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Article ItemExperts available: Tariff confusion, political violence, Easter symbols, true crime popularity, World Quantum Day, and more , article
Virginia Tech experts are available to discuss the economic impact of President Trump's tariff changes, the rise in political violence, the history of Easter symbols, why true crime is so popular, what World Quantum Day is, and more.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
Article ItemHow did a bunny and colored eggs become Easter symbols? An expert has some answers , article
The story involves a mix of pagan rituals, Christian traditions, and 19th century European folklore.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
Article ItemKatrina Powell honored as Alumni Distinguished Professor , article
Since joining Virginia Tech in 2006, Powell has strived to bring awareness to issues of social justice and displacement through her teaching and research.
Date: Mar 25, 2025 - -
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Article ItemExperts explain U.S. fascination with St. Patrick’s Day, dyeing rivers , article
The U.S. celebration of all things Irish is a far stretch from the holiday’s 17th century origins. Virginia Tech experts Brian Britt and Admin Husic explain Americans' enthusiasm for St. Patrick's Day and the science behind dyeing rivers green.
Date: Mar 12, 2025 - -
Article ItemPeter Schmitthenner honored with emeritus status , article
Schmitthenner made significant contributions to academic scholarship on the history of South India.
Date: Jan 23, 2025 - -
Article ItemBenjamin Bagby to bring ‘Beowulf’ to life in gripping solo spoken performance , article
Experience the epic tale as it was heard over 1,000 years ago. Bagby will deliver two performances on Thursday and Friday, Feb. 6 and 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Blacksburg Presbyterian Church.
Date: Jan 22, 2025 - -
Article ItemEveryday Ut Prosim: How Hokies serve after Hurricane Helene , article
In the wake of the storm, Hokies rushed to help those in need by organizing donation drives, transporting supplies, checking in on affected communities, even creating care packages to thank first responders.
Date: Oct 29, 2024 - -
Article ItemExpert offers insights on Hurricane Helene's lingering impacts on Appalachia , article
Emily Satterwhite, professor and the director of the Appalachian Studies program in the Department of Religion and Culture, is familiar with the phases of flood recovery efforts. She shares insights on Hurricane Helene's lasting impacts in Appalachia as well as the best ways to help during the current stage of recovery.
Date: Oct 22, 2024 - -
Article ItemEmily Satterwhite named Edward S. Diggs Professor of Humanities , article
Satterwhite is co-director of the Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia project, funded by a $3 million grant from the Mellon Foundation.
Date: Oct 09, 2024 - -
Article ItemVirginia Tech Humanities Week focuses on 'Debating Democracy' , article
The week highlights the essential work happening in the humanities at Virginia Tech and around the world. Members of the public and the Virginia Tech community are invited to attend panel discussions, lectures, and other activities that start Oct. 14.
Date: Oct 07, 2024 - -
Article ItemRachel Scott named chair of the Department of Religion and Culture , article
Scott, professor of Islamic studies, has been a member of the Virginia Tech community since 2005.
Date: Aug 22, 2024 - -
Article ItemMonuments Across Appalachian Virginia announces next round of projects to receive funding , article
After the first round of funding in December 2023, the initiative has added five more projects to the list, making for nine total projects funded through the Mellon Foundation.
Date: Jul 05, 2024 - -
Article ItemPaul Quigley named Center for Humanities director , article
Quigley, the James I. Robertson, Jr. Associate Professor of Civil War Studies and director of the Virginia Center for Civil War Studies, will take the helm of the Center for Humanities July 1. Sylvester Johnson, the center's founding director, is returning to Northwestern University.
Date: Jun 25, 2024 - -
Article ItemThree faculty to embark on Juneteenth-inspired research initiatives , article
As Juneteenth Scholars, the three faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences will receive $5,000 and funding to hire undergraduate research assistants to continue their work on topics related to the holiday's themes.
Date: Jun 20, 2024 - -
Article ItemDominique Polanco uses fellowship to highlight Indigenous voices , article
Polanco will work on a book that focuses on ways that Indigenous people who lived in 16th century Mexico recorded their lives.
Date: Apr 30, 2024 - -
Article ItemUnwrapping the meanings of global holiday figures , article
Danille Christensen, an associate professor in the Department of Religion and Culture, breaks down the legends behind some of the holiday season's most loved and feared figures around the world.
Date: Dec 21, 2023 - -
Article ItemUnlocking the power of the humanities: Virginia Tech Humanities Week returns Oct. 22-27 , article
From artificial intelligence to prison reform, Humanities Week sessions will explore critical issues and topics facing society.
Date: Oct 17, 2023 - -
Article ItemExperts available to discuss many facets of Israel-Hamas conflict , article
Virginia Tech has several experts available to speak on various topics surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Date: Oct 16, 2023 - -
Video ItemWelcome back, Hokies! , video
The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences' professors send greetings and salutations! See and hear what Dr. Letisha Engracia Cardoso Brown, Ashley Brinkley, Livi Marrin, Dr. Matthew Gabriele, Beth Fekade, and Grace Stevens have to say on this first day of the semester.
Date: Aug 26, 2020 -