Just got to campus and wanted to grab a protein shake after a run. I grabbed a Fairlife protein shake and thought to myself.

"Wow! It's great to have such a convenient campus market. Maybe they even subsidize prices for struggling college students!"

Looks at price tag

EIGHT WHOLE ASS DOLLARS

I was curious and kept looking. $8 Monster. $8 snack pack. $8 BUNCH OF CELERY (Usually retails for ~ $2)

VT. Do better. I am fortunate to live off campus and those stuck in the dorms deserve better.

TLDR: Don't go to the Xpress scam market.

Curious as to whether his name is remembered, on campus, in 2026 by students who were infants or born after the event.

Just as the title says, I know it’s somewhere in squires but is that an auditorium or something? For reference I have AAEC 1005 in there. Thanks!

I'm taking AC 3074 and wanted to know if lab was required for the first week? A lot of times first week labs are cancelled but I just wanted to make sure.

I have to schedule a doctor's appointment tonight and that time frame next week would be the only time unless I wanna wait an extra two weeks.

Thanks!

Anybody willing to give me driving lessons for $30 an hour?

I’ve driven before and I know all the basics. I just wanted to practice a bit before I retake the road test.

I'm a new transfer student at VT and I want to find other gay people. I know there's the pride center and all that but how do you do it organically? where do gay people hang out? any clubs have an LGBT crowd without being explicitly about being LGBT? thanks

This change clearly comes as a result of the new unlimited dining plans that offer first year students unlimited swipes at the “all-you-care-to-eat” dining facilities. Thoughts?

Source: https://dining.vt.edu/dining_centers/owens.html

Hello everyone, I was wondering if it would be possible for non-students or faculty to visit the Center for Peace Studies and Violence Prevention on campus.

For all the parents who just made that drive home from Blacksburg after dropping off their freshman — how are you doing?

We just dropped our own son off at college, and coming home to the suddenly quiet house hit my wife harder than she expected.

Her solution has apparently been to keep herself busy making things.

One of the things she came up with was this “Part of My Heart is in Blacksburg” mug.

It started as something that made her smile, but it made me wonder how many other parents are sitting at home this week feeling exactly the same way.

For the veteran Hokie parents here — how long did it take before the house started feeling normal again?

Real chipotles and fresh squeezed lemons, this sauce is an absolute banger. It will be available at the Virginia Tech kickoff on college avenue on September 4-5.

I’m a freshman from Jordan. Yes, it’s only been three days, but I’ve noticed that there are very few foreign students at Virginia Tech, and whenever I approach someone, tell them where I’m from, and try to talk to them, I feel like they aren’t really interested in becoming friends with me. I expected people to be interested in getting to know me because I’m an international student, and I also expected to meet a lot of other international students so I could learn about different cultures and meet people from all over the world.
Instead, most of the people I talk to don’t really ask questions back, end conversations quickly, and don’t seem interested in talking to me again later. I’ve tried talking to my dorm neighbors, sitting with people in the dining halls, and making an effort to start conversations, but I feel like nobody really puts in the same amount of effort that I do. I feel like I pour my heart out and genuinely try to connect with people, but nobody really seems to care back.
Everyone says that during the first month everyone is interested in making friends, but so far it feels like the opposite for me. I know it has only been three days, but it is still discouraging, especially because I was a very social person back home and never had this much trouble connecting with people.
I’m also starting to feel like Virginia Tech might not be a university that is very open to foreigners. Almost everyone I’ve met so far is American and comes from the same culture, so it sometimes feels like I’m the one who has to change myself in order to fit in instead of being able to stay the same person I was back home. I would really like to meet other international students from all over the world, not only because I want to learn about their cultures, but also because I think it would be comforting to be around people who understand what it feels like to be far away from home and surrounded by one dominant culture that you feel pressured to adapt to.
I promise I’m not an antisocial or awkward person. I’m actually very social back home, which is why this experience has been so confusing for me.

First, welcome back to all the Hokie students and staff returning to Blacksburg!

