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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.
Date: Jul 20, 2026 - -
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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.
Date: Jul 12, 2026 - -
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Alumnus helps drive athletics initiatives that give back , articleMatthew Sams ’07 never expected his degree in professional and technical writing would lead him to directing a nonprofit at the forefront of name, image, and likeness innovation for student-athletes.
Date: Jun 30, 2026 - -
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New artificial intelligence minor launches this fall , articleThe interdisciplinary minor will give students in every major the opportunity to build artificial intelligence skills, explore ethical impacts, and use that information in fields ranging from business and public policy to music and filmmaking.
Date: Jun 14, 2026 - -
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Ut Prosim through a cappella , articleSabrina Suarez uses her skills built as an English major to support the university’s performing arts.
Date: Jun 09, 2026 - -
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From English major to lawyer, therapist, and entrepreneur , articlePaula Yost ‘02 once struggled to explain to her parents what she could do with a bachelor’s degree in English. Now, her impressive resume reads like three or four lifetimes wrapped into one.
Date: May 13, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Bella Joerg finds purpose as director of student literary festival , articleWhat does it mean to be an English major? Bella Joerg answers this question across her four years settling into English and reigniting her passion for literature as the president of a literary festival.
Date: Apr 30, 2026 - -
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Hoda to Hokies: Find a path you love and a community within it , articleKotb '86 made a half-day trip to Blacksburg to talk with students in the School of Communication and others in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences about her new app venture, Joy 101. This semester about 150 students in the college have been testing the app that Kotb launched in 2025.
Date: Apr 28, 2026 - -
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One Hokie, many roles , articleEnglish and philosophy double major Cate Langhorn is redefining what it means to be an English major at Virginia Tech through leadership, mentorship, and interdisciplinary research that embodies Ut Prosim.
Date: Apr 16, 2026 - -
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Designing with words , articleClay Delk discusses how his foundation in English drives the strategic thinking behind his work in technology, design, and communication.
Date: Apr 15, 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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Student's description of life in America wins top poetry prize , articleThere were 88 poetry submissions for 10 finalist slots in the annual Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize competition. Manas Karki's first-place poem, “Visa Length,” offers a window into his experiences and those of other international students.
Date: Apr 09, 2026 - -
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Alumna supports students through sports , articleAlumna Chrystal Starling has built a dynamic career combining sports, education, and youth development. From Hokie student athlete to professional basketball player to assistant principal at a New York charter school, Starling credits writing and the influence of Nikki Giovanni for helping her find her voice and her purpose.
Date: Mar 18, 2026 - -
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Grant to fuel Appalachian history initiative , articleThe Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia project received a new $5 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to continue uncovering history in communities in Virginia and surrounding states.
Date: Mar 04, 2026 - -
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Leaving Ukraine , articleAn abrupt evacuation from Kyiv, Ukraine, changed the course of Isabella Boyd's life. Now at Virginia Tech, she reflects on how years spent across eight countries continue to shape the way she sees conflict, community, and belonging.
Date: Feb 23, 2026 - -
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Literary scholar contrasts new 'Wuthering Heights' film with classic novel , articleThe film adaptation expands the novel’s famous violent turmoil beyond the Earnshaw home, blurring the traditional contrast between the wild Wuthering Heights and the refined Thrushcross Grange.
Date: Feb 18, 2026 - -
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From English major to the Coast Guard , articleCourtney Woodley's story is a reminder that the ability to read, write, and communicate can take you anywhere.
Date: Feb 10, 2026 - -
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Creating a welcoming environment for students , articleJosh Thompson, an alumnus of English and a doctoral student in the School of Education, is building a study abroad course to help rural students see their environment from a global perspective.
Date: Feb 05, 2026 - -
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'What research can do for a community': New center dives into Arctic research , articleThe Center for Sustainable Engagement in the Arctic aims to transform how Arctic research is conducted. Led by Director Cana Uluak Itchuaqiyaq, it prioritizes listening to Indigenous leadership to create sustainable solutions and foster connections with resources at the university and beyond.
Date: Feb 05, 2026 - -
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‘Bridgerton’ resonates amid romance boom, expert explains , articleVirginia Tech expert Netta Baker said the series is part of a broader resurgence of romance across books, television, and online communities. She explores the series’ popularity, and how social media communities like BookTok are breathing new life into the genre.
Date: Jan 22, 2026 -
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