Alex Garner
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Article ItemCollaboration powers Virginia Tech’s solar energy expansion , article
The completion of four new solar array projects across the Blacksburg campus will create a more sustainable future.
Date: Dec 11, 2024 -
Article ItemVirginia Tech’s sustainability initiatives continue to grow , article
Recent sustainability accomplishments reflect Virginia Tech’s holistic commitment to creating a more sustainable future through strategic initiatives, innovative research, and collaborative efforts across the university.
Date: Nov 19, 2024 -
Article ItemCampus utilities support Virginia Tech’s long-term vision , article
Virginia Tech is nearing the completion of its long-term campus utilities planning, aiming to create a road map that aligns campus utility systems with the university's strategic vision and goals outlined in the Climate Action Commitment.
Date: Nov 19, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: James Timothy Allen, Division of Facilities , article
Allen worked at the Virginia Tech Power Plant for nearly 43 years until he retired.
Date: Oct 31, 2024 -
Article ItemCustodial Services and Housekeeping teams support campuswide operations , article
From addressing spills in between classes, keeping entrances free of debris and snow, and performing floor restoration overnight, the Custodial Services and Housekeeping teams are often the unseen heroes of all university operations.
Date: Oct 01, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Clifford 'Cliff' Eugene Orange, Division of Facilities , article
Orange, former university architect in the Division of Facilities, passed away on Aug. 24.
Date: Sep 03, 2024 -
Article ItemVirginia Tech earns gold STARS rating for universitywide sustainability efforts , article
This year, the Virginia Tech earned its highest score ever through universitywide collaboration focused on key sustainability initiatives.
Date: Sep 03, 2024 -
Article ItemVirginia Tech’s Undergraduate Science Laboratory Building advances scientific education , article
While now open, remaining cosmetic finishes will continue for several weeks into the fall semester. In close partnership with the building’s contractor, minor construction activities will occur inside and outside the facility during periods that accommodate teaching and learning schedules.
Date: Aug 25, 2024 -
Article ItemCompleted elevator towers, planned compliant pathways advance campus accessibility , article
Both projects will help provide accessible navigation through the North Academic District.
Date: Aug 23, 2024 -
Article ItemCustodial Services creates a more sustainable Virginia Tech , article
The Custodial Services team has incorporated environmentally responsible practices into the everyday items that Hokies reach for.
Date: Aug 05, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Ernest 'Ernie' Hamilton, Division of Facilities , article
Hamilton was a beloved member of the Custodial Services team.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 -
Article ItemReorganized Non-Capital Construction team continues to serve the Virginia Tech community , article
Starting this summer, the Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities' Renovations team will transition to the Non-Capital Construction team.
Date: Jun 07, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Jeffrey Pierre Trimble, Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities , article
Trimble, moving specialist in the Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities, passed away on April 21.
Date: Jun 04, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Genevia Fisher Dowdy, Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities , article
Dowdy, retired housekeeper, passed away on May 24.
Date: May 31, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Casey Reece, Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities , article
Casey James Reece, former plumber steamfitter in the Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities, passed away on May 13, 2024.
Date: May 31, 2024 -
Article ItemHolden Hall earns LEED Gold certification from U.S. Green Building Council , article
Holden Hall is the 24th Virginia Tech facility to become LEED certified and the ninth to earn LEED Gold certification.
Date: May 10, 2024 -
Article ItemUrban Forestry Program advances Virginia Tech’s Climate Action Commitment , article
Responsible for the care of Virginia Tech's urban forest is the Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities’ urban forestry team – four individuals with expertise in arboriculture and urban forestry who strive to cultivate a low-risk, sustainable, resilient, and attractive urban forest that current and future generations of Hokies can enjoy.
Date: Nov 06, 2023