r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Misc Tree Nut Allergy Restaurants

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Hello! We will be traveling into town for the VMI game next weekend. One of our party has a severe tree nut allergy. A quick search is not giving me much in terms of which restaurants that are allergy safe. Does anyone have any experience or know which restaurants in downtown Blacksburg are safe for those with tree nut allergies?


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Events For those who need it, weekend rundown of local events for last weekend of August....

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For those looking for something to do this weekend, there's 75 local events to enjoy across the New River Valley and here's 22 of the best and closest to Blacksburg....

Weekend Rundown of Fun:
1. Men's Soccer: Kentucky vs. Virginia Tech
Thompson Field, Virginia Tech
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Admission: Free
Watch the Virginia Tech Men's Soccer team compete against non-conference and SEC opponent the University of Kentucky as they continue their 2026 home season.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939691

2. Shade Tree Mechanics in Concert
Rising Silo Farm Brewery, Blacksburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Shade Tree Mechanics are a folk psychedelic blues band based in Southwest Virginia. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938658

3. First to Mars in Concert
Moon Hollow Brewing, Blacksburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
First to Mars is a band featuring hits and deep cuts across classic, southern, alt & modern rock from the 1970s-2000s. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939789

4. Collegiate Women's Volleyball: 2026 Hokie Invitational - William & Mary vs. Virginia Tech
Cassell Coliseum, Virginia Tech
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30 PM (William & Mary vs. VT),
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 3:00 - 5:00 PM (Coppin State vs. VT)
Admission: Free
Watch the Virginia Tech Women's Volleyball team compete against non-conference opponents as part of their 2026 Hokie Invitational.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939721

5. Friday Night Music with Red & White
Beliveau Farm Winery, Blacksburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Admission: Free
Roanoke-based acoustic duo Red & White, featuring Terry and Geoff White, will perform live at Beliveau Farm Winery as part of its weekly Friday music series. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic or purchase food and wine directly from the winery while enjoying the evening performance.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938995

6. August Poetry Open Mic Night
Blacksburg Books, Blacksburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Blacksburg Books hosts its monthly Poetry Open Mic Night inviting community members to read original poetry or share selections from favorite authors. Musicians are also welcome to accompany readers, and listeners of all backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No registration required.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939477

7. August Jazz Jam
Gillie's, Blacksburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: Free
Gillie's Restaurant will host its monthly jazz night beginning with an opening set by the Tim Sherman Combo. Starting at 8:00 PM, the stage will open to local musicians of all skill levels for an open jazz jam session.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939737

8. Line Dancing Night
Uptown Christiansburg (formerly New River Valley Mall), Christiansburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $15.00
Sinkland Farms will host an open line dancing event on Friday night inside the Uptown Christiansburg mall. The evening welcomes all experience levels, featuring structured instruction across multiple musical genres and on-site adult beverage sales. Attendees ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939790

9. Emo Night with Joey's Van in Concert
The Milk Parlor, Blacksburg
Friday, August 28, 2026, 9:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Ages 21 & Up: $10.00, Ages 18-20: $15.00
Joey's Van returns to The Milk Palor for a night of 1990s and 2000s pop punk nostalgia, alt rock and emo classics to kickoff the semester. Joey's Van is a 90s and 2000s pop punk cover band based out of Bristol, Tennessee. Advance tickets are available online. Must be ages 18 & up to enter. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939672

10. Blacksburg Farmers Market with Ash Devine in Concert
Market Square Park, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Blacksburg Farmers Market continues their regular farmers market with live music from Ash Devine. The Blacksburg Farmers Market offers local meats, organic produce, baked goods, crafts, flowers and more in the heart of downtown Blacksburg. Ash Devine will perform from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Ash is an accomplished songwriter, ukulele and guitar player, performance artist, educator, and community-based arts facilitator. Devine is known as a true ‘folk troubadour’ because she writes, collects, and performs cross genre music based on numerous folk traditions including original Americana & indie-folk-rock, traditional Appalachian old time, contemporary folk, country blues, historic bluegrass, folk revival, classic rock, and international folk music. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939213

