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GMU president’s contract extended through 2031
Washington's job appeared to be in jeopardy less than a year ago, as the Trump administration launched four civil rights investigations into GMU.
Former University of Richmond rector makes $10M gift
Paul and Anne-Marie Queally donated $10 million to help build a new University of Richmond lacrosse facility, expected to open in 2029.
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.
Trey Falwell sues Liberty for $1.75M
Jerry “Trey” Falwell III is suing Liberty University for $1.75 million, alleging the school breached his employment contract.
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.
U.Va. gifted $43.4M for early childhood learning center
U.Va. receives a $43.4 million gift from Kathleen and David LaCross to build an early childhood learning center in Charlottesville.
Virginia Tech receives record $75M anonymous donation
Virginia Tech announced Thursday that it received a $75 million anonymous donation, the Blacksburg university's largest commitment ever.
Mary Baldwin University announces interim president
Mary Baldwin University appointed Gary Daynes as interim president and chief transformation officer amid a turbulent year.
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.
