Romney provides opportunities, not hand-outs
November 1, 2012
Although the student debt issue has been overshadowed this election cycle by many other issues, it remains a very important issue for college students wondering how they will pay off student loans. Student debt in this country has now exceeded $1 trillion; that's more than the nation’s credit card debt.
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.
Everyone should do the dishes and eat their veggies
October 18, 2012
From 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., I spent my Sunday nights washing dishes in the West End Market.
Writer recalls youth under Hitler’s reign
March 21, 2011
Author Ursula Mahlendorf will be on campus tonight to talk about her new memoir, “The Shame of Survival.”
Post-graduate report shows internships helpful to future jobs
February 7, 2011
More companies are hiring graduates with prior in-house experience under their belts as Virginia Tech processes its latest post-graduation survey report for the most recent batch of graduating seniors.
Virginia Tech airport renovations ready for takeoff
August 25, 2010
Virginia Tech's airport has been awarded $5.6 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration to renovate and expand its runway.
Letter: Saturday's game: A missed opportunity
November 13, 2007
I would like to congratulate Coach Beamer on his first victory over Bobby Bowden and FSU.
Letter: Rushing the field was unwarranted
November 13, 2007
The Hokies were favored by a conservative 6 points over the Seminoles.
Letter: Giving Hokie Respect new meaning
November 9, 2007
After a trip down to Atlanta, Ga. for the Georgia Tech versus Virginia Tech game last Thursday, I have decided to write in reference to the criticism of Jim Weaver's campaign for Hokie Respect.
Letter: Players rely on fan support at home football games
October 30, 2007
I know we are all still upset about the end result of last week's game.