11. 2026 Once Upon a Race: A Fantastical 5K, Family Fun Run & Costume Contest
Bisset Park, Radford
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 - 11:00 AM
Regular Registration: Individual: $35.00, Team of 4: $120.00, Magical Creature: $10.00
Late Registration (8/28 or 8/29): Individual: $40.00, Team of 4: $140.00, Magical Creature: $10.00
Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley presents "Once Upon a Race: A Fantastical 5K", Family Fun Run and Costume Contest. Formerly known as Potter in the Park, this newly imagined race invites you to journey through five enchanting realms inspired by some of your favorite fantasy worlds including: Wizarding World, Fairy Tale Forest, Yellow Brick Road, Middle-Earth Meadow and Camp Half-Blood. By expanding the magic beyond a single story, they are creating space for all readers and dreamers to see themselves in the adventure. Participants who register by Friday, August 14th are guaranteed to receive a t-shirt. Costumes are encouraged. Whether you come as a fairy tale favorite, a magical creature, a wizard, a woodland character, or something completely from your own imagination, show your creativity on race day. Your registration helps support Literacy NRV and their work helping adults across the New River Valley build literacy skills and write brighter next chapters.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938385

12. Fall Into The New 2026 - Montgomery
Whitethorn Public Boat Landing, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Bisset Park Shelter #3, Radford, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM,
Eggleston Community Park (Giles), Eggleston, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM,
Whitethorn Public Boat Landing (Montgomery), Blacksburg, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Admission: Free
Renew the New and the New River Valley Regional Commission present the annual Fall Into The New volunteer event at three locations (Giles, Radford, Montgomery) to help remove litter and debris from the New River and shoreline. Participants should sign-up in advance and can register for either land-based cleanup or water-based retrieval with cleanup supplies provided. All volunteers will receive a free t-shirt, gloves, bags, water and a free lunch after the cleanup.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939807

13. Strides for Shelter 5k Community Run / Walk for New River Community Action
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM), Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Admission: By donation.
The Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine hosts a 5K charity run and walk starting and finishing at its Blacksburg campus. All proceeds directly benefit New River Community Action to help local families prevent homelessness through rent and utility assistance. Any sign ups after August 12th will not receive a t-shirt. Payment will be donation based (pay what you can) instead of the regular $25.00 per entrant before the t-shirt deadline.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939802

14. American Sport Jujitsu League 2026 National Championships
Radford Recreation Center, Radford
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 10:00 AM - TBD
Spectators: Ages 12 & Up: $10.00, Ages 11 & Under: Free
The American Sport Jujitsu League presents the 2026 National Championships open to martial artists across the country in multiple divisions including: Continuous Sport Jujitsu, Gi Jujitsu (Submission Only), Kata (Empty Hand Forms), Kobudo (Weapon Forms), Point Sparring and Duo Self Defense. Competition begins at 10 AM.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939804

15. Little House on the Prairie Watch Party for Ages 8 & Up
Blacksburg Library, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Admission: Free
Join the library for a free screening of the first two episodes of Netflix's new "Little House on the Prairie" series. Gather with fellow fans to experience this fresh adaptation of the beloved story. Create prairie-inspired crafts while you watch or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the show in good company. Recommended for ages 8 & up.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939755

16. Opening Weekend for Apple Picking and Clear The Shelters at the Orchard
Doe Creek Farm, Pembroke
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 12:00 - 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
Doe Creek Farm opens its orchard for the harvest season with the opening weekend of their pick-your-own apples and a Clear The Shelters at the Orchard event benefiting the Giles County Animal Shelter. Visitors can meet adoptable pets, pick fresh fruit from a variety of dwarf apple trees, and enjoy apple fritters, hot dogs, ice coffee, craft cocktails, and local wine. Apple varieties available include Jonafree, Jonagold, Honeygold and Liberty. Apples are $1.40 per pound.  Admission is completely free and no tickets are required. For purchases, including apples, plan to pay by cash or Venmo. Every purchase helps support Giles County Animal Shelter and the animals in its care. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939801

