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Education 2025: HEMPHILL, BRIAN O.
Jun 16, 2026

ODU Board of Visitors extends Hemphill’s contract to 2032

Old Dominion University's Board of Visitors on Monday reaffirmed support for President Brian Hemphill, extending his contract through 2032.

John G. Rocovich Jr. talks with cadets during the Distinguished Alumni of the Corps award ceremony in 2025. Photo courtesy Virginia Tech
Jun 11, 2026

Rocovich sues Spanberger, seeks reinstatement on Virginia Tech board

Less than two weeks after being removed from the Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors, John Rocovich sued Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

Hampden-Sydney College President Larry Stimpert. Photo courtesy Hampden-Sydney College
Jun 8, 2026

Hampden-Sydney president to retire next year

Hampden-Sydney College President Larry Stimpert will retire at the end of the 2026-27 academic year, the men's private college announced Monday.

Gary Daynes. Photo courtesy Mary Baldwin University
Jun 4, 2026

Mary Baldwin University announces interim president

Mary Baldwin University appointed Gary Daynes as interim president and chief transformation officer amid a turbulent year.

Board of Visitors member Jim Miller was elected to a one-year term as the board's rector at the June 2 meeting. Photo by Clark DeHart. Courtesy Virginia Tech
Jun 2, 2026

Virginia Tech board names new rector following upheaval

Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors elected a new rector Tuesday and advanced the search for the university's next president.

Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong, Fairfax County business leaders, are longtime philanthropists, including at George Mason University. Photo by Will Schermerhorn
Jun 1, 2026

Philanthropist gives half her fortune to George Mason

Kimmy Duong donated $20 million to George Mason University, supporting scholarships and student success in northern Virginia.

From left, 2026 Virginia C-Suite Awards winners Perry Miller, Shannon Hayes and Maria Tedesco Photo by James Lee
Jun 1, 2026

2026 Virginia C-Suite Awards

Virginia Business recognizes 38 executives for leadership, integrity, and impact across sectors at the Virginia C-Suite Awards.

2026 Virginia C-Suite Awards
Jun 1, 2026

2026 Virginia C-Suite Awards: Higher Education

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Kirk Cameron (left), faculty lead and managing director of Virginia Tech’s Institute for Advanced Computing, and Lance Collins, the university’s Washington, D.C., area vice president, have marked a year of growth in Alexandria. Photo by Will Schermerhorn
Jun 1, 2026

Virginia Tech opens $310M academic building in Alexandria

Virginia Tech opened its $310 million Academic Building One in Alexandria, advancing research and graduate programs in computing and business.

John G. Rocovich Jr. talks with cadets during the Distinguished Alumni of the Corps award ceremony in 2025. Photo courtesy Virginia Tech
May 30, 2026

Fired Va. Tech rector says he won’t attend June 2 board meeting

John Rocovich declined to resign from Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Thursday, but said Saturday he won't attend Tuesday board meeting.

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, in Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S., February 24, 2026. Mike Kropf/Pool via REUTERS
May 28, 2026

Spanberger removes Virginia Tech’s rector from board

John Rocovich, a Roanoke-based lawyer, has been removed as rector of Virginia Tech, according to a letter from Gov. Abigail Spanberger. 

Scott Beardsley, the University of Virginia’s 10th president, previously served as dean of the Darden School of Business for 11 years. Photo courtesy University of Virginia
Apr 29, 2026

Q&A: After year of turmoil, new U.Va. president is optimistic

UVa president Scott Beardsley addresses leadership transitions and board changes while advancing university growth and rebuilding trust with faculty and legislators.

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