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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

Building Construction Information Session

The Department of Building Construction will be hosting an information session to any student interested in changing his/her major.  The information session will provide a comprehensive overview of the Building Construction (BC) program in addition to highlighting the 2 tracks students can choose between: Construction and Design (CD) or Development, Real Estate, and Construction (DREC).  Join u Read more about Building Construction Information Session

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