The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
A Great Place, Doing Great Things, Because of Great People! ™
Located in Abingdon, Virginia, the Higher Education Center is a regional hub connecting education, industry, and workforce. Through partnerships with K–12, higher education, and local employers, we provide flexible access to learning and training opportunities. We also serve as a premier venue for conferences, meetings, and events across the region.
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Meetings & Events
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What’s Happening at the Center
Richard Leigh & Friends Concert Raises $58,000 for Student Scholarships
An evening with three Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees brought music and storytelling to the Grand Hall while investing in students pursuing higher education close to home. ABINGDON, Va. An evening of acclaimed songwriting and community generosity raised...
Community Wellness Day brings learning and connection to Abingdon
The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center welcomed community members on Monday, Oct. 5, for Community Wellness Day, a day focused on practical information, regional resources and meaningful connections. The event brought together the Healthy Aging Fair and...
Virginia Tech partnership at Higher Ed Center expands autism support across Southwest Virginia
Two Virginia Tech projects supported by the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center are increasing access to autism assessments and helping educators better support autistic students across the region. Through the Hybrid Autism Assessments in Rural Communities...
Registration Now Open for Fall K-5 STEM Academy
Young learners across Southwest Virginia will have another opportunity to explore, experiment and build through hands-on learning this fall. Registration is now open for the Fall 2026 K-5 STEM Academy at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center. The five-week...
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