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Virginia Tech’s sustainability efforts earn global recognition , articleTimes Higher Education released its 2023 Impact rankings for sustainability and Virginia Tech again earned a top-100 global ranking. The university's emphasis on eliminating hunger and food waste, sustainability research, and policies and procedures to help it become carbon neutral by 2030 all played a part in the strong showing
Date: Jun 01, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech to honor more than 7,000 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies , articleVirginia Tech will hold in-person commencement ceremonies at Lane Stadium starting Wednesday and running through Sunday, and more than 7,000 students will be graduating, including nearly 4,000 with honors.
Date: May 05, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech and Special Olympics create a winning combination , articleVirginia Tech and Special Olympics have teamed to provide memorable experiences for more than three decades. In February, Virginia Tech became the first university in the state to earn national banner recognition from Special Olympics for its efforts to provide inclusive sports for those with and without disabilities
Date: May 05, 2023 -
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Information privacy panel discussion promotes research, safety measures , articleAn information privacy panel discussion was co-hosted Virginia Tech President Tim Sands and France Bélanger, University Distinguished Professor in the Pamplin College of Business, that focused on the university's research on information privacy and the importance of an individual knowing safeguards and how to use them
Date: Apr 27, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech graduate programs rated among the best nationally , articleU.S. News & World Report released its 2023 Best Graduate Schools and both the Pamplin College of Business’ Evening MBA program and several programs within the College of Engineering received top marks.
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Virginia Tech to host event on information privacy , articleA panel discussion on digital privacy, co-hosted by President Tim Sands and University Distinguished Professor France Bélanger, takes place April 27 and is open to students, faculty, and staff. It will examine the importance of privacy measures and features a faculty discussion on the privacy marketplace, social media privacy, and popular technologies used by students.
Date: Apr 21, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech alumnus mentoring today’s military leaders , articleRetired Col. Tom Roberts Jr. ’62 has dedicated his life to service, including serving 34 years in the Army; establishing the criminal justice program at Augusta Technical College in Augusta, Georgia; and working as a U.S. Marshal in the U.S. Marshal Service for two presidential terms before returning to the Army at the age of 70 as an international political officer and serving a tour in Iraq with the 3rd Infantry Division.
Date: Apr 18, 2023 -
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Education at Virginia Tech a family affair for the Raceks , articleFour of the six members of this family currently are pursuing degrees at Virginia Tech. That mom, an employee of the university, is working on a master’s degree makes this story even more unique.
Date: Apr 12, 2023 -
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Former Virginia Tech and NFL standout seeking to become big hitter in different sport , articleJames Anderson first played football for the Hokies and later played a decade in the NFL. Now he is continuing his athletics pursuits in the world of golf as a long drive competitor.
Date: Mar 31, 2023 -
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Botswana president committed to conservation and sustainability , articleMokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi visited the Virginia Tech Blacksburg campus Tuesday. In meetings with university leadership and in a discussion in front of a packed ballroom, the mutually beneficial collaboration between Botswana and Virginia Tech was highlighted.
Date: Mar 21, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech alumnus puts best foot forward in walk across Italy , articleFormer Virginia Tech men's tennis player Sebastien Jacques once walked across the U.S. to celebrate his recovery from brain surgery. The Pamplin College of Business graduate recently completed another journey, walking through Italy from the northern border to the southern coast to raise money for charity and to inspire people going through difficult times
Date: Feb 28, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech alumna takes love and hope to native Ukraine , articleOperation Christmas Child always has been important to Elizabeth Henry Groff ’17, who spent much of her childhood in an orphanage in Ukraine before being adopted by a Williamsburg, Virginia, couple when she was 13. She recently returned to the war-torn country with Samaritan’s Purse staff to hand out Operation Christmas Child’s 200 millionth shoebox.
Date: Feb 24, 2023 -
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Importance of athletic training remains in the spotlight , articleWorking as an athletic trainer can be a thankless job at times, but the collapse of NFL standout Damar Hamlin brought attention to the importance of their work. At Virginia Tech, athletic trainers must know and oversee everything health-related for student-athletes, and they are teaming with the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise to prepare students for a profession facing a labor shortage
Date: Feb 06, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech women’s basketball player out for blood , articleVirginia Tech women's basketball player Ashley Owusu needed blood transfusions to overcome a serious illness last spring, and now the Woodbridge, Virginia, native is using her platform as a college athlete to encourage others to donate blood to the American Red Cross.