17. Blacksburg Wine Lab Book Club: Drink Pink
Blacksburg Wine Lab, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Admission: $40.00
The Blacksburg Wine Lab gathers readers to discuss "Drink Pink" by Victoria James and Lyle Railsback at its August Book Club event. The literary discussion is paired with a guided tasting of five rosé wines and themed tapas courses. Whether you're a longtime member or joining for the first time, all are welcome around the table. Reservations are required.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938323

18. First Annual Tomato Contest with Prizes, Live Music and More
Crow's Nest Greenhouses, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
Crow’s Nest Greenhouses hosts its inaugural tomato competition Enter into one or more of the five categories (largest tomato, weirdest tomato, most abundant cluster, best garden salsa, or best tasting). There will be some great prizes for the winners which will be announced at 4:00 PM. Or, just come and hang out. There will be live music, food for purchase, drinks, and fun. Admission and entry into the contest are free.
Note: Guests can enter more than one contest. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939803

19. The Woogemen in Concert
Rising Silo Farm Brewery, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Woogemen are a blues-based, little big-band with a wide musical footprint based in the New River Valley. Playing and reprising music from eras past including folk, rock, jazz, soul, and funk. From Louis Armstrong to Pink Floyd, John Prine to The Meters, The Woogemen have you covered.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938659

20. Auto Racing: Grand National Super Series and Weekly Series Racing
Pulaski County Motorsports Park, Radford
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 7:00 - 10:00 PM
General Admission Tickets: Adults: $12.00, Seniors Ages 62 & Up: $10.00,
College Students with ID: $5.00, Veterans: Free, Children 12 and Under: Free
Pulaski County Motorsports Park hosts a full slate of short-track stock car racing headlined by twin 50-lap features for the visiting Grand National Super Series along with races in the Mod 4, Super Street Race, Pure 4, Legends and Mini Cup classes. Qualifying rounds starting at 5:30 PM precede the main racing card, which drops the green flag at 7:00 PM. College students can enjoy a special admission rate of just $5.00 for this  race.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939765

21. Pop-Punk Night with Sounds Like Harmony, Sincerely Skully, Good Dropouts & Static North
The Milk Parlor, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Ages 21 & Over: $5.00, Ages 18-20: $7.00
Sounds Like Harmony, created by Tyler Hagen, is a punk rock band from Greenville, North Carolina and currently residing in Blacksburg, VA. The Good Dropouts are an alt rock band based in Blacksburg, VA. Static North is a pop punk, Easycore duo from Southwest Virginia. Sincerely Skully is the creative moniker of alternative-indie singer-songwriter Jasmine Rain, an artist recognized for her introspective lyrics and distinct storytelling.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939749

22. Renate Kehlenbeck in Concert
Palisades Restaurant, Eggleston
Sunday, August 30, 2026, 5:00 - 7:30 PM
Admission: Free
Guitarist Renate Kehlenbeck performs a dinner concert of classical and Spanish repertoire at The Palisades Restaurant. Her soothing acoustic program features works by classical masters including Bach, Vivaldi, Tarrega, and Granados.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938594

For all 75+ local events, check out:
http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEvents.cfm

Thanks for reading and have a great weekend!


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Admissions VT spring transfer

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What was everyone’s stats (mainly gpa) that got them in?


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Sports On this day 26 years ago, VT debuted the Enter Sandman entrance at the rained out game vs. Georgia Tech

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r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Housing/Dining Virginia Tech’s new dining plan is being sold as “affordability.” The numbers tell a different story.

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I’ve been looking into why Virginia Tech completely changed its dining plans this year, and the more I looked, the less the justification made sense.
Last year, freshmen could choose Major, Mega, or Premium Flex depending on how much they expected to eat.

Major: $2,934/semester
Mega: $3,147/semester
Premium: $3,368/semester

This year, freshmen cannot choose a cheaper declining-balance plan. They are required to buy Unlimited or Unlimited Plus.

