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Updated version of VT Desktop Alerts application now available
An updated version of the VT Desktop Alerts application can be downloaded at http://www.alerts.vt.edu/desktop/. The VT Desktop Alerts application can be downloaded to any desktop or notebook computer connected to the Internet that uses a supported version of Microsoft Windows or Apple Mac OS X.
Mail Services delivery changes for Nov. 25 planned
From: Transportation and Campus Services
University ADA Services to host discussion on Employing People with Disabilities: Policies Performance and Best Practices
From: University ADA Services
Energy conservation efforts over Thanksgiving break
From: Office of the Associate Vice President for Facilities
New, renovated tennis courts ready for play
From: Recreational Sports
Dining Services creates new YES-To-Go Program
From: Dining Services
Warning about fraudulent copier solicitors
From: Tami Akers, Copier Management Program
Free records shredding offered by Records Management Services
From: Jerry Palmer, Records Management
U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal Welfare Information Center offers one-day workshop
From: Vicky Ratcliffe, Research Education and Development
Hokie Wellness services available
From: Cathy Jacobs, Human Resources
Nominations open for Alumni Awards for Outreach Excellence through Dec. 1
From: Jan Helge Bøhn, Vice Chair, Commission on Outreach and International Affairs (Contact: Kim Rhodes, rhodesk@vt.edu)
Honorary Coach Program open to faculty, staff members
From: Jill Jameson, Director of Basketball Operations
Virginia Tech Tag campaign launches with chances to win Hokie prizes
From: Marketing and Strategic Communications
Apply now for Undergraduate Student Diversity Research Grants
From: Ray Plaza, Academic Enrichment and Excellence
Nominations for Alumni Awards for Excellence in International Education, Outreach, and Research open through Dec. 1
From:John Browder, Chair
University Council on International Affairs
2009 Thanksgiving break, end-of-semester operational closures, amended hours
Various campus offices and entities will either be closed, or operating on adjusted schedules during Thanksgiving break the week of Nov. 23.
Hokie Wellness announces line-up of offerings
From:
Nominations open for Alumni Awards for Outreach Excellence through Dec. 1
From: Jan Helge Bøhn, Vice Chair, Commission on Outreach and
International Affairs (Contact: Kim Rhodes, rhodesk@vt.edu)
Institute for Society, Culture and Environment requests proposals for Community Participatory Health Research
From: Office of the Vice President for Research
Virginia Tech Golf Shop to hold one-day sale Dec. 2
From: Virginia Tech Golf Shop
Recreational Sports presents Foxridge Apartments Intramural Flag Football Championships
From: Recreational Sports
Alcohol-free late night activities planned for Virginia Tech students
From: University Unions and Student Activities
Two for the Flu is subject of Human Resources November column
From: Human Resouces
Summer Faculty Research Program applications being accepted through Dec. 4
From: Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science
YMCA Open University December classes
From: Larissa Chadwick, Virginia Tech YMCA
Sidewalks off limits to skateboards and bicycles downtown
The Blacksburg Police Department would like to remind the university community that the use of skateboards, in-line skates, and roller skating is...
Search begins for associate provost for resource management and planning
From: Office of the Senior Vice President and University Provost
2010 Conference on Higher Education Pedagogy proposal submission site, registration now open
From: Cortney Martin, Center for Instructional Development and Educational Research
Policies to change regarding expenditures, management of federal grants, contracts
From: Office of the Vice President for Research
Recreational Sports Mid-Term Fitness Sale offers discounts on fitness packages, personal trainer sessions
From: Recreational Sports
Environmental, Health and Safety Services issues new guidance on requirements related to creation, use of nanomaterials
From: Environmental, Health and Safety Services
ACC Undergraduate Research Scholars Awards for research conducted spring, summer 2010 being offered
From: Office of the University Provost
Registration open for annual Advancing Diversity at Virginia Tech workshop
From: Peggy Lane, Advance VT program director
Fall 2009 Transportation and Parking Update now available online
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Departmental Software Sales HokieMart implementation
From: Patty Branscome, Software Sales Auxiliary
Faculty Development Institute fall 2009 short courses
From: Learning Technologies
Blackboard shutdown progress on target
From: Learning Technologies
Alumni Award for Research Excellence call for nominations
From: Michael Hochella, University Distinguished Professor, Chair, Alumni Awards Committee
Donning of The Kente Ceremony scheduled for Dec. 17
From: Kristen Swanson Houston, Multicultural Programs and Services
Donning of the Kente ceremony celebrates student achievements at graduation
From: Division of Student Affairs
Request period open for Academic Computing Client Banner computers
From: University Computing Support
Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education resources, membership benefits
Virginia Tech has recently become a member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Membership covers...
Important information about Virginia Tech e-mail account-targeted phishing scams
To all users of University managed e-mail systems:
Visitor parking information
All campus visitors must stop at the Visitor Information Center, located on Southgate Drive, to pick up a visitor-parking permit before parking on...
