Events

 Middletown Campus, Student Union Building Room 217 and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/fcWmV62ER02GVVddO0oMyA#/registration The Hatha Yoga practice is designed for a broad spectrum of students, beginning to intermediate, and some advanced level depending on the student's ability and comfort level. Practice incorporates asana (postures), deep relaxation, breathing focus, and meditation. Practice can be modified based on the...

Calling all Staff, Employees, and Students! Join Student Life and the Administrators for our Spring Picnic! This year we have a large itinerary of activities for everyone to enjoy! Join us for the picnic lunch, a Community Resource Fair, a Petting Zoo, Lawn Games & Music, and The Arrive Alive Driving Simulator! FC - 4/20...

Creative writers welcome! The club meets weekly on Mondays from 1-2 p.m. in Wolk Hall, Room 201.

Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/vNXDfz7pTbyGMx7-x9ekRQ#/registration

The Middletown Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (Alpha Beta Omega) meets weekly alternating between officer only and open membership meetings every Monday at 2 p.m.

The D&D Club meets weekly. The Monday group meets on Mondays from 3-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall, Room 304.

Featuring: Snacks + Passport Card Door Prize Game 4-year university STEM representatives Local businesses & medical practices Physical Therapist Assistant Program Laurel Ridge STEM & Health Care departments EMS Program & live demonstration Police Department display (Jay Roy) Virginia Space Grant Consortium

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.

Local medical professionals and STEM equipment manufacturers share pathways into their fields. Meet the Panelists Emma RusnakNorthern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission & Page County, VAGIS Coordinator Emma Rusnak is a Warren County native, currently residing in Frederick County. She has a bachelor’s degree in Geography and a minor in Wildlife Conservation from George Mason University...

Meet outside the Student Union Building What to Expect Participants will enjoy a guided bird hike on the Laurel Ridge trails. The terrain is mostly flat, though trails may be muddy, particularly after recent rain. What to Wear and Bring Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes suitable for soft or...

 Featuring: Noon-1 p.m. -Pizza courtesy of Student Life

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.

Join Student Life for an online themed Trivia Session! Players have a chance to win a gift card! Join Here!

The Fauquier S.T.E.M. Club meets weekly on Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Hazel Hall, outside Room 121 (Dr. Wilcox's office).

Stop by to speak with an A.R.E. representative and receive Information, Resources, and FREE Testing! Here four times from 1pm-4pm this semester! 1/29 & 3/19 in The SUB Information Desk (Seating Area in front of the Bookstore) and 2/17 & 4/21 in Cornerstone Hall Lobby.

Join us on the Middletown Campus, Science & Health Professions Building, Student Lounge (1st floor) for a FREE Ice Cream Social.

Back for Spring! Join Janet Heisrath-Evans for more relaxing meditation! Most Tuesdays from 2pm-2:30pm this semester. Stop by Hazel Hall 210 or on Zoom at laurelridge.edu/meditation.

Middletown Campus, Science and Health Professions Building Room 136 and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/gSUR44Y_Q8mVqm_AXw5naw#/registration Brad NoltSpecialist at Shimadzu Scientific Instruments Brad Nolt is an LCMS Sales Specialist with Shimadzu Scientific Instruments in Columbia, MD.  His background is organic chemistry and pharmaceutical drug discovery. He is a graduate of JMU and Temple University.

The Spanish Club meets weekly, alternating between the Middletown and Fauquier Campuses: All meetings are also held virtually using Google Meet for each meeting.

Dr. Rogers will discuss his research at NASA Langley prior to joining Laurel Ridge.  Attendees going into a career in science will have the change to learn what the day in the life of a research scientist might look like. Middletown Campus, Science and Health Professions Building, Room 138 and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/R2w8CoHXRAqzfowbmLs6qQ#/registration Middletown Campus,...

The D&D Club meets weekly. The Tuesday group meets on Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall, Room 213.

The Laurel Ridge Dance Club meets weekly for dance practice and fellowship. Special or make-up sessions may be held on Thursdays as needed - members will be informed.

Let's get dramatic - every week on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Cornerstone 406!

Join Student Life for the Final Mystery Bus of the Semester! Where are we going? Join Us to find out! Leaving MC around 3:30pm and FC around 4:15pm. Mystery Bus Sign Up!

Middletown Campus, Science and Health Professions Building, Room 138 and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/yDc88YdjSEa5NXi7k2QVUg#/registration Dr. Nina T. Parker has her BS and MS from the University of Michigan, PhD in Immunology from Ohio University and certification in medical laboratory sciences from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP).  Her areas of specialization include infectious disease, immunology,...

Our Delta Phi chapter meets monthly from 4-4:30 PM (for members only). Access to the location and Zoom link for each meeting can be found via GreekTrack.

