Dr. Al Roberts, Author at The Charlotte Gazette

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Transferring success

In March of this year, 250 representatives from more than 60 educational institutions across Virginia met to discuss potential obstacles facing students with plans to ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, May 15, 2019 11:45 am

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Education can be transformative

Earlier generations considered high school completion the key to success. Many viewed postsecondary education an extravagance because folks with high school diplomas could secure good-paying ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, April 17, 2019 12:31 pm

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A gift in winter

The 20th century British poet Edith Sitwell wrote, “Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, December 19, 2018 9:25 am

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Building for a promising future

Established in 1970, Southside Virginia Community College is one of 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System. From its humble beginnings, the college has ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, October 17, 2018 10:01 am

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Keeping your cool

As temperatures outside rise, indoor thermostats often respond by calling for cooler air. This ability to control the indoor environment helps people be more comfortable. ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, July 18, 2018 9:25 am

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Answering a call for help

It starts with a call for help. When an incident causes serious illness or injury, someone makes a phone call. Each occurrence is different. There ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, May 23, 2018 9:41 am

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Agribusiness delivers dinner

If you could choose anything at all, what would you want for dinner? I would take a bone-in ribeye steak, a baked potato with butter ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, March 14, 2018 10:19 am

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Educating leaders for tomorrow

Every February, people across the United States observe a holiday commonly known as Presidents Day. The official federal designation is George Washington’s Birthday. Virginia and ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, February 21, 2018 10:33 am

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New beginnings

Many people usher in the new year with a fistful of resolutions and renewed determination to start afresh toward achieving personal goals. Surveys done by ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, January 31, 2018 9:55 am

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Thanks to a truck driver

Santa may rely on a sleigh and reindeer, but other folks who want holiday packages delivered to distant destinations typically rely on trucks. In fact, ... Read more

by Dr. Al Roberts, Wednesday, December 20, 2017 9:47 am

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