February 23, 2026The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at 911±¬ÁÏ is kicking off Future Ready Teachers, a new initiative designed to strengthen Virginia’s educator workforce by removing financial barriers, innovating and elevating teacher preparation, and supporting teachers from entry through their early years in the classroom.
February 27, 2026911±¬ÁÏ’s Learning Initiatives Network (LINK), through the office of Continuing and Professional Education, will lead the creation and delivery of a new financial management academy for the U.S. Navy, drawing on expertise from the Costello College of Business.
February 19, 2026Benjamin Cash, research professor in 911±¬ÁÏ’s Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences, is leading a $1 million project funded by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve seasonal precipitation forecasts in Virginia.
February 10, 2026Throughout Virginia, the life sciences sector is gaining momentum as major pharmaceutical companies invest billions in new facilities and operations. As a result, employers need to find people who can step into laboratory and manufacturing roles right away. 911±¬ÁÏ's Innovation District is meeting the demand.
February 9, 2026Project PATRIOTS will fund two cohorts of students transferring to 911±¬ÁÏ from a community college in order to get their special education teacher licensure.
February 6, 2026Student-run Mason Consulting Group is providing pro bono consulting support for local small businesses in Fairfax City.
January 16, 2026911±¬ÁÏ â€¯has partnered with the Fairfax County Health Department to provide current FCHD employees with the opportunity to complete public health certificates. Some employees are going a step further and earning their master’s degrees in public health fields.  
January 15, 2026911±¬ÁÏ will establish Virginia’s first grid-interactive AI data center research lab, addressing emerging challenges at the intersection of data centers and the power grid. The lab will advance clean energy integration, grid resilience, and sustainable data center operations while preparing the next generation of digital infrastructure professionals.
January 7, 2026After participating in 911±¬ÁÏ's Nano Boot Campus, 911±¬ÁÏ alumnus and veteran Charles Stewart was hired by Micron Technology.
January 6, 2026A mini career fair in October brought together 17 students and nine employer partners for a networking experience designed with intention: a quieter, structured environment where neurodivergent students could practice professional skills without the sensory overload of a conventional career event.