Date: Jan 25, 2023 -
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Tim Sands unveils aspirations for Virginia Tech in 2023 State of the University address , articleAs part of his seventh State of the University address, Virginia Tech's president highlighted accomplishments from the university's Sesquicentennial celebration and discussed his vision for the years ahead.
Date: Jan 18, 2023 -
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Trevor Cone teeing it up against the best on PGA Tour , articlePersistence and hard work have paid off for Cone, a Virginia Tech alumnus, former ACC champion, and All-American in men’s golf. He earned his card to golf’s biggest stage this past August, made his PGA debut this fall, and teed off the spring portion of the PGA schedule this past weekend in Honolulu.
Date: Jan 17, 2023 -
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Bringing blessings in a shoebox , articleVirginia Tech alumna Elizabeth Henry Groff has received widespread praise for her work with Operation Christmas Child and is now a national spokesperson for the initiative. In mid-January, she is scheduled to hand out the initiative’s 200 millionth shoebox in her native Ukraine, where she spent much of her childhood in an orphanage.
Date: Dec 21, 2022 -
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Fall rankings spotlight Virginia Tech’s emphasis on research , articleSeveral organizations that rank higher education institutions listed Virginia Tech among the top universities in the nation and the world in the areas of research, sustainability, and international faculty. Three of Virginia Tech’s subject areas ranked in the top 100 globally — electrical and electronic engineering, water resources, and general engineering — according to U.S. News & World Report.
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Virginia Tech to honor nearly 3,000 at fall commencement , articleVirginia Tech’s fall commencement ceremonies are Dec. 16 in Cassell Coliseum. The University Commencement ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. The Graduate School ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m. Both events will be available via livestream video from the university homepage for those unable to attend in person.
Date: Dec 08, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech alumnus promotes North Carolina trail from mountains to sea , articleBrent Laurenz, a 2002 graduate, found a passion for hiking while at Virginia Tech. He now serves as the executive director of Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and preserving the nearly 1,200-mile trail.
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Wildlife Viewing Club spotlights future career opportunities for local elementary school students , articleGraduate students from the College of Natural Resources and Environment are preparing the next generation of conservationists by teaching local elementary students about wildlife and engaging them in hands-on learning experiences.
Date: Dec 02, 2022 -
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Lauren Augustine joins Office of Government and Community Relations , articleAugustine, a 2009 graduate of Virginia Tech, will be serving as a connection point for Northern Virginia elected officials and community leaders to engage with the university, including on issues related to the Innovation Campus, the National Security Institute, and other Virginia Tech initiatives and priorities in the greater Washington, D.C., metro area in her new role
Date: Nov 23, 2022 -
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'Ut Prosim': More than a motto at Virginia Tech , articleAs Virginia Tech celebrates its sesquicentennial, its motto remains at its core, fully embraced by students, employees, and alumni as a timeless ideal of helping fellow humans and bettering the communities in which they live.
Date: Nov 16, 2022 -
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Career change leads to fun times making wine for alumni couple , articleZak and Shawna Miller were putting their forestry degrees to use when they took a trip to Napa Valley that changed their lives. They fell in love with the winemaking process. Today, they own their own brand of wine, and Shawna has been recognized nationally as one of the top influential female winemakers.
Date: Nov 16, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech researchers will investigate how bird feeding influences humans and birds , articleAshley Dayer of the College of Natural Resources and Environment and Dana Hawley of the College of Science are leading a multifaceted project funded by the National Science Foundation to study the effects of bird feeding.
Date: Nov 15, 2022 -
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Doctoral student takes a new approach to research with autistic communities , articleJim Tillett, a marriage and family therapy doctoral student in Virginia Tech's Department of Human Development and Family Science, plans to de-pathologize how autistic individuals participate in their relationships in the context of therapy.
Date: Nov 07, 2022 -
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Examining COVID’s impact on home-court advantages , articleJadrian Wooten, a collegiate associate professor in the Department of Economics, and two colleagues conducted research to determine whether fan restrictions during the 2020-21 basketball season impacted traditional home-court advantages often enjoyed by teams playing in home venues. Their research told them that fans matter when it comes to winning and losing.
