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College football scores a win for tradition as Virginia and NC State move their 2025 matchup from Brazil back to Charlottesville. The decision keeps students and local fans at the heart of the game.
A Virginia Tech team just won one of science's biggest honors for discovering hints that our understanding of the universe might be incomplete. Their decade-long experiment measured a tiny particle so precisely it revealed something beyond current physics.
Two orphaned bobcat kittens are thriving at a Virginia wildlife center that's become the state's go-to expert for rehabilitating these rare wildcats. The rescue shows how dedicated care can help threatened species survive despite habitat loss.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
West Virginia University's baseball team defeated Arizona State 7-3 to advance to the Big 12 Championship game for just the third time in school history. The ninth-ranked Mountaineers will face top-seeded Kansas on Saturday night, chasing their first conference tournament title in 30 years.
Religious and government leaders will launch Minaret University in Osun State this week, marking a milestone in interfaith education. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's new institution welcomed Nigeria's sultan, a traditional king, and the state governor for its historic first day.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is reinforcing the state's commitment to renewable energy by appointing Josephus Allmond as Chief Energy Officer. The move signals continued support for the Virginia Clean Economy Act, which has been driving the state toward wind and solar power since 2020.
Michael Sidebotham, who has led Grafton Village Elementary for 18 years, joins Virginia's first-ever Principals of Distinction class. The new statewide program recognizes school leaders who transform student achievement and school culture.
More than 1,800 Savannah State University students were celebrated for achieving a 3.0 GPA or higher at the school's April Honors Convocation. The ceremony recognized everything from Dean's List achievers to the university's top academic representative for Georgia's university system.
A small Texas university just proved that big ideas don't require big campuses. Angelo State students defeated teams from schools ten times their size at a national innovation competition.
University of Virginia Health becomes the first in the state to offer a groundbreaking treatment for a rare eye cancer that typically spreads to the liver. The innovative procedure delivers targeted chemotherapy while protecting the rest of the body.
Regent University just proved AI development doesn't have to happen in a sleepless 24-hour sprint. Their first-ever AI Build Challenge gave participants two weeks to create learning tools on their own schedule.
A Nigerian state is building an AI university designed to train students for high-paying global tech jobs without leaving home. The ambitious project aims to transform talented graduates into digital exports earning international salaries.
While federal regulators propose weakening coal ash cleanup standards, Virginia is standing firm with some of the nation's strongest protections for clean water. The state's stricter laws mean communities stay protected regardless of federal changes.
Over 80 students at Bemidji State University presented months of research to the public, showing how small universities offer big opportunities. Their projects ranged from memory science to real-world marketing, all aimed at solving everyday problems.
For the first time in South Carolina history, a historically black college's flag is flying over the State House dome. South Carolina State University earned the honor after winning the HBCU national championship in a thrilling four-overtime victory.
For the first time ever, a historically Black college's flag waves over South Carolina's State House. The honor celebrates South Carolina State University's thrilling championship victory and marks a powerful moment of recognition.
Prince William County students swept awards across 10 categories at Virginia's premier youth research symposium, with honors spanning botany to computational biology. Middle schoolers also claimed top spots alongside their high school counterparts.
South Carolina State University made history twice this week: winning the HBCU national championship and becoming the first historically black college to fly its flag over the State House. A victory parade Wednesday will celebrate both milestones.
More than 4,100 students from 40 states and 31 countries just earned top academic honors at South Dakota State University. These scholars maintained at least a 3.5 GPA while juggling a full course load.
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