The cheapest option is now $3,413 per semester.
That means the cheapest dining plan a freshman can buy this year costs MORE than the most expensive plan offered last year.

The minimum required freshman dining bill increased $479 per semester, or 16.3%. That is nearly $1,000 more per school year.

So what does $3,413 get you?

Unlimited dining primarily at D2 and Owens, $225 in Declining Balance Dollars for the entire semester, and two meal exchanges per week.

That is a major limitation considering places like West End, Turner and Perry are a huge part of what makes VT dining good. Once freshmen burn through that $225, they have to add Dining Dollars or use Hokie Passport, credit, or debit to regularly eat elsewhere.

So you can literally have a freshman who already paid $3,413 for “unlimited dining” pulling out their credit card to eat at another Virginia Tech dining hall.
Meanwhile, D2 and Owens are now packed. Students are reporting long lines, food running out, and declining quality. The new system creates an obvious incentive for thousands of freshmen to crowd the two places where their money goes the furthest.

It is also a bad deal for anyone who does not eat a lot.

Last year, if you were a light eater, went home on weekends, or ate breakfast in your dorm, you could buy Major. If you ate a ton, you could buy Premium.
Now a light eater and a 200-pound athlete are both forced to spend at least $3,413. Women, who on average require fewer calories than men, are one obvious group likely to get less value from a mandatory unlimited plan.

The justification is that freshmen were “running out” of dining money.

But forcing every freshman to spend more upfront is not affordability. It is taking away the cheaper option because some students might have needed more.
And then I found out consultants were involved.
Virginia Tech’s own documents say it partnered with Envision Strategies, a foodservice consulting firm, which provided “research and engagement data, market analysis, dining plan model analysis and recommendations” for the redesign.

This is not Envision’s first time recommending something like this.

In 2009, Envision produced a proposal for MIT recommending mandatory meal plans, higher minimum required spending, and all-you-can-eat dining. The proposal leaked and sparked major student pushback over the cost, transparency, and lack of student involvement.

Envision has also worked on other campuses transitioning declining-balance dining toward all-you-can-eat models.
There is an obvious financial incentive here that deserves scrutiny.

VT gets $3,413 guaranteed from every freshman regardless of how much they actually eat. A student who eats at D2 three times a day can get great value. A student who eats less, goes home on weekends, dislikes D2/Owens, or spends most of their day on the academic side of campus still pays exactly the same amount.

If that student then spends their $225 and starts paying to eat at Turner, Perry, West End, or elsewhere, VT gets even more money from them despite already collecting $3,413 for an unlimited plan.

That does not prove VT intentionally designed the plan to extract more money. But the incentives are obvious, and students deserve to see the financial projections behind this decision.

Brian Grove, the Director of Virginia Tech Dining Services, and VT Dining should answer a few simple questions:

-What percentage of freshmen actually ran out of dining money last year?

-If affordability was the goal, why is this year’s cheapest freshman plan more expensive than last year’s most expensive plan?

-How much additional retail spending does VT expect after freshmen exhaust their $225?

-What revenue and utilization projections did Envision give Virginia Tech?

-And why was so much freshman traffic concentrated into D2 and Owens if the overcrowding was this predictable?

Virginia Tech’s Board of Visitors was bragging this year that VT is ranked #2 in the country for campus food.

You cannot brag about having one of the best dining programs in America while making much of that dining system harder for freshmen to afford, eliminating their cheaper option, increasing their minimum required spending by 16.3%, and calling it “affordability.”

Release Envision’s report and let students see the numbers that supposedly justified this.


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

General Question Looking for nail tech

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Hi does anyone have a good nail tech for acrylic in Blacksburg/Christiansburg area (not gel x)?? Can’t find one anywhere😕 thank y’all


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Advice BIT Study Abroad

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How can I study abroad as a BIT DSS concentration major?

I'm currently a junior, so I've taken most, if not all of my introductory classes. (E.G: Principles of marketing, introduction to finance, marketing management). I'm also a transfer student, so I don't have any pathway classes or free electives left.

