Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center

The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center (Higher Ed) was established in 1991 to strengthen the economy of southwest Virginia through education and training of the current and future workforce. Through a unique partnership with ten colleges and universities, the Higher Ed provides undergraduate and graduate degree programs and professional development courses primarily for adult learners. The Higher Ed promotes regional economic development through its conference facility, business support services, and technology applications. The Higher Education Center opened in January 1998. The Higher Education Center’s conference facility offers a 13,000 square foot Grand Hall with a 1,500-person capacity; a tiered executive auditorium that will seat 110 people; a U-shaped classroom with the capacity for 61 people; and 25 additional classrooms.