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Virginia Tech will honor five alumni at commencement , articleDuring commencement exercises, the following awards will be presented: the Ut Prosim Medal, the University Distinguished Achievement Award, and the Alumni Distinguished Service Award.
Date: May 06, 2024 -
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Expert says fireflies aren’t going extinct, but their numbers are dwindling , articleFor many people, fireflies lighting up backyards is a sign of summertime. The thrill of catching them in a jar and releasing them back into the wild is a childhood pastime. But if you have noticed a decline in fireflies over the years, you’re not alone. Virginia Tech entomologist Eric Day explains why climate and urban development are playing a big role in the decreasing numbers.
Date: May 06, 2024 -
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Experts for 2024 Paris Summer Olympics , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews surrounding a variety of topics and research ahead of this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris.
Date: May 03, 2024 -
Video ItemPlanting the CEED for Community , video
For more than 30 years, the Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Diversity (CEED) has supported college and K-12 students through a community of people-powered academic and summer programs driven by mentorship and guidance. The programs, such as Summer STEP, C-Tech², and more, assist underrepresented engineering students through the pre-college, undergraduate, and graduate curriculum. After creating the center in 1992, Associate Dean of Equity and Engagement and Director of CEED, Bevlee Watford, reflects on the organization’s growth and its impact on the Virginia Tech community past and present.
Date: May 03, 2024 -
Video ItemClass of 2024: Jack Micallef leaves legacy of creativity and social media savvy , video
Jack Micallef '24 spent the majority of his years at Virginia Tech creating social media content for University Libraries. The packaging systems and design major left his creative mark on the university, and he encourages all Hokies to step out of their comfort zones to discover new skills and opportunities.
Date: May 02, 2024 -
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‘The Fall Guy’ brings deserved recognition to stunt work, expert shares trade insights , articleThe new action movie “The Fall Guy” intends to bring more recognition to the often-anonymous profession of stunt performer. Virginia Tech theater professor Cara Rawlings specializes in choreographing fights and falls for stage productions, and students of hers have gone on to successful stunt work careers in film and television. She discusses what goes into stunt work in stage and cinema and why more credit is needed.
Date: May 02, 2024 -
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2024 Faculty and Staff AwardsThe university congratulates faculty and staff members for their contributions in a number of categories, from advising students to championing outreach and research.
Date: May 01, 2024 -
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New automatic emergency braking safety standard will save lives, expert explains , articleA new federal safety standard adopted this week by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will require new cars to have automatic emergency braking systems. Zachary Doerzaph, executive director of the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, spoke about the research into automatic emergency braking (AEB) that supports this new standard and the reasons why it will save lives.
Date: May 01, 2024 -
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Cybersecurity activity book aims to teach children about online safety , articleFaculty from the Virginia Tech National Security Institute developed “Cyber Snackz Adventures in Cybersecurity.” The activity book teaches elementary school students about internet safety in an age-appropriate, fun and educational way using engaging activities and coloring pages.
Date: Apr 30, 2024 -
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Finding success as a nontraditional student , articleBeka Olson’s journey to obtaining her bachelor’s degree transpired over 11 years, four universities, and a myriad of various jobs. But as the 28-year-old agribusiness major will tell you, her circuitous path is what led her to Virginia Tech and discovering her purpose. This May, she will graduate from Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and continue to work as an assistant to a worldwide Instagram food influencer.
Date: Apr 29, 2024 -
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Pursuit of Happiness: Expert shares tips on achieving joy amidst life challenges , articleAmericans have been experiencing a decrease in overall happiness and the U.S. Surgeon General has announced loneliness and isolation are national epidemics. Experts say this is due to social isolation, lack of physical activity, decreased leisure time outside, and economic concerns all playing a part. Virginia Tech health and wellness expert Samantha Harden shares her ways to flip the script.
Date: Apr 29, 2024 -
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Evening of Gratitude: Celebrating impact and shared purpose , articleThe veterinary college recently celebrated its annual "Evening of Gratitude," a special event dedicated to honoring the donors whose generosity not only supports the dreams of aspiring veterinarians but also amplifies their potential to make a lasting impact on countless lives and communities.
Date: Apr 29, 2024 -
Video ItemInaugural class of fellows celebrate completion of Institute for Leadership in Technology program , video
The Virginia Tech Center for Humanities celebrated the inaugural class of 2024 Institute for Leadership in Technology fellows with a ceremony in Arlington April 25. After seven months of rigorous coursework, the cohort earned an Executive Leadership Certificate from Virginia Tech.
Date: Apr 26, 2024 -
Video ItemInspiring preschoolers to find their rhythm , video
The Moss Arts Center partnered with the School of Performing Arts, the Marching Virginians, and Giles County Public Schools to bring music and the arts to pre-kindergartners.
Date: Apr 26, 2024 -
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‘Fallout’ success: video game nostalgia spans multiple media, explains expert , articleMention the name “Fallout” to a dedicated gamer, and you might well see their eyes light up with nostalgia. Amazon Prime’s new “Fallout” TV show racked up high scores with critics and audiences alike. Virginia Tech media expert James Ivory answered questions about the appeal of “Fallout” and what its success could mean for the future of entertainment media.
Date: Apr 26, 2024 -
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Alumni foster academic advancement through the Moraco Challenge , articleBy increasing the College of Engineering’s endowment, donors support junior faculty and graduate student research with immediate access to funding.
Date: Apr 26, 2024 -
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Membership in Action Collaborative marks milestone for sexual violence prevention work , articleThe National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has accepted Virginia Tech into the Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education. The peer network is dedicated to making higher education a safer environment in which to work and learn.
Date: Apr 26, 2024 -
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Bevlee A. Watford to deliver College of Engineering commencement address as Distinguished Alumni Speaker , articleAfter a career of achievements and impact at Virginia Tech, Watford will share her insight on navigating life’s transitions before retiring this summer.
Date: Apr 25, 2024 -
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Kelley Corvin named chief advancement officer for Corps of Cadets , articleCorvin will lead the corps’ advancement team in engaging alumni, family, and friends to support cadets with scholarship and experiential learning opportunities while increasing operational funding for the corps.
Date: Apr 25, 2024
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