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Beyond Boundaries lecture series to offer discussion on ‘generous thinking’ and the future of universities , articleKathleen Fitzpatrick, author of "Generous Thinking: A Radical Approach to Saving the University" and director of digital humanities at Michigan State University, will visit multiple Virginia Tech locations Oct. 8-10.
Date: Oct 03, 2019 -
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Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign now underway , articleThe 2019 Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign kicked off on Sept. 30. State employees raise and donate money to participating charities in their communities and across the commonwealth.
Date: Oct 01, 2019 -
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In memoriam: Philip Kronenberg, professor emeritus in the School of Public and International Affairs , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community since 1977, Kronenberg was a co-founder of the Center for Public Administration and Policy in the School of Public and International Affairs.
Date: Sep 24, 2019 -
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Rebekah Gunn joins Office of Government Relations , articleShe will work on a team anchored by Executive Director of Governmental Relations Christopher Yianilos in Arlington and Director of State Relations Elizabeth Hooper in Richmond.
Date: Sep 23, 2019 -
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New human development and family science chair seeks to elevate students, faculty, and staff , articleNineteen-year veteran of the Virginia Tech faculty April Few-Demo brings to her new role a collegial attitude for the advancement of students and colleagues.
Date: Sep 20, 2019 -
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Tech talent focus cited for helping lure Amazon to Northern Virginia , articleAmazon’s Holly Sullivan said Virginia’s $1 billion plan to bolster the tech talent pipeline – which includes the Innovation Campus – was key to the company’s decision to pick a combined Arlington-Alexandria bid. Sullivan joined Virginia Tech President Tim Sands at the opening keynote panel of the Urban Land Institute’s fall meeting.
Date: Sep 19, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech Transportation Institute awarded grants for automated vehicle research , articleThis $15 million in funding enables the institute to drive forward its commitment to developing safety-first, data-based solutions to the nation’s transportation challenges.
Date: Sep 18, 2019 -
General ItemMessage from Gov. Ralph Northam: Health Benefits Premium Holiday
All eligible state employees will receive a health benefits premium holiday during October 2019.
Date: Sep 11, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech launches ‘Tech for Humanity’ to ensure technologies are in service to humanity , articleLed by Sylvester Johnson, the initiative reflects Virginia Tech’s commitment to advancing human-centered approaches to technology innovation.
Date: Sep 03, 2019 -
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Board of Visitors advances capital projects at August meeting , articleOver the three-day meeting, board members received several reports on various topics, including faculty and staff recruitment and retention efforts; academic and research programs in the greater Washington, D.C., metro area; advancement initiatives; and the parking and transportation program in Blacksburg.
Date: Aug 26, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech Mandela Washington Fellows benefit from leadership training, give back to Northern Virginia communities , articleThe School of Public and International Affairs recently hosted 25 young leaders representing 13 African countries for leadership training, professional networking, and community engagement in Northern Virginia.
Date: Aug 23, 2019 -
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Davon Woodard heads to South Africa for first phase of research on social networks in minority communities , articleThe Ph.D. student and National Science Foundation research trainee in the multidisciplinary UrbComp program, administered through the Discovery Analytics Center, will compare online and offline social networks to provide urban planners and local leaders with insights and expanded tools to increase the voice and visibility of historically marginalized citizens.
Date: Aug 22, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech Board of Visitors to meet Aug. 24-26 , articleDuring the three-day meeting, which will be held at Virginia Tech facilities in the Northern Virginia area, board members will receive reports on academic initiatives in the region, university advancement, and campus parking and transportation.
Date: Aug 16, 2019 -
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Emily Roediger named director of communications for the College of Architecture and Urban Studies , articleIn her new role, Roediger will lead an integrated, digitally driven communications strategy that highlights college impact, drives constituent engagement, and builds upon the college’s international profile.
Date: Aug 07, 2019 -
General ItemEmployees can now complete tax forms online
New and current Virginia Tech employees who are also U.S. citizens or permanent residents can now complete their federal W4 and Virginia VA4 tax forms online.
Date: Aug 05, 2019 -
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Virginia Cyber Range to host annual cybersecurity education conference , articleThe 2nd annual Virginia Cybersecurity Education Conference will take place Aug. 13-14 at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.
Date: Aug 02, 2019 -
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Timothy Luke returns as chair of Department of Political Science , articleThirty-eight years ago, Luke joined Virginia Tech as an assistant professor of political science. Since then, his legacy has included university accolades in service, leadership, and program creation. And now, for the fourth time, he has been chosen for a familiar role.
Date: Aug 01, 2019 -
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New Virginia Tech recruiting and onboarding system is live , articleThe new system provides an enhanced experience with a number of benefits for both applicants and internal users.
Date: Jul 23, 2019 -
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Employee professional development recognized at recent ceremony , articleDuring the 2018-19 academic year, more than 130 employees completed professional development and research administration certificate programs.
Date: Jul 22, 2019 -
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Don Maffei named interim chief executive officer of the Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation , articleMaffei has served since 2017 as the vice president of finance and administration for the organization, which helps forge connections between Virginia Tech's research enterprise and industry and government groups seeking technological and data solutions.
Date: Jul 12, 2019
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