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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Universities adjust maritime programs for AI era
Virginia educators are responding by adding AI competency to classes.
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.
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.
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.
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





















