June 20 The Pamplin Pulse

Harnessing Technology: Turning Innovation into Impact at Pamplin

A recent article in The Economist (April 5–11, “Use it or Lose it”) explored the intensifying rivalry between the United States and China in the development and deployment of artificial intelligence. The author makes a provocative argument: in the global race for technological dominance, innovation alone is not enough. What truly matters is who uses the technology first and best. As the article put it, "technological diffusion matters more than technological innovation." In other words, the power lies not just in creating cutting-edge tools, but in applying them to solve meaningful problems

Thank you to all the Pamplin Hokies who attended the 2025 Virginia Tech Alumni Weekend! Take a look back at the photo gallery and relive the excitement 

Dr. Singal returns to faculty; Dr. Kumar becomes new interim department head

The Dean announced recently that Prof. Raman Kumar will take over as Interim Department Head for the coming academic year. A search for a permanent Head will occur next year. Please join us in congratulating Prof. Singal on his accomplishments and thanking him for his long and fruitful service and in congratulating Prof. Kumar for his elevation to Department Head.

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Voices of Privacy

In Privacy Talk 10, co-hosts France Bélanger and Donna Wertalik sit down with McAfee’s Jessica Dhillon to uncover what it takes to stay protected in today’s digital world. From McAfee’s privacy-by-design approach to the rising importance of VPNs and essential privacy tools, their conversation offers a go-to guide for online safety.

In addition, co-host France Bélanger discusses how gaming platforms track your data, and what to do about it in Webisode 20. Take control of your privacy!

Lastly, don’t forget to refer back to Webisode 6, where co-hosts France Bélanger and Donna Wertalik explain why privacy never takes a vacation. Make sure to tune in to stay one step ahead and keep your data safe this summer.

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What could be better than sharing Hokie Spirit with your bestie? Sharing it with a gift that says “I love you – messy paws and all!” Easy to clean and made with 50 percent recycled materials, it’s a fur-tastic way to keep your floor, counter, or table clean so you (and your pet!) can make a mess without the stress.

Claim a limited-edition pet mat when you make a gift of $15 or more to what matters most to you at Virginia Tech. 

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Upcoming Events

Save the date! Pamplin will hold its annual alumni tailgate at the Hahn Horticulture Pavilion on Saturday, September 13 from 4:00-7:00 pm. Tailgate ticket information will be forthcoming.