FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 18 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * A new era of global growth: George Mason and Naugen launch international innovation accelerator * This month, a new Northern Virginia International Soft-Landing Accelerator (NISA) program, designed to help start-ups from around the globe find guidance, connections, and lab or office spaces at no cost, was launched to help develop new technologies in life sciences. Applications will soon open for the firs  more

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 19 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * A safer passage for wildlife * Ever since Ford's Model T introduced motorized travel to America's middle-class, crossing roads has been a risky business for animals. Randy Chambers, director of William & Mary's Keck Environmental Field Laboratory, has seen the sad impacts of animal-vehicle collisions many times. One area in particular has drawn his attention: Jamestown Road near Lake Matoaka. During his ne  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 19 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Alexis Ehrhardt named vice president for government relations at VCU * By Grant Heston Virginia Commonwealth University has named Alexis I. Ehrhardt, Ed.D., as its next vice president for government relations, effective Dec. 8. She brings more than two decades of experience in higher education, public policy and economic and community development. Ehrhardt currently serves as executive direct  more

ROANOKE, Virginia, Nov. 19 -- The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech posted the following news: * * * All you can eat: Ultra-processed foods affect young adults differently * Young Americans are gaining weight. An analysis published in The Lancet predicts that 1 in 3 Americans age 15 to 24 will meet the criteria for obesity by 2050, putting their health at risk. While genetics, inactivity, and many other factors are at play, diet features prominently. Ultra-processed  more

GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: * * * Batten School & VIMS alumni reconnect and celebrate at CERF 2025 By Ethan Smith "A lot of our alumni hold very high positions, so you look around the room and it's really impressive." Rom Lipcius spoke those words as he observed the lively crowd gathered for a highly anticipated reception for alumni of William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS, held in conjunction with  more

WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, Nov. 20 -- West Liberty University issued the following news: * * * Bequest of Over $600,000 Establishes Jack E. Cisney Scholarship at West Liberty University The West Liberty University Foundation is honored to announce a transformative bequest gift of more than $600,000 from the estate of Jack E. Cisney, a beloved educator and longtime supporter of higher education. This generous gift establishes the Jack E. Cisney Scholarship, an endowed fund that will provide   more

BOWIE, Maryland, Nov. 20 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release: * * * Bowie State University Announces Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley as Winter 2025 Commencement Speaker Bowie State University is proud to announce Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley, nationally renowned pastor and champion for justice, as the keynote speaker for its Winter 2025 Commencement. The ceremony will be held on Friday, December 19 at 9 a.m. in the Leonidas S. James Physical Education Complex. Dr. Wesley i  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * A century of FFA leadership, born at Virginia Tech The youth organization founded in 1925 by four agricultural educators is now the nation's largest student-led organization, with more than 1 million members. By Marya Barlow When first-year student Grayson Long walks across Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus, she knows she's treading the same ground where the organization that shaped her life first began. A pas  more

FAIRMONT, West Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Fairmont State University issued the following news: * * * CEO of HOPE Gas, Morgan O'Brien, Highlights Workforce Opportunities during Fairmont State University's Presidential Speaker Series Fairmont State University wrapped up the Fall installment of its 2025-2026 Presidential Speaker Series on Nov. 13 with Morgan O'Brien, CEO of Hope Gas. The Presidential Speaker Series welcomes distinguished leaders to campus to explore politics, economics, civics, the ar  more

HAMPTON, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Hampton University issued the following news: * * * Hampton University Redefines Growth: 46% Surge in Enrollment and a New Blueprint for Student Belonging Private HBCU thrives with data-informed strategy, mission-driven leadership, and a renewed focus on excellence through access * In an era when many colleges face shrinking applicant pools and rising skepticism about the value of higher education, Hampton University is achieving the opposite: record enrollm  more

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- The University of Lynchburg issued the following news: * * * History students lend research, talent to Cloverlea Farmhouse holiday event University of Lynchburg history students incorporated their research into tours given during a holiday-themed event held at Claytor Nature Center's Cloverlea Farmhouse and Gardens on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event, "History Around the Holidays," included house tours, garden views, cemetery walks, music from local Celtic and trad  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 19 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * How I found my research: Dickson Donu joins the battle against malaria * By Tom Gresham How I found my research is an occasional series featuring VCU students sharing their journeys as researchers. When Dickson Donu arrived at Virginia Commonwealth University in January 2021, he already knew he wanted to pursue the development of novel antimalarials. Donu had previously served as a research a  more

