Student News Archive

MLSoC Parters with Local Organizations for the NRV's First Repair Cafe

Doctor Pearce organized her class along with other Virginia Tech students and partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the New River Valley TimeBank to successfully execute the area's first Repair Cafe. 

Repair Cafe is an international organization that was formed to encourage sustainability, reduce waste, and encourages community.  Read more about MLSoC Parters with Local Organizations for the NRV's First Repair Cafe

Lowes & Virginia Tech Partner

Virginia Tech and Lowe's have joined forces to empower Lowe's employees.
The pair has collaborated to develop an exosuit — a wearable suit with lift-assist technology — currently in pilot at Lowe's Christiansburg, Virginia, store. The lightweight exosuit is designed to help employees lift and move product through the store more efficiently. Read more about Lowes & Virginia Tech Partner

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