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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.
Date: Jul 31, 2026 - -
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Robert Stephens honored with emeritus status , articleStephens served as the founding faculty principal of the Honors Residential College and later as its associate faculty principal.
Date: Jul 01, 2026 - -
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Heather Gumbert honored with emerita status , articleGumbert, associate professor of history, has been a member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 22 years.
Date: Jun 30, 2026 - -
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Chicago Covenants Project expands its map of a hidden history , articleThe project brings together students, faculty members, and community partners to document and map thousands of racially restrictive housing covenants hidden in Cook County land records. Through GIS mapping, metadata development, and digital preservation, students are helping make this history more accessible while examining how past housing discrimination continues to shape communities today.
Date: Jun 26, 2026 - -
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Experts on history, politics reflect on U.S. 250th birthday milestone , articleAs our nation’s celebration of its 250th birthday approaches, experts in history and political science at Virginia Tech can provide perspectives on how far the United States of America has advanced since its founding and the issues that will influence where it goes next.
Date: Jun 17, 2026 - -
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Why Juneteenth is key to America's 250th birthday , articleJuneteenth made the Declaration of Independence relevant, according to history expert Dan Thorp.
Date: Jun 15, 2026 - -
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A taste of Appalachia, plated with history , articleBy bringing together chefs, scholars, and students, the immersive meal A Taste of Appalachia, Past and Present transformed archival materials into a living, public experience — one that challenges stereotypes and highlights the region’s diverse cultural influences.
Date: May 14, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Grace Vaughan Sacks finds a path to law through history , articleOutside the classroom, Vaughan Sacks dedicated much of her time to service and leadership, including directing the Big Event this year.
Date: May 05, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Aaliyah Cooke builds a future in history through research and leadership , articleHands‑on research played a central role in shaping Cooke’s academic and career goals.
Date: May 05, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Mercy Dwomoh finds her scholarly voice while mentoring Ghanaian students , articleAt the heart of Dwomoh’s long‑term vision is a commitment to mentorship.
Date: May 05, 2026 - -
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These alumni excel in their professions, communities, and university support , articleThe College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences will honor its outstanding alumni during a ceremony on April 17.
Date: Apr 14, 2026 - -
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A Taste of Appalachia serves up history on every plate , videoChefs, scholars, and archivists come together to bring Appalachian food history to life. Drawing from rare materials in University Libraries' Special Collections and University Archives, this one-of-a-kind dining experience transforms the past into a modern menu — connecting culture, community, and cuisine in every bite.
Date: Mar 31, 2026 - -
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Zoe Brooks turns coal country roots into research and preservation , articleBrooks draws on her upbringing in Southwest Virginia’s coal country to study Appalachian labor history and preserve mining heritage through her work in Special Collections and University Archives.
Date: Mar 27, 2026 - -
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In Hokie Treks, exploration meets opportunity , articleDuring spring break, 40 Hokies from the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences visited the National Museum of African American History and Culture and NBC4 in Washington, D.C., as part of the new program.
Date: Mar 20, 2026 - -
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Panel discussion explores barriers to education for displaced peopleThe Spring 2026 Global Development Discussion Series welcomes panelists from the Center for Refugee, Migrant, and Displacement Studies and Elimisha Kakuma for a conversation on the challenges facing displaced learners.
Date: Mar 11, 2026 - -
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'The Surprising Story of Furcy Madeleine' comes to Newman Library , articleThe traveling exhibit will be on display through the spring semester on the second floor of Newman Library. It chronicles a little-known 19th century legal battle for freedom that unfolded across the Indian Ocean and the French Empire.
Date: Feb 18, 2026 - -
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From archives to America's national parks , articleAlumnus Miles Abernethy credits his time as a student employee in the University Libraries' Special Collections and University Archives with building the confidence and experience he brings to his work at the National Park Service.
Date: Feb 16, 2026 - -
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In memoriam: David Burr, professor emeritus of history , articleBurr joined the university’s history department in 1966, where he taught medieval history.
Date: Jan 20, 2026 - -
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Lt. Col. Chris Leonard, Capt. Amanda Jacobson, 1st Lt. Collin Couture named Hokie Heroes for the Military Appreciation Game , articleAll three are deployed with the 391st Fighter Squadron in U.S. Central Command’s military operations area and serving as weapons systems officers on the F-15E Strike Eagle.
Date: Sep 18, 2025 -
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