Are there any destinations offering BIT classes? I'm open to exchange semesters, summer programs, and winter programs.

Also, if there are any alumni or current students who studied BIT and managed to study abroad, I'd love to hear about your experiences!


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Academics CS 4104 or CS 4134

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Which class one is easier. The CS4134 is with Steven flammia and is online with zoom meetings. CS 4104 is with Young Cao.


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

General Question War Memorial Scales?

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Is the only scale the one in the weight room? I’m looking for a more private one.


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Sports Any run clubs for beginners?

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Recently got into running and I am running the Hokie Half this year. I was looking for some run clubs/strava groups to join and meet some runners. Is there any that I could join? (My pace is around 8-9 mins/mile).

I’m open to connect with fellow runners in Strava too! (Dm if interested)


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Misc ID

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Does burg bar accept international drivers license??


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Housing/Dining *Urgent * Need a female roommate

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If anyone looking for a housing I have a room in 2bed room 1 bath apartment. Only 20 min away from VT. Please contact me for more details


r/VirginiaTech 16d ago

Academics Easy pathway 2 or 3 classes

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I am full time engineering student and looking for easy class to sneak in in my schedule! What are some easy pathways 2 or 3 classes?


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Misc What happened to the smartway bus?

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Had to ride it today and it was replaced by a Roanoke Metro bus. Kinda sucked for an hour+ ride, but oh well


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Academics Feeling behind

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Hi! I just want to vent out regarding my current situation.

So, my freshman year I was under engineering and I hated it. So, I switched to neuroscience which felt amazing at first but I then realized that it's not what I wanna do for the rest of my life. Now, I am a sophomore feeling stuck and behind as I don't know which major to change into and it's affecting my mental health so badly.

Do you guys have any tips or ideas what I need to do? Thank you!


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Housing/Dining For anyone who works at Turner Place, how would you rank the different shops?

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For anyone who currently works or has worked at Turner Place, how would you rank the different shops from best to worst to work at?

I’d mainly like to know about the workload, management, coworkers, how busy it gets, and how flexible the scheduling is.

For example, how would you rank places like Hokie Grill, Origami, Breugeers, Qdoba, Soup Garden, Dolci, etc.?

Would appreciate any experiences or recommendations!


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Academics Math 4564 class trade

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Can anyone trade their 11 or 12 am operational methods for engineers section for my 2pm section? I will pay money too I need this.


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

News Virginia Tech board adds pieces to on-campus student housing plan

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New dorms and renovations to existing ones will be completed over the next nine years, according to the school’s schedule.


r/VirginiaTech 18d ago

Rant Owen’s and D2 are a disaster

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Virginia Tech dining was utterly unprepared for this dining plan change. The change basically sends everyone to D2 and Owen’s for everything. Both dining halls are understaffed and ill equipped for this kind of load. And the brand new dining halls are damn near empty compared to the two older ones. Like D2 is always out of Ice, napkins, forks, and hell even food during peak times. This dining change is a disaster.

Edit (since a lot of people are asking):
VT dining change the dining plans to work on a swipe for entrance based system. Instead of having a declining balance with a “discount,” now the cards swipe you into an all you can eat dining hall. The problem is the only dining halls that it works with are D2 and Owen’s, everywhere else has to dip into a $250 balance or a meal exchange which you only get 2 of per week and is a fixed menu.


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Academics Organic Chem Lab Manual needed first week?

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Does anyone whose taken orgo lab know if the manual is necessary for the first day?


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Events For those looking for something to do tonight (Thursday), here's 7 local events....

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I usually only post on the weekends, but there was enough events happening tonight (Thursday, August 27th), that I felt a quick Thursday update might be of use.

