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Communications expert discusses sports fandom, sexism and the Taylor Swift effect , articleThe involvement of Taylor Swift this NFL season has highlighted disparities in sports communities among fans. Shifts in cultural norms surrounding sports and the media have left some fans feeling resistant to change. Virginia Tech communications expert Megan Duncan shares her insight on sexism in sports communities.
Date: Feb 08, 2024 -
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Super Bowl experts: The big game, Taylor Swift's impact, a new era of ads, healthy eats, and more , articleFor most people, the Super Bowl isn’t just about the game. For many, the food and entertainment take center stage. Ahead of the big game, Virginia Tech experts can speak on a variety of topics, including Taylor Swift's impact on the NFL and gender bias, a new era of marketing, gambling, healthy snacks, and more.
Date: Feb 05, 2024 -
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Expert provides food safety tips following charcuterie meat Salmonella outbreak , articleWhether it’s building out a big spread for the Super Bowl or planning a Valentine’s Day meal, lots of people will be heading to the store these next few weeks to stock up on food. One item many might be considering is charcuterie. A recent Salmonella outbreak linked to charcuterie meats has raised some concerns, but Virginia Tech food safety expert Katheryn Parraga-Estrada explains that not all charcuterie products are involved in this outbreak and offers tips for selecting the right meats.
Date: Feb 05, 2024 -
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Dietitian offers advice for healthy snacking on Superbowl Sunday , articleThe Big Game is coming, and you may well feel the need to strategize what those gathering before your television will get to munch on. Kristen Chang, a registered dietitian with the Virginia Tech Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, has tips for every stage of your snack preparation.
Date: Feb 02, 2024 -
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Experts available: U.S. soldiers killed in drone strike, Super Bowl LVIII, tax season, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@28277cc.com.
Date: Jan 29, 2024 -
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North America bird populations are declining; expert explains why , articleAccording to recent data, bird populations in North America have declined by approximately 2.9 billion birds, a loss of more than one in four birds since 1970. Experts say this bird loss will continue to grow unless changes are made in our daily lives.
Date: Jan 29, 2024 -
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2024 headlines in the news - Virginia Tech experts available , articleLooking ahead to 2024 headlines in the news, Virginia Tech has the following experts available for interviews to help with your reporting. Please let us know if you’re interested in connecting with any of them. Thanks for your consideration!
Date: Jan 24, 2024 -
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Experts recommend focusing on digital privacy and wellness in 2024 , articleAs 2024 gets underway, many people are focused on new year’s resolutions – eat healthier, quit smoking, catch up with family. But what about your online privacy and safety? Virginia Tech information privacy and cybersecurity experts and co-founders of Voices of Privacy, France Bélanger and Donna Wertalik say now is also a good time to make resolutions about protecting your and your loved ones’ information in the digital world.
Date: Jan 22, 2024 -
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Expert shares advice for parents navigating pediatric influenza, COVID-19, and RSV this winter , articleCoping with the challenges of parenting can be particularly stressful for those concerned about the flu, COVID-19, or RSV. With an increase in cases this season, parents are seeking effective preventive measures and safety guidelines for their kids.
Date: Jan 22, 2024 -
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GOP presidential race: Political experts look to New Hampshire primary and beyond , articleVirginia Tech political experts Karen Hult and Caitlin Jewitt provided perspectives on what the results of the 202 Iowa Republican caucuses could spell for the Jan. 23 Republican primary in New Hampshire and the race overall.
Date: Jan 18, 2024 -
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Media Advisories and Reporter Tip SheetsView media advisories and reporter tip sheets from the Virginia Tech Media Relations team.
Date: Jan 17, 2024 -
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Winter spikes of the flu, COVID-19, and RSV; expert offers tips and advice for staying healthy , articleFederal officials are describing a ‘tripledemic’ of respiratory infections on the rise. Flu, COVID-19, and RSV are spiking, as expected, as we are in the mid-winter months. Lisa M. Lee, a professor of public health at Virginia Tech, answered questions about factors for concern and the importance of vaccination. Lee is an epidemiologist and bioethicist who has worked in public health and ethics for 25 years, including 14 years with CDC.
Date: Jan 10, 2024 -
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Experts available: SCOTUS to decide Trump case, Boeing incident, flu cases increasing, and more , article
The Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@28277cc.com.
Date: Jan 08, 2024 -
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Winter weather brings hazardous driving conditions to roads; expert provides safety tips for navigating , articleWinter weather brings freezing temperatures, snow, and high winds to regions across the country. Virginia Tech Transportation Institute says that driving when both visibility and traction are impaired by the weather increases the risk of a crash.
Date: Jan 05, 2024 -
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Expert says forget the resolution, focus on mindfulness & behavioral interventions in the New Year , articleAs 2023 comes to a close and 2024 approaches, many people will be thinking about how to reset goals and make lifestyle changes. Individuals often set challenging resolutions and tend to lose motivation as time progresses. Instead of making a resolution, Virginia Tech behavioral psychologist Samantha Harden suggests a different approach in the new year.
Date: Dec 19, 2023 -
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Experts available: Ukrainian president visits D.C., FDA approves sickle cell treatment, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@28277cc.com.
Date: Dec 11, 2023 -
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Music expert expounds on Taylor Swift’s unmatched cultural impact , articleFollowing a recording-breaking concert tour so huge that she brought mini economic booms wherever she went, pop star Taylor Swift’s cultural ascendancy reached another peak as Time Magazine pronounced her Person of the Year. Virginia Tech voice expert Ariana Wyatt discusses Swift’s legacy and cultural impact.
Date: Dec 08, 2023 -
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Expert shares strategies for managing holiday stress and anxiety , articleThe holiday season is often an overwhelming experience for many individuals. The combination of gift shopping, travel arrangements, and the expected anxiety of family and friends can create very stressful situations. Virginia Tech psychologist Rosanna Breaux shares her most effective tips for navigating seasonal stress.
Date: Dec 06, 2023 -
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Experts offers tips for what parents should know about ‘smart toys’ and data security , articleInformation security experts France Bélanger and Donna Wertalik, professors in the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Tech and co-hosts of Voices of Privacy, provide tips for parents considering holiday gifts of smart toys for their children.
Date: Dec 06, 2023 -
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Holiday story ideas: Smart toy safety, managing holiday stress, economics of Christmas music, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews on holiday related topics. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@28277cc.com.
Date: Dec 04, 2023
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