***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.

Fauquier Campus, Wolk Hall Room 207 and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/YqEn73LuQEC3YSe94-RSAw#/registration

Attend on Zoom: https://vccs.zoom.us/j/86700137926?pwd=Y1wwgeHgcoOrU4osPt6gcrdoONDaWq.1

 Middletown Campus, Student Union Building Room 217 and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/fcWmV62ER02GVVddO0oMyA#/registration The Hatha Yoga practice is designed for a broad spectrum of students, beginning to intermediate, and some advanced level depending on the student's ability and comfort level. Practice incorporates asana (postures), deep relaxation, breathing focus, and meditation. Practice can be modified based on the...

The Game Design club meets weekly in the Student Union Building, LEO's Esports Arena.

Middletown Campus, pollinator garden next to the pond

Wednesday, April 22 - Middletown Campus, Cornerstone Hall Back Patio or Room 402 Thursday, April 23 - Fauquier Campus, courtyard or Wolk Hall front entrance Stop by for free donuts and swag from James Madison University, George Mason University, Shenandoah University, , Virginia Teach and more. Attend for a chance to win prizes Sign-Up to...

Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/GWAP3zlRTeO88R-MvreHBg#/registration

The D&D Club meets weekly. The Wednesday group meets on Wednesdays from 3:30-7 p.m. in Cornerstone Hall, Room 213.

Join Student Life as we host a Spring Volleyball Tournament! Join us for the game, snacks, and a fun freebie! 4/22 3:30pm-5:30pm on the SUB Lawn (or Cornerstone Back Lawn). All Students and Play Levels welcome!

Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/KvOmSdwnRJiTS3_WW-wjkg#/registration Dr. Deepesh Giri holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Mississippi State University. He has professional experience in the automotive industry, postdoctoral research, and higher education. He has previously served as an Assistant Professor at Long Island University, teaching undergraduate and graduate students and applying AI-driven tools in interdisciplinary research. Currently, he...

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.

The Valley Youth Club (formerly Bible Study Club) meets weekly on Wednesdays for fellowship, to discuss passages, and more.

A presentation by Jon Levi Science & Health Professions Building, Room 136 and virtual at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84774955007?pwd=vjvpJKaR7GhXRSVeyr8ki7Wh7gGJdu.1 Jon Levi is the IT Manager at Melnor Inc. in Winchester, Virginia, with a career spanning business, accounting, and information technology. He graduated from the College of William & Mary in 1986 with a BBA in Accounting and a...

Engineers from multiple companies share insights into entering and advancing in engineering fields. Middletown Campus, Corron Community Development Center and Virtual - https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/FWO_Bx91RMObcjEXWK4suQ#/registration  Meet the Engineers Kelly HenshawCity of Winchester, VADeputy Public Services Director and City Engineer Kelly Henshaw, PE, CFM, is the Deputy Public Services Director and City Engineer for the City of Winchester....

Middletown Campus, Science and Health Professions Building, Room 143 and Virtual- https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/gyNkOMS8Ry2CDItPFF13Xw#/registration Pursuing 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...

Wednesday, April 22 - Middletown Campus, Cornerstone Hall Back Patio or Room 402 Thursday, April 23 - Fauquier Campus, courtyard or Wolk Hall front entrance Stop by for free donuts and swag from James Madison University, George Mason University, Shenandoah University, , Virginia Teach and more. Attend for a chance to win prizes Sign-Up to...

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.

The BOND Club is open to all students and meets weekly on both campuses and online via Zoom!

The Investment Club meets weekly at the Middletown Campus in Cornerstone 311.

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.

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.

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.

The Art Club meets weekly on Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. in the art studio (Cornerstone 502).

Featuring: Pizza courtesy of Student Life 4-year university STEM representatives EMS Program & demonstration Police Department (Jay Roy) Laurel Ridge department displays Industry & nonprofit partners Student project showcase Passport Card door prize game

The PACE Club focuses on Professional Advancement & Career Exploration and will meet weekly at the Middletown Campus in Cornerstone 311.

***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.

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 6-7 p.m. Fauquier Campus, Barkman Family Conference Center...

Join Student Life and Student Government Association as we host Casino Night 2026! Enjoy Snacks, Play Games, and Win Prizes! Play Casino Games like Poker, BlackJack, and High/Low all with Special Rules to make it easier to WIN! Prize Options include LEGOs, Gift Cards, Movie Tickets, and SO MUCH MORE! The event is FREE and...

Join Students as they face off in an online Capture the Flag event! Chat with Tech Enthusiasts, Enjoy Refreshments, Review a Tech Talk with CACI, and WIN Prizes! Register Now! April 25 9am-3pm (Talk Tech from 10am-11am) in The Cyber Room, Fauquier, Wolk Hall RM 105 Hurry! Registration ends April 10!Register Here!