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University outlines support for Virginia Tech Advantage , articleThe multiyear initiative will provide a broad educational experience to students with financial need.
Date: Sep 19, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech named a top-20 public university in latest U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best Colleges report , articleThe U.S. News & World Report 2023-24 Best Colleges rankings came out today, and Virginia Tech was ranked as one of the top public universities nationally. The university also made a big jump in the social mobility category, which factors in the graduation rates of economically disadvantaged students, and received high marks in the areas of engineering and computer science.
Date: Sep 18, 2023 -
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Opening of Corps Leadership and Military Science Building signals a new era , articleThe opening completes the reimagining of Upper Quad for the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets with facilities that will accommodate growth and excellence in leader development.
Date: Sep 14, 2023 -
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Tim Sands, David Calhoun join Greater Washington Partnership board , articlePresident Tim Sands and David Calhoun joined the partnership board amid the organization’s sharpened focus on skills and talent initiatives which aim to bridge the gap between the business and academic communities.
Date: Sep 14, 2023 -
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Landmark $50 million gift to dramatically expand health sciences research at Virginia Tech , articleThe Richmond-based Red Gates Foundation committed $50 million to the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC to accelerate health sciences research at Virginia Tech. The gift is among the largest ever made to the university.
Date: Sep 12, 2023 -
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A message to students, faculty, and staff on campus safety and preparedness , articleWe encourage every member of the Virginia Tech community to Be Hokie Ready — to actively engage in basic emergency preparedness efforts.
Date: Sep 11, 2023 -
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Message from Title IX Coordinator Katie Polidoro , articleWe can support those who experience violence by sharing information about resources and respecting their deeply personal choices about how and when to seek help.
Date: Sep 06, 2023 -
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Commandant Randal Fullhart announces retirement , articleDuring his 13 years as commandant, Fullhart and his staff increased the growth of the corps, oversaw several multimillion-dollar facilities upgrades, and helped with fundraising efforts for scholarships. A search for a successor will begin later this fall.
Date: Sep 06, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech welcomes three new universities to the Atlantic Coast Conference , articleVirginia Tech President Tim Sands and Athletics Director Whit Babcock welcomed the University of California, Berkeley; Southern Methodist University; and Stanford University to the conference.
Date: Sep 04, 2023 -
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Growth and impact highlight FY '23 research numbers , articleBased on fiscal year 2023 data estimates, federal, state, local, and private research awards grew a combined 17 percent, while research expenditures rose 12 percent in a single year. Over a two-year period, awards have seen a 31 percent increase and expenditures a 28 percent increase.
Date: Aug 31, 2023 -
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Discussions on higher education issues, universitywide priorities frame quarterly board meeting; final design for Mitchell Hall approved , articleDuring the three-day meeting, board members toured the W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center in Wirtz and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine in Roanoke.
Date: Aug 29, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech outlines ambitious strategy to spearhead cancer research and elevate university's global standing , articleThe university is mustering its scientists and engineers behind a new strategy to help families who are struggling with cancer, a disease that occurs in almost 2 million people and claims more than 600,000 lives annually in the United States.
Date: Aug 29, 2023 -
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A statement from President Tim Sands on staff participation in governance , articleParticipation in governance brings value to our staff members and the university, providing important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development that can cultivate future leaders.
Date: Aug 29, 2023 -
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A welcome message from President Tim Sands , articleWhile many Hokies were away, our research, engagement and instructional activities continued, as did preparations for the new academic year. Thank you to everyone who worked through the summer.
Date: Aug 21, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech Board of Visitors to meet Aug. 27-29 in Smith Mountain Lake and Roanoke , articleThe Virginia Tech Board of Visitors will hold its quarterly board meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 1:15 p.m. at Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC in Roanoke.
Date: Aug 18, 2023 -
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Incoming class set to kick off semester , articleA snapshot of the incoming class of first-year and transfer students who will start classes Monday reveals an academically strong and diverse group, with the average grade-point average of the group being better than a 4.0.
Date: Aug 16, 2023 -
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Faculty live like students for first-of-its-kind international training , articleThe 11 faculty members learning to build, launch, and lead study abroad programs experienced a role reversal. To design a program that maximizes student outcomes, the faculty experienced studying abroad from a student's perspective in an immersive development program at the Steger Center for International Scholarship.
Date: Aug 16, 2023 -
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In memoriam: Charles Allen 'Charlie' Stott, retired communications director, Office of the President, CALS, Extension , articleStott died on Aug. 12 at his home in Blacksburg. A public celebration of his life and family visitation will be held Saturday, Aug. 19, from noon to 2 p.m. at McCoy Funeral Home in Blacksburg.
Date: Aug 15, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech implements changes to undergraduate admissions process for 2023-24 admissions cycle , articleThe university will end early decision applications, among other changes, as it continues to employ a holistic review process to attract and enroll students of high potential from across the commonwealth and beyond.
Date: Jul 28, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech named among top employers for internship programs , articleAt Virginia Tech, internships hold a special place as a stepping stone to future careers and job experience, both on campus and in the workforce. They’re also an effective way to fill critical talent gaps across Virginia.
Date: Jul 27, 2023
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