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Virginia Cooperative Extension goes digital, explores new pathways for content delivery	Though COVID-19 has halted many of the in-person events that Virginia Cooperative Extension has historically held, it hasn’t slowed Extension agents, specialists, and administrators who have brought many of the in-person experiences online, which has resulted in some unique and useful educational opportunities.	Date: 10/30/2020
Vice President for Human Resources Bryan Garey gives an update on spring work plans, leave, and resources	The upcoming spring semester will operate similarly to the fall semester, outlined in the Fall 2020 COVID-19 Operational Plan.	Date: 10/29/2020
Industry experts: Mentorship, inquisitive spirit among must-have qualities for construction careers	Undergraduate participants attending a recent Building Women in Construction virtual panel had the opportunity to network with female construction industry leaders from Virginia Tech, the Myers-Lawson School of Construction, and more.	Date: 10/29/2020
Alumni couple's contactless candy slide seen around the world	While Chris and Nicole Minor browsed Home Depot's plumbing aisle, their idea for a Halloween candy slide was born. The slide allows for safe pandemic trick-or-treating and is accessible for children with disabilities.	Date: 10/29/2020
Standing up for studio culture	The School of Architecture + Design is one of only a few design schools in the country offering in-person studio courses this year. Preserving this experience for students became a top priority for the school during its COVID-19 planning process.	Date: 10/28/2020