VIENNA, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- The Navy Federal Credit Union issued the following news release: * * * Navy Federal Credit Union Marks Membership Milestone with Renewed Commitment to Supporting Military Community As it welcomes its 15 millionth member, Navy Federal commits $10 million this year to organizations that support Servicemembers, Veterans and their families. * As Navy Federal Credit Union welcomes its 15 millionth member this fall, the credit union reaffirms its commitment to support  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 19 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS KIDS, Producers, and Stations Receive 20 Children's and Family Emmy Award Nominations * The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) last night announced the nominations for the Children's & Family Emmy(r) Awards. PBS KIDS, producers, and stations received 20 total nominations. Outstanding Preschool, Children's or Family Viewing Series Odd Squad (Sinking Ship Entertainme  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 18 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Reimagining Democracy: Schar School Students Help Write a 'New Declaration' at UVA Summit * What would happen if 40 students from a dozen colleges across the commonwealth were brought together for a two-day summit to draft a new declaration for the future of American democracy? It happened. Three government and international politics (GVIP) students in the Schar School of Policy and Government at George   more

SMITHFIELD, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Smithfield Foods, an American food company, issued the following news release on Nov. 19, 2025: * * * Smithfield Foods to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences Smithfield Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: SFD), an American food company and an industry leader in value-added packaged meats and fresh pork, today announced its participation in two upcoming investor conferences. Wednesday, December 3 * Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference, New York, NY P  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond Health Studies Professor Nigel James Wins Global Health Award for Breast Cancer Screening Research Health studies professor Nigel James recently received a national award from the American Public Health Association for his research on breast cancer screening. James was awarded the 2025 APHA Cancer Forum Global Health Award for his -- "Transforming Detection: Assessing the  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * Why Thanksgiving smells so good (and feels even better) By Jane Kelly, jak4g@virginia.edu With Thanksgiving a week away, people around the country are preparing to head home to break bread with family and friends. The familiar is a staple of the holiday. Beautiful tables are set, people reflect on what they are thankful for and family recipes are trotted out. It's estimated 46 milli  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- The University of Virginia's School of Law issued the following news: * * * The Making of a Law Journal Note UVA Law Student Note Editors and Authors Share Insights By Cooper Allen A law review article written by roommates Alec Block '26 and Joseph Paul '26 started with a text. "Toward the end of our 1L summer, I just texted, 'Hey, would you be interested in co-authoring a note?'" Block said. A year later, after extensive brainstorming, research, writi  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 19 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU Innovators of the Year advance lifesaving aerosol therapy for newborns * By Jeff Kelley For their pioneering work at a small scale - the delivery of tiny particles of treatment to premature infants struggling to breathe - two Virginia Commonwealth University researchers have been named Innovators of the Year, a reflection of VCU's cross-disciplinary approach to society's big challenges.   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * AI-powered holiday travel plans may offer both convenience and risk, expert explains As more people turn to artificial intelligence (AI) for help planning their holiday trips, travelers may be relying on AI tools for everything from flight prices to hotel picks to local recommendations. But while these tools can be helpful, Juan Luis Nicolau, a professor of revenue management in Virginia Tech's Pamplin College of   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 20 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * All you can eat: Ultra-processed foods affect young adults differently In a new study, 18- to 21-year-olds exposed to a diet high in ultra-processed foods were more likely to overeat -- even when full. By Leigh Anne Kelley Young Americans are gaining weight. An analysis published in The Lancet predicts that 1 in 3 Americans age 15 to 24 will meet the criteria for obesity by 2050, putting their health   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * CodeFest 2025 explores AI and tech for human-centered travel How can artificial intelligence (AI) enhance an individually customized travel experience? That challenge brought together students, and faculty, and industry partners from Marriott International for CodeFest 2025, a 48-hour sprint of creativity and collaboration on Oct. 10. Centered on the theme "From Booking to Belonging: AI and Tech for Human-Center  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Dental surgery helps retired draft horse King breathe easy again By Sharon Peart People dread going to the dentist, but hate getting sinus infections even more. It's much the same for horses. "Most of us can appreciate how miserable a sinus infection can be, based on our personal experiences with colds, thus, I find the treatment of dental and sinus diseases so satisfying because it results in an immediate and   more