Virginia Tech Center for Humanities

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The Center for Humanities champions the humanities at Virginia Tech and beyond. We support innovative scholarship and foster collaboration across disciplinary boundaries.

A flyer titled "The Rise of Women in the Military and Honoring the Fallen" features bold text and a structured layout. It announces two events celebrating 80 years of female military service and excellence. The first event, "Rise of Women in the Military" as part of the Cutchin’s Leadership Lecture Series, takes place on March 6, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM at Burruss Hall. The second event, "80 Years of Military Service and Change Symposium," occurs on March 7, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Athenaeum, Newman Library. Both events are free and open to the public. The flyer includes the names of sponsoring organizations: Virginia Humanities, Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, The Department of English, and The Center for Humanities. A URL for more information is provided: HTTPS://UNITINGUS.ORG/WOMENS-RISE-IN-MILITARY.
A flyer for Minorities and Philosophy (MAP) at Virginia Tech announces an interest meeting. The flyer has a white background with blue and yellow accents. The MAP logo is displayed at the top with “Minorities and Philosophy” curved above it and “Virginia Tech” below. A blue banner with yellow text reads “INTEREST MEETING.” Below, event details are provided: "Join us for MAP @ VT’s first meeting! Learn about our chapter, meet others interested in philosophy, and enjoy free refreshments. Grad and undergrad students welcome!" The meeting is scheduled for Friday, February 21st, from 3:30-4:30 PM at War Memorial Hall, Fourth Floor Common Area. A paragraph explains that MAP is an international organization dedicated to increasing participation in philosophy among underrepresented groups. The flyer ends with a contact box: "CONTACT: JASON WONG (JTWONG@VT.EDU)."
A promotional graphic for Virginia Tech Giving Day. The design features a stylized illustration of Torgersen Bridge with a clock in the center. Below, bold text reads "GIVING DAY VIRGINIA TECH." followed by "SUPPORT HOKIES!" in bright orange. The web address "givingday.vt.edu" is displayed at the bottom. The background consists of a gradient of red, orange, and pink hues with dynamic curved lines.
A flyer for a public lecture titled "Epics, Folktales, and Women's Voices: Midrash and Modern Jewish Storytelling." The event is on February 25 at 7 PM in the Newman Library, Goodall Room at Virginia Tech. The flyer features a photo of Dr. Samuel J. Kessler, who is introduced as the Harry Lyons Chair in Judaic Studies and Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Commonwealth University. The description discusses the evolution of Jewish storytelling, interpretation, and religious practice, emphasizing modern reimaginings of myths and legends. The event is free and open to the public. The bottom of the flyer includes Virginia Tech's Religion and Culture department logo, along with sponsorship details from the Judaic Studies Program and a contact email (ssidky@vt.edu). The flyer has a blue, maroon, and white color scheme.
A flyer for the Virginia Tech Ethics Bowl: A Case Competition features a red and blue color scheme with a grid-patterned background. The title is in bold red capital letters. Below, in italicized blue text, it reads: Ethical Debate as a Team Sport! The event runs from April 1st through April 8th and is open to VT undergraduates in teams of 2-4. A QR code labeled "SCAN ME" is on the right side for easy registration access. Additional information and registration can be found at https://canvas.vt.edu/courses/210407. Scholarship prizes of up to $1,500 will be awarded to the top three teams. The flyer concludes with a contact for questions: Dr. Justin Horn at justinhorn@vt.edu. The design includes small illustrations of pens, pencils, and notebooks in the corners.