Date: Nov 03, 2022 -
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Two presidents share thoughts on higher education , articleVirginia Tech President Tim Sands and Washington State University President Kirk Schulz, a Virginia Tech alumnus, recently discussed a wide array of topics related to higher education, including their beliefs in the land-grant mission, the importance of research collaborations with other institutions in their respective states, and how they are still evolving as leaders in a post-pandemic world.
Date: Oct 25, 2022 -
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Latest ranking gives Virginia Tech increased marks in teaching and international outlook , articleIn the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Ranking released Wednesday, the university’s teaching reputation, surge in international students and staff, and increase in the number of doctoral degrees awarded led to high marks in the pillars of teaching and international outlook.
Date: Oct 12, 2022 -
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Alumni pitch in , articleThis past April, two Virginia Tech alumni led the efforts in the construction of a new, international-level soccer pitch at the Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind, which hopes to use it to create opportunities on a national scale.
Date: Sep 29, 2022 -
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Sexual Violence Culture and Climate Work Group putting plans into action , articleThe Sexual Violence Culture and Climate work group recently launched a webpage filled with easy-to-read resources, reconfigured an email alert, and enhanced training efforts. The group also has been devising additional plans to create a safe, stable campus environment.
Date: Sep 25, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech receives several top-30 rankings in latest report , articleVirginia Tech received several top-30 rankings in the U.S. News & World Report 2022-23 Best Colleges report that came out Monday. The university was ranked as one of the top 25 public school universities nationally and received high marks in the areas of engineering, learning communities, and computer science.
Date: Sep 12, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech’s efforts to help service members and veterans lead to national acclaim , articleVirginia Tech and Operation Hat Trick offered a line of co-branded merchandise, and the proceeds not only helped support student scholarships and other student initiatives, but also an additional portion of the sales supported wounded service members and veterans through Richmond Fisher House. This facility serves as a home away from home for the families of veterans receiving care at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Date: Sep 09, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech wrestler’s mission extends beyond the mat , articleVirginia Tech wrestler Mekhi Lewis believes in the mission of the Center for Great Expectations, which helps those who long-term treatment for substance abuse or mental health disorders in his home county in New Jersey. Earlier this summer, he contributed a portion of his proceeds from an apparel contract to help the center with its efforts.
Date: Sep 06, 2022 -
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Skill with Rubik’s Cubes leads to career switch for Virginia Tech alumnus , articleSimon Shi graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in computer science and began his professional career as a software engineer for General Motors. But a combination of creativity, intelligence, and athleticism led to Shi making a career change, and he now makes a living as a social media influencer and a professional triathlete
Date: Aug 26, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech wins three 2022 Circle of Excellence Awards , articleThe Council for Advancement and Support of Education named its 2022 Circle of Excellence Award winners earlier this summer, and Virginia Tech won awards in the areas of alumni relations initiatives, communications, and fundraising.
Date: Aug 16, 2022 -
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Alumni lead the way in Colorado’s conservation efforts , articleCarmen Farmer and John Peters have dedicated their careers to protecting land, water, and wildlife from commercial and residential development. They currently work for a nonprofit organization in Colorado that has placed more than 650,000 acres into easements, ensuring that the land will be protected in perpetuity.
Date: Aug 03, 2022 -
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Tyrod Taylor finds a passion fighting food insecurity , articleTaylor, a Virginia Tech alumnus and former Hokie quarterback, is excited about being with the New York Giants, where he plans on competing for a starting job while also using his platform as an NFL player in the nation's biggest city to bring attention to food insecurity.
Date: Jul 26, 2022 -
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Protecting skin the fashionable way , articleWhile working toward her degree at Virginia Tech, Erica Sullivan Feggeler used her mom’s melanoma diagnosis and her own scare as motivation to start a sun-protective clothing line. She built a team of students from multiple colleges and entered a contest put on by the Apex Center for Entrepreneurs. Her idea won for the fan favorite category.
Date: Jul 22, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech alumnus enjoys successful gig on 'American Idol' , articleDaniel Griffith ’20 went by the stage name Dan Marshall on the latest season of "American Idol." A series of strong vocal performances on America’s popular singing competition has the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences graduate contemplating switching careers and pursuing a career in music.
