Updates
News, Articles, and Campus Notices
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| Medical school moves its small-group, problem-based learning online to help stop the spread of COVID-19 |
The method is used in the first and second years of the curriculum as a way for students to learn the basic science they need to know as physicians within the framework of real patient cases. |
Date:
04/10/2020
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| Some do's and don'ts for drinking during a crisis |
Hokie Wellness shares insight and guidance on healthy alcohol use during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Date:
04/10/2020
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| Virginia Cooperative Extension expert offers tips for safely buying take-out food and packages during COVID-19 |
The reliance on take-out and food delivery has increased because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and, while the food supply is safe, there are ways to emphasize food safety from these sources. |
Date:
04/10/2020
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| A student’s perspective |
Nina Tarr, whose parents live in Italy, is finishing her junior year in her apartment in Blacksburg. "We’re all Hokies—and we’re all in this together." |
Date:
04/09/2020
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| Commencement plans, summer activities among topics discussed at virtual town hall |
During the hourlong event, which was streamed live, President Tim Sands and university leaders discussed Virginia Tech's response to the COVID-19 outbreak. |
Date:
04/09/2020
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Statements
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| A message from Vice President of Human Resources Bryan Garey |
We hope to rebound quickly from this health crisis. We will assess the ongoing financial impact on the university and will keep you informed as our plans emerge. |
Date:
03/24/2020
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| A message from the Global Education Office on study abroad support |
Date:
03/24/2020
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| Faculty Affairs to hold open office hours via Zoom |
Date:
03/23/2020
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| A message from Frank Shushok, interim vice president for Student Affairs |
In this truly difficult time, it's important we take care of ourselves and one another. |
Date:
03/23/2020
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| Executive Vice President and Provost acknowledges faculty efforts in moving courses online |
I recognize that you are disappointed that you will not be able to teach and mentor your students in the manner that you had planned, and I know that your students are disappointed too. However, I also know that you remain committed to their education and I am confident that these students will appreciate your efforts. |
Date:
03/23/2020
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