!

March UNO @ FC!
2026-03-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Fauquier Campus: Wolk Hall, Rose Loeb Center, VA, United States
Join Student Life for some fun and Competitive games of UNO and enjoy snacks as we play! We may even have some wacky versions, join us to find out!

March BINGO @ MC!
2026-03-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Middletown Campus: SUB Lounge, VA, United States
Join Student Life in the SUB Lounge and Dining Room for Bingo! Win Prizes and Enjoy Snacks!

Oscars Trivia!
2026-03-03 15:00 - 16:00 | ONLINE via Zoom
…and the Oscar for Top Performer in Laurel Ridge Trivia goes to…. It could be You! Join Student Life and Kerry the Trivia Director, for another Trivia Session. 3/3 @ 3pm on Zoom. (Register Here – Oscars Trivia)

BINGO!
2026-03-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Middletown Campus: SUB Lounge & Fauquier Campus: The Loeb, United States
Join Student Life for the Final Bingo Sessions of the Semester! What can you win? Join us to find out! 4/6 at FC in The Loeb from 12pm-1pm & 4/7 at MC in The SUB Lounge from 12pm-1pm.

Invisible Epidemic - A Daniel McCain Documentary
2026-03-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus, Carl and Emily Thompson Conference Center, 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, Virginia, 22645
FULL CAMPUSES. EMPTY STOMACHS. HUNGRY FOR CHANGE.

A Daniel McCain Documentary

Free and open to the community! Stay after the screening for an engaging Q&A with Director of Student Support Vivi Meder and film director Daniel McCain.

The Invisible Epidemic is a powerful documentary that exposes the hidden reality of food insecurity on college campuses. While universities appear full and thriving, many students quietly struggle with hunger and lack access to basic nutrition. Through intimate storytelling and striking visuals, the film challenges assumptions about student life and calls attention to systemic gaps affecting student well-being. The documentary invites audiences to confront this overlooked crisis and consider meaningful solutions for change.

Written and directed by Daniel McCain

Executive Producers Hiram Larew, Bruce Williams, Daniel McCain

Produced by William Little, Quinn Stephenson, Chrys Soto

Edited by Daniel McCain

Cinematography by DANIEL McCAIN & Janelle Raymundo

Original Music by Stephen Schneider

Sound Design by Katyann Stenner

Poetry by Kim B. Miller

Humanities Week 2026
2026-03-16 08:00 - 2026-03-19 17:00
Celebrating Creativity, Culture & Humanity

Middletown Campus (in-person) and Fauquier Campus (virtual)

Join us for a week-long celebration showcasing the power of human connection. From conversations with illustrators and writers to hands-on public art, a film screening, and student performances, Humanities Week highlights the culture that shapes our communities.

EVENT SCHEDULE

POSTPONED – Careers in the Humanities Panel (Hosted by PTK)

Monday, March 16 from 2 – 3 p.m.

Hear from professionals working in humanities fields—including Dean Nicole Munday—as they share insights into employment pathways, skills, and opportunities. Pizza provided by Student Life.

Locations:

Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center, Thompson Conference Center (In-Person)

Fauquier: Library, Paris Room

Online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/86186352503

What Your Professors Wish You Knew About AI

Tuesday, March 17 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Professors Margaret Ross (philosophy), Addie Jones (psychology), and Jessi Lewis (English and writing) will discuss ethical considerations and issues surrounding artificial intelligence in the classroom. Locations:

Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center, Thompson Conference Center (In-Person)

Fauquier Campus, Barkman Family Conference Center (Virtually Viewing)

Online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84121849576

The Power of Public Art

Tuesday, March 17 from 1 – 3 p.m.

Monica James will host a hybrid conversation exploring public art and murals with three artists. Stay after for a public painting demonstration in the Corron.

Locations:

Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)

Fauquier Campus, The Paris Room in the Library (Virtual Viewing)

Online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/83692226638

Conversation with an Illustrator

Wednesday, March 18 from 11 a.m. – Noon

Join us as we welcome Laurel Ridge alum and Kent State Professor of Visual Communication and Design, Chad Lewis, for a deep dive into children’s book illustration and the creative process.

Locations:

Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)

Fauquier Campus, The Paris Room in the Library (Virtual Viewing)

Online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84433535178

Student Coffee House

Wednesday, March 18 from 2 – 4 p.m.

Join this open mic-style celebration with Laurel Ridge students and clubs. Enjoy coffee and snacks while supporting student creators. This celebration will feature readings, performances, artwork, and creative projects from Laurel Ridge students and clubs.

Location:

Middletown Campus, Cornerstone Hall Kummli Lounge (In-Person)

Not Just Another Podcast: How Stories Build Community

Thursday, March 19 from 9:30–10:30 a.m.

Writer and poet Sean Murphy joins Jessi Lewis for a conversation on building connections through poetry, publishing and podcasts.

