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10 tips to enhance your relationship on Valentine’s Day without spending a dime , articleVirginia Tech’s Mariana Falconier says that couples are often pressured with temptations to spend money, but offers tips to bring a little levity to relationships, help strengthen connections, and save money in the process.
Date: Feb 05, 2020 -
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Wuhan coronavirus links origin to wild animals, says wildlife epidemiology expert , articleThe consumption of wildlife in China may be the main driver of the country’s coronavirus outbreak, says a Virginia Tech expert.
Date: Jan 31, 2020 -
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Controversial Super Bowl PSA suggests new directions in corporate social responsibility, according to Virginia Tech expert , articleThe National Football League is receiving a mixed bag of criticism and praise for public service announcements featuring victims of police violence. Virginia Tech’s Nneka Logan, who specializes in corporate communication, race, and diversity, says it is important to pay attention to this because the partnership suggests an innovative direction for corporate social responsibility.
Date: Jan 30, 2020 -
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Trump to release his long-awaited Middle East peace plan, expert available to discuss political implications , articleVirginia Tech’s foreign policy expert Joel Peters is skeptical that the plan will jumpstart the long-stalled effort to bring Israelis and Palestinians together. “Early reports indicate that it will heavily favor Israeli positions and the Palestinians, who were not invited to Washington this week and have already rejected the plan.”
Date: Jan 28, 2020 -
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Media invite: Roanoke event to focus on future of AI and what it means for humans , articleVirginia Tech humanities scholar Sylvester Johnson will deliver a talk on the future of artificial intelligence and what it means for humans.
Date: Jan 23, 2020 -
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China-U.S. Phase One trade deal: Virginia Tech expert available to discuss agricultural impacts of deal , articleWhile some question the long-term outcome of the deal, Virginia Tech agriculture trade expert Jason Grant believes that the Phase One deal could bring many benefits to U.S. farmers.
Date: Jan 21, 2020 -
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Deeply divided nation watches as impeachment trial begins; Virginia Tech political expert available to provide context , articleVirginia Tech political scientist Karen Hult will be available to discuss developments in the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. Hult teaches political science at Virginia Tech, with expertise in the U.S. Presidency and Organizational and Institutional Theory.
Date: Jan 21, 2020 -
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Media Advisory: Central Park Five highlight Virginia Tech’s MLK keynote event , articleAs part of Virginia Tech’s week-long commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the university will present a keynote discussion with the Central Park Five. The group was the focus of a highly publicized trial in the Central Park jogger case in New York City leading to their conviction and imprisonment as teenagers in 1990, and subsequent exoneration in 2002.
Date: Jan 21, 2020 -
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Iowa caucuses, New Hampshire primaries no longer do-or-die for candidates , articleIowa and New Hampshire used to be considered king-makers, in that they determined who would be the front-runner in the nomination. People are noticing those states are not representative of the American population or the Democratic party.
Date: Jan 14, 2020 -
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On the Record with Virginia Tech: Drone technology taking flight , articleJoin Virginia Tech’s drone technology and policy expert Mark Blanks for a discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing the drone industry.
Date: Jan 08, 2020 -
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Risk of cyberattack for individuals not substantially greater, according to Virginia Tech expert , articleMost Americans are at no substantially greater risk of cyberattack related to on-going tensions with Iran, according to a Virginia Tech's Aaron Brantly.
Date: Jan 07, 2020 -
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Expert: Soleimani’s killing will change course of Iranian goals in Iraq, cause U.S. political fallout , articleA U.S. drone strike that has killed top Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani will complicate Iraqi politics tremendously, says Mehrzad Boroujerdi, an internationally recognized expert on Iran and Middle Eastern politics at Virginia Tech.
Date: Jan 03, 2020 -
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Miss America shines the spotlight on science; Virginia Tech alum inspires kids with STEM education , articleVirginia Tech alum Camille Schrier’s victory in the Miss America 2020 not only shined the spotlight on science but it will inspire many other young girls to explore STEM opportunities.
Date: Dec 20, 2019 -
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Media Advisory: Be careful if using boxwood for holiday décor , articleWith its glossy, green foliage, boxwood can look beautiful when used for holiday greenery. Still to protect your landscape boxwood, it’s probably best to consider using other type of greenery.
Date: Dec 19, 2019 -
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Media Advisory: More than 2,500 Hokies will graduate Friday at Virginia Tech’s fall commencement ceremonies , articleMedia members planning to cover the ceremony are asked to RSVP to vtnews@vt.edu by noon on Thursday, December 19. Credentials will not be issued but reporters/photographers/videographers are asked to display a media ID badge.
Date: Dec 18, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech researcher: Don't be afraid to tackle differences at the holiday dinner table , articleDon't avoid contentious issues with friends and family, but rather find the time and space to engage in productive dialogue around them.
Date: Dec 11, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech expert: Is providing preschool for lower-income families enough? , articleLow-income families have fewer high-quality resources available to support their young children. Governor Ralph Northam’s executive directive to establish an executive leadership team to focus on school readiness is a step in the right direction.
Date: Dec 09, 2019 -
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Travel and tourism expert offers tips for easing stress during the busy holiday season , articleTravel plans this holiday season? Virginia Tech's travel and tourism expert says that people should be mindful of their interactions with hospitality workers during this stressful and busy time.
Date: Dec 06, 2019 -
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Cybersecurity expert offers tips for protecting the privacy and safety of children from internet-connected toys , articleParents who purchase electronic toys for their kids this holiday season should keep in mind the privacy and security risks associated with toys that are connected to the internet.
Date: Dec 05, 2019 -
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Holiday office parties without regrets; setting guidelines for acceptable behavior , articleIn this season of workplace holiday gatherings, Virginia Tech expert William Becker says it’s important for organizations to lay out rules for acceptable behavior at these functions.
Date: Dec 04, 2019
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