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From trivia nights to weddings, hospitality students bring events to life , articleThrough a semester of hands-on event planning and an immersive showcase, students leave the classroom with a deeper understanding of industry logistics and the confidence to present and pitch ideas to professionals.
Date: Jun 29, 2026 - -
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Pamplin community celebrates the New Business Building , articleThe 92,300-gross-square-foot, four-story New Business Building is expected to be completed in 2027 and will connect to the Data and Decision Sciences Building through a shared atrium. This expands the Global Business and Analytics Complex within the growing North Academic District.
Date: Jun 11, 2026 - -
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Expert explains impact of technology on World Cup tourism , articleAs the 2026 World Cup approaches, Virginia Tech hospitality and tourism expert Juan Luis Nicolau explains how technology will be used to better experiences for guests and host cities.
Date: May 21, 2026 - -
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Putting Virginia Tech to work for Hampton Roads , articleAs associate director of the Virginia Tech Newport News Center, Mallory Tuttle M.S. ’14 builds partnerships and creates opportunity across Hampton Roads — work that recently earned her recognition of one of Virginia's Forty Under 40.
Date: May 20, 2026 - -
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Closing a chapter: Olenick family celebrates 20 years of Hokie tradition , articleThe Olenick family has had six siblings become Hokies. The youngest, Katie Olenick, a hospitality and tourism management major, will graduate this month, closing a chapter that began almost two decades ago in Blacksburg.
Date: May 05, 2026 - -
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With gas prices uncertain, expert offers smarter summer travel strategies , articleVirginia Tech hospitality and tourism expert Mahmood Khan encourages summer travelers to plan in advance, especially as fuel prices continue to fluctuate.
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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Hospitality experts discuss how the Iran war will affect tourism and travel , articleThe war in Iran has caused a staggering amount of flight delays and cancellations in the Middle Eastern region. Virginia Tech hospitality and tourism professors Mahmood Khan and Nancy McGehee emphasized that those intending to go abroad for spring break or family vacations should exercise caution and plan their trips meticulously in the coming weeks.
Date: Mar 10, 2026 - -
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Chef Lab - Real-world skills with each meal cooked , videoStudents in the Howard Feiertag Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Pamplin College of Business learn real-world culinary skills in the chef lab. Through hands-on experience, they gain expertise in food safety, menu planning, kitchen operations, and teamwork, preparing them for careers in hospitality. The course culminates in practicums where students budget, cook, and serve meals, honing their problem-solving and communication skills. Learn more: https://news.vt.edu/articles/2026/01/pamplin-htm-chef-lab-class.html
Date: Feb 09, 2026 - -
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In the kitchen, students cook up career readiness , articleEach semester, hospitality and tourism students gain real-world experience through communication and learning culinary operations.
Date: Jan 29, 2026 - -
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Can AI read your travel vibes? This research says yes , articleJuan Luis Nicolau explains how generative artificial intelligence is becoming a cognitive layer in tourism, ultimately reshaping traveler experience.
Date: Dec 15, 2025 - -
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Budget for your holiday meal with these chef-approved tips , articleIn homes around the world, food is often the centerpiece of any holiday celebration. Yet, like many other aspects of the holidays, cooking the meal can be stressful. According to Dave Yanisko, a culinary expert in the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Tech, budgeting can ease the stress of planning and preparing meals.
Date: Nov 24, 2025 - -
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AI-powered holiday travel plans may offer both convenience and risk, expert explains , articleAs more people turn to artificial intelligence (AI) for help planning their holiday trips, travelers may be relying on AI tools for everything from flight prices to hotel picks to local recommendations. But while these tools can be helpful, Juan Luis Nicolau, a professor of revenue management in Virginia Tech’s Pamplin College of Business, says they should be used carefully.
Date: Nov 19, 2025 - -
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Pamplin Spotlight: Eric Johnston III , articleEric Johnston III shares how studying abroad, embracing Ut Prosim, and building partnerships shaped a career of innovation and public policy.
Date: Nov 13, 2025 - -
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Experts available: Government shutdown stalemate ends, flights delayed, SNAP benefits, yams vs sweet potatoes, more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Nov 11, 2025 - -
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Hotel revenues are reaching a new high in Colorado , articleA study from the Howard Feiertag Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management found hotel revenue in Colorado rose 25 percent after marijuana legalization, offering insights for hospitality leaders, policymakers, and investors.
Date: Jul 21, 2025 - -
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Experts available: Texas floods and fallout, Netanyahu in Washington, measles, tourism shortfall, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss issues around the flooding in Texas, Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington, rising measles cases, Elon Musk's intent to form a new political party, the U.S. tourism shortfall, and more.
Date: Jul 07, 2025 - -
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Exploring the future of hospitality and tourism education , articleHospitality experts shared how tech is changing customer experience and what skills Virginia Tech students need to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
Date: May 29, 2025 - -
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Experts available: Air travel concerns, AI scams, papal conclave begins this week, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news including., air travel anxiety, AI-enhanced scams, the conclave, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: May 05, 2025 - -
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Expert weighs in on growing travel anxiety amid rise in air incidents , articleAs summer travel season approaches, many Americans are busy making vacation plans—but growing anxiety around flying is casting a shadow over those plans. So far in 2025, 33 deadly crashes have been reported in the United States, fueling concern about air travel safety.
Date: May 01, 2025 - -
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Pamplin College of Business Honors Scholars at Inaugural Research Awards Ceremony , articleOn April 9, the Pamplin College of Business hosted its inaugural Research Awards Ceremony, honoring six faculty members with the Research Impact Award for their outstanding scholarly achievements and impactful contributions to academia, industry, and beyond.
Date: Apr 16, 2025 -
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