Date: Jun 13, 2022 -
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Top global rankings show Virginia Tech’s research strength , articleAs part of the QS World University Rankings 2023 that came out Wednesday, Virginia Tech received top marks in the International Research Network and International Faculty indicators. The university's overall comprehensive ranking placed it among the top 26 percent in the world.
Date: Jun 08, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech alumni fuel a burning desire to fight wildfires , articleSeveral Virginia Tech alumni from the College of Natural Resources and Environment are dedicating their knowledge and skills to tackling one of the hottest issues in the nation: limiting and managing the often harmful effects of wildfires.
Date: May 18, 2022 -
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Escape room experience offers learning opportunity for Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine students , articleA group of faculty members and students participated in an escape room experience that required the competitors to use logic, deduce clues, follow instincts, collaborate, observe, and think outside the box. These are skills that students will need to become great physicians while also dealing with patients' psychological stress resulting from poverty.
Date: May 16, 2022 -
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Chelsea Cleary named Virginia Tech's first sexual assault prevention specialist , articleCleary, who brings outside expertise on matters related to sexual violence to the university, is another important part of the university’s efforts to address sexual violence within the campus community.
Date: May 11, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech to honor 2022 graduates during weeklong commencement ceremonies , articleVirginia Tech will hold in-person commencement ceremonies at Lane Stadium starting Wednesday and running through the following Sunday. The university plans to celebrate the more than 6,300 graduating seniors and graduate school students along with their families.
Date: May 06, 2022 -
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Anna Buhle, Jamal Ross selected to represent students on Virginia Tech Board of Visitors , articleTheir strong academic backgrounds, leadership skills, and experiences beyond the classroom make them ideal fits on the board, where they will serve during the 2022-23 academic year.
Date: May 03, 2022 -
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Top global rankings highlight Virginia Tech’s commitment to sustainability , articleVirginia Tech’s commitment to sustainability led to the university receiving a top-100 global ranking, according to the 2022 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings released recently. The university ranked in the top 100 overall out of more than 1,400 worldwide institutions because of its efforts related to food waste, climate action, clean water, and more.
Date: May 02, 2022 -
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University celebrates opening of facility for The Market of Virginia Tech , articleVirginia Tech held a ceremonial opening of The Market of Virginia Tech, a food access program for qualified students suffering from food insecurity, on Saturday. The program launched thanks to a gift from alumni couple Mehul and Hema Sanghani, and hundreds of other donations have aided the program's efforts, including one from former Virginia Tech and current New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor.
Date: Apr 18, 2022 -
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Researchers study the connection between dance and autism , articleJulia Basso and Rachel Rugh embarked on a research project to test a hypothesis that dance stimulates the social elements of the brain, and thus individuals with autism spectrum disorder may feel more connected at both the physical and psychological levels.
Date: Apr 06, 2022 -
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Linsey Marr participates in White House virtual conversation on indoor air quality , articleAt the event related to COVID-19 and indoor air quality, Marr touted ventilation and filtration as two proven tools that reduce the spread of airborne viruses and other harmful aerosols indoors.
Date: Mar 31, 2022 -
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Student voice plays role in Sexual Violence Culture and Climate Work Group , articleThe Sexual Violence Culture and Climate Work Group, established in November by President Tim Sands to look at ways to address sexual violence within the campus community, has enlisted student volunteers to get their perspectives and to help with their work. The group also has revamped communications efforts, with plans for a new web page and a new email alert, and started the framework for a cultural transformation at Virginia Tech.
Date: Mar 24, 2022 -
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Kitley centered on more than basketball , articleVirginia Tech women’s basketball standout Elizabeth Kitley had a dominant season on the court, where she earned ACC Player of the Year honors and stands as one of the best players in the nation. Few people know her off the court, but they should, as she shares a special bond with half-sister Raven, who is autistic.
Date: Mar 15, 2022 -
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General Assembly recognizes Virginia Tech’s 150th anniversary , articleVirginia lawmakers passed a written resolution stating the commonwealth’s admiration for the university’s rich and impactful history over the past 150 years.
