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VT SPIA offers experiential learning, study abroad, and training programs for students of all ages and stages in their careers to continually cultivate their vision and impact change.
Experiential Learning
Our programs span the study of public administration and policy, urban affairs and regional planning, government, and international affairs. We also offer undergraduate degrees in Smart & Sustainable Cities and in Environmental Policy & Planning, the first of their kind in the nation.
Dedicated Research
VT SPIA leads several interdisciplinary research efforts. Faculty and students dedicate their scholarship to help address complex, pressing issues, such as the refugee crisis, affordable housing, and sustainability practices.
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Ukrainian public opinion on compromise with Russia changing, researcher explains , articleVirginia Tech international affairs expert Gerard Toal has researched Ukrainian public opinion for a decade. His most recent findings indicate that more Ukrainians have become open to entering into negotiations with Russia.
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Experts available: Trump assassination attempt, Federal Reserve interest rates, TikTok hearing, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news including the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the anticipated rate cut by the Federal Reserve, TikTok appealing to the courts, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
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Experts available: Astronauts stuck in space, tailgating tips, healthier fall drinks, and more , article
The Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news., including the latest presidential race headlines, plans to bring the Starliner astronauts back to Earth, healthy fall drink alternatives, tailgating tips, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
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Experts available: Democratic veepstakes, Hurricane Debby, stock market plunge, Paris Olympics, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are able to provide context on the news of the week, including the Democratic Vice Presidential sweepstakes, Hurricane Debbie's potential flood impact, the wild fluctuations in the global stock market, Hokies leaving their mark on the Paris Olympics, and more.
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Experts available: VP candidates, Fed meeting, Olympic storylines, water quality, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the experts available for interviews this week surrounding the Democratic vice presidential sweepstakes, how the presidential race will impact Virginia elections, possible interest rate cuts from the July Federal Reserve Board meeting, storylines from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, and a number of issues surrounding water quality.
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Experts available: Biden ends campaign, potential for first female president, Olympics begin, and more , article
The Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including Biden ending his campaign, Harris' potential to be the first female U..S. President, Paris Olympics beginning this week, spotted lanternflies hit their invasive peak, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.