William & Mary expands new climate-focused major, deepens coastal research with $100 million gift
William & Mary has received a $100 million donation that aims to help coastal communities adapt to changing temperatures, rising seas and more intense storms.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Win finally gives University of Virginia football something to feel good about
3 key takeaways from the stateโs football scene -- and a glimpse at whatโs to come next week.
Former Virginia Tech linebacker gets a golden ticket on โAmerican Idolโ and is going to Hollywood!
From donning a helmet and pads in Lane Stadium to performing for a nationwide audience, this former Hokies has come a long way!
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Virginia Tech, University of Virginia among campuses recognized as Most Beautiful in America
The campuses at Virginia Tech and University of Virginia are getting national recognition for their beauty. Both schools made it on Cond Nast Travelers list of The 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America.Virginia Tech and University of Virginia were recognized among several Ivy Leagues and other universities known for their historic landmarks. The list highlights Virginia Techs Hokie Stone that covers the buildings and its resemblance to Oxford and Cambridge. The list touts UVAs Rotunda as the must-see of Grounds. William & Mary was the other Virginia university recognized on the list.
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MONDAY HUDDLE: 3 takeaways from this weekend's football scene around the state
Zane Zandier #33 jumps in celebration after Jordan Mack #4 of the Virginia Cavaliers sacks Hollis Mathis #12 of William & Mary. (Photo by Ryan M. Kelly/Getty Images)Here are three takeaways from this past weekend's football action around the state. Redemption for Patrick HenryThe last two seasons against Brookville, Patrick Henry High School had lost by a combined score of 80-13, including 52-0 last year. Determined for payback, Patrick Henry seemed like it might suffer another setback after Brookville rallied from a double-digit deficit in the second half to tie the game. But Patrick Henry quarterback Roy Gunn led what turned out to be the game-winning drive, scoring on a 20-yard touchdown run with 44 seconds left to give Patrick Henry a 28-21 win and some sweet redemption against Brookville.
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Perkins, Reed pace Virginia in rout of William & Mary, 52-17
William & Mary (1-1) got its only points against Virginia's first team after recovering a muffed punt at the Cavaliers' 13 yard-line in the second quarter. "If there is a time to have those, now was the time," coach Bronco Mendenhall said of Perkins' miscues. The Cavaliers also scored on Nick Grant's 85-yard interception return and freshman Mike Hollins' 9-yard run on his first college attempt. MILESTONESThe game was the first for Virginia since they beat Duke 49-28 in 1989 that the Cavs did not have to punt. Virginia: The Cavaliers play the second of three consecutive home games, hosting Florida State.