VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Mar. 22, 2024) - Centura College is proud to announce the recipients of the John Anthony Carbone Jr. Memorial Scholarship, awarded to deserving students from its Chesapeake and Norfolk campuses. Tiffany Montejo, Maya Hightower, Chandanai Turner, and Jacqueline from the Chesapeake campus; and Alejandra Damas, Amanda Morales, Nyc Bibs, and Tiffany Clark from the Norfolk campus were awarded this scholarship. A ceremony and reception, attended by the Carbone family, ... Read more
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Local Family Establishes “John Anthony Carbone Jr. Memorial Scholarship” for Centura College Students
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Jan. 5, 2023) - Centura College is pleased to announce receipt of a generous donation from the Carbone Family, in the form of a scholarship fund in the amount of $10,500 to be awarded to students at the Chesapeake and Norfolk campuses of Centura College. Per the donor’s guidelines, students must be a Hampton Roads resident enrolled in, or pursuing enrollment in, a medical program at Centura College. Additionally, students must be a full-time student or demonstrate ... Read more
Centura College’s Norfolk Campus Gets a Facelift
NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 1, 2023) - Centura College is pleased to announce the completion of a renovation project to the exterior of its Norfolk campus. Centura College has operated in the same facility since 1998, and the improvements have transformed the campus into a more welcoming environment with updated curb appeal. As part of the renovation, the building has been repainted using a vibrant blue color scheme that harmonizes with Centura’s brand colors. Additionally, obstructive trees ... Read more
Centura College Hosts Girls Lead Offshore Wind (GLOW)
NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 9, 2023) - Centura College’s Norfolk campus recently welcomed sixty-four students from the Girls Lead Offshore Wind (GLOW) program, along with staff from the Hampton Roads Workforce Council, for a tour of Centura College's Wind Turbine Program and hands-on activities highlighting the importance of renewable energy. Highlights of the visit included a demonstration of a climbing tower rescue and the chance for students to interact with and learn from Women in Wind, who ... Read more
Hampton High School Students Practice Skilled Trades at Centura College’s “Try-A-Trade” Program
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 12, 2023) - Yesterday, twenty-five high school juniors and seniors from Hampton City Public Schools participated in the "Try-A-Trade" program at Centura College’s Newport News campus. The program provided hands-on experiences and emphasized the significance of trades in today's workforce and highlighted the potential for success in these fields. "Try-A-Trade" consisted of three rotating stations focusing on essential life skills. The stations covered topics in Heating, ... Read more
Centura College Students Create Holiday Silhouettes for Nauticus’ WinterFest
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 26, 2023) – A representative from Nauticus stopped by Centura College’s Norfolk campus last week to see students in action as they prepare holiday silhouettes for WinterFest on the Wisconsin. Along with sister school, Tidewater Tech, Centura College is proud to continue their partnership with Nauticus for the third consecutive year. WinterFest, held annually at Nauticus on the USS Wisconsin, boasts over a million lights, and a variety of entertainment and treats. Students ... Read more
Centura College’s Chesapeake Campus Breaks Ground on New Entrance
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (June 22, 2022) - Centura College’s Chesapeake Campus has broken ground on a new front entrance on Greenbrier Parkway. This new entrance will provide easier access for students and faculty, as well as provide greater visibility for the campus. Celebrating the college’s new address was Chesapeake Mayor, Dr. Rick West, Norfolk Mayor and Chancellor of Centura College, Dr. Kenneth Alexander, Civil Engineer Hollis Ellis of Providence Partnership LLC, Architect Wendell Green of WTG ... Read more
Centura College Receives $100,000 Sentara Scholars Grant from Sentara Healthcare
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (April 4, 2023) – Centura College celebrated receipt of a $100,000 Sentara Scholars grant with a check presentation this morning at their Chesapeake campus. Centura College is one of 19 schools who received a grant from Sentara Healthcare’s Sentara Scholars program, which aids in the development of the next generation of healthcare workers. This grant will help students in various medical programs across Hampton Roads pursue an education. Sentara Healthcare is investing more ... Read more