Locations:

Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)

Fauquier Campus, The Paris Room in the Library (Virtual Viewing)

Online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/88528761412

Empathy Film Club: Ismail

Thursday, March 19 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Join us for a viewing of the short film Ismail , followed by a discussion hosted by Laurel Ridge sociology students. Participants will be challenged to reflect on the diversity of human experiences alongside sociological concepts.

Locations:

Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)

Register and attend online at https://laurelridgeedu.sharepoint.com/sites/LaurelRidgeUpdates/SitePages/Do-(Social)-Empathy-Virtual-Film-Screenings–A-Library-and-Sociology-Partnership.aspx?csf=1&web=1&e=uMm8Rf&CID=6f0f464d-3120-47a0-ad29-7ff93f548ae5

Women in Humanities Online Trivia Challenge

Thursday, March 19 at 3:30 p.m.

Challenge yourself with an online trivia game. Faculty, staff and students are welcome. The winning student gets a prize!

Register and attend online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/86186352503

Who Should Attend?

Students exploring majors or careers

Faculty & staff

Those interested in the humanities and big questions

Why It Matters

The Arts & Humanities help us understand ourselves, communicate ideas, build empathy, and engage in meaningful dialogue—skills essential for every career and community.

Interested in studying Humanities? Explore our Humanities program at https://laurelridge.edu/school-of-humanities-and-social-sciences/ and connect with your advisor to get started.

Neighbor Week
2026-03-16 08:00 - 2026-03-20 17:00
Kindness Lives Here

Join us in celebrating Neighbor Week in honor of what would have been Fred Rogers’s 98th birthday on March 20. We have events celebrating kindness and neighborliness March 16-20. We think Mr. Rogers would approve of Laurel Ridge’s mission to provide a positive, caring and dynamic learning environment that inspires student success, values diversity and promotes community vitality!

Help Your Neighbors

In exchange for a donation – of an amount of your choosing – you are welcome to wear your comfiest pair of jeans all week. These donations will be split among three beneficiaries:

TRiO – For those wishing to make non-monetary donations, here is a listing of suggested items for the TRiO pantry: proteins, such as canned tuna and chicken; peanut butter; bread; cereal; cooking oils; cleaning supplies; laundry detergent; dryer sheets; dish soap

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Parent Scholars Program

Buy a Shirt

Additionally, you can purchase a T-shirt designed by Larry Friedenberg, with proceeds – about $9 for each shirt – going to the Laurel Ridge Educational Foundation.

Order a Neighbor Week Shirt

It’s a Beautiful Potluck in the Neighborhood

On Tuesday, March 17, bring your favorite dish, snack, dessert or activity to share as you welcome your coworkers to come visit your neighborhood (department) for Neighborhood Bites & Delights between 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Sign up for the Potluck

Explore Your Neighborhood

Take a walk with your work neighbors!

Luray-Page County Center – 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 17. Meet at the welcome desk for a walk down the sidewalk to the corner of Allison and General Drive led by Judy Suddith.

Fauquier Campus – noon, Tuesday, March 17. Meet in front of The Barn and walk through the buildings and outside along the connector trail with Kerry Kilpatrick and Nick Shomo as your guides.

Middletown Campus – 12:15 p.m., Thursday, March 19. Meet in Cornerstone Hall behind the welcome desk and walk to the area around the Student Union Building with Poly Nesselrodt and Catherine Grunow leading the way.

Celebrate with Your Neighbors

Join us for Neighbor Day Cardigans and Cupcakes at noon on Wednesday, March 18. We’d love to take group pictures of employees in Mr. Rogers’s favorite item of clothing, a cardigan. Meet in Cornerstone Hall behind the information desk on the Middletown Campus, and in Wolk Hall near the information desk at the Fauquier Campus.

Other Neighborhood Goings-on

Coloring activity at each Laurel Ridge location. Details to come!

Therapy Dogs – Everyone loves visiting with the Fab Four Therapy Dogs! Thursday, March 19, noon to 1 p.m. on the Middletown Campus

View more Neighbor Week resources

Fauquier Student Writers Club Interest Meeting
2026-03-16 13:00 - 14:00
Fauquier students are invited to join the newly formed Fauquier Student Writers Club, focused mainly on creative writing and expression. Meetings will take place every Monday at 1 p.m. in Wolk 201.

March Mystery Bus!
2026-03-17 16:00 - 22:00 | Off Campus, VA, United States
It’s time for another Mystery! Only $10, but don’t forget food money! Leaving MC around 3:30pm and FC around 4:15pm. Sign Up open now!

Mystery Bus Sign Up!

Fab 4 - Therapy Dogs!
2026-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, SHP & SUB, lounges
The Fab 4 will be roaming Cornerstone Hall, SHP, & the SUB most Thursdays this semester. 12pm-1pm.

Student Leadership Series: Unmasking Student Life
2026-03-19 16:00 - 17:00
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)

Thursday, 3/19, 4-5 p.m.

Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601

Zoom

Join the Student Life & Engagement team for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how Student Life truly operates at Laurel Ridge. In the session, participants will explore the processes, decision-making, and campus politics that shape student programming, leadership development, and engagement opportunities. Developed by a Student Ambassadors LIT group.
