NORFOLK, VA (July – August 2019) – Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) and the City of Norfolk, VA have teamed to offer a robust STEM education program throughout Norfolk’s nine-week Parks and Recreation summer camp. The program’s mission is to reach the 1,400 students who will be participating in summer youth programs, and to provide … Continue reading
The Norfolk State University community extends our condolences to the victims and families affected by Friday’s tragedy at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. We commend the first responders, public safety officials and volunteers who quickly came to the aid of citizens and saved lives. The NSU Counseling Center offers grief counseling services to all students … Continue reading
Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Cooper Alexander’s statement on the Virginia Beach tragedy. “Today’s heartbreaking tragedy has spread grief throughout the region. We have lost loved ones, family, friends, colleagues, and souls committed to excellence in public service, and there are many whose lives will be forever changed by this event. “In the moments to come as … Continue reading
NORFOLK, VA – (May 30, 2019) – Mark your calendars now for Friday- Sunday, June 7 – 9, 2019 as Downtown Norfolk, VA prepares for a truly spectacular EPIC WEEKEND. FROM THE STAGE TO THE SKY TO THE WATER Experience Norfolk (EXP NFK) from sun up to well after sundown throughout one explosive weekend filled … Continue reading
The 2019 Hurricane Season is Saturday, June 1–Saturday, November 30. Here are some tips to get prepared if the storm hits our area: In your office at Norfolk State: All NSU faculty and staff are responsible for protecting office equipment, i.e., computers, printers, televisions, video equipment, copiers, etc. within their offices and common areas. Raise … Continue reading
Abby, the 17-year-old Hartmann’s mountain zebra gave birth to a female foal on Monday, May 13, 2019. This is the fifth filly for Abby and fourth for father, eight-year-old, Zack. Zoo Keepers are looking for a name that starts with the letter “Z” after her dad who left the Virginia Zoo for breeding at another … Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) and the City of Norfolk a $30M Choice Neighborhoods Initiative (CNI) Grant for the Tidewater Gardens community in the St. Paul’s Area. The grant will provide the following support: More than 600 housing choice vouchers. One for every … Continue reading
Interactive dashboards use charts, maps, and graphs to display city data Three new data dashboards created by the Office of Budget and Strategic Planning provide at-a-glance information on Capital Improvement Projects, employee demographics, and revenues and expenditures. Each of these dashboards provides interactive maps or charts so that users may customize the view according to … Continue reading
On Friday, May 3, Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust released the following statement in response to the decision by the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors to approve a budget that freezes tuition and mandatory E&G fees for all undergraduate students. This decision follows action by state lawmakers to allocate an additional $52.5 … Continue reading
The Norfolk State University Board of Visitors held its final board meeting of the 2018-2019 academic year on Friday, May 3, and voted on several actions that included the University’s operating budget, tuition for 2019-20, a new faculty senate representative and the approval of candidates for promotion and tenure. The board voted to keep tuition … Continue reading
We currently have the highest number of measles cases in the U.S. since endemic measles was eliminated in 2000. Here’s what the NSU campus needs to know: Norfolk State University complies with Virginia Code 23-7.5, which requires all full-time students to provide documentation of health history and immunizations. Prior to enrollment, students are required to … Continue reading
Now in its ninth year, Norfolk Bike Month is a community celebration of biking and this year is the first year the City of Norfolk has 31 days of events. Throughout the month of May, cyclists of all ages and abilities are invited to a variety of rides and bike-related events in Norfolk. No bike? … Continue reading
Hurricane season begins in less than one month, June 1. Homeowners, renters and business owners should prepare now. Two hurricanes have struck in North Carolina in the past three years. Survivors of these storms learned first-hand about the dangers of flooding, heavy rainfall and storm surge. Take action now: Know your risk. Visit FEMA’s Flood … Continue reading
