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politics1 day ago•11 min saved

Spanberger removes Virginia Tech rector, appoints new board members

Gov. Abigail Spanberger removed Virginia Tech’s rector John Rocovich for conduct violating board-appointment rules and a Virginia code clause allowing removal for malfeasance, incompetence, or gross neglect of duty. Ed Baine, a Dominion Energy executive and VT Board member, will complete Rocovich’s term through June 30 of next year, and Sharon Brickhouse Martin will join the board immediately. Spanberger praised the appointees’ service, while Virginia Tech did not comment further; the exact misconduct was not disclosed and the case is developing.

via The Virginian-Pilot|

#board-of-visitors #ed-baine #politics

politics2 days ago•3 min saved

Spanberger Ousts Virginia Tech Board Rector in Governance Shakeup

Gov. Abigail Spanberger fired John Rocovich, rector of the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors, citing ethics violations; Dominion Energy president Edward Baine will complete Rocovich’s term through June 30, 2027. Spanberger had recently named four new appointees ahead of a presidential search, with Sharon Brickhouse Martin taking Rocovich’s remaining term immediately before starting a full term. The move is part of a broader effort to reshape the largely Youngkin-appointed board, drawing praise from Democrats and calls for explanations from Republicans as the board prepares to meet.

via Cardinal News|

#board-of-visitors #edward-baine #politics

science27 days ago•7 min saved

Undergrad Uncovers Hidden Late-Triassic Carnivore, Redrawing Dino History

A deformed late-Triassic skull, once dismissed, was reassembled with CT scanning by Virginia Tech undergraduate Simba Srivastava, revealing Ptychotherates bucculentus, a previously unknown carnivorous dinosaur. The discovery, published in Papers in Palaeontology, suggests early dinosaurs diversified earlier than thought and that the Herrerasauria lineage persisted longer in the American Southwest, reshaping our understanding of dinosaur evolution before T. rex.

via Indian Defence Review|

#dinosaur #paleontology #ptychotherates-bucculentus

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

Babcock to retire as Virginia Tech AD, moving to Emeritus advisory role through 2029

Virginia Tech athletics director Whit Babcock will retire on June 30, 2026, and serve as Athletics Director Emeritus and Special Advisor to the president and the new AD through 2029. In 12 years he led record fundraising, major facilities upgrades, and landmark coaching hires, elevating Hokies’ competitiveness and academics while laying groundwork for future football success under new leadership.

via Virginia Tech Athletics|

#athletics #fundraising #leadership

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Skydiver Gets Stuck on Virginia Tech Jumbotron During Spring Game

During Virginia Tech's spring game, a skydiver collided with the video board and became stuck, prompting emergency crews to rescue them. The skydiver is reported stable, while the Hokies begin the James Franklin era on a five-year, $41 million contract after a 3-9 season.

via Defector|

#college-football #jumbotron #skydiver

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Skydiver crashes into Virginia Tech scoreboard, rescued as spring game delayed

A skydiver crashed into the Lane Stadium scoreboard during Virginia Tech's spring football game, was secured and is in stable condition after a quick rescue, and the incident caused a delay to the game's start; the skydiver's name has not been released.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#rescue #scoreboard #skydiver

sports1 month ago•12 min saved

Hokies Spring Game Signals Start Of James Franklin Era

Virginia Tech offered the first public look at James Franklin’s Hokies in the spring game, signaling a transitional era with hopeful signs and lingering questions about the program’s direction, while a skydiver disruption briefly interrupted pregame moments before the event; full coverage remains behind a Tech Sideline paywall.

via TechSideline.com|

#college-football #hokies #james-franklin

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Skydiver rescued after crash into VT scoreboard during spring game

During Virginia Tech's spring football game at Lane Stadium, high winds blew a skydiver into the scoreboard. He was rescued by first responders and is listed in stable condition, with the game start delayed.

