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Jeffrey Alwang honored with emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 36 years, Alwang made significant research contributions to agricultural and rural development.
Date: May 20, 2026 - -
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Gregory E. Welbaum honored with emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 36 years, Welbaum made significant research contributions to the study of bacterial fruit blotch disease, carbohydrate storage, mechanics of seed development and germination, and developed realistic tests for seed quality.
Date: May 20, 2026 - -
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Eric P. Beers honored with emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 32 years, Beers made significant research contributions to the regulation of xylem and phloem differentiation and function.
Date: May 19, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Madeline Glanz builds a future in environmental science , articleMadeline Glanz used internships, undergraduate research, and sustainability leadership opportunities at Virginia Tech to prepare for a career in environmental science and environmental permitting.
Date: May 18, 2026 - -
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Sandponics offers more affordable path for farming in water‑scarce regions , articleResearchers are working on improvements to sustainable agriculture that could reduce environmental damage, lower production costs, and expand food growing opportunities in water-limited regions. The system they’re using, referred to as sandponics, reimagines aquaponics by replacing expensive synthetic substrates with one of the world’s most abundant natural materials.
Date: May 17, 2026 - -
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University ranks fifth among large schools for Peace Corps volunteers , articleAlumni are advancing global communities while carrying the university’s spirit of civic engagement forward.
Date: May 13, 2026 - -
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Expert tips for gardening during drought , articleAs spring progresses and summer approaches, now is the time for working in the garden. However, with more than 60 percent of the United States dealing with drought, maintaining a thriving landscape has become increasingly difficult. Ed Olsen, a consumer horticulture specialist and director of the Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program, shares essential strategies for gardening in dry conditions and the common mistakes to avoid.
Date: May 13, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Mackenzie Locklear builds community through environmental science , articleMackenzie Locklear combined environmental science internships, study abroad experiences, and leadership in Native student organizations at Virginia Tech to prepare for a career in environmental protection.
Date: May 13, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Teagan Hilgenberg explores plants through culture, art, and horticulture , articleTeagan Hilgenberg combined horticulture coursework, plant-focused internships, and service projects at Virginia Tech to prepare for a career in botanical collections and curatorial work.
Date: May 12, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Reagan Riggs grows her future in agronomy , articleReagan Riggs used internships, field research, leadership roles, and experiential learning opportunities at Virginia Tech to prepare for a future in agronomy and agricultural consulting.
Date: May 12, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Ruth Haile carries family tradition into veterinary medicine , articleFourth-generation Hokie Ruth Haile combined leadership, agriculture, and hands-on experience at Virginia Tech while preparing for a career in veterinary medicine.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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Alyssa Walden named acting state 4-H leader as Jeremy Johnson takes national 4-H role , articleWalden, Virginia 4-H’s deputy state leader, will lead the program as Johnson takes a 15-month appointment with National 4-H Council to advance youth career pathways programs.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Seunghee Stella Yoon finds confidence in self-expression and food science research , articleInternational student Seunghee Stella Yoon found confidence and purpose at Virginia Tech through food science research focused on sustainability and food upcycling.
Date: May 08, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Michaela Foster jumps in ecological engineering , articleGuided by a love for the outdoors, Foster blends ecological engineering, hands‑on research, and vibrant student communities to shape a future focused on restoring and protecting natural systems.
Date: May 06, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Tara Blue focuses her energy on water protection and restoration , articleBlue is the Outstanding Honors College Senior.
Date: May 05, 2026 - -
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Students train shelter cats for adoption success , articleThrough a new course partnering with Lynchburg Humane Society, students are helping cats gain new skills and find their "furever" homes.
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Sarah Diehl's path to vet school started on the family farm , articleAn outstanding senior in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Diehl graduated in three years and paid her own way, thanks to the generosity of scholarships and hard work on the family’s dairy farm.
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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College of Engineering recognizes 2026 Torgersen Graduate Student Research Excellence Award winners , articleFour master's and four Ph.D. students received the awards, which are given to students whose research makes significant contributions to their fields.
Date: May 01, 2026 - -
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Graduate research scholarship helps students tackle global challenges , articleThe three students are advancing research on microplastics, sustainable water systems, and muscle aging with support from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences' Graduate Research Scholarship, which provides funding and dedicated time to accelerate discoveries with environmental and human health applications.
Date: Apr 29, 2026 - -
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Expert explains why the war in the Middle East is making fertilizer more expensive , articleOne of the concerns that has come out of the Iran War is its impact on growing crops. Rory Maguire, an expert in nutrient management and sustainable agriculture at Virginia Tech, explained the specifics of the war’s impact on fertilizer, the effect it is having on growing in the US, and what alternatives there may be for growers.
Date: Apr 28, 2026 -
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