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Braden Schenck balances college and the broadcast booth , articleIn addition to being a full-time student, Schenck is the primary play-by-play voice of the Salem RidgeYaks and the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs. The opportunity to get professional reps allows him to apply what he’s learning in the classroom to experiences in the industry.
Date: Jul 14, 2026 - -
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"The best classroom is a baseball stadium" , videoBraden Schenck has turned a lifelong love of baseball into a passion for sports broadcasting. As a Virginia Tech School of Communication student in the Sports Media and Analytics program, he's gaining experience as the play-by-play voice of the Salem RidgeYaks. This program allows him to combine storytelling, live game coverage, and hands-on experience to prepare him for a career behind the microphone.
Date: Jul 13, 2026 - -
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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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Five ways an internship prepared me for life after graduation , articleFor the last 2 1/2 years, Megan Reese worked as a social media assistant for the university's social media team. Whether filming interviews and campaigns on the Blacksburg campus or collaborating in the office, the experience fostered growth and confidence.
Date: May 07, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Emma Roshioru thrives on serving others , articleRoshioru has followed her passion for service and been a strong voice for change during her four years in Blacksburg.
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Megan Reese finds her voice as face of Virginia Tech social media , articleMegan Reese didn’t think she was cut out for social media marketing. But in the past three years, she has become the face of the university on social media.
Date: Apr 30, 2026 - -
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Experts explain how Taylor Swift’s trademark strategy could redefine AI rights , articleAs AI voice-cloning technology and deepfakes become more prevalent, Taylor Swift is making a strategic legal move that could redefine how celebrities protect their legacies. Her recent trademark applications signal a shift in the battle against unauthorized AI content that moves beyond standard copyright. Virginia Tech experts Cayce Myers and Julia Feerrar explain why this is a good strategy to combat AI replication and other safeguards.
Date: Apr 30, 2026 - -
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Hoda to Hokies: Find a path you love and a community within it , articleKotb '86 made a half-day trip to Blacksburg to talk with students in the School of Communication and others in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences about her new app venture, Joy 101. This semester about 150 students in the college have been testing the app that Kotb launched in 2025.
Date: Apr 28, 2026 - -
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Emma Roshioru named Truman Scholar , articleRoshioru is the university’s first student since 2009 to receive the prestigious scholarship and has demonstrated a strong commitment to public service in the Blacksburg community.
Date: Apr 24, 2026 - -
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Expert looks ahead after Virginia voters approve new congressional districts , articleVirginia voters by a narrow margin passed a referendum allowing congressional districts to be gerrymandered in a manner that heavily favors Democrats, as a counter to Republican-skewed gerrymandering in other states. Questions remain as to what the long-term consequences will be. Virginia Tech political communications expert Cayce Myers shares his post-election analysis.
Date: Apr 22, 2026 - -
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Experts available: Iran war, oil prices and stock markets, Virginia redistricting, cycling in cities, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available this week to talk about issues in the news, including the Iran War, oil prices, the stock market, alternative transportation, and Autism Acceptance Month. To schedule an interview with any of them or if you need analysis on other topics, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Apr 20, 2026 - -
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These alumni excel in their professions, communities, and university support , articleThe College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences will honor its outstanding alumni during a ceremony on April 17.
Date: Apr 14, 2026 - -
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Experts available: Gas prices rising, Pope vs. Trump, significance of Orbán’s loss in Hungary, VA redistricting, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available this week to talk about issues in the news, the drought, and Autism Acceptance Month. To schedule an interview with any of them or if you need analysis on other topics, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Apr 13, 2026 - -
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Experts available: Iran War enters second month, Artemis II, spring & brain health, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to talk about issues in the news and offer seasonal advice on boosting brain health and restoring winter-damaged lawns. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Apr 06, 2026 - -
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Public Relations course provides feedback on Hoda Kotb's Joy 101 app , videoStudents in Writing and Editing for Public Relations are working with the Joy 101 app for prominent Virginia Tech Alumna Hoda Kotb, in hopes to make the app more relevant for college-age young adults. The course also tasks students to tailor their message design for delivery through various media, which included a visit from local NBC affiliate WSLS 10.
Date: Apr 03, 2026 - -
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Experts available: Iran war, troops deployed, TSA executive order, new NASA launch, plus all about Easter treats , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including the escalating war in Iran, President Trump’s executive order to fund TSA agents, record budget standoff in Congress, the upcoming Artemis II launch, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Mar 30, 2026 - -
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Experts available: Rising gas prices, ICE agents assisting TSA at airports, LaGuardia plane–fire truck collision, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, rising gas prices tied to the war in Iran, negotiations to open the Strait of Hormuz, ICE agents sent to help TSA at airports, the plane-fire truck collision at LaGuardia, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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In Hokie Treks, exploration meets opportunity , articleDuring spring break, 40 Hokies from the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences visited the National Museum of African American History and Culture and NBC4 in Washington, D.C., as part of the new program.
Date: Mar 20, 2026 - -
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Brackets or bust? Sports media expert offers March Madness insight , articleIn March Madness 2026, both men's and women's top seeded teams are programs with long histories of success, said Matthew Zimmerman, sports media analytics expert at Virginia Tech.
Date: Mar 18, 2026 -
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