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A message from President Tim Sands , articleThe pace of change continues to accelerate, and we are prepared to adapt, explore, discover, and innovate. We look to the future with optimism and purpose because we are prepared to make a difference where it matters most.
Date: May 07, 2026 - -
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Board of Visitors concludes two-day meeting in Blacksburg , articleAmong action on Tuesday, board approved a resolution of appreciation for Sandra “Sandy” Davis, the vice rector who died March 17 at the age of 79. Mehul Sanghani '98, who had previously served on the board from 2014-22, was appointed by Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger to complete Davis’ term, which was to expire on June 30.
Date: Apr 14, 2026 - -
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Virginia Tech Board of Visitors sets tuition and fees for the 2026-27 academic year , articleAfter thoughtful discussion to seek a balance between access and affordability with preserving the quality of a Virginia Tech degree and investing in world-class faculty and campus programs, the board approved a 2.9 percent increase in tuition for resident and non-resident undergraduate students for the 2026-27 academic year.
Date: Apr 14, 2026 - -
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Board of Visitors to consider 2026-27 tuition and fees at April 14 meeting; virtual public comment opportunity scheduled for April 2 , articleThe Virginia Tech Board of Visitors will meet April 14 to consider tuition and mandatory fees for the 2026-27 academic year. In advance, a virtual public comment opportunity is set for April 2.
Date: Mar 15, 2026 - -
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Whole Health consortium advances mental, rural, and technology research , articleSix teams received funding to accelerate innovative, community-engaged research in mental health, rural health, and technology.
Date: Mar 06, 2026 - -
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Experts available: partial government shutdown, social media lawsuits, fourth anniversary of Ukraine War , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including the partial shutdown over homeland security funding, social media companies on trial in child addiction cases, the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu
Date: Feb 16, 2026 - -
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Experts discuss ramifications of court cases addressing social media addiction in children , articleA trial has gotten underway in California that accuses corporate giants Meta and YouTube of intentionally engineering their products to make children become addicted. Virginia Tech social media expert Megan Duncan and political communications expert Cayce Myers discuss the possible impacts of the case and the wider implications for consumers and public policy.
Date: Feb 13, 2026 - -
General ItemUniversity Policy Updates: September to December 2025
University policy updates, revised September to December 2025
Date: Jan 09, 2026 - -
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Experts examine issues raised by the U.S. extraction of the Venezuelan president , articleThe U.S. military’s capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has raised complex questions about foreign policy, executive authority, and long-term regional stability, according to to Virginia Tech political scientists Paul Avey and Karen Hult.
Date: Jan 08, 2026 - -
General ItemWhat to know about speech on campus
The Virginia Tech community is responsible for respecting conditions that preserve the freedom to learn.
Date: Oct 29, 2025 - -
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University Policy Updates: June to August 2025University policies revised from June to August 2025 are included in this update.
Date: Sep 24, 2025 - -
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University policy updates: March to May 2025University policies revised from March to May 2025 are included in this update.
Date: Jun 12, 2025 - -
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House votes to pass Trump-endorsed tax bill, political expert discusses , articleA bill advancing tax cuts and border security measures, endorsed by President Donald Trump, passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a single vote after an all-night session. Political scientist Karen Hult can discuss the significance of the bill’s progress and possible consequences of the bill’s content.
Date: May 22, 2025 - -
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Thomas Feely strengthens Hokie experience through service , articleFeely champions the idea of serving others, using his experiences at Virginia Tech to help better the lives of other students.
Date: Apr 30, 2025 - -
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Community conversation identifies common ground, key challenges as university navigates new landscape , articlePresident Tim Sands stressed that the entire Virginia Tech community — students, faculty, staff, board members, and alumni — want Virginia Tech’s mission and momentum to continue, and are all committed to diversity and an inclusive environment.
Date: Apr 04, 2025 - -
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A message from President Tim Sands , article Date: Mar 31, 2025 - -
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Shared governance in action: The staff perspective , articleAt Virginia Tech, the shared governance system among faculty, staff, administrative and professional faculty, undergraduate students, and graduate students allows community members to be heard and represented.
Date: Mar 26, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech Board of Visitors sets tuition and fees for 2025-26 academic year , articleTuition and mandatory fees for Virginia undergraduate students will increase $576, to $16,526 annually, and out-of-state undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees will increase $1,200, totaling $38,977 annually.
Date: Mar 25, 2025 - -
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Board approves New Business Building, sets tuition at quarterly meeting , articleIn other action the board addressed resolutions on campus housing and federal executive orders.
Date: Mar 25, 2025 - -
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University Policy Updates: November 2024 to February 2025University policies revised from November 2024 to February 2025 are included in this update.
Date: Mar 24, 2025 -
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