The Chemical Engeering students at VCU have launched a “company” called ChemEngine. The chemical engineering students at VCU work cooperatively, with advice from faculty advisors, to provide multiple services of broad interest to the chemical industry and related technologies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Have you been thinking of setting up your own business but don’t know where to begin? If so, join other entrepreneurs in attending a one-day conference designed to improve your chances of succeeding as a small business owner.

Virginia’s A.L. Philpott Manufacturing Extension Partnership (VPMEP) is a state organization that fosters economic growth by enhancing the competitiveness of Virginia’s manufacturers. Four seminars will be held in the Richmond area during the May-June time period.

John Tyler Community College will open a permanent Midlothian campus located at 601 Charter Colony Parkway. The 126-acre campus will house three buildings with grand opening events slated for Sept. 28 through Oct. 3. The official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony will occur on Founders Day, Oct. 3, 2000.

Chesterfield County Public Schools want to know how the skills of our
graduates are meeting employers’ needs. For the second time in as many
years, the Superintendent will be inviting Chesterfield employers to give
their perceptions of the preparedness of Chesterfield’s recent grads in a
short telephone survey.