BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Richard Hanowski joined Virginia Tech's "Curious Conversations" to talk about harnessing research to help make motorcycle riding safer in low and middle-income countries. He shared the difference in riding culture in those areas as opposed to the United States and explained how his team is utilizing some of the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute's pioneering technology to help increase rider safety. About Hanowski   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: To the Virginia Tech community, Welcome to the 2024 fall semester! I hope you had an enjoyable summer and are looking forward to the opportunities of a new academic year. New students, faculty, and staff, we're glad you're here. Those of you who are returning will notice some changes on our Blacksburg campus. Construction in the North Academic District on the Blacksburg campus made great progress over the summer, and Hi  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Physician scientists and researchers from Children's National Hospital and Virginia Tech will increase efforts to harness artificial intelligence (AI) to help children who are struggling with medical conditions. The innovators will meet in September at the Children's National Research & Innovation Campus in D.C. "It's clear that harnessing the power of artificial intelligence is the way forward in advancing children's h  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: From: Virginia Tech Police Department On Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, the Virginia Tech Police Department received a report of a sexual assault. The incident occurred at Main Eggleston Hall (440 Drillfield Drive) in the late hours of Aug. 23, 2024, into the early morning hours of Aug. 24, 2024. The survivor and offender met in a bar downtown before returning to campus. As reported, this incident is being described as a rape  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu. Virginia Tech experts available to discuss headlines in the news Scheduled presidential debate once again in doubt The sole presidential debate scheduled between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The Moss Arts Center ushers in its 2024-25 season with a free outdoor concert featuring Puerto Rican band Plena Libre. With mesmerizing hand drumming, raucous horns, and soaring three-part vocal harmonies, the band will bring the audience to its feet for an energy-filled dance party on the Moss lawn on Friday, Sept. 6, at 6 p.m. Masters of the plena and bomba styles, Plena Libre brilliantly infuses traditional and contem  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Race is intricately woven into the fabric of daily culture, and as a result, it influences artificial intelligence (AI) systems that automate tasks traditionally performed by humans. Whether in disease detection, resource allocation, loan approvals, or generative imagery, race is an embedded element in numerous technologies. Consequently, AI systems have frequently been criticized for their insensitivity and inaccuracies  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Get ready: A new collection of T-shirts and hats is here to whip Hokie fans into a frenzy of cheers and jumping. A collaboration with Metallica has finally happened. The initial lineup of merchandise co-branded with Metallica features designs inspired by the band's logo and original sketches by Virginia Tech doodle artist Steven White. Regarded among college football's most powerful entrances, "Enter Sandman" is a tradi  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on Aug. 26, 2024: * * * The VCU Police unit's members provide services that don't require a sworn officer, and they give students a valuable point of contact in times of need. * * * By Corey Byers About Unpacking Safety at VCU: This series highlights some of the programs, initiatives and resources that contribute to the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, visitors and the wider Richmond c  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release on Aug. 26, 2024: Today, Virginia launches its new enhanced 2024 DUI enforcement and public education campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Governor Glenn Youngkin kicked off the campaign alongside law enforcement, medical professionals, and EMS responders who work tirelessly day and night to save lives from the dangers of drinking and driving. The campaign is in its 23rd year of reminding Virg  more