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Expert shares STEM activities to keep kids engaged over winter break , articleJim Egenrieder, director of the Virginia Tech Thinkabit Labs, shares simple ways families can build real-world skills through everyday activities over winter break.
Date: Dec 15, 2025 - -
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Expert shows how to bridge the expectation gap for out-of-office etiquette , articleWith the holidays approaching, many employees may feel pressure to stay connected, even if their leaders believe they shouldn’t be. Virginia Tech organizational behavior expert Bill Becker explains how that disconnect can contribute to workplace tension, how to prevent mixed signals, and what workers can do before taking time off.
Date: Dec 11, 2025 - -
Video ItemEngineering Explained: Warning labels and human factors , video
Have you ever wondered what those little drawings on products actually mean? Why do warning labels exist in the first place? Should you be worried about your kid consuming detergent? Deborah Dickerson, an associate professor in the Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Virginia Tech, studies product warning labels to make them more understandable for the general public. From flammable pajamas to laundry pods, her work in the Human Factors Engineering group helps engineers design safer communications for their products. Want to learn more? Visit here: https://www.ise.vt.edu/
Date: Dec 10, 2025 - -
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Music expert shares the appealing history of Christmas carols , articleAs a pop culture phenomenon, Christmas music is ubiquitous. Though the history of Christmas carols spans almost 2,000 years, the progression of these songs took some interesting turns through the centuries, as Ariana Wyatt explains. Wyatt is a professor of voice with the Virginia Tech College of Architecture, Arts, and Design.
Date: Dec 05, 2025 - -
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The right way to ship holiday gifts, according to a packaging expert , articleIf your gift can’t survive a 12-inch drop, it’s not ready to ship. That’s a test Virginia Tech packaging expert Laszlo Horvath, director of the Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design, wishes everyone would use before sealing a box. Horvath says a few smart decisions, starting with that one-foot-drop rule, can mean the difference between a smooth arrival and a broken surprise.
Date: Dec 03, 2025 - -
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Holiday lighting recommendations from an energy efficiency expert , articleWhether they’re hanging a single string of fairy lights or enough blinking bulbs to be visible from the North Pole, two-thirds of Americans decorate their homes with holiday lights. It’s festive, yes — but even a modest display can add to soaring electricity bills. So what does an electrical engineer who’s an expert in energy efficiency recommend for saving energy and money this holiday season?
Date: Dec 02, 2025 - -
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Holiday season story ideas: Travel, avoiding foodborne illnesses, budgeting, scams, and more , articleThe holiday season is full of joy and traditions, and it can also bring a few headaches. Whether you’re keeping your pets out of trouble, protecting your wallet from scammers, caring for holiday plants, or navigating family dynamics, Virginia Tech experts offer advice to help you through it all.
Date: Nov 18, 2025 - -
Video ItemStudent-curated exhibit explores the history of toys and play , video
Fun From All Ages is a new student-curated exhibit created by Vibeka JensenOyaski, who works in Special Collections and University Archives. Located on the first floor of Newman Library, the display highlights the history of toys, games, and play across generations, inviting visitors to rediscover the joy and nostalgia of childhood. Curated just in time for the holidays, the exhibit will remain on display throughout the season for the campus and community to enjoy.
Date: Nov 17, 2025 - -
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Compare, act early to avoid holiday shopping tariff chaos, experts say , articleVirginia Tech economists David Bieri and Jadrian Wooten weigh in on the best strategies for holiday shoppers navigating an uncertain landscape of tariffs, with the Supreme Court decision pending.
Date: Nov 13, 2025 - -
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Pass the Thanksgiving kudzu: Expert on edible invasive species , articleInvasive species often thrive because they have no natural predators — yet some of them are not only edible to humans, but downright delicious, with flavors that could enhance a Thanksgiving table spread. Invasive species expert Jacob Barney regularly concludes his class with a potluck of dishes that students make from plants and animals students have studied.
Date: Nov 12, 2025 - -
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Sweet potatoes or yams: What’s really on your Thanksgiving table? , articleIt is harvest season for sweet potatoes in Virginia. Across the southeast, farmers are busy pulling rosy, orange-fleshed vegetables from their fields – but wait, are those actually yams?
Date: Nov 07, 2025 - -
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Beware homemade treats this Halloween, says food safety expert , articleVirginia Tech food safety expert urges families to avoid homemade Halloween treats due to allergen and contamination risks, recommending store-bought options for a safer holiday.
Date: Oct 24, 2025 - -
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Outdoor medicine expert shares tips to reduce tick bite risk , articlePeople heading outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather need to be aware of ticks and the serious illnesses they transmit. Emergency medicine physician Stephanie Lareau shares tips on prevention and treatment of tick bites. “I’m seeing the impacts of tick-borne diseases,” she said, “and I urge everyone to take preventative measures.”
Date: Jun 02, 2025 - -
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Tips for managing New Year’s resolutions and staying mindful in 2025 , articleAs they ring in 2025, many people will be thinking about how to reset goals and make lifestyle changes. Individuals often set challenging resolutions and then tend to lose motivation as time progresses. Instead of making a resolution, Virginia Tech behavioral psychologist Samantha Harden suggests a different approach in the new year.
Date: Dec 13, 2024 - -
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Everyday Ut Prosim: How police officer John Tarter serves at the Christmas Store , articleThe Montgomery County Christmas Store shared some seasonal magic with low-income residents this week — but it takes Tarter and a handful of other core volunteers the better part of year to make the holidays so merry and bright.
Date: Dec 12, 2024 - -
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The 12 tips of pet safety: A holiday guide , articleWhile you might know about the dangers of chocolate and poinsettias for pets, several lesser-known hazards can turn festive celebrations into unexpected veterinary visits. Mark D. Freeman, a veterinarian with the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech, has 12 tips to help pet owners avoid emergency visits this holiday season.
Date: Dec 11, 2024 - -
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Experts available: Syrian revolution, winter weather, 'Wicked', holiday shopping tips, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss the shocking Syrian revolution, winter weather forecasts, the economics of "Wicked", gifts to encourage STEM, holiday shopping cybersecurity tips and more.
Date: Dec 09, 2024 - -
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STEM education expert offers holiday gift ideas for kids of all ages , articleBuying gifts for the young people in your life – from “littles” to pre-teens – is one of the most joyful aspects of the holiday season. If you’re looking for gifts that could spark an interest in science, computers, technology and more, Pam Gilchrist, director of K-12 Initiatives for the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus in Alexandria, Va., has tips on the best 2024 STEM-related holiday gifts for kids of all ages.
Date: Dec 09, 2024 - -
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Cybercrime expert explains how to guard against new scammer tactics , articleThe potential for record-breaking online sales this holiday season unfortunately signifies opportunities for holiday scams, and as technology advances, so do the tactics of scammers. Virginia Tech cybercrime expert Katalin Parti shared tips for new scammer tactics to guard against, through the holiday season and beyond.
Date: Dec 05, 2024 - -
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Expert shares how to take better photos during holidays, or any time of year , articleFamily gatherings during the holidays mean holiday snaps and sharing those photos online or in the mail, either made into or tucked into greeting cards — a process made merrier and brighter if the photos are good. Certainly, the better the photo, the more treasured the keepsake.
Date: Dec 04, 2024 -
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