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Study abroad experience in Panama gets well-connected boost , articleA new study abroad program provides students with opportunities to explore global logistics and infrastructure through exclusive access to influential leaders and real-world projects. The transformative experience, made possible by a well-connected alumna, showcases the value of combining academic rigor with intercultural learning.
Date: Apr 25, 2024 -
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Students use study abroad trip to focus on food security in South Africa , articleA dozen of the 14 students who traveled to South Africa were part of the global food security and health minor housed in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Date: Apr 22, 2024 -
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From field sites to C-suites , articleThree alumni of the College of Natural Resources and Environment share their stories of moving into executive leadership roles in the field of conservation science and advocacy.
Date: Mar 11, 2024 -
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Pamplin office receives back-to-back Inspiring Programs in Business Awards , articleThe Pamplin College of Business was recognized by Insight Into Diversity magazine for its DEIB Around the World program. The study abroad program contributes to Virginia Tech’s commitment to fostering global perspectives, cultural exchange, and inclusive excellence.
Date: Feb 29, 2024 -
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'Writing saved me': Alumna Vonda Paige makes a masterful pivot , articlePaige moved from a career in journalism to become an award-winning executive producer/producer of documentary films. Her film "The Woodstock of House" chronicles the rise of Chicago house music and is finishing up a run of 17 film festivals this year.
Date: Feb 28, 2024 -
Video ItemStudents study abroad in Antarctica , video
Professor Lynn Resler of the Department of Geography led a study abroad course to Antarctica. Virginia Tech students visited the remote continent while learning about the history of exploration to Antarctica, current conservation efforts to protect the terrestrial and marine ecosystems, and the geographic and interdisciplinary dimensions of the polar region.
Date: Feb 27, 2024 -
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Empowering tomorrow's leaders: Virginia Tech's Presidential Scholars tackle public health challenges , articleWith ambitions ranging from health care accessibility consulting to pediatric medicine, and supported by a comprehensive system of financial aid, mentorship, and research opportunities, these scholars are poised to make significant impacts on public health, reflecting Virginia Tech's dedication to access and service.
Date: Feb 27, 2024 -
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The Antarctica journals , articleVirginia Tech students shares experiences and insights traveling to Antarctica over the winter break.
Date: Feb 19, 2024 -
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President’s address spotlights how study abroad helps Hokies broaden their horizons , articleDuring the State of the University address, President Tim Sands’ interview two students at the Steger Center for International Scholarship in Switzerland offered a glimpse into the powerful effect of study abroad.
Date: Feb 09, 2024 -
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Grants to make global learning opportunities more accessible , articleThe Global Education Office, backed by the provost’s office, is offering Program Development Grants to faculty members for the creation or revitalization of global-at-home or study abroad courses. The Global Education Office is also increasing study abroad scholarship opportunities for students. This initiative aims to enhance students' global and intercultural learning opportunities in Blacksburg and worldwide.
Date: Feb 08, 2024 -
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Finding love and purpose: Alumni attest to Steger Center's impact , articleSharing stories of personal growth, love, and professional development, alumni who have studied at Virginia Tech’s European hub reflect on the enduring impact of their study abroad experiences.
Date: Jan 29, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech establishes its first living-learning community outside the U.S. , articleThe Steger Center for International Scholarship, the university’s only center outside the United States, and Student Affairs are launching Virginia Tech’s 22nd living-learning community, Casa Maderni.
Date: Jan 10, 2024 -
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Five things to consider when thinking about studying abroad , articleStudying abroad presents opportunities to learn countless new things about the world around you. Different places can provide insight to different things, so it is important to consider exactly what you want to get out of your time abroad.
Date: Nov 15, 2023 -
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Civil engineering students gain global perspectives during semester at the Steger Center in Switzerland , articleAfter being cancelled in the spring of 2020 because of the pandemic, the long-awaited civil and environmental engineering semester abroad program in Switzerland is bringing memorable experiences to students.
Date: Nov 13, 2023 -
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From Blacksburg to the Big Apple: Hokie intern finds spotlight with Paramount+ , articleElizabeth Britt, a senior in the School of Communication, worked with Paramount+ this summer in New York City as a program and originals marketing intern.
Date: Sep 27, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech’s global reach: Hokies take maroon and orange around the world , articleIn just the past year alone, the Virginia Tech flag has flown on all seven continents as Hokies traveled to over 50 countries to engage in study abroad experiences, pursue global research collaborations, and tackle international service projects. On Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Global Education Office will host its annual Study Abroad Fair on the Drillfield.
Date: Sep 22, 2023 -
Video ItemTales from the Galapagos: Study Abroad Spring 2023 , video
In this captivating journey, join Professors Ignacio Moore and William Hopkins—experts in Biological Sciences and Fish and Wildlife Conservation, respectively—as they guide a diverse group of Hokies on an extraordinary study abroad adventure to the Galapagos Islands. From students majoring in various academic disciplines to the unique wildlife encounters, this trip offers an unparalleled educational experience you won't want to miss.
Date: Sep 21, 2023 -
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Students explore bamboo’s potential for sustainable housing in Ecuador , articleAssociate Professor Jonas Hauptman and a group of students teamed with the Regeneration Field Institute to build an experimental cabin on the institute’s 71.5-acre Los Arboleros Farm, a tropical dry forest in the rural, agrarian community of Chone, Ecuador.
Date: Sep 21, 2023 -
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International tour gives men’s basketball team a taste of studying abroad , articleThe Hokies recently completed a nine-day tour in Switzerland and Italy. Graduate student Robbie Beran said the trip was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to taste a part of the Virginia Tech experience he would otherwise never get to have: studying abroad.
Date: Sep 12, 2023 -
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Honoring his life: Spanish professors create scholarship in memory of late son , articleProfessors María del Carmen Caña Jiménez and Vinodh Venkatesh created a $100,000 endowed scholarship in honor of their late son that will provide funding for Spanish majors to study abroad.
Date: Aug 28, 2023
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