April 16 Archive

Virginia Tech Dining increases dining plan prices starting in the spring

In a message to students on Nov. 8, Vice President for Student Affairs Frank Shushok, Jr. announced that dining plan rates would be going up starting in the Spring 2022 semester.

Virginia Tech drops both games of NIT Season Tip-Off tournament

November would not be complete without a preseason tournament. This year, the Hokies’ men’s basketball team competed in the NIT Season Tip-Off tournament in Brooklyn, New York. Tech opened up the tournament with a loss to No. 9 Memphis and finished with another loss to No. 25 Xavier, who had…

Hanukkah like a Hokie: How to celebrate in Blacksburg this year

For the first time since 2013, not a single night of Hanukkah overlaps with winter break. Being away from family during any holiday can be tough. My family and I always head to my Nana’s house for some brisket and a gift exchange; however, I will be missing out this year. Thankfully, there a…

Hokies must consider biking for climate-friendly commuting

Transportation has evolved to become one of the most important aspects of everyday life. Our society wouldn’t be possible without effective transportation, but over the last few decades, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, statistics verify how detrimental automobiles can …