SVHEC's Campus Connect Club volunteered on Aug.23rd at the God's Pit Crew Mobile Blessing Bucket event. Our club members and volunteers helped prepare and load 1,000 blessing buckets. These five gallon buckets are filled with essential items and will be distributed in the U.S. and internationally to individuals in need due to natural disaster, tragedy or severe poverty.

The week of August 25th we welcomed new and returning students to campus with a series of activities including free popsicles, school spirit day, and a resource fair. Welcome Week is coordinated by the SVHEC Office of Learner Success & Engagement (OLSE). This office support's students along their educational journey. From enrollment to complete, OLSE is here for you.

The Healthcare Training Hub hosted a successful blood drive on August 20th.

SVHEC Executive Director Dr. Charlette Woolridge and SVHEC Board Chairman Mr. Jeff Davis joined Halifax County business leaders traveled to Danville, VA to meet with Senator Mark Warner and engage in a robust conversation on the challenges and opportunities surrounding rural childcare. Affordable, accessible childcare is one of the key initiatives of the Halifax County Community Strategic Plan, and we look forward to continuing these important conversations as our region works collaboratively to find long-term solutions.