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Police pursue necklace leads

By Tom Christensen | February 4, 2011

Virginia State Police said last week the necklace worn by slain Virginia Tech student Morgan Harrington has not yet been recovered. When police initially reported Harrington missing in October 2009, they emphasized the unique characteristics of the Swarovski necklace she wore in hopes that the necklace's physical description would help with recovery efforts, Virginia State Police spokesperson Corinne Geller said. "We released information early on because it was distinctive," Geller said.

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Abuse bill gains support

By Anh Dao and Callie Herod | February 4, 2011

A bill which would extend the civil statute of limitations on child molestation cases passed through a state Senate committee this week.

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ITC defaults to secondary server after network crash

By Caroline Houck | February 3, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39833" align="alignleft" width="250" caption="Students were forced to adapt to a slower connection yesterday due to a hardware issue.

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Administrators gather for annual conference

By Anh Dao | February 3, 2011

More than 2,000 post-secondary educators convened in San Francisco last week to attend the Association of American Colleges and Universities' annual meeting on higher learning.

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Corps ranks school second

By Kaz Komolafe | February 3, 2011

The University placed the second-most number of graduates in the Peace Corps this year among middle-sized colleges and universities. Seventy-one University alumni are currently serving in the Peace Corps, compared to 64 volunteers in 2010.

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University professors receive teaching honors

By Tara Johnson | February 3, 2011

Architecture School Prof. Timothy Beatley and Law School Prof. Jim Ryan are two of 12 recipients of the Outstanding Faculty Award, presented by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.

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Hospital introduces high-tech equipment

By Kaz Komolafe | February 2, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39770" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="The University Medical Center implemented breakthrough technology with a $14.7 million operating room design.

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Va. Tech seeks to curb binge drinking

By Sara Guaglione | February 2, 2011

A new coalition has been formed at Virginia Tech to curb reckless alcohol consumption. The Task Force to Reduce Alcohol Harm, Injuries and Fatalities, which will meet for the first time later this week, was created in response to a number of incidents involving drinking-related harm to college students. "The goal is to involve students in protecting life and safety," said Steven Clarke, director of the Campus Alcohol Abuse Prevention Center at Virginia Tech. Edward Spencer, vice president for Student Affairs at Virginia Tech, created the task force, which was originally made up of students, faculty, and staff who expressed concern about binge-drinking at the university. "It was concerned students at V.T.

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Student leads talk on Egyptian crisis

By Bethel Habte | February 2, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39764" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Last night Jacob Kohn shared his experiences studying abroad in Egypt.

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StudCo proposes petition

By Ana Mir | February 2, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39759" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Student Council passed a bill Tuesday to recommend lower campaign spending.

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UJC plans awareness events

By Valerie Clemens | February 2, 2011

From Feb. 28 to March 4, the University Judiciary Committee will aim to make the general student body more aware of the organization, its standards and procedures, the committee announced Sunday. "It will be a good opportunity to teach people about what we do," UJC Chair Will Bane said. The committee plans to involve the University in its efforts, UJC Senior Educator Victoria Marchetti said.

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Cuccinelli says state may fund private militia

By Bethel Habte | February 1, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39671" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli responded to an inquiry by Del.

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Freshmen report high stress levels

By Anh Dao | February 1, 2011

College has always been demanding, but a recent study indicates freshmen are facing record levels of stress.

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New buildings cause detours

February 1, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39668" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="The Arts Parking Garage to Ruffin Hall will be blocked off between Feb.

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Gov. proposes student contest for safety PSA

By Caroline Houck | February 1, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39665" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Gov. Bob McDonnell invited college students to submit videos promoting safer campuses during a conference at VCU yesterday.

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Honor drafts guidelines

By Bethel Habte | January 31, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39566" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="A juror discussion technique drew criticism during the discussion of a proposed document for new trial chairs.

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Paper elects new staff

January 31, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39564" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="(From left to right) Andrew Seidman, Allie Vandivier, Jason Ally, Matthew Cameron and Alyssa Juan took over leadership positions for the next year.

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Repeal fails to affect program

By Kaz Komolafe | January 31, 2011

Although some military officials claim the Dec. 22 repeal of the federal government's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy may affect recruitment and morale, the University Reserve Officers' Training Corps maintains that their relationships with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer communities on Grounds have been unaffected by the change.

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McDonnell lifts ban on gun rights

By Nick Eilerson | January 31, 2011

Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) lifted the ban on carrying firearms openly in state parks in a Jan. 14 letter addressed to David A.

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Hospital errs on payroll

By Kevin Mead | January 31, 2011

[caption id="attachment_39560" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="University Health System discovered that it mistakenly underpaid several employees due to confusion over federal regulation.