College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Spotlight on CALS
Virginia Tech study finds unique brain changes linked to witnessing trauma
Researchers discovered distinct molecular differences in how the brain processes directly experienced versus witnessed trauma — a finding that could lead to more targeted treatments for PTSD.
EDUCATE LOCALLY, LEAD GLOBALLY
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Class of 2025: Neena O’Mara finds purpose through service and a future in medicine , articleO’Mara is heading to medical school as an Outstanding Senior in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise and a recipient of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’ Madelynn Todd Trailblazer Award.
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Class of 2025: Samantha Corduan puts precision agriculture into practice , articleAn Outstanding Senior in the School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Corduan combines global experience, agricultural technology expertise, and campus leadership to shape the future of sustainable farming.
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Class of 2025: Liz Eroshenko digs deep into soil science and student advocacy , articleAn Outstanding Senior in the School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Eroshenko is headed to graduate school to study soil change and coach the next generation of soil scientists.
Honoring Our Land-Grant Legacy
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech addresses current and emerging issues in agricultural and life sciences by building on the land-grant commitment of developing leaders and creating and sharing knowledge through diverse, hands-on applications.
Study abroad courses on 5 continents
107 local extension offices
11 Agricultural Research and Extension Centers
Our shared future
Every day, in every corner of the world, the college, Extension, and 4-H are helping communities thrive and grow the next generations of leaders. With your support, there is no limit to the impact we can make in our world.
Join us making a difference in our shared future.
We have the Commonwealth covered!
With 107 local Extension offices, 11 Agricultural Research and Extension Centers, and six 4-H educational centers, we are always within reach. Use the map to locate the office or center in your community.
250 Drillfield Drive (0402)
Blacksburg, Virginia 24061
Dean's office: (540) 231-3724
Academic dean: (540) 231-6503