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Concert brings together the area’s finest old-time, bluegrass, and heritage musicians and dancers , articleCelebrate the vibrant cultural traditions of Southwest Virginia with music, singing, storytelling, flatfooting, and square dancing at the Moss Arts Center on Friday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Jun 28, 2022 -
Video ItemJuneteenth Celebration of Black Scientists and Engineers , video
The Virginia Tech community gathered at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC for the Juneteenth celebration on June 17 in Roanoke. Black researchers, educators, and leaders described their career paths and research contributions in the health sciences. The program also highlighted the importance of embracing opportunities for all under-represented groups through diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy.
Date: Jun 27, 2022 -
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More than music, the New Virginians made friendships for life , articleVirginia Tech students performed as singers and dancers and served as technical and support staff for a traveling musical revue that delighted audiences across the country and inspired connections that would last for decades.
Date: Jun 24, 2022 -
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Fourth-generation grad adds to Ecuadorian family's Hokie legacy , articleCarlos Andrade Coello earned his degree in industrial systems engineering this spring, making him the fourth generation of the Andrade family to graduate from Virginia Tech. It's a streak that dates back to his great-grandfather Carlos Andrade Ribas earning a chemistry degree in 1944.
Date: Jun 23, 2022 -
Video ItemEx Lapide & Alumni Association represent Virginia Tech at Capital Pride 2022 , video
Ex Lapide and alumni hosted the Virginia Tech booth during the weekend festivities of Capital Pride 2022. To encourage fellowship and to represent the needs of Virginia Tech's LGBTQIA+ community is continuously the goal. The success of the society depends on alumni, students, faculty, staff, and other partners, who are willing to volunteer and support the efforts of the society.
Date: Jun 15, 2022 -
Video ItemJuneteenth event to celebrate Black scientists and engineers , video
Audra Barnes, Kenneth Young, and Monet Roberts are part of the organizing committee for the Juneteenth Celebration of Black Scientists and Engineers, hosted by the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC on June 17, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will showcase the stories and achievements of eight Black leaders among those succeeding in STEM fields, who will describe their journeys – including barriers, challenges, and opportunities. In-person attendance is encouraged. People may register to attend on the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute website.
Date: Jun 15, 2022 -
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Juneteenth event to celebrate Black scientists and engineers , articleThe June 17 event will feature eight accomplished speakers and panelists, including three from Virginia Tech.
Date: Jun 14, 2022 -
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Radio IQ launches podcast series 'Memory Wars' to examine race and prejudice , articleThe podcast series, which debuted on June 9, explores how Germany reckoned with the history of the Holocaust and lessons that can be learned as America grapples with a legacy of slavery and racism.
Date: Jun 10, 2022 -
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Summer Arts Festival brings free family fun to downtown Blacksburg , articleThe festival will feature outdoor concerts, live theater, music, art exhibits, and more throughout the summer months.
Date: Jun 08, 2022 -
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The Moss Arts Center summer exhibitions explore the culture of place , articleNow on view, the exhibitions feature “Legacy of Place,” a solo show by Lilian Garcia-Roig examining her personal connections to land and place, and “MaterPolis,” a 10-person show exploring what it means to live in a city.
Date: Jun 08, 2022 -
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Grammy Award-winning Ranky Tanky brings a savory taste of low country soul , articleExperience an evening of grooves, funk, and fun with the Charleston, South Carolina-based quintet at the Moss Arts Center on Friday, June 10, at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Jun 01, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech hosts local leaders for conversation about child care , articleIn the hope of advancing a collective effort, President Tim Sands invited leaders of the New River Valley's top 50 employers, education institutions, and municipalities to come together and discuss the current child care environment and its impact on the region.
Date: May 31, 2022 -
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Robert E. Denton Jr., director of the School of Communication, to retire , articleDenton has spent 34 years at Virginia Tech, with 32 of those in a leadership position. "Bob Denton has represented excellence in every sector of academic life — scholarship, teaching, community service, and dedication to his institution and the Commonwealth of Virginia,” said Larry Sabato.
Date: May 31, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech alumna connects tourists and locals with things to do in Washington, D.C. , articleJade Womack, who graduated in 2015 with a degree in applied economics management, created created Clockout D.C., a calendar blog with a popular Instagram following that provides information on upcoming events in and around the D.C. area.
Date: May 30, 2022 -
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Early childhood educators reflect, share, and learn during symposium , articleMore than 100 early childhood educators from throughout the New River Valley attended Virginia Tech’s Early Childhood Symposium on May 6. The all-day event provided them the opportunity to learn from world-renowned experts in the field, as well as time to network with local educators, in the hope of addressing the region’s issues related to their field.
Date: May 24, 2022 -
Video ItemCoach Pry visits the Innovation Campus , video
The Innovation Campus welcomes Coach Pry as he sits and speaks to his vision, goals and ambitions at Virginia Tech.
Date: May 20, 2022 -
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Help for Hokies after graduation , articleVirginia Tech mental health professionals Erica Coates and Swathi Prabhu share insights and guidance related to mental health and well-being for Hokies to use during the months and years that follow graduation.
Date: May 17, 2022 -
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Virginia Tech is accepting submissions for its Future Faculty Diversity Program , articleThe program is designed to assist departments with identifying and recruiting talent within strategic populations that are historically underrepresented.
Date: May 12, 2022 -
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Class of 2022: Austin Askew revels in role in blending cadet training with compassion , articleAskew has been at the center of upholding the traditions of Virginia Tech and its Corps of Cadets while also evolving them for the next generation of Hokies.
Date: May 10, 2022 -
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Aspire! Awards' 10th anniversary highlights Virginia Tech’s culture of service , articleIn his opening remarks, President Tim Sands spoke about Virginia Tech’s culture of service – the Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) difference that elevates a Virginia Tech education. "Ut Prosim is a personal commitment that takes shape as we find our strengths and talents and discover our passions," he said. "Our Aspirations for Student Learning encourage that personal exploration and growth."
Date: May 09, 2022
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