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Bring Your Own Brain! event to bring conversation about neurodiversity in STEM to the forefront , articleThe webinar will feature a live panel discussion about neurodiversity and inclusivity in the workplace, followed by audience Q&A. All are welcome to join on Wednesday, April 28, at 6 p.m.
Date: Apr 13, 2021 -
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Community mural project a perfect ending for Pride Week , articleA group of Virginia Tech students stopped by the Armory on Friday to contribute to a mural project that commemorated the final day of Pride Week. The mural was their way of positively responding to hate and discrimination against those in the LGBTQ+ community and to show the world what it means to be a Hokie.
Date: Apr 12, 2021 -
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Watch: A conversation between university leaders, APIDA, and Asian International , articleAt the April 5 virtual town hall, the APIDA and Asian International communities at Virginia Tech talked not only about coping with, but also offered suggestions of ways to combat the recent violence directed toward the Asian population nationwide.
Date: Apr 05, 2021 -
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Multimedia play ‘Cartography’ embraces the inspiring and universal stories of young migrants , articleThe Moss Arts Center presents a free stream of the production, which includes a post-show moderated discussion with the performers and creators of the work, on Thursday, April 15, at 7 p.m.
Date: Apr 05, 2021 -
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Planned public art to illuminate stories from region’s historically marginalized communities , articleExplore proposed sculptural installations on Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus and the relationship between public art, history, and representation during a virtual discussion on April 19 from noon-1 p.m.
Date: Apr 02, 2021 -
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A message to the Virginia Tech community , articleWe have much work to do. We value free speech, and it is with that same freedom that we respond on behalf of a university relentlessly dedicated to inclusion.
Date: Apr 01, 2021 -
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Mohawk student shares her love for lacrosse and excitement about upcoming powwow , articleJacelyn Lazore, a Virginia Tech lacrosse player and member of the Mohawk Tribe, loves her sport and uses every opportunity to educate those around her about her Native culture.
Date: Apr 01, 2021 -
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University match helps fuel inclusion and diversity scholarships , articleThe InclusiveVT Excellence Award serves as a crucial tool for the university to recruit, retain, and graduate high-achieving Hokies from underrepresented communities. Now, the impact of this program is poised to grow substantially, thanks in part to a recently approved dollar-for-dollar match for gifts to the fund, up to a total of $100,000.
Date: Mar 30, 2021 -
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Medical school donor turns to his network and discovers the power of community , articleFrank Clark reached out to his friends, family, colleagues, and network to raise money for the diversity scholarship he began at VTCSOM. More than 160 people answered his call and donated, raising almost $24,000 for the scholarship.
Date: Mar 30, 2021 -
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From dean to volunteer activist , articleWhen Everlena Holmes retired in 2001 as a college dean, her calling to help others remained strong. The 87-year-old graduate of the Virginia Tech School of Education now spends her days championing those in her community in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Date: Mar 24, 2021 -
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Virtual Black Alumni Reunion will be April 12-18 , articleFor the first time, Virginia Tech’s Black Alumni Reunion will be hosted virtually. Registration is now open. The reunion will have opportunities to network, connect with students, and celebrate with fellow Hokies.
Date: Mar 24, 2021 -
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Virginia Humanities Conference to focus on democracy, technology, and social justice , articleSylvester Johnson, director of the Virginia Tech Center for Humanities, expects the Virginia Humanities Conference to “highlight the importance of human-centered scholarship in helping to shape a more equitable world.”
Date: Mar 23, 2021 -
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Menah Pratt-Clarke receives national honor , articleThe National Association of Diversity Officers in High Education named her the winner of its 2021 NADOHE Individual Leadership Award.
Date: Mar 19, 2021 -
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HokieTalks to explore contemporary social justice issues , articleFrom the perspectives of community advocacy, market research, and environmental design, researchers from three Virginia Tech colleges will discuss topics centered on social justice. Dean Laura Belmonte from the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences will moderate the virtual event.
Date: Mar 19, 2021 -
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A message from President Tim Sands and Vice President Menah Pratt-Clarke , articleIn cities across America, there has been a recent, disturbing surge in random, unprovoked violence and harassment targeted toward the Asian community. The murder of eight people, including six of Asian descent, in Georgia this week has heightened concerns that such tragedies may continue to escalate.
Date: Mar 18, 2021 -
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Department of English Visiting Writers Series unites authors from diverse backgrounds , article“In light of the pandemic, we decided to do something more dynamic than simply hosting writers to read their work,” said series director Matthew Vollmer. “We wanted something more immersive, more interactive. We wanted to give students the opportunity to learn and come away with new strategies and tools.”
Date: Mar 16, 2021 -
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Team tackles the untold stories of the Civil War through augmented reality , articleVirginia Tech faculty members from four colleges and units are part of a research team that received funding to bring the stories of the Civil War to life through innovative technology.
Date: Mar 11, 2021 -
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Charles Schwab gift will fund endowed scholarships in financial planning to support students from underrepresented communities , articleVirginia Tech is among seven schools that the Charles Schwab Corp. has announced are its partners in an initiative to help expand the pipeline of diverse talent into the financial services industry.
Date: Mar 08, 2021 -
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From President Tim Sands: Stay engaged and support Principles of Community Week , articleIn the past year, our Principles of Community helped ground and guide us through unprecedented circumstances, and I appreciate all your efforts to support our aspirations for a more diverse and inclusive community.
Date: Mar 08, 2021
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