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Researchers at Virginia Tech discovered how to make a polymer membrane that will improve the process of reverse osmosis. Before this discovery, the polymer material in thin film composite membranes, typically used in RO, broke down with the use of chlorine for disinfection. The new chlorine-resistant filter will make it easier and faster to produce freshwater from saltwater. Reverse osmosis is a widely used process to separate a solute from a solvent. A semi-permeable membrane that acts as a filter through which a solvent passes when pressure is applied to a solution separates two... Hokie volunteers raise funds to honor local heroes
Volunteers of Hokies United took advantage of Saturday’s football game and collected donations and passed out blue ribbons to honor law enforcement agencies, collecting $20,349 in cash by the end of the game as part of the “Honoring Those Who Protect and Serve” campaign. “Over $20,000 was raised in cash during the game alone. We were literally counting buckets of money in a secure room in Lane Stadium, cheering on the Hokies and watching the game on circuit television. By the end of the game, we had a tally,” said Liz Hart, public relations director of the Student Government... Cute, heartwarming and romantic, just like Reese Witherspoon
If love is the greatest gimmick that cinema has to offer, spirituality undoubtedly comes in second. I mean, the outer realm of reality is one of the greatest wonderments of mankind. And you can do anything you want with it. Look at the “Herbie” movies. It’s an enchanted rustic Volkswagen bug for crying out loud. And a fine-looking one at that! Along comes director Mark Waters’ “Just Like Heaven” to capitalize on the combination of romance and the supernatural. Reese Witherspoon plays Elizabeth Masterson (don’t call her “Lizzie”) a doctor so dedicated she works 26 hours straight in the... Virginia Tech's Ring Premiere is one of its oldest traditions
For many students, it’s their first big jewelry purchase, and it will stay with them as long as wedding bands or grandma’s pearls. Class rings have been an annual tradition at Virginia Tech since 1911, returning to campus every fall.Students generally buy their rings during junior year, following the ring premiere. This year’s premiere will be held Oct. 11. “Ring Premiere is an annual event when the Ring Design Committee reveals the ring design to the junior class and the university community. The event is free and open to the entire university community. It's a multimedia event held at... Intramural sports are all fun and games
Many students were athletes in high school and come to college for academic purposes, but feel like something is lacking because of their athletic background. Others simply look for something to do to fill their free time in between classes and studying. Many students find that intramural sports are a great way to get away from the sludge of class and meet new people. “Playing intramural sports gives you something to do outside of the daily grind of going to classes,” said Jennifer Rezac, assistant director of intramural sports. One student said intramural sports are fun for experienced... 'The Exorcism of Emily Rose' posesses a heart pounding story
“The Exorcism of Emily Rose” perfectly demonstrates the principle of “show, don’t tell.” It tells the story, based on true events, of an exorcism performed on a young college girl named Emily Rose (Jennifer Carpenter). It tells us to keep an open mind about the possible existence of demons and spiritual possession regardless of our beliefs, religious or not. What does it show us? A bland stream of horror designed for shock. Now what is the principle of “show, don’t tell” all about? The fact that the impact of showing far exceeds the impact of telling. So needless to say, it was the... Bikers beware ... there are more rules and regulations than you think
The increase in gas prices has forced many people to look into alternate forms of transportation, such as the bicycle. Virginia Tech is a relatively bike-friendly campus, with bike lanes, trails and racks located in various locations. However, bicycle riding brings with it the issue of bike safety. “There have already been six bicycle accidents (on campus) since July 1,” said Geof Allen, a Virginia Tech police officer with the Community Outreach Unit. However, this number does not include people who have bicycle accidents and then leave the scene. Allen, who has been with the... Bitch and Moan 5
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