Double majoring is on the rise
October 23, 2012
Double majors are on the rise at colleges and universities all over the country as well as Virginia Tech.
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Blacksburg hosts Twitter forum to solicit comprehensive plan feedback
October 23, 2012
As Blacksburg revises its long-range plan, it solicited input from residents in a unique forum yesterday: Twitter.
SGA, VTU host student political debate
October 23, 2012
Not to be left out of debate season, Virginia Tech students tackled the big questions of this year's election in their own debate last night.
Tech announces final day to switch from WebMail to Gmail
October 23, 2012
If you haven't yet completed the forced switch from WebMail to Google Apps for Education, you have until Nov. 12 to get it done.
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Men's soccer continues international recruiting
October 23, 2012
The Virginia Tech men’s soccer program has been unable to recruit international players since the 2008-2009 season
Bye week review: Defense getting by, filling holes
October 23, 2012
Coming into the college football season, Virginia Tech’s defense was considered one of the best in country and was even being compared to Alabama.
Features »
Recipe: Char siu pork with roasted mushrooms
October 23, 2012
Barbecue pork, or “Char Siu,” is a classic Chinese preparation of roasting meat, traditionally using pork belly or shoulder.
Drink of the week: Cinnamon Toast Cocktail
October 23, 2012
Cinnamon toast and alcohol are two good things that, when combined, can make something great.
Four ways to repurpose pumpkins
October 23, 2012
Although the leaves constantly change and the spirit of Halloween brings new costumes from year to year, one thing will always remain the same through October: the pumpkins.
Opinions »
First Amendment protects blasphemy
October 23, 2012
A film designed to offend the Muslim world has thrown everyone into fervor over the issue of freedom of speech and expression. The film, “Innocence of Muslims," depicts the prophet Muhammed (whose very depiction is considered an offense) as a violent, ignorant thug who violates just about every moral tenant there is, leading to protests and the death of at least 50 people.
Collective is bargaining necessary in society
October 23, 2012
The issue over collective bargaining, specifically in the public sector, has taken center stage in Wisconsin over the past year.