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A century of FFA leadership, born at Virginia Tech , articleThe youth organization founded in 1925 by four agricultural educators is now the nation’s largest student-led organization, with more than 1 million members.
Date: Nov 19, 2025 - -
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Hokie BugFest sparks student’s lifelong passion for insects , articleSenior Michael Worrell has been a fixture at Hokie BugFest since his first visit at age 8. This Saturday, he returns as one of the event’s longest-serving volunteers.
Date: Oct 14, 2025 - -
Video ItemLocal dogs sniff out invasive species , video
Local community science is connecting researchers with dog owners who are working to train their pet to sniff out the egg masses of the invasive spotted lanternfly. The goal is to use everyday citizens and their trained dogs to help detect the outbreak of spotted lanternflies in agricultural areas.
Date: Jul 02, 2025 - -
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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Dean Mario Ferruzzi prioritizes listening, collaboration in first six months , articleThe new dean met with students and stakeholders to identify essential priorities for the college: community and ecological health, land and water use, and workforce development.
Date: May 20, 2025 - -
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Class of 2025: Erica Feuerstein cultivates connection through education and outreach , articleAn Outstanding Senior in the Department of Agricultural, Leadership, and Community Education, Feuerstein is headed into garden-based education before pursuing graduate studies in community leadership.
Date: May 12, 2025 - -
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Aspire! Awards recipients embrace leadership to empower communities , articleVirginia Tech students, faculty, and staff are recognized for their commitment to Student Affairs’ Aspirations for Student Learning.
Date: Apr 17, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech names 10 new Bouchet Scholars for 2025 , articleThe scholars will attend the honor society's annual conference at Yale University.
Date: Apr 09, 2025 - -
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CALS Global Opportunity Initiative cohort cultivates collaboration in Ethiopia , articleAs part of the CALS Global Opportunity Initiative, faculty traveled to Ethiopia to partner with local researchers to tackle shared agricultural and health issues and form new global partnerships.
Date: Mar 20, 2025 - -
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Professor receives pilot funding to conduct study to increase forest farming in Appalachia , articleThe $500,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission wants to improve economic development in the region through sustainable non-timber forest farming practices.
Date: Mar 19, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech Ph.D. candidate Israel Oyedare inspires the next generation of African leaders , articleWith his nonprofit organization in Nigeria, a new book, and a degree from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Oyedare aims to make leadership education a mainstay in African schools.
Date: Mar 07, 2025 - -
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Signal Knob Middle School named the nation’s top middle school FFA chapter , articleThe chapter, based in Strasburg, Virginia, beat out more than 9,000 other middle schools for the honor.
Date: Dec 23, 2024 - -
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Seven Virginians receive the FFA’s highest honors for contributions to agricultural education , articleOutstanding Virginia farmers, agricultural educators, and Virginia Tech employees were among those receiving awards.
Date: Dec 23, 2024 - -
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Master Gardener volunteers reduce food insecurity by gleaning , articleMaster Gardener Volunteers of Hanover County, part of Virginia Cooperative Extension, are fighting food insecurity and reducing waste by collecting thousands of pounds of excess fresh produce for local food pantries.
Date: Nov 20, 2024 - -
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Everyday Ut Prosim: How Ph.D. student and economic development specialist Elli Travis serves , articleWith food, music, and a passion for volunteering, Travis is leading the charge to revitalize downtown Christiansburg through the Rockin’ Food Truck Rodeo.
Date: Oct 10, 2024 - -
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Faculty, staff honored with annual College of Agriculture and Life Sciences awards , articleSeven people were honored in the college's 29th annual Celebration of Faculty and Staff.
Date: Sep 17, 2024 - -
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VALOR program graduates 10 new agricultural leaders , articleTwo years of experiences readied fellows from diverse agricultural backgrounds to serve as advocates and leaders for the industry.
Date: Aug 06, 2024 - -
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A Virginia Tech-Ghanaian classroom collaboration bridges borders , articleImpactful collaborations led to an agreement with the University of Media, Arts, and Communication and the University of Cape Coast in Ghana.
Date: Jul 09, 2024 - -
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Virginia Tech leads international collaboration to enhance infrastructure resilience in India , articleThe Center for International Research, Education, and Development has assembled a transdisciplinary team from Blacksburg and India to develop a new generation of infrastructure professionals.
Date: Jul 02, 2024 - -
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Global experiences prepare College of Agriculture and Life Sciences students for the modern workforce , articleInternational opportunities open new doors and pathways for students after graduation.
Date: Jun 28, 2024 - -
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2024 CALS Senior Awards and Recognitions , article Date: May 10, 2024 -
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