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In memoriam: Ronald Kemnitzer, professor emeritus of industrial design , articleKemnitzer was an educator, leader, and designer who guided Virginia Tech’s industrial design program to national recognition.
Date: Jan 13, 2026 - -
Video ItemDean Liu’s studio crawls: Listening, learning, and engaging with students , video
Almost every day, Dean Lu Liu of the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design takes the time to walk through studios, classrooms, and common spaces to meet students where they are. From asking about projects to learning how the semester is going, his visits reflect his deep care for students and a commitment to fostering creativity and collaboration.
Date: Jan 07, 2026 - -
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Dean Lu Liu named Industrial Designers Society of America Fellow , articleThe designation recognizes Liu's lasting contributions to the field of industrial design and commitment to advancing the profession.
Date: Dec 09, 2025 - -
Video ItemVirginia Tech Advantage helps undergraduate focus on academics , video
Jaylee Lederhouse, a second-year landscape architecture student, is one of more than 700 students supported by the Presidential Scholarship Initiative, a cornerstone of Virginia Tech Advantage. In addition to tuition assistance, she receives financial assistance with off-campus housing, groceries, study abroad, and material costs associated with her major. "Being able to just pour all of my energy into my work is really important to me and I think it has made all the difference," said Lederhouse. The Presidential Scholarship Initiative is expanding with enrollment reaching 718 students in 2025–26.
Date: Nov 04, 2025 - -
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Hokies turn internships into real-world impact , articleCollege of Architecture, Arts, and Design students applied their creativity and skills to projects ranging from designing footwear and developing a film to planning community spaces and designing visuals for outdoor brands.
Date: Nov 03, 2025 - -
Video ItemSeeing, understanding and representing landscapes through sketching , video
Students in Shaun Rosier's landscape architecture are encouraged to take an inquisitive look at the landscapes and built environments that surround us.
Date: Oct 30, 2025 - -
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Expanding opportunity, strengthening community: Virginia Tech Advantage grows , articleWith record number of students in the Presidential Scholarship Initiative, the university advances its land-grant mission of access and affordability.
Date: Oct 27, 2025 - -
Video ItemVirginia Tech Advantage helps undergraduate focus on academics , video
Jaylee Lederhouse, a second-year landscape architecture student, is one of more than 700 students supported by the Presidential Scholarship Initiative, a cornerstone of Virginia Tech Advantage. In addition to tuition assistance, she receives financial assistance with off-campus housing, groceries, study abroad, and material costs associated with her major. "Being able to just pour all of my energy into my work is really important to me and I think it has made all the difference," said Lederhouse. The Presidential Scholarship Initiative is expanding with enrollment reaching 718 students in 2025–26.
Date: Oct 23, 2025 - -
Video ItemSeeing, understanding and representing landscapes through sketching , video
Students in Shaun Rosier's landscape architecture are encouraged to take an inquisitive look at the landscapes and built environments that surround us.
Date: Oct 20, 2025 - -
Video ItemIndustrial Design course teaches the art of perfection , video
Ben Kirkland's Design Visualization class teaches up and coming designers the value of being precise and how to communicate effectively when sketching out their concepts.
Date: Sep 30, 2025 - -
Video ItemIndustrial Design course teaches the art of perfection , video
Ben Kirkland's Design Visualization class teaches up and coming designers the value of being precise and how to communicate effectively when sketching out their concepts.
Date: Sep 19, 2025 - -
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'Curious Conversations' podcast: Jonas Hauptman talks about building better with bamboo , articleHauptman talked about journey into nontraditional materials, the challenges of using bamboo in construction, and the potential impact bamboo might have in addressing global housing shortages.
Date: Sep 15, 2025 - -
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Somiah Lattimore named executive director of the Apex Center for Entrepreneurs , articleLattimore will replace Sean Collins, who has been serving as the interim director since 2023.
Date: Sep 10, 2025 - -
Video ItemArchitecture researchers design faster, more affordable housing , video
Bobby Vance, assistant professor in the School of Architecture, and a team of researchers are working alongside industry partner Van Metre Homes to expand upon the award-winning FutureHAUS concept. FutureHAUS explores the process of prefabrication to deliver modular structures that integrate smart technologies, energy efficient systems, and new materials.
Date: Aug 05, 2025 - -
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Building a university from the ground up in Saudi Arabia , articleThe Center for International Research, Education, and Development is co-designing a new university with the Almoosa Group, helping to shape everything from curriculum and faculty development to accreditation and long-term partnerships.
Date: Jul 01, 2025 - -
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Apparel, housing, and resource management programs joining the School of Design , articleThe reorganization will foster faculty collaboration and expand experiential learning and career development opportunities for students.
Date: Jun 30, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech fog harp gets an upgrade , articleEngineering and industrial design faculty came together in 2018 to create the fog harp, a new approach for harvesting water from fog. Seven years later, the team has dramatically improved its design by developing a hybrid harvester that combines the best aspects of existing nets and harps.
Date: Jun 12, 2025 - -
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Meet Aiden, the School of Design’s facility dog , articleAiden, the first facility dog in an academic unit at Virginia Tech, brings comfort, connection, and emotional support to students in the School of Design.
Date: Jun 11, 2025 - -
Video ItemMeet the interior design seniors: Virginia Tech and Gensler prepare graduates for success , video
At Virginia Tech’s annual Meet the Interior Design Seniors event, graduating students showcase their thesis projects and connect with industry leaders—thanks to an ongoing career-shaping partnership with global design firm Gensler. See how this collaboration empowers students to launch their professional journeys with confidence and creativity. More to come…
Date: May 29, 2025 - -
Video ItemShaping the Future with Fungi , video
As part of a funded research project through Virginia Tech’s College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, graduate architecture student Avery Gendell explored advanced molding techniques with mycelium composites to develop sustainable design solutions. Gendell’s work demonstrates how hands-on experimentation empowers students to drive innovation and deepen learning through real-world impact.
Date: May 23, 2025 -
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