Date: Mar 03, 2022 -
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Dog sledding a passion project for Virginia Tech alumna , articlePaige Drobny, who graduated from Virginia Tech in 1997 with a degree in biology and a minor in chemistry, went to Alaska in 2004 to take a position as a fisheries biologist. But a love of Alaskan huskies and exploring the beautiful Alaskan landscape led to a different passion project — competitive dog sledding. She and her husband now annually compete in the Iditarod, which is the nation's premier dog sledding event.
Date: Mar 02, 2022 -
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Hokie Nation comes together for record Giving Day at Virginia Tech , articleOver $8.4 million raised from 15,787 donors in an annual event that has become one of the university’s philanthropic highlights of the year.
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Giving Day brings Hokies together to celebrate and support Virginia Tech , articleMembers of the Hokie community from around the world are coming together to celebrate Virginia Tech in a shared moment of philanthropy as the university prepares to kick off Giving Day 2022.
Date: Feb 21, 2022 -
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Career change turns up aces for Virginia Tech alumnus , articleTired of working an 8-to-5 job and feeling an itch to pursue his passion, Adam Hendrix gave up a job working for a government contractor to become a professional poker player. For this 2015 Virginia Tech alumnus with a degree in economics from the College of Science, the gamble continues to pay off.
Date: Feb 10, 2022 -
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Prestigious first book award additional validation for Virginia Tech alumna , articleAnuradha Bhowmik, whose poetry addresses her life experiences as a Bangladeshi-born American woman in today’s world, was selected as the winner of the 2021 Agnes Lynch Starrett Poetry Prize. Bhowmik won a $5,000 grand prize, and the University of Pittsburgh Press plans to publish her collection later this fall.
Date: Feb 08, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech professor lands two grants for the study of brain trauma , articleMichelle Theus, an associate professor of molecular and cellular neurobiology in the Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology within the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, recently secured two grants totaling nearly $4.5 million from the National Institute of Health (NIH) for research related to traumatic brain injuries.
Date: Jan 28, 2022 -
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Registration for 1872 Forward: Celebrating Virginia Tech event opens Friday , articleProgramming for 1872 Forward: Celebrating Virginia Tech, a three-day affair taking place in late March, features the official dedication of Hoge and Whitehurst halls, tours of Smithfield Plantation, a ceremony at iconic Merry Tree, and events that commemorate the cultures that have shaped Virginia Tech into what it is today.
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Alumna to join university’s Office of Government and Community Relations , articleIn her role as director of local government and community relations in the New River Valley, Emily Gibson will work with local leaders on an array of issues important to both the university and the region.
Date: Jan 07, 2022 -
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Alumnus finds redemption in life journey , articleBart Butler graduated from Virginia Tech with a finance degree in 1984 and quickly became an entrepreneur. He has experienced some pitfalls in his career, but now owns several businesses and is sharing his keys for success through his new book and also with current Virginia Tech students
Date: Jan 06, 2022 -
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Graduation day one of celebration for the Pedrotty family , articleDominic Pedrotty will carry physical and emotional scars from a car accident three years ago with him when he walks across the stage Friday morning at Virginia Tech’s commencement ceremony. After enduring all the rehab, dealing with short-term memory issues, and suffering from guilt at the loss of his beloved sister, he is now ready to move forward with his life — one with an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering.
Date: Dec 16, 2021 -
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A tradition worth its weight in gold , articleTravis "Rusty" Unterzuber, an alumnus who graduated almost 50 years ago, recently participated in the Hokie Gold Legacy Program, a unique program that allows Virginia Tech alumni to donate class rings to be melted to create gold for use in future class rings. This tradition is rare in that connects the past, the present and the future.
Date: Dec 14, 2021 -
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Entrepreneurship celebrated on National Entrepreneurs Day , articleMore and more Virginia Tech alumni and students are tapping into their entrepreneurial sides and starting new businesses. For them to be successful, they need to be able sell their vision, have a relentless work ethic, and have no fear of failure. Those are the traits being celebrated today on National Entrepreneurs Day.
Date: Nov 15, 2021 -
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Bold decisions lead to successful career, life for Virginia Tech alumna , articleYing Huske overcame a modest upbringing in China, hurdled the language barrier while in the United States, and ultimately earned a master’s degree in civil engineering from Virginia Tech in the mid-1990s. Now, she’s a thriving spouse, the mother of an American Olympic swimmer who competed in Tokyo, and an information technology specialist for the Department of Navy.
