Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
Driving Economic Transformation
Dining Etiquette- learning the essentials of table manners and proper utensil usage. Presented by Yvette Bethel, Owner of All Forks Etiquette Consulting. Yvette’s Why! As a foster parent, I’ve had the privilege of caring for children from diverse backgrounds. I noticed a significant gap in their etiquette skills. Many of them had not been exposed to […]
Come learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, in an introductory class at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Canva can be used to design and create: Flyers Business Cards Presentations Social Media Graphics Logos Use Canva’s drag-and-drop feature and layouts to design, share, and print flyers, business cards, presentations, cover […]
Welcome to the world of Microsoft Excel. In this foundation course, we will make organizing data, completing basic calculations, creating charts and graphs, and other workplace functions simple with Microsoft Excel. If you have never worked with Excel, this course will open your eyes to the possibilities. With an understanding of basic formulas, spreadsheets can […]
These engaging virtual sessions are designed to explore internship best practices, from effective recruitment strategies to seamless implementation. Discover valuable resources to create, support, and enhance your internship programs every step of the way. Open to businesses, students, and other stakeholders. Register Today
Imani Winds is the 2024 GRAMMY® winner in the Classical Compendium category for Jeff Scott’s “Passion for Bach and Coltrane” released on their recently formed record label, Imani Winds Media. Celebrating over a quarter century of music making, the three time GRAMMY® nominated group has led both a revolution and evolution of the wind quintet […]
Come learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, in an introductory class at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Canva can be used to design and create: Flyers Business Cards Presentations Social Media Graphics Logos Use Canva’s drag-and-drop feature and layouts to design, share, and print flyers, business cards, presentations, cover […]
Deep Listening and Radical Vulnerability, Laugh and Play The connection between listening and mental wellbeing is profound. New York psychiatrist and co-founder of Narativ, Dr Paul Browde, stresses that the act of deep listening counters the isolation many of us experience. “In a world filled with noise – both literal and metaphorical – many people […]
You Are Invited! The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism is hosting a Business Appreciation Breakfast to celebrate our valued existing businesses and industries! Learn from Dr. Melissa Furman, Founder and President of Career Potential, on the skills and strategies to recognize and understand generational differences in employees' working habits. This event is sponsored […]
Welcome to the world of Microsoft Excel. In this foundation course, we will make organizing data, completing basic calculations, creating charts and graphs, and other workplace functions simple with Microsoft Excel. If you have never worked with Excel, this course will open your eyes to the possibilities. With an understanding of basic formulas, spreadsheets can […]
Learn the secrets to perfect smoked brisket, pork butt, ribs, and BBQ chicken in this flavor-packed class. We’ll also whip up German and country potato salads, homemade baked beans, and explore regional BBQ sauces like Kansas City and Carolina styles. Great for BBQ lovers ready to level up their cookout game! The cost for dinner is […]
These engaging virtual sessions are designed to explore internship best practices, from effective recruitment strategies to seamless implementation. Discover valuable resources to create, support, and enhance your internship programs every step of the way. Open to businesses, students, and other stakeholders. Register Today
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Come learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, in an introductory class at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Canva can be used to design and create: Flyers Business Cards Presentations Social Media Graphics Logos Use Canva’s drag-and-drop feature and layouts to design, share, and print flyers, business cards, presentations, cover […]
Learn more about how the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research contributes to economic transformation in Southern Virginia with a guided group tour! Engage in hands-on demonstrations while learning about our programs, facilities and impact.
These quick, 30-minute Monday sessions are designed to walk employers through the V-TOP Matching Funds Program—a funding opportunity that reimburses up to 50% of intern wages. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring, Money Mondays will answer your questions and help you make the most of this resource.
These quick, 30-minute Monday sessions are designed to walk employers through the V-TOP Matching Funds Program—a funding opportunity that reimburses up to 50% of intern wages. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring, Money Mondays will answer your questions and help you make the most of this resource.
Held every 2nd Wednesday, Talent Plug Sessions break down how to create and sustain impactful internships. Topics include types of work-based learning, characteristics of strong programs, and where to find support and funding. Perfect for employers at any stage of their internship journey.