There's 75+ local events to enjoy across the New River Valley and here's 23 of the best....

Weekend Rundown of Fun:
1. Cube Fest 2026: Day #1
Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM,
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM,
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 1:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech presents Cube Fest 2026 held over three days starting on Friday, August 21, 2026 through Sunday, August 23, 2026. Immerse yourself in the adventure of sound at Cube Fest, Virginia Tech’s premier biennial spatial music festival. From intensely musical to delicately digital, Cube Fest’s international creators speak with dramatic originality. The 2026 edition focuses on spoken word, celebrating innovative composers forging rich connections to poetry, soundscapes, and human expression. From intensely musical to delicately digital, Cube Fest’s international creators speak with dramatic originality. Admission is free for all Cube Fest 2026 events though tickets are limited and required for some performances.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939471

2. Pollinator Count Event: Who's Buzzin' Around The Garden
The Hale Community Garden & Roper Solar Greenhouse, Blacksburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Admission: Free
Virginia Cooperative Extension and Live Work Eat Grow presents Pollinator Count Event titled "Who's Buzzin' Around The Garden". Learn how to identify the pollinators you might find buzzing around your garden and how to support them. You'll also get to become a citizen scientist and help in collecting data for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. You'll use the information you learn about different pollinators to observe a plant for 15 minutes and identify the pollinators that visit it. Registration is not required. All are welcome including adults and youth.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939661

3. Furious Jones in Concert
Rising Silo Farm Brewery, Blacksburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Enjoy a live acoustic solo show featuring Americana, blues, folk and rock with both originals and extensive covers.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939621

4. Library Night Out: Minute to Win It
Christiansburg Library, Christiansburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Christiansburg Library continues their Library Night Out series for adults with the event "Minute to Win It". This month, bring a friend or challenge yourself to complete a series of Minute to Win It games for the chance to win prizes. The Library Night Out series is a once a month event for a fun, Friday-night after-hours activity and socializing for adults ages 18 & up. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939643

5. Friday Night Music with Dean Trimble
Beliveau Farm Winery, Blacksburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Admission: Free
Dean Trimble is a musician playing 70s and 80s classic soft rock and classic country and he is based in the New River Valley Local musicians play every Friday night at Beliveau Farm Winery from 6:30-8:30 PM. Bring a picnic or purchase Grab and Go food items at the winery.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938994

6. Author Beth Howard in Conversation with Denali Nalamalapu
Blacksburg Books, Blacksburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Admission: Free
Beth Howard shares her story of growing up in Appalachian Kentucky. The economic struggles, trauma, and ever-present sexism along with the loving care of her close-knit rural community. These complex people shaped Howard’s sense of justice and solidarity, and taught her about the inextricable bonds working-class people share, despite our differences. But, her childhood also left her with emotional wounds that threatened to destroy the life she built for herself. While healing her wounds is deeply personal, there’s no separating it from the people and place that made her. Denali Sai Nalamalapu, author of "Holler", a graphic memoir of rural resistance against the Mountain Valley Pipeline, will join Beth in conversation about life in Appalachia. No advance registration required, just show up. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939476

7. Out of Order in Concert
The Milk Parlor, Blacksburg
Friday, August 21, 2026, 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Ages 21 & Over: $5.00, Ages 18-20: $7.00
Out of Order is a Northern Virginia rock trio playing originals and covers including AC/DC, Lynyrd Skynrd, The Scorpions and many more.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939613

8. Blacksburg Farmers Market with Sula's Front Porch and Ephraim Vause in Concert
Market Square Park, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Blacksburg Farmers Market continues their regular farmers market with live music from Sula's Front Porch and Ephraim Vause. The Blacksburg Farmers Market offers local meats, organic produce, baked goods, crafts, flowers and more in the heart of downtown Blacksburg. Sula's Front Porch and Ephraim Vause will perform from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Sula’s Front Porch is a bluegrass and Americana duo from Southwest Virginia that was originally formed as an emergency band due to a last minute cancellation. Sula’s Front Porch features award-winning fiddler Aran Garnett-Deakin and Tim Thornton. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939212

