Virginia College in Chattanooga will host a Back to School Event Saturday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m.-noon at the campus at 721 Eastgate Loop. The event is free and open to the public, as the community is invited to kick off the new school year with Virginia College.
The event will feature refreshments, lotion and lip gloss demonstrations, health screenings, games, a scavenger hunt, a culinary cook-off, a photo booth and campus tours. Attendees will be entered to win prizes such as Amazon gift cards and backpacks filled with school supplies.
The event is part of Virginia College parent company Education Corporation of America’s national Back to School Events being held at 64 other Virginia College, Brightwood College and Brightwood Career Institute locations throughout 17 states.
“As summer comes to a close, we wanted to invite the community to celebrate the new academic year and all the possibilities it holds,” says Campus President Dominick DeLorenzo. “We hope that everyone will join us for this event that promises fun for all ages! Our faculty and staff will also be available to discuss Virginia College and the programs our campus offers for those interested in going back to school."
The event will also allow attendees to explore the programs offered through Virginia College, including: Business Administration, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Pastry Arts and Pharmacy Technician programs.
For more information about Virginia College in Chattanooga, visit https://vc.edu/chattanooga.