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Students, staff say goodbye to Shultz

May 1, 2012

The Virginia Tech community will say goodbye to Shultz Wednesday, May 9, as it closes its doors for the last time.

Tech prepares for arrival of Michelle Obama, Mark Warner

May 1, 2012

Many details concerning Michelle Obama and Mark Warner’s appearance at this year’s commencement ceremony have not been determined, so the university is encouraging families to check the webpage consistently for updates.

Students call on 'Colbert Report' to help save Stadium Woods

May 1, 2012

The Hokie Nation and the Colbert Nation came together yesterday for the naming of a 300-year-old white oak after Stephen Colbert, host of television show, “The Colbert Report,” in order to bring further attention to the Stadium Woods issue.

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Hokies introduce James Johnson as new head coach

May 1, 2012

After 19 years as an assistant coach at nine schools, James Johnson was introduced Tuesday as the new Virginia Tech men’s basketball coach.

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Y-Toss recycles unused student goods

May 1, 2012

Over the past six years, The YMCA at Virginia Tech has kept more than 81 tons of goods out of the local landfills.

Wryly Reilly: Goodbyes might not be my area of expertise, but bear with me one last time

May 1, 2012

“Comes a time when you’re driftin’, comes a time when you settle down.”

String Project advances music education

May 1, 2012

The Virginia Tech String Project has made learning musical instruments easy and affordable for local elementary school students.

Drink of the Week: Pineapple Bomber

May 1, 2012

Celebrate the end of the year with this pineapple-flavored delight. Whether you’re graduating or lamenting the inevitable return of September, this is the perfect drink to kick off the summer.

Recipe: Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

May 1, 2012

Summer is near and sometimes the best warm weather treat is something cool and refreshing. While this snack requires more effort to make, it’s definitely worth the extra hassle. Sweet, light, and airy — you can’t go wrong with this cheesecake treat.

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Naming tree after Colbert is embarrassing PR stunt

May 1, 2012

On Tuesday, the Virginia Tech Environmental Coalition continued its effort to save Stadium Woods by naming one of the several-hundred-year-old white oaks after comedian and television host Stephen Colbert.

CLE program is good for students

May 1, 2012

Virginia Tech is a university, but not "the university."