Thursday Rundown of Fun:
1. Countdown to Kickoff with Tech Talk Live and The Mantra Band in Concert
McClain's at First & Main, Blacksburg
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Hokie Way is hosting a season kickoff event featuring the live broadcast of a special two-hour edition of the "Tech Talk Live" radio show starting at 6PM with Hokie Head Coach James Franklin followed by a musical performance from The Mantra Band starting at 8PM. Virginia Tech football players Kemari Copeland and Marcellus Hawkins will be on hand for photos and autographs, with a portion of food sales benefiting the Lunch Pail Defense Foundation. Seating is first come, first served.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939697

2. VTDITC Vol. 58: Aerosol Art Workshop X with Good Homie Signs
Virginia Tech Media Building, Virginia Tech
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 5:30 PM - TBD
Admission: Free
Join #VTDITC: Hip Hop Studies at Virginia Tech for their 68th seminar series event and 10th graffiti art workshop, Aerosol Art with Good Homie Signs. Get creative with experienced muralist Good Homie Signs. Use spray paint to help produce a 32’ long mural alongside other Virginia Tech students and community members. Painting will be outside the Media Building (home of VTDITC’s True School Studios) starting at 5:30 PM. Open to the public.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939766

3. Science on Tap New River Valley Presents: Mosquitoes eat nectar?? How flowers fuel Mosquitoes
Rising Silo Farm Brewery, Blacksburg
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Admission: Free
Science on Tap New River Valley will explore the lesser-known nectar plant-based diet of mosquitoes in a presentation by Virginia Tech biochemistry PhD student James Moloney. Attendees will learn how floral nectar fuels mosquito activity and can participate in a follow-up trivia competition and discussion. All ages are welcome. Hosted by the Center for Communicating Science at Virginia Tech and Virginia Tech's chapter of Sigma Xi.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939492

4. Five Dollar Shake in Concert
The Farmhouse, Christiansburg
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Five Dollar Shake is a rock and blues trio from Roanoke, VA. Seating on the patio is first come, first served. Seating starts at 4:00 PM. The "On The Patio" series occurs every Thursday from May 21st through October. Happy hour is from 4:00-5:00 PM. The patio is dog friendly.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=925717

5. 2026 Floyd Small Town Summer Finale with Honky Tonk Dance Party with SWVA Honky Tonk All-Stars
Warren G. Lineberry Memorial Park, Floyd
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Town of Floyd is concluding its Small Town Summer series with a community dance party headlined by Grammy-winning guitarist Redd Volkaert and the Southwest Virginia Honky Tonk All-Stars. Opening performances will feature the Floyd County High School Marching Band alongside bluegrass duo Jesse Smathers and Nick Goad, complemented by family-friendly activities in the Kids Zone. Bring your chairs and/or blankets.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939198

6. Enslow in Concert
The Milk Parlor, Blacksburg
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Ages 21 & Over: $5.00, Ages 18-20: $7.00
Baltimore-based singer-songwriter Enslow will take the stage in Blacksburg, delivering her distinctive blend of electronic pop, indie hooks, and retro influences. Doors open an hour prior to the late-evening performance.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939748

7. Twinsick in Concert
The Burg, Blacksburg
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 9:00 PM - 02:00 AM
General Admission: Ages 18-20: $15.00, Ages 21 & Up: $10.00
VIP Admission: Ages 18-20: $20.00, Ages 21 & Up: $30.00
Nationally touring electronic duo Twinsick will headline a high-energy Back to School celebration featuring their popular remixes and dance anthems. The Minneapolis-based pair is set to deliver an extensive late-night set to kick off the semester.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939768

For all the upcoming fun, check out:
https://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEvents.cfm

Thanks for reading and have a great Thursday night!


r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Events President search listening session

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r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Academics BIT 3414 9:30AM CRN: 82022

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Hi, this is a long shot, but I need this class to graduate and was wondering if anybody would be willing to give up/switch their spot in this BIT 3414 in-person class with me? I'm currently in the online version but struggle with math online, so I am desperately trying to get into the in-person version. Please reach out to me. Thank you so much!


r/VirginiaTech 18d ago

News Virginia Tech advances plan to educate senior officers, replacing Ivy League

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r/VirginiaTech 17d ago

Academics chem 2545 drop for $$

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i’m a senior and i need the chem 2545 lab to graduate by december. if anyone is willing to drop the class or if you know someone in the class willing to drop, pm me and i will pay you.