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Article ItemStudy highlights how frustration can lead to failure for search and rescue dogs , article
New research shows that when these dogs experience frustration — such as blocked access to a reward or an unfulfilled expectation — they are slower to complete their searches and more prone to errors.
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Article ItemSAS Student Spolight: Tyler Wood , article
This Animal and Poultry Sciences senior is reaching for the sky! Meet Tyler Wood, a VT Corps of Cadets member who plans to attend the U.S. Army Flight School. Tyler enjoys spending his free time fly fishing, camping, and hiking at various national parks.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech study finds unique brain changes linked to witnessing trauma , article
Researchers discovered distinct molecular differences in how the brain processes directly experienced versus witnessed trauma — a finding that could lead to more targeted treatments for PTSD.
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Article ItemSAS Student Spotlight: Makaia Haight , article
A double major in Animal and Poultry Sciences and Dairy Science, Makaia Haight is making the most of her time at Virginia Tech. Whether you see her at a women’s basketball game or reaching out to new students as an ambassador, Makaia is always moving!
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Redirect ItemAmerican university students visit island to learn about Guernsey cow , redirect
This week the Dairy Club at Virginia Tech is traveling to Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland for their Spring Break International Trip. Part of the group traveled last week to the Channel Islands to visit Guernsey and Jersey where they were able to learn more about the management and genetics of dairy herds on each island. What a special experience to see where the breeds originated! Thank you to the Guernsey Press for the story highlighting their visit!
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Article ItemAspiring double Hokie embarks on a unique veterinary career with the U.S. Army , article
Zach Kirkpatrick will receive training after getting his DVM degree to become a commissioned officer in the Army Veterinary Corps.
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