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Helping dogs deal with fireworks and other noise anxiety , articleIndependence Day fireworks can be a highlight of the summer season for many. But for the family dog, fireworks and thunderstorms can trigger fear and anxiety similar to a panic attack. A third of all dogs will suffer from noise anxiety connected to suddenness of the sound.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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Pylon Society Spotlight: Sarah Preston , articleSarah Preston found a home at Virginia Tech, where opportunity and connection shaped her future. She believes in the power of small actions and exemplifies Hokie Spirit through mentorship, alumni involvement, and community service. Now, she is committed to holding the door open for the next generation, just as Hokies did for her.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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Trouble in 'Paradise'? Experts explain what the Hulu/ABC show got wrong about life underground , articleA hit show set in an underground community raised some red flags for Virginia Tech engineering faculty. They shared how living in an underground bunker would really work.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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Expert discusses pope selection process, what it means for the Catholic Church's future , articleThough the selection of a new pope is a historical process, today it also brings questions about how a new Catholic leader will approach decisions in light of world views and events
Date: Apr 22, 2025 - -
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College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences to celebrate outstanding alumni , articleDuring the April 25 event, the college will recognize alumni from each school and department with Distinguished Alumni or Rising Star awards. Three alumni will be inducted into the college’s Hall of Honor.
Date: Apr 22, 2025 - -
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Veterinary students, donors express appreciation for each other at Evening of Gratitude , articleThe event brought together givers and recipients of scholarship funds, sometimes meeting for the first time.
Date: Apr 22, 2025 - -
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Specialized ultrasound upgrades capabilities at Virginia Tech's veterinary hospital , articleNewly acquired technology supported by a generous donation and a training program to educate faculty is transforming how faculty teach, diagnose, and engage with clients.
Date: Apr 21, 2025 - -
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Theatre alumnus Dylan Bomgardner helped light the way for Metallica’s M72 World Tour , articleMetallica fans rocking out at the M72 World Tour are seeing the creative work of Virginia Tech alumnus Dylan Bomgardner, who supported the tour’s cutting-edge lighting design.
Date: Apr 18, 2025 - -
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Astronomers claim strong evidence of alien life, but experts urge caution , articleAstronomers detected a possible signature of life on a distant planet. A Virginia Tech astrophysicist offers insights into the discovery and urges caution.
Date: Apr 17, 2025 - -
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Veterinary Teaching Hospital's ICU gets a breath of fresh air , articleThe Virginia Tech Veterinary Teaching Hospital has enhanced care in its Intensive Care Unit with a new, state-of-the-art Vet Flex ICU oxygen system — improving outcomes for critical patients, easing staff workload, and advancing its teaching mission.
Date: Apr 16, 2025 - -
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Bryan Randall tackles a new challenge , articleRandall wasn't looking to get into college coaching, but a random phone led to the former Virginia Tech quarterback accepting an opportunity at William & Mary and getting back into a sport in which he enjoyed great success.
Date: Apr 16, 2025 - -
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Experts available: Tariff confusion, political violence, Easter symbols, true crime popularity, World Quantum Day, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss the economic impact of President Trump's tariff changes, the rise in political violence, the history of Easter symbols, why true crime is so popular, what World Quantum Day is, and more.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
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Looking for a lush lawn this spring? Virginia Tech expert recommends patience and restraint , articleWith spring seemingly here to stay, Virginia gardeners and lawn care enthusiasts are starting to look forward to the revival of their lawns after a particularly cold winter.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
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How did a bunny and colored eggs become Easter symbols? An expert has some answers , articleThe story involves a mix of pagan rituals, Christian traditions, and 19th century European folklore.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
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Big dog, even bigger mission , articleFriday, a cane corso, lived a joyous life that was extended by treatment at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center that may help other dogs and people live longer, fuller lives.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
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Thank you for another successful Thank a Donor Day! , articleHundreds of students came together to craft heartfelt thank-you notes to those who support Virginia Tech on Thank a Donor Day. Each handwritten message expresses appreciation for the generosity that empowers them to learn, grow, and pursue their passions, every day.
Date: Apr 11, 2025 - -
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What in the world is quantum? Experts explain , articleIs quantum as hard to understand as everyone says? Well, yes. But for World Quantum Day, Virginia Tech professors from the College of Science and the College of Engineering help us figure out what all the buzz is about.
Date: Apr 11, 2025 - -
Video ItemThank you for another successful Thank a Donor Day! , video
Thank a Donor Day marks the conclusion of IMPACT Week, a time when students explore how private support shapes their journey at Virginia Tech. The event highlights the impact gifts make on the university, from scholarships to hands-on learning experiences and research opportunities for students. In true Hokie Spirit, hundreds of students wrote personal notes to recognize and thank those who give back to the university in the spirit of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve). Thank you to everyone who made this event a success, and to those who support Virginia Tech!
Date: Apr 10, 2025 - -
Video ItemReady, set, DESIGN! , video
The annual DesignUP event supported by the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design at Virginia Tech kicks off. The designathon brings together graphic design professionals and undergraduate students who spend a full day envisioning logos, pamphlets, and websites for Virginia Tech and Blacksburg community nonprofits. This is an opportunity for the students to gain client experience while giving back to the community.
Date: Apr 09, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech’s public health program works to ease impacts of opioid crisis , articleKathy Hosig, in dual leadership roles for Virginia Tech's public health program and Virginia Cooperative Extension, leads efforts to disseminate evidence-based prevention materials to Virginia communities.
Date: Apr 09, 2025 -
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