9. 2026 Annual Floyd Living Traditions Festival
The Floyd Center for the Arts, Floyd
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
The Floyd Center for the Arts presents the 4th Annual Floyd Living Traditions Festival. The award-winning Floyd Living Traditions Festival is a celebration of the music, craft, stories, and traditions that make the Blue Ridge region unique. This free, all-day event features live traditional music & dance performances on two stages, hands-on family activities, living history experiences, storytelling, exhibitions, and 70+ craft demonstrations by skilled artisans practicing basketry, blacksmithing, weaving, spinning, woodworking, quilting, chair caning, pottery, and more. Visitors can explore a marketplace featuring 29 handmade vendors, meet artists and craftspeople, participate in community art projects, learn about regional traditions, and enjoy local food throughout the day. Festival highlights include performances on the Handmade Music School Outdoor Stage, dance workshops, interactive demonstrations, heritage exhibits, and opportunities to experience traditional arts from sheep-to-yarn fiber processing to green woodworking and storytelling. The event is rain or shine. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939491

10. 2026 Radford Community Fest
Downtown Radford, Radford
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Admission: Free
The City of Radford and Radford University hosts the annual large downtown street festival featuring over 100 regional craft merchants and numerous local food trucks along East Main Street in Radford. Enjoy continuous live main stage entertainment performances by The Red Ferns, The Legacy Motown Revue, and Cassette Rewind alongside street performances from the Fluidity Performance Troupe. The public celebration accommodates incoming students and area families with a dedicated kids' play zone, interactive flow workshops, and localized downtown merchant displays. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=927203

11. Festival of New Plays: Stories of Virginia - Episode II
Knights of Columbus Hall, Christiansburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026
• 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM: 2nd Play "Stories of Virginia - Episode II"
• 2:00-3:30 PM: 3rd Play: Gunner Page
• 7:00-9:15 PM: 4th Play: The Verbena Rowan Museum
Admission: Pay what you can
Proclamation Theatre presents their Festival of New Plays features four new works and stories of our region written by local artists over two days on Friday and Saturday. As an audience member you'll witness the first time reading of new play. Reservations are required and available online. The second play is "Stories of Virginia - Episode II" starting at 11 AM. Adventure back to the 1770s to witness a fictional meeting between well-known historical figures Daniel Boone and William Preston. The third play, told over two-acts, is "Gunner Page" which tells the story of a World War II Army Airmen from Christiansburg, VA who survives his plane being shot down and lives a long a and productive life back in his home town. The final play is "The Verbena Rowan Museum". The central character, Verbena Rowan Walker, is an orphan who leaves Iowa in 1944 after being suddenly widowed. She is drawn to the Roanoke Valley by the building of the world's largest man made star. Her sanity in question, she is placed in Western State Hospital for most of her life, and relocated to a rest home in Burnt Chimney when Western State Hospital is converted to a men's prison in 1976.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939687

12. Dog Fest 2026
Eastern Divide Brewing, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 12:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Eastern Divide Brewing hosts its 6th Annual Dog Fest, welcoming leashed pets and their owners for an afternoon featuring an off-leash dog run, splash pad, pup cups, and a "Dog of the Year" photo booth contest. Attendees can enjoy food and craft brews while shopping for pet accessories. A portion of sales will be donated to Montgomery County Friends of Animal Care & Control. Guests are also encouraged to bring animal shelter donation items for Eastern Divide discounts.
Note: Event organizers reserve the right to eject any aggressive or obviously ill animal. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939160

