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From community to cash flow: Research explores why affordable housing’s social goals often take a back seat , articleAffordable housing promises more than just a roof over one’s head. But new research reveals a troubling pattern: While many providers of affordable housing pledge to uplift communities, financial pressures often sideline social priorities.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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New Provost’s Leadership Development Program teaches faculty to lead where they are , articleOnly a few of the 22 faculty members in the eight-month Leading in Place cohort, launched this fall, are serving in formal leadership roles. But the Faculty Affairs–designed program embraces the idea that everyone is a leader — and that it's wise to cultivate leadership skills no matter your position.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech researcher receives collaborative grant to improve cancer therapies , articleProfessor Padma Rajagopalan, industry partner Ramona Optics, and Wake Forest Medical School received a $2.4 million National Institute of Health Small Business Innovation Research grant to design 3D liver organoids using patient derived cells and new microscopy imaging technology.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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Community partnerships help Roanoke-based counselor education program bridge mental health care gaps , articleMaster’s degree students at the Virginia Tech Roanoke Center increase the region’s access to mental health services while also getting a “heavy dose of reality” through experiences with at-risk youth, underserved communities, and local schools.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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New admissions agreement offers grads a fast track to a nursing career to meet growing demand , articleThe university recently reached an agreement with The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., that expedites the educational process by guaranteeing admission to Virginia Tech alumni who meet specified criteria into its Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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Katie LaVallee to lead Animal Resources and Care Division , articleEffective Dec. 1, LaVallee is responsible for overseeing the care and use of animals used in research, testing, and teaching across Virginia Tech.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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Electrical and computer engineering earns high honors in U.S. News & World Report rankings , articleVirginia Tech's Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ranked at the No. 2 spot, highlighting Virginia Tech’s continued growth in research and reputation.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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Student applies global experience to a career protecting Virginia's marine resources , articleKylie Harris '24 has always had a passion for conserving the natural environment, but her intern experiences and a job fair at Virginia Tech helped her channel that passion into a career with the Virginia Marine Resources Commission.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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Greg Liu is in his element using chemistry to tackle the plastics problem , articleLiu, a professor in the Department of Chemistry, details how he converted plastic wrappers such as these into soaps and detergents in an article published by Nature Sustainability. The next step is to scale up his process and make it a continuous one, while, more importantly, making it cost effective.
Date: Nov 27, 2024 -
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NBA writer, Virginia Tech alum, shares career insights with students , articleJohn Schuhmann is the author of power rankings – among many other analyses – for NBA.com.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 -
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Gifts celebrate memory of beloved dog and purchase new equipment , articleMaryanne Pagonis has helped the veterinary college purchase a portable ultrasound and a shockwave unit.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech professor helps grow future of agriscience teachers , articleThe Stem-It Up2 program is designed to help middle and high school agriculture teachers address curriculum shortages in their fields.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 -
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Scholars come together at Virginia Tech to discuss causality and machine learning/AI technologies , articleCausality — the relationship between cause and effect — plays a crucial role in social science, business, and applied economics, shaping the path of advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 -
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Things to know for Saturday's game , articleIn the final contest of the 2024 season, the Hokies will welcome the Virginia Cavaliers to a full-capacity Lane Stadium in Blacksburg. The Hokies and Cavaliers will kick off on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. Get details on when to arrive, parking, and ticket information.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech students code the future of travel , articleReimagine the future of travel. Then, create it. This was the challenge posed to 154 Virginia Tech students at CodeFest, an event sponsored by the Pamplin College of Business and hosted by Marriott International, on Oct. 18-23.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 -
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Stephanie Byers named as director of alumni relations for College of Science , articleByers is strengthening a vibrant community where Virginia Tech College of Science graduates can support one another — across disciplines and through time.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Rebecca Persons , articleRebecca Persons DVM '20, a faculty member since 2020, finds joy in mentoring students and witnessing their growth, especially in clinical settings. She is passionate about palliative care, ensuring pets experience comfort and dignity in their final moments. Inspired by her mentor Jenny Marin, Rebecca also values self-care and wellness within the veterinary field. At home, she enjoys cooking adventurous meals and spending time with her husband and beloved pets.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 -
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Photos: International Education Week highlights a diverse community , articleStudents and faculty showcased the power of cross-cultural learning through vibrant performances, thought-provoking discussions, and interactive cultural exhibits that highlighted Virginia Tech’s commitment to fostering a diverse and interconnected academic community.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 -
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'Curious Conversations' podcast: Yan Chen talks about AI and peer instruction , articleChen talked about the use of artificial intelligence to enhance teaching and peer instruction in classrooms. He shared the platform he and colleagues have created to do this, called VizPI, that aims to provide instructors with insights and recommendations to create a more engaging and personalized learning environment for students.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 -
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In memoriam: Gary Wamsley, professor emeritus, School of Public and International Affairs , articleWamsley joined Virginia Tech in 1977, where he founded the school’s Center for Public Administration and Policy and served as its director.
Date: Nov 25, 2024
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