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- - Researchers develop long-sought genetic system for unlocking mysteries of special deep-sea methanogen
    Researchers have developed a genetic system for an ancient single-celled organism that resides in deep-sea volcanoes. The breakthrough could result in supplements that aid digestion in humans and animals.
- - Students learn bounty of business experiences by managing campus farm stand
    Seven students enrolled in the new Farm Market Field Study course take shifts managing the Homefield Farm Stand at Turner Place at Lavery Hall. The stand sells nearly 30 different types of vegetables grown at Homefield Farm.
- - Tackling the challenges of wildlife field work and breaking trail for an expanded Virginia Tech footprint in Africa
    Professor Kathleen Alexander’s new immersive overseas study course in Botswana focuses on training undergraduate students on the many facets of wildlife work.
- - Department of Food Science and Technology ranked among best in nation for both its undergraduate and master’s programs
    The Department of Food Science and Technology placed ninth on Successful Student’s list of the 10 best bachelor’s in food science and nutrition programs in the country and eighth on its list of best master’s in food science programs.
- - Class of 2019: Agricultural and applied economics major finds calling in underrepresented communities
    Marquelle Benn graduates this December with a newfound understanding of her career calling - helping communities better themselves.
- - Virginia Cooperative Extension to host 2019 Valley Beef Conference on Dec. 12 in Rockingham
    The major focus of the program is the use of corn silage in beef operations, both for calves over winter and as base ration for cow herds.
- - Hokie BugFest strives to make science more accessible for individuals with special needs
    To engage the whole community in science, Hokie BugFest makes it a priority to accommodate children with autism and other special needs.
- - Virginia Tech faculty chosen to deliver commencement keynote speeches
    John Seiler and Patricia Raun will be the featured speakers at Virginia Tech's 2019 fall University and Graduate School Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 20.
- - Global Education Scholarships awarded to 27 students
    Students from every Virginia Tech college were awarded scholarships to support their plans to study in countries around the world.
- - Virginia Tech introduces new visual arts minor
    Not just for artists – Virginia Tech’s visual arts and society minor makes artistic and creative exploration easily attainable for students of any major. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors are some of its biggest fans.
- - Video: The Presidential Turkeys in Washington, D.C.
    The HokieBird meets the Presidential Turkeys in Washington, D.C. before their big day at The White House. After their trip around D.C., the turkeys are headed to their new home at Gobblers Rest located at Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus.=https://video.vt.edu/media/The+Presidential+Turkeys+in+Washington%2C+D.C./1_co8cgq2u/
- - Registration open for Kids’ Tech University, which connects researchers with students
    Hosted by the Fralin Life Sciences Institute in partnership with Virginia 4-H, Kids’ Tech University bridges the gap between scientists and kids to make science, technology, engineering, and mathematics more hands-on while investigating a variety of topics.
- - Corps of Cadets alumnus Chief Warrant Officer Chris Toler named Pittsburgh game Hokie Hero
    Toler is a CH-47 Chinook pilot with the Virginia Army Reserves and currently deployed to Erbil, Iraq.
- - Scientists using collaborative NSF grant to understand hydrologic controls on carbon processes in wetlands
    Scientists will research the links between hydrological and carbon dynamics taking place in forested wetlands to better understand the role that these ecosystems play in the export, storage, and emission of carbon.
- - Virginia Tech welcomes Indonesian ambassador to Blacksburg campus
    Indonesian Ambassador Mahendra Siregar and his delegation visited Virginia Tech administrators, as well as students, faculty, and administrators within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to build stronger international ties and develop a lasting partnership.
- - Presidential Turkeys return to roost at Virginia Tech
    For the fourth year, the turkeys will travel from the White House to Gobblers Rest. Meet the newest Hokies at a Dec. 1 open house.
- - Second CALS Global Opportunity Initiative cohort grows agricultural partnerships in Kenya and Rwanda
    Global Opportunity Initiative is a faculty development program the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Global Programs office launched last year with the goal of helping early-career faculty to address complex research challenges, refine their research pitch and build collaborative relationships with organizations active in global agricultural engagement.
- - Key university initiatives, programs discussed at fall Board of Visitors meeting
    During its quarterly meeting held in Blacksburg, the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors received numerous reports and presentations on key university priorities, such as the Innovation Campus, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, and Apex Center for Entrepreneurs.
- - New scholarships celebrate experiential learning through undergraduate research
    The Office of Undergraduate Research has announced three students who are recipients of experiential learning scholarships this fall: Stephanie Flear for the Jacklyn W. and William R. Jones Jr. Experiential Learning Scholarship, as well as Amber Abbott and Kyle Rega for the Dennis Dean Undergraduate Research Scholarship.
- - 2019 Virginia Farm to Table Conference to be held Dec. 5-6
    If you’re interested in local and regional food and agriculture and want to be inspired to implement values that enhance your business, organization, and community, plan to attend the 2019 Virginia Farm to Table Conference.

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