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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. 

Bridgewater College's Rebecca Quad, an outdoor learning space completed in 2023. Photo courtesy Bridgewater College
May 19, 2026

Parkhurst to shut down operations at Bridgewater College, laying off 65

Parkhurst Dining will soon permanently shut down its operations at Bridgewater College, laying off 65 employees.

The star of the check-presentation ceremony May 5, 2026, at Virginia State University was 'Spot' the robotic dog, a project VSU with working on with Boston Dynamics.
May 7, 2026

VSU receives $1 million for new AI and cybersecurity center

Virginia State University received $1.03 million to create the VSU Center for Generative AI & Industrial Cybersecurity, enhancing research and student training.

Tourism related to America’s 250th birthday is up, says Christy S. Coleman, executive director of the Jamestown- Yorktown Foundation, which saw May guided tours getting booked last August. Photo by Matthew R.O. Brown
Apr 29, 2026

Virginia tourism sites bank on America’s 250th birthday

Virginia tourism sees increased attendance driven by the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and statewide semiquincentennial events.

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.

Old Dominion University’s School of Supply Chain, Logistics & Maritime Operations offers certificates in addition to traditional degrees. Photo courtesy Old Dominion University
Apr 29, 2026

Universities adjust maritime programs for AI era

Virginia educators are responding by adding AI competency to classes.

On Feb. 28, 2025, Virginia Tech President Tim Sands speaks at the grand opening ceremony for the Innovation Campus' Academic Building One. (Photo by Luke Hayes/Virginia Tech)
Apr 10, 2026

Kaine questions Virginia Tech president’s exit

Sen. Tim Kaine questions if Virginia Tech President Tim Sands was pushed out before Gov. Spanberger fills key board seats.

Rick Wagoner. Photo courtesy Virginia Commonwealth University.
Apr 10, 2026

Former General Motors CEO to be VCU’s commencement speaker

Former General Motors CEO and Chairman Rick Wagoner will be the keynote speaker at VCU’s commencement ceremony.

Roanoke College President Frank Shushok often reminds prospective students that the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant can help them afford school. Photo courtesy Roanoke College
Mar 31, 2026

Virginia’s private colleges seek increased state tuition aid

Virginia private colleges increase donor scholarships and state grants to support students facing federal Pell grant and loan funding cuts in 2024.

U.Va. in transition
Mar 24, 2026

Three Virginia biz schools rank in top 25 of Poets&Quants’ 2026 list

Six Virginia Business schools placed among the the top 110 business schools in Poets&Quants’ 2026 rankings of undergraduate business schools

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