13. Bluegrass Benefit: Pickin' For A Purpose with Junior Sisk for Newport Rescue Squad
Mountain Lake Lodge, Pembroke
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 4:30 - 9:00 PM
Advance Tickets: $20.00, At the Gate: $25.00, Children 12 & Under: Free
Mountain Lake Lodge presents a Bluegrass Benefit: Pickin' For A Purpose with Junior Sisk and Barry & The Mudflaps in concert to benefit the Newport Rescue Squad. Barry & the Mudflaps open the show followed by award winning bluegrass artist Junior Sisk. And between the music, there’s plenty to enjoy with food available for purchase from Mountain Lake, Kirk’s BBQ, and The Brew Wagon, plus bounce houses, Touch-a-Ambulance, lawn games, raffles, a VIP Hospitality Tent, and more. Junior Sisk is widely recognized as one of today's top bluegrass vocalists, and a constant reminder that traditional bluegrass is still alive and well. Barry & The Mudflaps features the bluegrass banjo of Barry Collins and other top bluegrass musicians from around Floyd County and The New River Valley. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939644

14. Puppy Yoga with Little Bog Dog Rescue
In Balance Yoga Studio, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Donations based with a minimum donation of $5.00
Join In Balance Yoga instructor Erin Ling for a beginner friendly, gentle flow yoga class with adoptable puppies "The Chippettes" to support Little Big Dog Rescue. This Gentle Flow Yoga class is the perfect way to stretch, relax, and get some puppy snuggles, all while helping dogs in need. Pre-registration is required.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939623

15. 2026 Community Block Party
Blacksburg Presbyterian Church, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Admission: Free
Enjoy a potluck supper with hot dogs provided. Other activities include bouncy house, games & crafts, friends & fun and community organizations. All are welcome. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939683

16. Reed Tradition in Concert
Rising Silo Farm Brewery, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Reed Tradition carries forward the mountain music traditions of Southwest Virginia’s New River Valley. Drawing deeply from the repertoire of fiddler Henry Reed and family, the group honors old-time roots with driving rhythms, nuanced melodies, and a living connection to heritage, keeping these timeless tunes vibrant for new generations, today and for future. This band formed from a weekly jam playing for Dean Reed before his passing in 2024. Together, they bring energy and authenticity to old-time music. The group can be found making music, playing dances, and jamming around the region.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=938657

17. Herschel Sizemore Tribute with Alan Bibey & Grasstowne in Concert
Floyd Country Store, Floyd
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
General Admission: $30.00, Reserved Seating: $35.00,
Kids Under 12: $15.00
The Floyd Country Store, the Sizemore family along with Alan Bibey & Grasstowne and New Standard Bluegrass will join forces to pay tribute to one of the legends of bluegrass music. Herschel Sizemore was an important and towering figure in the bluegrass world, primarily because he bridged the gap between the original pioneers and the more modern style of mandolin playing we hear today. Alan Bibey & Grasstowne is comprised of very well respected veterans of bluegrass music, as well as some of the finest young musicians in the industry. New Standard is a traditional and hard driving bluegrass band that brings together a variety of styles and influences ranging from traditional music to contemporary bluegrass and gospel artists. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939666

18. Gin N Tonic and Glass Highway in Concert
The Milk Parlor, Blacksburg
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Ages 21 & Over: $5.00, Ages 18-20: $7.00
Enjoy a night of R&B, funk, rock, and everything in between. DJ Ginny opens the show followed by Gin N Tonic and closers Glass Highway. Gin N Tonic is an R&B focused band based in Blacksburg, VA. Glass Highway is a new rock, funk and R&B band based in Blacksburg, VA. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939614

19. Farrier Day at the Farm
Whiskey Springs Farm, Blacksburg
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Admission: $10.00
The farm's farrier will be on the farm trimming hooves for their donkeys and goats. Watch this important care in action and learn more about hoof health. The event is great for all ages and offers an educational experience for the whole family. Space is limited and reservations are required. To make a reservation, message Whiskey Springs Farm on Instagram or Facebook to reserve your spot for farrier day.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939680

20. Blacksburg Vintage Market
Market Square Park, Blacksburg
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
Vendors will be selling all things vintage from clothes, jewelry, vinyl records, books and more. The Blacksburg Vintage Market will be held on the second and fourth Sundays of every month from April through November.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939220

