About the Area
Roanoke is known as the “Capital of the Blue Ridge” and is supported by several major industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, technology, retail, and logistics.
Roanoke is the regional hub of Western Virginia and the largest metropolitan area in the Blue Ridge Mountains offering a variety of outdoor activities, historic sites, festivals, and shopping. Some highlights include the Roanoke Star, a 100-foot-high illuminated star at the top of Mill Mountain, Natural Bridge State Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Dixie Caverns.
The city serves as a central point for the Roanoke Valley region including Rocky Mount, Blacksburg, Martinsville, Lynchburg, and Bedford.
About the Campus
The Roanoke campus has been serving the educational and workforce needs throughout the region for over 30 years.
The campus is located near the Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport, I-581 and Route 11, providing convenient access throughout the Valley region.
Each program is structured to build capability through application using labs, simulations, and scenario-based assessments. They are also constantly updated with input from industry leaders and professors to ensure you are receiving instruction that reflects what you will encounter in the workforce.