Memo Regarding the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and Infringement of Copyright
You may have heard that there has been a large number of Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) violation reports sent to U.S.
universities and...
Spouse and Dependent Scholarship Fund
The Spouse and Dependent Scholarship Fund supports and encourages the education of dependents and spouses of eligible employees at Virginia Tech...
Database helps locate research funding
Researchers at Virginia Tech now have access to an online database to search for funding from private foundations.
Academic Advising website
Virginia Tech demonstrates its commitment to advising is by recognizing and supporting the needs of academic advisors.
Rooms for nursing mothers
Several designated spaces available to nursing mothers. These spaces are available to all employees, staff and students at Virginia Tech.
Program assists dual-career couples
Virginia Tech's Dual Career Assistance Program (DCAP) provides job search assistance, information, and support to the partner or spouse of a recruited...
University policy on discrimination and harassment
Virginia Tech does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of the following characteristics:
Work/Life Resources offers variety of services for faculty and staff
Virginia Tech Work/Life Resources strives to support a healthy
integration of work and personal life for the diverse group of
faculty and staff who work at the University. A comfortable work/life
balance allows employees to contribute their best efforts to academic
and diversity goals.
Campus snow and ice traffic emergency procedures
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Interlibrary loans at Newman Library
Virginia Tech's Newman Library offers the interlibrary loan (ILLiad), a service to Virginia Tech students, faculty, and staff to ensure that they have...
Mediation services available
The Office for Equity and Inclusion (OEI) offers mediation and other
conflict resolution services to members of the Virginia Tech
community. These...
HR Today newsletter available online
HR Today (PDF), the quarterly Office of Human Resources newsletter for faculty and staff, is available online.
ALERT: Virginia Tech-targeted e-mail phishing scam
Virginia Tech e-mail system users are, yet again, being harassed online by "phishing" messages.
Prestons Restaurant offers new experience
A change comes with every season. There are new
offerings at Preston's Restaurant at the Inn at Virginia Tech.
WVTF Public Radio announces new digital media platforms
WVTF Public Radio, stationed in Roanoke, Va., recently partnered with National Public Radio Digital Media to offer two new services for listeners...
Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center provides services and support
Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center provides individual and group counseling for both undergraduate and graduate students, counseling services information...
SafeWatch program supports campus diversity
SafeWatch is a university program that promotes the understanding of university policies that are related to harassment, discrimination, or similar...
Parent Relations program offered
The Parent Relations program of the Dean of Students Office serves as a liaison to Hokie Parents to communicate and share information about the...
Bike, Bus, and Walk program offers free campus parking permits, access to Emergency Ride Home Service
Bike, Bus, & Walk (BB&W) is available to Virginia Tech faculty, staff, and non-resident students who use, or would like to start using alternative...
Vanpool program offers alternative commuting option
The Virginia Tech Vanpool Program is available for full-time, permanent employees for commuting purposes.
Information, guidelines about carpool programs
From: Transportation and Campus Services
New online form for requesting University Relations photographer services
From: University Relations, Visual and Broadcast Communications
Distressed student reporting system
From: Dean of Students Office
Transportation and Campus Services now on Facebook
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Conserve energy during winter break
In preparation for the end of the semester and the Holiday break, Facilities Services staff will be inspecting campus facilities to ensure they are...
New online resource for faculty interested in corporate or foundation support
From: Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations
Employee support during the economic downturn is subject of human resources April column
From: Department of Human Resources
Virginia Tech warns of housing scam
From: Virginia Tech, Off-Campus Housing Office
Invent the Future university video now available on DVD
DVD copies of Virginia Tech: Invent the Future, a new seven-minute overview of the university, are now available for departmental use by contacting...
New version of Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) issued
From: Office of the University Controller
2009 football traffic and parking announcement
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Stay connected: Visit Virginia Tech on YouTube
From: Visual and Broadcast Communications
Social networking: Stay connected with Virginia Tech
Stay connected with Virginia Tech through profiles on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, the Hokie Nation Network, and more.
Share your Virginia Tech pride; create your Hokie trading card
Hokie pride does more than pack Lane Stadium and Cassell Coliseum.
Since 2003, thousands upon thousands of loyal Hokies have made a gift to The...
