Virginia Tech College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences

06/22/2026

Hokies spotted in D.C. 👀

Students in the Virginia Tech - School of Public and International Affairs Washington Experience program immersed themselves in the heart of American policy and governance through visits to the American Enterprise Institute, Capitol Hill, and meetings with Rep. Don Beyer and Sen. Mark Warner.

06/12/2026

"If you learn to read and you learn to write, you learn how to understand the world."

For English major Sabrina Suarez, those skills have shaped everything from her leadership in Soulstice A Ca****la, a Virginia Tech all-women a capella group, to her future plans for law school.

That's the power of a liberal arts education, building the critical thinking and communication skills that open doors far beyond the classroom. 📚⚖️🧡

Sabrina Suarez uses her skills built as an English major to support the university’s performing arts.

06/11/2026

Vacation memories are made easier when stress takes a backseat. ☀️✈️

Paul Springer, professor and department head of the Virginia Tech Human Development & Family Science department, shares practical tips for reducing family vacation drama and creating more meaningful time together.

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Vacationing with multiple family members or friends of different ages and interests for extended periods of time can create tension. Paul Springer says communication before the vacation is key to reducing challenges.

06/08/2026

We loved seeing so many college alumni for ! Thank you for coming home🧡

05/29/2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup represents a major moment for the sport, likely marking the final World Cup appearances for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo while introducing a new generation of stars. But attention surrounding this year’s event extends beyond the soccer pitch.

Virginia Tech expert Patrick Ridge explains. ⬇️

Co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to become the largest in tournament history. While the tournament represents a major moment for the sport, Virginia Tech expert Patrick Ridge said attention surrounding this year’s event extends beyond the competiti...

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Brittany Howell, Associate Professor at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute and the Virginia Tech Human Development & Family Science department, on being named the 2026 Outstanding Researcher by the National Rural Health Association!👏

Howell’s research focuses on infant and child brain development and advancing health outcomes for rural communities. This national recognition highlights her impactful work and continued commitment to improving the lives of children and families.🧡

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The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute’s Brittany Howell, who focuses on infant and child brain development, was named as the 2026 outstanding researcher by the National Rural Health Association.

05/27/2026

Celebrating 60 years of impact, leadership, and public service. Congratulations to our Department of Political Science as they kick off this milestone anniversary year! 🧡

Join us in Blacksburg on August 20, 2026 for the 60th Anniversary Celebration, more info and RSVP coming soon!

05/22/2026

How do the humanities and technology work together to shape the future?

A new college volunteer advisory group, Human-Centered Futures Council, is helping answer that question by advising on innovative courses that prepare students for careers in an AI-driven world.

Through collaboration with industry leaders and alumni, the council is helping students build the human-centered skills employers are looking for most. Read more:

The new Human-Centered Futures Council is advising the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences on courses that fuse the humanities with technology and offer insight into how students who study the liberal arts are prepared for careers in day’s artificial intelligence-driven world.

05/21/2026

What AI can’t do but a liberal arts grad can.

From Dean Laura Belmonte’s Commencement Address to the Class of 2026.

“We know there are plenty of tasks that AI can help complete. We’ve launched an initiative called Tech for Humanity to explore the many ways, both positive and negative, that digital technology and AI are transforming virtually every facet of our lives.

But we also need to talk about what AI can’t do and what a graduate in the social sciences and humanities can and will do.”