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The original ‘Torg’

March 26, 2012

As students saunter about campus, they get a feel for Virginia Tech’s rich history, with various buildings named after distinguished individuals.

Behind the design: Architecture professor draws international acclaim with award-winning, environmentally aware designs

February 27, 2012

The architectural masterpiece of the Lumenhaus — that has received international acclaim for design and efficiency— embodies what Virginia Tech students and faculty interpret as “Invent the Future.”

With a little luck: Lifelong good fortune has provided Sam Riley with an array of amusing anecdotes to share with his students

January 26, 2012

In the 1960s, many young men were yanked from their homes and thrown into the front lines of duty, drastically altering their lives forever.

Professor ignores athlete stereotypes

November 16, 2011

Joann Harvill is helping student athletes rewrite their academic narratives.

Pursuit of harmony

November 9, 2011

Amid the booming nightlife of Washington, D.C., one adventurous 16-year-old snuck into a club to see his musical hero Dave Holland, the bassist for Miles Davis.

Living his dream

October 27, 2011

Diving under the ice, deep down into the cold Antarctic waters, a team of researchers prepared to survey and explore the biological life in the depths of the ocean.