2026 Virginia Tech Faculty Nutshell Talks
Venue: Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg
Directions: Google Map Link
Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Event Types: Speaking Engagements, STEM Events
Cost: Free

Description:
The Center for Communicating Science at Virginia Tech presents the Annual Faculty Nutshell Talks on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at the Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech.

Curious about the research happening at Virginia Tech and how it connects to our world? Join us for an energetic evening where faculty share their research in just 90 seconds, no slides, no jargon, just engaging stories designed for everyone.

From health and environment to technology and society, these bite-sized talks make big ideas accessible and fun. Presenters are judged by a lively panel of community members, campus leaders, and two local seventh graders because great research should spark curiosity across generations.

Come be part of a celebration of learning, storytelling, and discovery. Whether you love science, enjoy learning something new, or just want a fun and inspiring night out, this event is for you.

Admission is free and open to the public.

The Faculty Nutshell Talk will be followed by a post-event celebration.

Parking is available 0.2 miles from The Center for the Arts at the North End Parking Garage (paid parking) and in the Squires Parking Lot (free parking after 5:00 PM). Handicapped parking is available on-site. Visit: https://www.thelyric.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/downtown_blacksburg_parking.pdf for a parking map and more information.

Accessibility: For accommodations, contact Erin Smith at erinmsmith@vt.edu at least 10 business days in advance.

The Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech is located at 330 Turner Street NW in Blacksburg, VA.

To view the event flyer, visit: https://i.postimg.cc/LsWFjQ6J/image.png.

For more information, visit: https://communicatingscience.isce.vt.edu/css-events/upcoming-events/short-talks--big-impact--cheer-on-virginia-tech-faculty-at-the-f.html or https://www.facebook.com/VTCommunicatingScience/ or https://www.instagram.com/commscivt/.

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