Software Distribution to offer Windows 7 Pro at promotional pricing until Dec. 31
From: Patty Branscome, Software Sales Auxillary
Make a difference to our communities; Get involved with the annual Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign
From: Human Resources
Information Technology Reference Guide available online
From: Susan Brooker-Gross
Sorority recruitment for Panhellenic Council
From: Division of Student Affairs
Awards for Exemplary Academic Advising, call for nominations
From: Kimberly Brown, Director, University
Studies/University Academic Advising Center
Heritage month posters to be displayed in Squires Student Center
From: University Unions and Student Activities
Blacksburg Transit to begin Christiansburg service
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Jewish Awareness Month call for proposals
From: Kristen Swanson Houston, Multicultural Programs and Services
Undergraduate Man and Woman of the Year applications now available
From: University Unions and Student Activities
2010 Presidents Award for Excellence nominations open
From: Human Resources
Wanted: Your Thanksgiving break and end-of-semester operational closures and amended hours
From: News and Information, University Relations
Parking and traffic information for home basketball games
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Time changes planned for spring 2010 Graduate School commencement ceremony
From: Office of the President
Annual notice on community standards
Monday, Sept. 21, 2009
Video on The Critical Role of Faculty and Staff in Identifying Threats and Preventing Campus Violence available
From: Emily Reineke, Threat Assessment Team/Victim Services Special Projects Coordinator, Virginia Tech Police
Safety reminders for hikers during hunting season
From: The Virginia Tech Police Department
New Media Center offers numerous resources
Virginia Tech's New Media Center, located in Torgersen Hall, is a multimedia computer lab offering free access to software and hardware available...
All bicycles parked on campus must be registered
Virginia Tech requires that all bicycles parked on campus are
registered.
Helpful tips for bike safety and usage
For those that ride their bicycles on campus, Virginia Tech's Transportation and Campus Services (formerly Office of Transportation) offers some...
WUVT 90.7 FM student-run radio station
WUVT 90.7 FM is a student-run, non-for-profit radio station that broadcasts in the Montgomery County, Christiansburg, Radford, Floyd, Giles, Salem,...
Virginia Tech Recreational Sports offers intramural sports year-round
Virginia Tech Recreational Sports provides a variety of intramural sports throughout the year that promote physical fitness and help strengthen team...
Information on blue light safety phones
For the safety of the members of the Virginia Tech community, the university has installed 63 blue light safety phones located throughout the campus....
Safety tips from the police department
The Virginia Tech Police Department offers tips aimed at preventing crime in the Virignia Tech community and threats to personal safety.
Recycling at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech Recycling, part of the Physical Plant Operations office, offers convenient locations throughout campus to recycle items such as plastic...
Services at Schiffert Health Center
Virginia Tech's Schiffert Health Center offers a wide variety of services to its students.
Abuse prevention workshops offered by Womens Center
The Women’s Center at Virginia Tech puts on a series of workshops and presentations that deal with women’s issues.
Tips for Facebook privacy
Facebook is becoming much more prevalent in the online age and it is thus increasingly ever important to protect one's digital identity. Facebook...
Student legal services
Virginia Tech maintains a lawyer to help students with legal matters. The Student Legal Services office located in Squires 143 can assist in renting,...
Students Police Academy
The Virginia Tech Police Department offers a free class every Fall and Spring semester that teaches students the finer points of a day in the life...
Software Skills Gateway
Virginia Tech in conjunction with Element K and Safari offer The Software Skills Gateway which offer a vast array of courses in computer literacy...
Americans with Disabilities (ADA) services
University ADA Services at Virginia Tech provides equal access to services through individualized accommodations for employees with disabilities...
Hokie Hands trailer offers tools for service projects
Virginia Tech students, staff, and faculty now have access to the Hokie Hands Trailer, a new effort by the Virginia Tech Service-Learning Center...
Center for Academic Enrichment and Excellence provides academic support for undergraduates
Center for Academic Enrichment and Excellence offers free academic support, such as tutoring and weekly academic success seminars for undergraduates....
College transition program offered
Programs are now being offered to help transfer students with matters of college transition. These various programs help students make a successful...
Learning assistance programs offered
Programs are now being provided to students to help with matters of learning assistance. These programs help students improve their academic skills...
Continuing academic excellence programs offered
Programs are now being offered to assist students in continuing academic excellence at Virginia Tech. These various programs are designed for those...
Harassment prevention at Virginia Tech
From: The Office for Equity and Inclusion
Community standards, health, safety, and security
From: Zenobia Lawrence Hikes, Vice President for Student Affairs;
Wendell Flinchum, Chief, Virginia Tech Police; and
Hal Irvin, Associate Vice...
Parking changes for home basketball games
From: Transportation and Campus Services
Public space registration information coordinated by University Unions and Student Activities
From: Event Planning Office, University Unions and Student Activities
Listing details for Campus Notices
From: Virginia Tech News
Police continue to seek assistance from the public in locating Morgan Harrington
The University of Virginia is seeking information what would help locate a missing person, Morgan Dana Harrington, a 20-year-old Virginia Tech student...
Parking and traffic information for home football game
From: Transportation and Campus Services
VT Phone Alerts: Please check your current record or sign up for the service
To: Virginia Tech students, faculty, and staff:
Threat Assessment Team: Committed to the safety and well-being of the campus community
From: Emily Reineke, Threat Assessment Team/ Victim Services Special Projects Coordinator, Virginia Tech Police