All College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences News and Stories
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One of contemporary literature’s most influential voices, two-time Pulitzer winner Colson Whitehead, comes to Blacksburg , articleThe author takes the Center for the Arts stage Wednesday, Sept. 30, for a conversation about writing, history, and the power of storytelling.
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Virginia Tech researchers seek to reduce chronic pain for rural adults , articleHuaiyang Zhong, assistant professor in the Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, will use a grant from the National Institute on Aging to apply artificial intelligence to reducing pain and pain-related complications.
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Experts break down the meaning and consequences of the Meta settlement , articleMeta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to a landmark settlement with 47 states in which it will take steps to limit the amount of time teens can spend on its platforms. Virginia Tech experts Megan Duncan, Cayce Myers, and Donna Wertalik dove into the details of the benefits and concerns for corporations and governments, parents and teens.
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Tina Savla named executive director of Institute for Society, Culture, and Environment , articleA professor of human development and family science at Virginia Tech, Savla has built a nationally recognized research portfolio as a social gerontologist and quantitative methodologist.
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Corps of Cadets alumna 1st Lt. Amanda Passman '23 named Virginia Military Institute game Hokie Hero , articleU.S. Army 1st Lt. Amanda Passman, a 2023 Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets alumna, has been named the Hokie Hero for Saturday’s football game against Virginia Military Institute.
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Experts illuminate Dolly Parton’s legacy , articleThe world mourns the passing of country singer and pop culture icon Dolly Parton, whose appeal transcended genres and whose music, entrepreneurial savvy, and philanthropy has inspired multiple generations. Virginia Tech experts shared insights into the enormously consequential legacy she leaves behind.
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Class teaches lifelong learners to make AI a writing partner, not a ghostwriter , articleThe class is one of the Lifelong Learning Institute's nearly 90 ways for older community members to explore something new. Registration is open, and classes begin Sept. 8.
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Expert offers advice on helping families survive back-to-school transition stress , articleNew school years, updated practice schedules, and packed calendars are hallmarks of shifting away from summer for many families. The season of transition and increased activities result in challenges for both parents and children, according to Paul Springer, a marriage and family expert at Virginia Tech. He offers insight into the root of some of those issues, measures that might help avoid them, and tips on mitigating any that might arise.
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Balancing a love of teaching and writing , articleInstructor Jenna Zan reflects on her path to the classroom, the value of trusting one’s natural voice, and the students who continue to shape her work as an educator.
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Leadership through service , articleAshley Kitch, a recent graduate of the literature and professional and technical writing programs, let her passion for volunteering push her into a key leadership role in the recreation of the English Club.
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Virginia Tech sets course for human-centered AI leadership , articleThe AI Futures Working Group has developed a universitywide vision statement to distinguish Virginia Tech in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
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Graduate assistants help Extension tell its impact story , articleThrough the Center for Economic and Community Engagement, planning students gained real client experience while helping Virginia Cooperative Extension better document the value of its natural resources programs across the commonwealth.
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Virginia Tech is helping history teachers navigate AI’s role in the classroom , articleSchool of Education professors are empowering public school teachers to explore how they can implement AI in ways that support learning and critical thinking.
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Karen Roberto celebrates a career of scholarship, mentorship, and impact , articleThe University Distinguished Professor concludes a career spent advancing gerontology and the social sciences, mentoring students and faculty, and leading with authenticity.
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Experts discuss ways that students can use AI responsibly in school , articleAs artificial intelligence becomes increasingly commonplace in students’ lives, concerns over academic integrity have grown. But Virginia Tech experts Amy Allen and Pamela Gilchrist say K-12 classrooms should focus less on detecting AI misuse and more on teaching students how to use the tools responsibly.
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Research links industrial pollution to health risks in Louisiana , articleBy analyzing Louisiana Medicaid data, a recent study co-led by researcher Barbara Allen found elevated health risks among residents living near petrochemical plants and refineries.
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Bike route brings Virginia’s local histories into view , articleWhat began with a Virginia Tech historian’s bike rides has grown into a 550-mile effort helping communities across the commonwealth share their stories through podcasts, museum displays, public art, and more.
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Faculty members honored with emeritus title , articleThe Virginia Tech Board of Visitors recently awarded the emeritus title to nine faculty members. Learn more about them.
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There's no right or wrong way to say 'Appalachia' , articleThe Speech Lab partnered with the "Appodlachia" podcast to explore the differences in dialect across the 13-state Appalachian mountain region.
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Braden Schenck balances college and the broadcast booth , articleIn addition to being a full-time student, Schenck is the primary play-by-play voice of the Salem RidgeYaks and the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs. The opportunity to get professional reps allows him to apply what he’s learning in the classroom to experiences in the industry.
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Student brings Ut Prosim to life through student-led publication , articleIn the world of campus publications, Morgan Blankenship strives to keep the Woove magazine welcoming to all.
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Economic development students help American Farmland Trust strengthen Virginia farms , articleGraduate students gain hands-on experience with a real client while developing a practical tool to help Virginia communities bolster farmland.
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Scientists’ credibility depends on audience and perceived motives , articleA new study identifies five audience "classes" based on people's perceptions of scientists’ credibility.
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Student Fulbright scholars extend the university's global reach , articleWith 31 Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants over the past decade, Hokies continue to teach, research, and build connections around the world. Recent and incoming recipients share how those experiences are shaping their careers.
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