Educators warn changes are part of a conservative blueprint and academic freedom is at stake. Conservative leaders say they will foster intellectual diversity, create more career pathways and bolster the marketplace.
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Averett announces new president, weeks after Joyce stepped down
Thomas Powell will serve as the university’s 16th president — and its third in three months — beginning May 1.
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Averett president resigns after 3 months leading financially strapped university
David Joyce is stepping down due to a recent medical diagnosis his wife received, the university said.
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Visas revoked for 9 people at Virginia Tech
The federal termination impacts three undergrads, four graduate students and two alumni.
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Covington Middle School parents file suit over carbon monoxide, ask that building be closed
The suit says some children are still showing signs of unusually high carboxyhemoglobin levels that they suspect are related to carbon monoxide exposure in the months prior to the cafeteria leak being discovered.
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Averett University sues former CFO, investment firm over withdrawals from endowment
The private university in Danville has been cutting costs since spring 2024, when it discovered signs of financial mismanagement that led to a budget shortfall.
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Virginia Tech’s cultural centers will remain open, while future of living-learning communities is in discussions after board’s DEI vote, president says
During a meeting Friday with student and faculty representatives, Tim Sands said the school’s continuing commitment to InclusiveVT is “absolutely essential.”
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Absenteeism runs high at Covington Middle School after strange odor returns
Some students have brought their own personal carbon monoxide detectors to school.
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Former vice chair of Smyth County School Board pleads guilty to using at least six minors to produce child pornography
He resigned after he was arrested and charged in August 2024.
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Averett University puts equestrian center up for sale amid financial recovery efforts
Averett offers a Bachelor of Science in equestrian studies with five concentration options, along with an option to minor in equestrian studies. It also sponsors several equestrian athletic teams.