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Trump’s selection of J.D. Vance is all about strategy, says expert , articleThe selection of J.D. Vance as former president Donald Trump’s Republican running mate was a strategic move to help deliver votes in key battleground states, says a Virginia Tech political expert.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
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Experts on Trump assassination attempt, fallout, political climate, and RNC , articleIn the wake of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump over the weekend, Virginia Tech experts are available to discuss the media and political fallout, what the event says about the climate of our politics, and the impacts it will have on the Republican National Convention this week in Milwaukee, as well as the broader presidential race.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
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Experts available: Fallout of Trump rally shooting, RNC, power outages in Texas, Prime Day, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss the media and political fallout of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, what the event says about the climate of our politics, and the impacts it will have on the Republican National Convention this week in Milwaukee, as well as the broader presidential race. They can also speak about extended power outages in Texas, impacts of Amazon Prime Day, fighting the spread of dengue fever, and how to find more happiness in our lives.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
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Hurricane experts available to discuss storms, emergency preparation, disaster response, and recovery , articleVirginia Tech has experts available to speak on topics surrounding the 2024 hurricane season including the increase in severe storms, coastal flooding risks, flooding prediction models, disaster resilience, storm preparation, and response. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
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Experts: Amazon Prime Day expected to be biggest yet, despite economic concerns , articleAmazon’s highly anticipated 48-hour Prime Day kicks off Tuesday, July 16. Last year, Amazon reported its biggest Prime Day ever, with shoppers purchasing more than 375 million items. That’s up from 300 million in 2022. Experts believe this year will be no different, but with high demand comes an influx in shipment that puts pressure on transportation systems and the environment.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech alumna earns prestigious agricultural fellowship , articleMegan Pollok will travel to Ghana to improve school-based agriculture education in the country as part of the International Agricultural Education Fellowship Program.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine after-school program nourishes young minds and bodies , articleMedical students help the Bodies and Bites program brings a refreshing wave of inspiration and education to underserved youth in Roanoke.
Date: Jul 11, 2024 -
Video ItemProgram seeks to educate homeowners on the quality of their water , video
The Virginia Household Water Quality Program provides homeowners of private water systems with affordable testing, interpreting those results, and help to deal with maintaining safety. The program is offered in over 70 counties across Virginia, in collaboration with the Virginia Cooperative Extension and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 -
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Experts available: Hurricane Beryl, Biden standing firm, French elections, California fires, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss Hurricane Beryl making landfall, President Biden standing firm in wake of calls for him to drop out, the surprising French elections, spreading wildfires in California, and more.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 -
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Alumni leaders of industry spotlight: Jonathan LeBlang '86, M.S. '89 , articleFrom being Amazon.com's first beta tester to launching its wish list feature, LeBlang, retired director of product management for Amazon, appreciates seeing the impact of his work elevate customers' experiences across the world.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 -
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Showcasing excellence: Open House at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center focuses on equine sports medicine , articleThe EMC Open House highlighted the Jane and Stephen Hale Equine Performance Evaluation Center, the Youngkin Equine Soundness Clinic, and the Paul Goodness Podiatry Clinic, which collectively serve as the Center’s Sports Medicine Complex. Visitors learned about treatments and therapies available at the EMC to ensure that equine athletes and trail companions perform at their absolute best.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 -
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Safety concerns for construction workers go beyond physical injuries, says expert , articleAccording to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the construction industry has one of the highest rates of suicide among professions, with 6,000 workers dying by suicide in 2022, compared to 1,000 who died from a construction-related work injury. Virginia Tech’s Brian Kleiner, head of the Myers-Lawson School of Construction explains why, the challenges they face, and what can be done to help workers in the industry.
Date: Jul 09, 2024 -
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Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia announces next round of projects to receive funding , articleAfter the first round of funding in December 2023, the initiative has added five more projects to the list, making for nine total projects funded through the Mellon Foundation.
Date: Jul 05, 2024 -
Video ItemVirginia Tech creates immersive display for 80th anniversary of D-Day , video
The Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology partnered with the National D-Day Memorial Foundation to create an immersive narrative display that was projected on the National D-Day Memorial during the 80th anniversary of the historic event.
Date: Jul 03, 2024 -
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Dog's journey at Animal Cancer Care and Research Center inspires owners, clinical professionals , articleA dog named Joe's journey at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center in Roanoke, from a serendipitous adoption to an inspiring battle with cancer, showcases the resilience, compassion, and transformative power of advanced veterinary care.
Date: Jul 03, 2024 -
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Experts provide lawn care tips during drought and extreme heat , articleSummer heat can take a toll on lawns and plants, especially when rain isn’t in the forecast. Virginia Tech turfgrass experts Mike Goatley and Dan Sandor share tips for keeping a healthy lawn during a drought.
Date: Jul 01, 2024 -
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Experts available: Trump immunity ruling, Olympics, 4th of July, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including the Supreme Court's ruling in Trump's immunity case, the Olympics, and Fourth of July. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Jul 01, 2024 -
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Rooted in service , articleSenior Extension Agent Adam Downing talks about his journey connecting forestry knowledge and education with communities and individuals in Virginia.
Date: Jul 01, 2024 -
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Saying yes to service , articleNever one to turn down an opportunity to support her alma mater, Deseria Creighton-Barney ’86 serves a critical role as one of the tri-chairs of the steering committee for Boundless Impact: The Campaign for Virginia Tech. In March 2023, the university announced the naming of Creighton-Barney, Liz Lazor ’15, and J. Pearson ’87, as the new tri-chairs, and together, they lead the university’s ambitious $1.872 billion fundraising campaign designed to drive forward major initiatives and scheduled to run through Dec. 31, 2027.
Date: Jul 01, 2024
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