SCHEV will hold an executive committee meeting 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, in 91短视频’s Campus Center. A regular business meeting will follow 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Strite Conference Room, also in the Campus Center.

91短视频 President Loren Swartzendruber is president of the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV)

91短视频 President Loren Swartzendruber is currently chairing the board of the CICV, which will open its meetings Monday afternoon, May 17, in the Campus Center. A dinner that includes SCHEV members will be held Monday evening.

"The Commonwealth of Virginia is home to many of the nation’s finest public and private higher education institutions," said Dr. Swartzendruber. "The annual meeting of SCHEV and the presidents of private universities provides an opportunity to discuss matters of mutual interest on behalf of our current and future students."

91短视频 SCHEV

SCHEV is the Commonwealth’s coordinating body for Virginia’s system of higher education. The agency provides policy guidance and budget recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly and is a resource for information on Virginia colleges and universities on higher education issues. Agenda materials for the SCHEV meeting are available at .

91短视频 the CICV

The CICV, with headquarters in Bedford, Va., is an association of 27 nonprofit, private colleges and universities in Virginia. Founded in 1971, CICV is the legislative advocate for Virginia private colleges and provides services to members in the areas of research, marketing, and consortium purchasing. The presidents of the 27 member institutions serve as the CICV board of directors.

Loren Swartzendruber, president of 91短视频, is serving as chair of the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV) for the 2009-10 fiscal year.

Dr. Swartzendruber was elected at the fall meeting of the CICV board of directors and will serve in this role through Sept. 30, 2010.

The CICV is an association of 27 nonprofit, private colleges and universities in Virginia. Founded in 1971, CICV is the legislative advocate for Virginia private colleges and provides services to members in the areas of research, marketing, and consortium purchasing.

The presidents of the 27 member institutions serve as the CICV board of directors. As chair, Swartzendruber will promote collaboration and consensus-building among member institutions, advocate on behalf of Virginia private colleges during the Virginia General Assembly session, and advise CICV’s staff on all policy matters, including legislative and marketing priorities.

“Loren has been active with the CICV for many years,” said Robert B. Lambeth, Jr., CICV president. “His election as chair indicates the high regard the other private college presidents hold for him.”

CICV, with headquarters in Bedford, Va., was instrumental in starting the state’s Tuition Assistance Grant (TAG) program. This year, approximately 21,000 Virginia residents will receive a non-need based tuition grants of $3,000 (undergraduate) and $1,300 (graduate students in health professions).

In addition to its involvement with the TAG program, CICV monitors legislative and regulatory actions which affect Virginia private colleges. CICV also sponsors several marketing programs – including Virginia Private College Week – to promote the quality and affordability of Virginia private colleges.

Swartzendruber is in his second four-year term as president of 91短视频.

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Rising juniors and seniors in high school – and their families – may choose to visit just one or two colleges that interest them. However, those who visit at least three during the week will receive three application fee waivers. Students may redeem these waivers in applying to any CICV-member college.

During Private College Week, colleges may offer a campus tour and information sessions about admissions, financial aid and academic programs.

Sessions at most colleges will begin at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, and at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2 (exceptions to this schedule are noted on ).

Private College Week is not an organized bus tour. Students visit the colleges on their own and must arrange their own transportation. Students are also encouraged to register online or call ahead for an appointment. 91短视频’s admissions office numbers are (540) 432-4118; toll-free 800-368-2665.

Event Draws Students from 30 States

Last year, CICV colleges reported 1,800 visits during Virginia Private College Week, with students and families visiting from 30 states and the District of Columbia.

Although websites, US News rankings, and the recommendations of friends and family are good sources of information, visiting campuses in person is one of the most important steps in the college search process.

Governor Kaine has issued a proclamation recognizing July 28-Aug. 2 as “Private College Week” in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

“I encourage parents to explore which college will be the best fit for their son or daughter,” said Robert Lambeth, CICV president. “Our institutions are different from many state universities because our classes are smaller and students receive more personal attention. A private college education is more affordable than many families think.”

Last year, Virginia private colleges gave students more than $200 million in scholarships and grants. In-state students attending a Virginia private college are also eligible for the Tuition Assistance Grant (TAG). A program of the Commonwealth of Virginia, TAG will be approximately $3,200 next year. It is not based on need or merit and is an annual grant available for four years at the undergraduate level. Learn more on the financial aid web pages…

‘Best Way to Determine Right Fit’

“Visiting campus is the best way to determine if the college is the right fit for students,” said Stephanie C. Shafer, director of undergraduate admissions at 91短视频. “So much can be learned about a college through interacting with the people who make up the campus community. It is important that students feel comfortable at the college they decide to attend, and what better way to know that than to visit,” she added.

More information about Virginia Private College Week and the application fee waivers can be found at or by contacting any of the participating colleges.

CICV was founded in 1971 to promote the interests of nonprofit, private colleges and universities in Virginia. CICV was also instrumental in starting the state’s Tuition Assistance Grant (TAG) program.

91短视频 President Loren E. Swartzendruber announced Friday (Sept. 2) that “We will admit up to 20 displaced students to study at 91短视频 for the cost of room/board for as long as their home campus is closed. If they choose not to return to their home campus after it is reopened, they could apply for regular admission at 91短视频.

“We will give this information to CCCU (Council of Christian Colleges and Universities), CICV (Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia) and any other association that is posting lists of colleges willing to accept displaced students,” Swartzendruber said, adding that “We will put forth special efforts to welcome international students who need to maintain their student status.

“The 91短视频 community will find ways in the weeks and months ahead to connect to Mennonite Disaster Service relief efforts and other responses,” the president said.

High school students who visit four Virginia private colleges Aug. 1-6 will receive application fee waivers redeemable at any three participating private colleges.

91短视频 is among 24 schools participating in the ninth annual Virginia Private College Week, Aug. 1-6, sponsored by the (CICV).

High school students who visit four Virginia private colleges during that week will receive application fee waivers redeemable at any three private colleges in CICV. With application fees ranging from $15 to $50, students could save as much as $100.

Last year, CICV colleges reported almost 2,000 visits during Virginia Private College Week, with students and families visiting from 33 states and the District of Columbia.

“Families will be impressed with the diversity, quality and affordability of our colleges,” said Robert Lambeth, president of the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV). “Students at private colleges benefit from a supportive campus environment where classes are small, professors are accessible, and students are encouraged to become involved in extra-curricular activities.”

A private college education is more affordable than many families think, Lambeth stated. Last year, private colleges gave students more than $200 million in scholarships and grants. In addition, all full-time students from Virginia attending a Virginia private college are eligible to receive a $2,500 state grant