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Towne Branch Stream Cleanup on April 2

By Press release submission | Mar 31, 2022

Towne Branch Stream Cleanup on April 2

Hunter homers twice, goes 5-for-5 to lead Tech past VMI

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2022

Sophomore Cade Hunter put together a brilliant performance at the plate Tuesday, hitting two home runs to help propel the Virginia Tech Hokies past the VMI Keydets 13-4.Senior Kiernan Higgins (1-0) picked up the victory out of the bullpen for Virginia Tech (15-6).

Broomin' and Bloomin' on April 23

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2022

Broomin' and Bloomin' on April 23

Mason has eight graduate programs in the top 25 nationally, with several leaping forward in U.S. News rankings

By Press release submission | Mar 29, 2022

George Mason University has eight graduate programs listed among the top 25 nationally, according to the latest rankings by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting the university’s reputation of being a top institution for advanced degrees.

When mitochondria lose their might

By Press release submission | Mar 29, 2022

Most of us remember enough biology to recall that mitochondria are known as “the powerhouse of the cell.” Even that audacious term may downplay the importance of mitochondria and what happens when mitochondria go bad.

George Mason University Athletics

By Press release submission | Mar 28, 2022

The George Mason University men's tennis team began a two-day stretch of home matches with a 4-3 triumph over Coppin State Tuesday afternoon at the Mason Tennis Courts.

Become a Friend of the Amherst County Public Library

By Press release submission | Mar 28, 2022

The Amherst County Public Library is looking for citizens interested in joining the Friends of the Library program.

Can We Talk? What Universities Can Do About Cancel Culture

By Press release submission | Mar 28, 2022

Much has been said recently about “cancel culture” in higher education. Close to our home at the University of Virginia, the Virginia governor delivered a speech earlier this month decrying this trend.

Blacksburg Aquatic Center Closure: April 1

By Press release submission | Mar 28, 2022

The Blacksburg Aquatic Center will be closed on Friday, April 1.

Research and industry partnership helps forge 21st century metallurgy

By Press release submission | Mar 24, 2022

At 12 years old, Gideon Crawford was making knives in the family basement, and now, as a Virginia Tech senior in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, he’s helping forge the future of metallurgy.

Blacksburg Farmers Market on March 26

By Press release submission | Mar 18, 2022

Blacksburg Farmers Market on March 26 at 10:00 AM

Virtual Residency Fair Spring 2022 on April 20

By Press release submission | Mar 18, 2022

Virtual Residency Fair Spring 2022 on April 20 at 3:00pm

Route 29 Business Beautification Committee Meeting on March 23

By Press release submission | Mar 18, 2022

Route 29 Business Beautification Committee Meeting on March 23 at 4:00 PM

Panther Women Top Hollins on the Road

By Press release submission | Mar 17, 2022

Ferrum College picked up a non-conference women's lacrosse win over Hollins University this afternoon on the road, posting a 20-0 shutout at Marjorie T. Berkley Field.

At the 100-year mark, the women of Virginia Tech are helping other women thrive

By Press release submission | Mar 17, 2022

In the hundred years since Virginia Tech admitted its first five female students, women have become a mighty force at what was once an all-male institution.