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Birthday project offers unique ways for Hokies to celebrate turning 21	After seeing its success at Virginia Tech, educators at schools across the country, such as James Madison University and Kansas State University, have implemented versions of the Hokie Wellness 21st Birthday Project.	Date: 12/03/2020
Virginia Tech Athletics adopts cost-saving measures to address COVID-19 budget impact	The measures protect all varsity athletics programs and student-athletes.	Date: 12/03/2020
Health district makes plans for COVID-19 vaccine, urges holiday vigilance	“The vaccine’s not going to be a panacea,” said Noelle Bissell, health director of the New River Health District. “It’s not going to immediately solve problems and flip a switch that we can go back to normal.”	Date: 12/02/2020
Alumnus nears $1.5 million in cash and resources donated via virtual dance parties	Since March, Chris Kopec has used his virtual dance parties to lift the spirits of millions around the globe, while raising funds and resources for a variety of charities. He's nearing the $1.5 million mark with his year-end finale planned for Dec. 5.	Date: 12/02/2020
Pamplin grad on the frontlines in the battle against COVID-19	Chris Yoder ’98 is chief executive officer of Simple Laboratories, a company he co-founded in 2014. Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based independent clinical laboratory and has been on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic since day one.	Date: 12/02/2020