Date: Nov 05, 2021 -
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President Sands forms work group to examine Virginia Tech’s sexual violence culture and climate , articleThe 21-member group will look at Virginia Tech’s current prevention measures and offer new recommendations and strategies to combat sexual violence.
Date: Nov 04, 2021 -
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Virginia Tech alumnus making his mark in the dairy industry , articleVirginia Tech alumnus Brian McGarry went to work at his family's dairy following his graduation in 2018. Now he shares ownership of McGarry Dairy with his parents, a partnership with a combination of wisdom and new-age techniques related to dairy farming. Their approach is definitely working, as earlier this summer, McGarry Dairy was named 2021 Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year
Date: Oct 26, 2021 -
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Virginia Tech Foundation celebrates topping out of Gilbert Street building , articleThe six-story building will provide four floors of office space leased to multiple Virginia Tech departments when completed.
Date: Oct 25, 2021 -
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Flu season is here — and flu vaccines are ready for the Virginia Tech community , articleOctober represents the start of flu season, and Virginia Tech officials began messaging centered on encouraging the campus population to get their flu vaccines. The university set up a website dedicated to information about the flu and flu shots, and both Hokie Wellness and Schiffert Health Center have scheduled clinics at various times throughout the month to administer the vaccine both to students and to employees.
Date: Oct 22, 2021 -
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Virginia Tech alumna committed to a future of helping Indigenous people , articleDoris Tinsley ’20 is a member of Shinnecock Nation. During her time at Virginia Tech, she started a nonprofit organization to help native students. With plans to pursue a master's degree on the West Coast and go on to law school, she hopes one day to open a law clinic that uses native attorneys to mentor native students who aspire one day to study law.
Date: Oct 08, 2021 -
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Training dogs for a cause , articleCassie Krause, a 2010 graduate of the College of Natural Resources and Environment, trains puppies to be service dogs for veterans with disabilities — a job that allows her to combine her love of animals and her desire to contribute to a greater cause.
Date: Oct 06, 2021 -
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Virginia Tech wrestler enjoys success, culture at international event , articleVirginia Tech wrestler Bryce Andonian won a bronze medal at the Junior World Championships held in Russia in mid-August, capping a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Date: Sep 29, 2021 -
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Safety, security, and resources available to students dealing with sexual assault , articleVirginia Tech is confronting the immeasurable suffering inflicted upon victims of sexual violence by offering support measures for healing, stewarding an equitable Title IX process, and keeping an intense focus on preventative programming that involves the entire campus community.
Date: Sep 23, 2021 -
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Additional mental health counselors now on board to help Virginia Tech stay at the forefront of counseling services , articleFour counselors are embedded in various colleges, allowing for easier access for students, and the university plans on adding counselors to be embedded in residence halls for 2022-23 as part of a new approach to addressing the needs of students.
Date: Sep 15, 2021 -
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Alumnus wins paratriathlon national title , articleChris Marston, a 2003 graduate from the College of Engineering, hasn't let cerebral palsy stop him from becoming an elite paratriathlete. He won the national championship for his classification at the Toyota USA Paratriathlete National Championships and wants to achieve his dream of competing in the 2024 Summer Paralympics held in Paris.
Date: Aug 26, 2021 -
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Alumna in an important role for upcoming NASA mission , articleVirginia Tech alumna Laura Jones-Wilson has been interested in space ever since she attended an Earth Day event at the age of 5, and now she's working in an important role as the payload verification and validation lead of an unmanned spacecraft that will be traveling to Jupiter in two to three years to determine the habitability of one of its moons.
Date: Aug 24, 2021 -
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Division of Information Technology embraces essential role during pandemic , articleThe COVID-19 pandemic changed Virginia Tech's teaching strategies and forced many employees to work from home, but the Division of Information Technology supported those efforts well, and the work of those staff members has opened potential new opportunities going forward.
Date: Aug 20, 2021 -
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Hokie Spirit Contest , article Date: Mar 31, 2022 -
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Roots of 'Ut Prosim' date to first century , articleMany Virginia Tech students and alumni equate 'Ut Prosim' with volunteering. A person gives, through actions, to a person or group, and the receiving person or group gratefully accepts the help.
Date: Nov 29, 2022
