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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.
Arts | Entertainment | Sports 2025: PRY, BRENT
EDITOR’S NOTE: Pry was fired by Virginia Tech on Sept. 14, following a 0-3 start to his fourth season as coach. The termination occurred about a month after the 2025-26 Virginia 500 edition went to press. A former defensive coordinator at Vanderbilt University and Penn State and a player for the University at Buffalo until […]
Alum donates $16M to Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech has received a $16 million commitment from alumnus David Kellogg to support the university’s PPE program.
Mining company partners with Virginia Tech on rare earths plant
Aclara plans to invest $10 million on rare earths separation pilot plant at Virginia Tech to boost U.S. supply chain
Virginia Chamber appoints interim CEO
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced that it has appointed former chamber executive Keith Martin as interim CEO.
GO Virginia grant boosts biotech in Roanoke, New River Valley
A $4.9M GO Virginia grant funds biotech innovation in the Roanoke and New River valleys, aiming to create 1,315 jobs and $40.8M in impact.
