How artists at Virginia Tech find value in making art by hand

By Lila Trochlil, arts, culture and sports reporter

While digital tools continue to transform the art world, some Virginia Tech artists still prioritize working with physical materials. Studio art major Lula Bovino and art professor Mitch Miller discuss the satisfaction of hands-on creation and how mistakes can become a valuable part of a finished piece.

SWVA Wildlife Center aims to give wildlife a chance it other wise wouldn’t have.

By Nick Carlson, science and technology reporter

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke, Virginia, nurses injured and orphaned animals back to health and returns them to the wild. Each year, staff and volunteers treat hundreds of animals, from birds to bobcats. For many of them, rehab means a second shot at life.

The Visa Clock: How Federal Rules Impact International Students at Virginia Tech

By Nichelly Lysy, Politics & Government reporter

For over 4,000 international scholars at Virginia Tech, earning a degree is only half the battle—shifting federal visa rules are putting a tighter deadline on what happens after graduation. How are students and university leaders navigating this growing uncertainty? Watch as we explain what “The Visa Clock” means and what’s at stake for Hokies from around the globe.