As we approach the end of the academic year and look forward to the upcoming holidays, let’s commit to ensuring that Vista students are well-prepared for spring registration. This way, they can enjoy their break without the added stress of late registration. Each of us plays a vital role in supporting our students’ success. By
On the heels of Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, established by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, Northwest Vista College is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with memorable events and programs. Defined in Title V of the Higher Education Act, Hispanic-Serving Institutions like Vista have a full-time equivalent undergraduate enrollment made up of at least 25% Hispanic
I am thrilled with excitement as we embark on a new academic year at Vista! The energy on campus this past week has been incredible, and I am confident that this will be a remarkable year. Your dedication and hard work are the foundation upon which our students’ success is built. During Vista’s All College
Northwest Vista College is well on its way to meeting the Smart growth enrollment target of 21,068 students this fall. Earlier this year, the Strategy and Planning Team (SPT) reviewed our trend data from previous years, including last fall’s enrollment of 18,808 students, and projected an enrollment growth of 12%. This spring semester, the SPT
Northwest Vista College has recently received approval for level change with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). This means Vista is now approved to offer bachelor degrees, in addition to offering associate degrees and certificates. In 2017, the 85th Legislature in Texas passed Texas Senate Bill 2118 that made it
What a great week we recently had with many student and employee celebrations! As I mentioned during Friday’s All College Meeting and our Great Places to Work Celebration, I believe that May is the best month of the year for a college president. This is my first year as a college president and I have
Enrollment and Registration One of the best parts of being at Vista is the opportunity to talk with our brilliant students. Some are looking forward to completing their degree or certificate and are filled with excitement, looking forward to graduation and future possibilities. For most of our students, however, the end of the academic term
I am pleased to share with you the exciting news that Northwest Vista College has renewed our affiliation with Excelencia in Education, reinforcing our dedication to serving Hispanic students. As part of this commitment, I will continue to be an active member of the Presidents for Latino Student Success network, joining 189 college presidents from
In the previous issue of La reVista, I wrote about Northwest Vista College investing $1 million in new full-time faculty positions which we announced during Spring Convocation. During that gathering, we also announced $1 million investment in the student experience on campus. Both of these plans are part of NVC’s 2024-2026 Strategic Plan which focuses
During the Spring Convocation in January, we announced the investment of $1 million in new full-time faculty positions. This expansion in our faculty allows Northwest Vista College to hire 12 new full-time faculty for fall 2024, with six each in core classes and an additional six in workforce programs. We used a data-informed process to
Our spring semester is off to a great start with Northwest Vista College faculty and staff coming together with donations of winter clothing and other essentials for the NVC Student Advocacy & Resource Center. In less than an hour, right before the start of the Spring Convocation, Vista employees filled five large boxes with winter
It’s so hard for me to believe that my first semester at Vista is coming to a close – and what a semester it’s been! Thank you to each and every one of you who have made me and every one of our students feel welcome, supported, and successful on this beautiful campus. I hope
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