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Rachel Kanefsky named 2020 Outstanding Senior for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences , articleKanefsky believes in leading by example. So much so, in fact, that Kanefsky wants to join the Army Veterinary Corps service provision in Africa.
Date: May 04, 2020 -
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Class of 2020: Inspiration from her middle school teacher drew Ashley Yanego to agricultural education and public service , articleEducation wasn’t emphasized for her growing up and college was not something that was discussed in childhood. In middle school, Ashley Yanego took an agricultural education class that, undoubtedly, changed her life – not only because of the topic but also because of her teacher.
Date: May 01, 2020 -
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Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center strives for industry innovations during COVID-19 , articleThe Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center is pushing the smartfarm boundaries in the seafood industry through expanding automation for processing to improve economic resiliency in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Date: Apr 30, 2020 -
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Four named as 2020 Bouchet Honor Society scholars , articleThree Ph.D. students and a recent doctoral graduate joined the Virginia Tech chapter of the Edward A. Bouchet Graduate Honor Society in April. Danielle Barber, Devon Lee, Anurag Mantha, and Elizabeth Spingola are members of the sixth class of inductees for the chapter.
Date: Apr 29, 2020 -
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Virginia Cooperative Extension expert offers tips for healthy eating at home during COVID-19 , articleAs these unprecedented times are navigated, it is important to maintain a nutritious diet at home – something that can be done with simple recipes with common, long-lasting ingredients found in your pantry.
Date: Apr 27, 2020 -
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Seed funding for junior faculty launches new projects , articleAwards from the Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science support new interdisciplinary projects, ranging from wireless charging for unmanned vehicles to the effects of microplastics on fish.
Date: Apr 27, 2020 -
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3D imaging expands access to rare insect collection , articleThe digital collection will include the digitized physical picture or 3D model of the insect and metadata including measurements, chemical compositions, ancient DNA information, and other biological or geographical information.
Date: Apr 23, 2020 -
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Alumna named to international advisory council that monitors food security impacts of COVID-19 , articleElsa Murano has been selected to represent the United States on the newly formed Food Security of the Americas Advisory Council — created to address the mounting food supply issues that are resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Date: Apr 22, 2020 -
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Virginia Tech researchers develop new COVID-19 tests to combat backlogs, shortages , articleVirginia Tech scientists have developed a new COVID-19 test and secured federal and state approvals to immediately begin processing samples at on-campus labs in Blacksburg and Roanoke.
Date: Apr 22, 2020 -
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New grants to expand forest farming in Appalachian woodlands and beyond , articleThe Appalachian Beginning Forest Farmer Coalition will use new funding to increase awareness about forest farming, improve producer capacity, and strengthen market connections for forest farmers in Appalachia and beyond.
Date: Apr 17, 2020 -
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Online commencement details announced , articleVirginia Tech will celebrate the Class of 2020 during online commencement exercises Friday, May 15, at 6:30 p.m. ET. The first-of-its-kind event will feature inspirational messages from notable Hokies, including Miss America 2020 Camille Schrier, legendary defensive coordinator Bud Foster, and world-renowned poet and University Distinguished Professor Nikki Giovanni.
Date: Apr 14, 2020 -
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Macroeconomics comes to life in Mike Ellerbrock’s digital classroom , articleEllerbrock uses lessons from current COVID-19 pandemic events to drive home economic principles in his online classes.
Date: Apr 14, 2020 -
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Virginia Cooperative Extension expert offers tips for safely buying take-out food and packages during COVID-19 , articleThe reliance on take-out and food delivery has increased because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and, while the food supply is safe, there are ways to emphasize food safety from these sources.
Date: Apr 10, 2020 -
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Chimes of support for health care workers , articleVirginia Tech is joining many around the world in signaling solidarity with medical professionals like Laura Hachani '98 with the ringing of bells or chimes.
Date: Apr 07, 2020 -
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Virginia Tech experts say food supply chain is strong and resilient despite COVID-19 , articleThe food supply chain will be able to withstand the COVID-19 pandemic and continue to feed Americans across the country, two Virginia Tech experts said.
Date: Apr 07, 2020 -
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Kids’ Tech University connects young learners with STEM , articleKids’ Tech University returned to Virginia Tech’s Blacksburg campus for its 11th annual program. Hosted by the Fralin Life Sciences Institute in partnership with Virginia 4-H, KTU bridges the gap between kids and scientists by showing kids that science is truly all around them.
Date: Apr 02, 2020 -
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Microbial Systems mini-symposium highlights small organisms with big impacts , articleOn March 6, faculty and students discussed "wicked" societal challenges through participation in the second annual Microbial Systems mini-symposium at Virginia Tech.
Date: Apr 02, 2020 -
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Virginia Cooperative Extension nutrition expert gives tips on staying active and eating healthy during COVID-19 pandemic , articleWith the spread of COVID-19, countless people are working from home and adjusting their eating habits and activity accordingly. It is important to try to retain your normal eating habits and stay active, even if the options look different.
Date: Apr 02, 2020 -
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Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize takes on a new name and a new, virtual venue , articleThe 2020 finalists for the Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize represent majors ranging from creative writing to biology, animal and poultry science, multimedia journalism, and civil engineering.
Date: Apr 02, 2020 -
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Entomologist’s tips for installing and maintaining native bee 'houses' , articleBee boxes, often called bee “houses” or “hotels,” offer an opportunity to learn about Virginia’s solitary bees while helping pollinators. However, if constructed improperly or neglected after installation, these habitats can actually be harmful to solitary bees.
Date: Apr 01, 2020
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