via CBS News|

#rescue #scoreboard #skydiver

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Skydiver crashes onto Virginia Tech scoreboard, delaying spring game

A skydiver crashed onto Lane Stadium’s scoreboard just before Virginia Tech’s spring football game. Officials said the skydiver was secured and stable, with responders and staff handling the incident and delaying the game start; the individual’s name was not released.

via The Guardian|

#incident #scoreboard #skydiver

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Skydiver Rescued After Dangling From Virginia Tech Scoreboard During Spring Game

During Virginia Tech's Spring Game, a skydiver delivering a flag landed on the scoreboard and became stuck. He was rescued about 30 minutes later, in stable condition, and the game was briefly delayed before resuming.

via WDBJ7|

#rescue #scoreboard #skydiving

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Tar Heels land 6'9 guard Avdalas from Hokies in portal splash

North Carolina secured a transfer coup by adding Neoklis Avdalas, a 6'9 guard from Virginia Tech, who brings size, playmaking ability and Greek professional experience to the Tar Heels as they reshape the roster for the 2026-27 season. Avdalas averaged 12.1 points, 4.6 assists and 3.1 rebounds per game for VT, was named Greek League Best Young Player in 2024 and 2025 and participated in the 2025 NBA Draft Combine, signaling a high upside as UNC looks to rebound from a NCAA Tournament Round of 64 exit and a coaching transition.

via On3|

#college-basketball #neoklis-avdalas #north-carolina

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Tar Heels snag Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas as Malone’s first portal addition

North Carolina landed Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas (6-9, 215) as its first portal addition under coach Michael Malone. The 10th-ranked transfer in On3, Avdalas averaged 12.1 points and 4.6 assists in his first college season, with a 33-point game and a 19-point, five-assist showing against UNC last season, and his length, vision, and toughness fit Malone’s rebuild plan.

via On3|

#college-basketball #neoklis-avdalas #north-carolina-tar-heels

education1 month ago•1 min saved

Virginia Tech President Announces Transition as Campus Momentum Grows

Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announces he will step down to allow a successor to lead the university, noting a period of momentum and growth: undergraduate enrollment up 30%, extramural research expenditures up 70%, endowment up 185%, a 20-spot rise in U.S. News rankings, and more than 100,000 degrees awarded since 2014; he will continue to serve through the transition, and the university will push forward with its priorities of Virginia Tech Advantage, Virginia Tech Global Distinction, and Invest to Win.

via Virginia Tech News|

#education #higher-education #leadership-transition

sports2 months ago•7 min saved

Senior Day Sparks UVA to 76-72 Win, Finishes 27-4

No. 13 Virginia defeated ACC rival Virginia Tech 76-72 at John Paul Jones Arena to finish the regular season 27-4 overall and 15-3 in ACC play. Five seniors were honored, and Ugonna Onyenso hit a pivotal late 3 after a Hall pass for the key lead. Onyenso (16 points) and Sam Lewis (15) provided the scoring support, while Dallin Hall contributed 9 assists and Devin Tillis sealed the win with a late free throw. Virginia locked in the No. 2 seed in the ACC tournament, with coach Ryan Odom praising his seniors for setting the tone.

via virginiasports.com|

#acc #college-basketball #senior-day

sports2 months ago•14 min saved

Hokies Women Land No. 6 Seed as ACC Tourney Begins in Duluth

Virginia Tech women’s basketball earned the No. 6 seed in the 2026 ACC Tournament after an 83-82 win at Virginia, finishing 22-8 (12-6 ACC) and earning a first-round bye for the second straight year. The Hokies will open Wednesday in Duluth, Ga., against the winner of Georgia Tech vs. Florida State, with a potential semifinal against Louisville if they can get past North Carolina in the quarters; Tech also holds tiebreakers over Syracuse, Virginia and Clemson in the conference standings.

via TechSideline.com|

#acc-tournament #college-basketball #hokies