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Alumnus hikes to 75 summits to celebrate 75 years , articleVirginia Tech forestry alumnus Mark Mengele ’75 celebrated his 75th year by summiting 75 peaks, highlighting a life dedicated to outdoor recreation and state parks.
Date: Jul 09, 2026 - -
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Studying life at nearly a mile high , articleThrough fieldwork on Virginia's highest peaks, students are helping researchers understand how forest disturbances reshape wildlife habitat and ecosystem health, especially for the rare and vulnerable Weller’s salamander.
Date: Jun 26, 2026 - -
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Studying life at nearly a mile high , videoThrough hands-on field research on Virginia's highest peaks, students are helping researchers understand how forest disturbances reshape wildlife habitat and ecosystem health.
Date: Jun 22, 2026 - -
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Why some field trips stay with students for life , articleFrom climbing mountaintops and wading through marshes, memorable environmental education experiences have something in common. A new study from identifies the six principles that make outdoor learning programs stick with students.
Date: Jun 18, 2026 - -
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Researchers receive $4 million to improve endangered species management on military lands , articleTwo projects earned $4 million from the federal government to advance ecosystem-based wildlife management, helping military installations protect endangered species more efficiently.
Date: Jun 12, 2026 - -
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Professor's impact continues on through new forestry management fellowship , articleThe Harold E. Burkhart Endowed Memorial Fellowship will support graduate students and honor a leader in forest management.
Date: Jun 08, 2026 - -
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College of Natural Resources and Environment honors doctoral leader in circular economy research , articleDoctoral researcher Sahra Svensson-Hoglund earns CNRE’s top award for interdisciplinary circular economy research examining human well-being, policy, and sustainable systems shaping global bioeconomy transitions.
Date: Jun 04, 2026 - -
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Ensuring opportunities are open to everyone , articleAssociate Professor Haldre Rogers receives national award for advancing diversity, mentorship, and community partnerships, creating pathways into conservation careers through inclusive, place-based research and training initiatives.
Date: Jun 03, 2026 - -
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Laszlo Horvath named head of Department of Sustainable Biomaterials , articleThe packaging engineering leader and longtime faculty member will begin the new role on Aug. 10.
Date: Jun 01, 2026 - -
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Research builds a cultural bridge across continents , articleIndigenous youth in the Arctic and Sri Lanka connected through shared stories, finding common challenges in food security, health, and identity while fostering cross‑cultural learning through community‑engaged, climate‑focused fisheries research.
Date: May 27, 2026 - -
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CMI leads pollinator survey to inform military land management , articleA new federally funded project equips Virginia Tech researchers to survey pollinators and habitat conditions at Joint Base Langley–Eustis, delivering data that supports conservation planning while helping maintain military readiness and environmental compliance.
Date: May 22, 2026 - -
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Hellbenders Night: Celebrating Southwest Virginia Wildlife , articleJoin the Salem RidgeYaks on Friday, June 26, for the inaugural “Hellbenders Night,” a family-friendly evening celebrating the unique wildlife of Southwest Virginia and supporting conservation efforts for the Eastern hellbender
Date: May 21, 2026 - -
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When AI imagines cities, smaller communities can disappear , articleA new study found that image generators produce more realistic and recognizable images of large cities than smaller communities, raising questions about geographic bias in artificial intelligence systems.
Date: May 19, 2026 - -
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Jennifer D. Russell receives Charles Blakeslee Nettleton Fellowship , articleRussell’s teaching philosophy centers on empowering students to understand the interconnectedness of human, industrial, and natural systems and to apply systems-based thinking to complex sustainability challenges.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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What the Andes hantavirus outbreak reveals about pandemic risk , articleLuis Escobar, a disease ecologist at Virginia Tech, said the outbreak of Andes hantavirus aboard the international MV Hondius cruise ship underscores how little scientists still know about the viruses circulating silently in wild rodent populations before they spill into humans. He discussed the unique biology of the virus and why current public health models often fail to predict spillover events.
Date: May 08, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Zach Sherman named the College of Natural Resources and Environment's outstanding master’s student , articleZach Sherman received the H.E. Burkhart Award as top master's student for CNRE.
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: For Ezra Staengl, a lifelong curiosity takes flight , articleFrom early birding experiences to advanced research, Staengl's journey earned the College of Natural Resources and Environment’s Phi Kappa Phi Medallion and the college’s outstanding senior award.
Date: Apr 30, 2026 - -
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Virginia Tech project selected for national AgriProspects workforce development award , articleVirginia Tech will use a $200,000 AgriProspects grant to develop AI-based training tools that help loggers improve decision-making and value recovery in hardwood forests.
Date: Apr 29, 2026 - -
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Partnership expands access to clean water in Mexico , articleVirginia Tech and community partners in Mexico are expanding rainwater harvesting systems that strengthen local resilience and support Indigenous leadership.
Date: Apr 28, 2026 - -
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Researchers develop scalable method for safer, compostable packaging , articleThe work brings safer, compostable packaging closer to everyday use.
Date: Apr 20, 2026 -
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