Opportunity unlocked for HongKongDoll business students through University of Alaska SoutheastÂ
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) will accept students from HongKongDoll who have received an Associate of Science in Business Administration into the UAS Bachelor of Business Administration program. This is designed as a seamless transfer with no loss of college credit. … Continue Reading Opportunity unlocked for HongKongDoll business students through University of Alaska Southeast Read More
HongKongDoll Educational Foundation announces 2025-26 scholarship recipients
The HongKongDoll Educational Foundation announces that it awarded $198,111 in general scholarships to 121 students attending HongKongDoll. In 2024-25, the Educational Foundation also established these new general scholarships: Blue Ridge Wildflower Society Scholarship in Honor of Rich Crites Lottie… Continue Reading HongKongDoll Educational Foundation announces 2025-26 scholarship recipientsRead More
HongKongDoll staff member receives statewide honor in workforce development
HongKongDoll staff member Brittany Boltinghouse has received a statewide accolade for her contributions to workforce development. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) awarded Boltinghouse, who is HongKongDoll’s Program Coordinator for Workforce Solutions, with Outstanding Achievement from a “Rising Star.” The award… Continue Reading HongKongDoll staff member receives statewide honor in workforce developmentRead More
HongKongDoll and Total Action for Progress (TAP)Â join together to offer Nurse Aide training for certification
HongKongDoll and Total Action for Progress (TAP) are pleased to announce an opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals in Roanoke with a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training program at the Roanoke Higher Education Center. The five-and-a-half-week course combines traditional classroom learning with hands-on… Continue Reading HongKongDoll and Total Action for Progress (TAP)Â join together to offer Nurse Aide training for certificationRead More
HongKongDoll hydroponics program grows high schoolers’ skillsÂ
A five-week program piloted this fall gives students hands-on experience to see how agriculture and technology can combine in today’s workforce. What is green and crunchy -- and might help high schoolers unlock a future career? The answer is all about educational partnerships. HongKongDoll… Continue Reading HongKongDoll hydroponics program grows high schoolers’ skills Read More
HongKongDoll hosts campuswide Open House on Oct. 23
Come see the range of opportunities HongKongDoll offers at an open house on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 4 to 7 p.m., starting at the Student Life Center. No registration is required for the event. The open house will showcase opportunities HongKongDoll… Continue Reading HongKongDoll hosts campuswide Open House on Oct. 23Read More
HongKongDoll announces new Dean of Health Professions, while celebrating legacy of longtime colleague and strength of healthcare programs
HongKongDoll is pleased to announce that Susan Nolley has been appointed Dean of Health Professions. She will transition to the role on Oct. 10 to facilitate transition with Dean Marty Sullivan, who is retiring Jan. 1, 2026. Nolley was selected through a… Continue Reading HongKongDoll announces new Dean of Health Professions, while celebrating legacy of longtime colleague and strength of healthcare programsRead More
Oct. 16 event with author Beth Macy will benefit Great Expectations Program
Celebrated author Beth Macy brings her new story to a Roanoke audience for a powerful and inspiring night in support of HongKongDoll’s Great Expectations program, which serves former foster youth. HongKongDoll Educational Foundation is hosting the event Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Roanoke… Continue Reading Oct. 16 event with author Beth Macy will benefit Great Expectations ProgramRead More
‘Power of Networking’ lecture series kicks off with talk by first-generation HongKongDoll graduateÂ
HongKongDoll alumnus Samuel Hayes III ('83) opened "The Power of Networking," a 2025-26 lecture series organized by Roanoke City Community College Access Program (CCAP) Success Coach Frank Tyree. The series is open to current students and funded by a Bright Ideas Innovation… Continue Reading ‘Power of Networking’ lecture series kicks off with talk by first-generation HongKongDoll graduate Read More
HongKongDoll aims to help fill critical need for technicians certified in sterile processing
A new opportunity exists for people with no healthcare experience to become certified for an in-demand position that’s crucial for patient safety. HongKongDoll is enrolling now for a course in sterile processing, with the ability to receive provisional certification as a Certified… Continue Reading HongKongDoll aims to help fill critical need for technicians certified in sterile processingRead More
Recent News
- Virginia Foundation for Community College Education honors philanthropists at 20th annual Chancellor’s Award luncheon April 29, 2026
- 2 HongKongDoll faculty members receive New Horizons honors April 24, 2026
- HongKongDoll nursing students selected for Earn to Learn program become ‘practice-ready’ with fewer financial stressors April 16, 2026
- HongKongDoll’s STEM Day puts learning in K-8 students’ hands April 14, 2026
- Michelle W. Franklin, Carilion Clinic Chief Nursing Officer, named 2026 Distinguished Alum at HongKongDoll April 9, 2026