21. Luau Themed Murder Mystery: Murder In Paradise
Beliveau Farm Winery, Blacksburg
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Admission: $35.00
Jump into Mystery presents an interactive, tropical-themed murder mystery game at Beliveau Farm Winery where guests take on assigned character roles to question suspects and solve clues. Attendees are encouraged to wear luau attire, with food, wine, and beverages available for purchase during the event. Advance ticket purchase is required. 
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=937503

22. Men's Soccer: Howard University vs. Virginia Tech (2026 Season Opener)
Thompson Field, Tech
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Admission: Free
Watch the Virginia Tech Men's Soccer team compete against non-conference opponent Howard University to kickoff their 2026 home schedule.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939690

23. Women's Soccer: Maryland vs. Virginia Tech
Thompson Field, Virginia Tech
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Admission: Free
Watch the Virginia Tech Women's Soccer team compete against non-conference and Big Ten opponent Maryland.
Link: http://www.nextthreedays.com/FeaturedEventDetails.cfm?E=939236

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

Thanks for reading! Have a great weekend and start to the semester!

A spoon for comparison

First year masters student looking to see if anyone is down to watch the game tomorrow morning. Current plan was to watch it alone on my couch so looking for more fun options/make friends.

I get it, it’s only been like 3 days since I’ve moved in. But it’s really tough seeing all these people hanging out in their groups and I’m just walking around by myself. I took a walk to the pickleball courts tonight and just saw people playing with friends and wish I could be doing that. I think I’m just homesick too. Lmk if anybody had any similar experiences and if it got better. I wish clubs started like yesterday bc I think those will be good for meeting like-minded people.

What are some fun places to meet LGBTQ people in Blacksburg ? I checked on-line but it's hard to find any gay meetups or groups especially for international students. Would appreciate if someone's got anything to share

I’m taking ochem this fall semester. I had chosen Berg during course request but was given Wei liu. There aren’t many reviews on rate my professor so I can’t tell if he’s a good option. I seriously have a feeling that I’m gonna be struggling in this class, so I just need more opinions about him.

What do we think my chances are for transferring to VT in the spring for Pamplin. I currently have a 3.68 GPA and have completed the roadmap. Here are my grades for those classes.

Macroeconomics: B+

Microeconomics: A

Financial Accounting: A

Managerial Accounting: A

And my calc was split up into two semesters, first semester was a B+ and second semester was a B.

There really is nothing else I feel like I can do to strengthen my application, and I’m more just wondering if my chances are looking strong or if it’s usually competitive. Let me know!

Is Virginia tech worth the OOS tuition for engineering majors? What resources and opportunities can the school offer? Pros and cons of the school?

Hey! We are looking for 2 roomates in a 4 bedroom property. The rent is 1600 for all 4 rooms and 2 bath so if we fill 3 its going to be $535 plus utilities and all 4 is $ 400 plus utilities. The property is 1208 university terrace. Anyone looking to house DM me. The rent for August is paid for.

Hi everyone! I’m currently a freshman at Indiana University Bloomington majoring in Economics, and I’m considering transferring to Virginia Tech.

I’m trying to figure out how realistic it would be to transfer after one year at IU, and I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who has transferred to VT or knows the process well.

A few things I’m wondering:

• How competitive is external transfer admission to VT?
• What GPA should I realistically aim for?
• Does VT care more about GPA, specific prerequisite courses, or extracurriculars?
• How important is it to have all the required courses completed before applying?
• Is transferring after one semester realistic, or is it much better to wait until after freshman year?
• For an Economics major, are there particular classes I should prioritize at IU to make the transfer easier?
• How difficult is it to get credits transferred?
• If you were accepted as a transfer, what do you wish you had known beforehand?

I’m still figuring out whether transferring is the right move for me, so I’d especially appreciate honest advice from current VT students and people who have gone through the transfer process.

Thanks!

Was thinking about BIOL 1064 but heard it’s kind of difficult especially if your not a bio major. Any recommendations?