Welcome to the world of Microsoft Excel. In this foundation course, we will make organizing data, completing basic calculations, creating charts and graphs, and other workplace functions simple with Microsoft Excel. If you have never worked with Excel, this course will open your eyes to the possibilities. With an understanding of basic formulas, spreadsheets can […]
These quick, 30-minute Monday sessions are designed to walk employers through the V-TOP Matching Funds Program—a funding opportunity that reimburses up to 50% of intern wages. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring, Money Mondays will answer your questions and help you make the most of this resource.
Learn more about how the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research contributes to economic transformation in Southern Virginia with a guided group tour! Engage in hands-on demonstrations while learning about our programs, facilities and impact.
These quick, 30-minute Monday sessions are designed to walk employers through the V-TOP Matching Funds Program—a funding opportunity that reimburses up to 50% of intern wages. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring, Money Mondays will answer your questions and help you make the most of this resource.
Come learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, in an introductory class at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Canva can be used to design and create: Flyers Business Cards Presentations Social Media Graphics Logos Use Canva’s drag-and-drop feature and layouts to design, share, and print flyers, business cards, presentations, cover […]
These quick, 30-minute Monday sessions are designed to walk employers through the V-TOP Matching Funds Program—a funding opportunity that reimburses up to 50% of intern wages. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring, Money Mondays will answer your questions and help you make the most of this resource.
Join us this July for the Empower Exchange, a dynamic networking and resource-sharing event designed to strengthen connections between employers, educators, and workforce partners across Southern Virginia. This interactive gathering will spotlight innovative internship efforts, provide actionable tools to expand work-based learning, and create space to collaborate on solutions to regional workforce challenges. Don’t miss […]
These quick, 30-minute Monday sessions are designed to walk employers through the V-TOP Matching Funds Program—a funding opportunity that reimburses up to 50% of intern wages. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring, Money Mondays will answer your questions and help you make the most of this resource.
Take a trip to St. Louis through our Taste of St. Louis cooking class, where we will learn how to create toasted ravioli, Gerber crostinis, a St. Louis-style pizza with a side salad, and finish with a gooey butter cake for dessert! Featuring a cocktail of Cardinal Cooler Vodka, cranberry juice, Sprite, and bitters (2 […]
The Virginia Chamber Foundation invites you to play a pivotal role in shaping the Commonwealth’s economic future by participating in the Blueprint Virginia 2035 Regional Tour. As a respected industry and community leader, your voice and expertise are essential to the development of Blueprint Virginia 2035. By registering for the Regional Tour, you will gain […]
Learn more about how the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research contributes to economic transformation in Southern Virginia with a guided group tour! Engage in hands-on demonstrations while learning about our programs, facilities and impact.
Held every 2nd Wednesday, Talent Plug Sessions break down how to create and sustain impactful internships. Topics include types of work-based learning, characteristics of strong programs, and where to find support and funding. Perfect for employers at any stage of their internship journey.
Want to help visitors explore all there is to see and do in SoSi? Register for the I Am Tourism: Ambassador Program! This program provides free training for those who would like to become champions for Danville and Pittsylvania County. Learn about exciting attractions, dining and shopping options, accommodations, and more to help create memorable […]
Indoor Ag-Con and the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Innovation Center — a joint project with Virginia Tech’s School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR), and the Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center — invite you to join us for our 4th annual edition. Designed to bring the […]
Held every 2nd Wednesday, Talent Plug Sessions break down how to create and sustain impactful internships. Topics include types of work-based learning, characteristics of strong programs, and where to find support and funding. Perfect for employers at any stage of their internship journey.
The Virginia Rural Health Association is one of four communities hosting an in-person event for Rural Assembly Everywhere, the virtual gathering of the Rural Assembly. Join us for a day of ideas, community, and fun as we watch the virtual Everywhere broadcast together and engage in our own, in-person conversations and activities. Lunch will be […]
Learn more about how the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research contributes to economic transformation in Southern Virginia with a guided group tour! Engage in hands-on demonstrations while learning about our programs, facilities and impact.
