Couple donates $20M for Virginia Tech medical scholarships
A $20M gift to Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine will fund in-state scholarships and help address Virginia’s doctor shortage.
Spanberger appoints Virginia commerce and trade secretary
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger's transition team announced Monday that Carrie H. Chenery, former executive director of the Shenandoah Valley Partnership, has been appointed secretary of commerce and trade.
Virginia Tech receives $20M anonymous donation for athletics
Virginia Tech has received a $20 million anonymous donation, the largest gift in the school’s history, toward the school’s athletics program.
100 People to Meet in 2026: Educators
As leaders in higher education, these educators and administrators are passing on their knowledge to the next generation of Virginians.
100 People to Meet in 2026: Innovators
These scientists, founders and executives are leading the way in tomorrow’s industries, from small modular reactors to indoor farming.
Engineering dean named Virginia Tech’s next provost
Julie Ross will become Virginia Tech’s next executive vice president and provost in 2026, succeeding Cyril Clarke.
Virginia Tech Foundation may sell Hotel Roanoke
The Virginia Tech Foundation is exploring the sale of the historic Hotel Roanoke after more than 30 years of ownership.
15 Virginia schools make U.S. News’ 2026 universities list
Fifteen Virginia schools made the U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best National Universities list. Sixteen made the Best National Liberal Arts Colleges list.
Virginia employers face new costs from Trump’s $100k H-1B visa fee
Trump’s $100K H-1B visa fee sows uncertainty for employers, universities and immigrant advocates, including entities in Virginia.





















