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We have campuses in Arlington, Blacksburg and Richmond, Virginia.

Where Theory meets Practice

Preparing students for impactful careers in public policy, national security, diplomacy, urban planning, and public administration in Blacksburg and the DC metro.

10/23/2026

Experience public policy firsthand in Washington, D.C.! 🏛️

Through the Washington Experience, offered by the Virginia Tech - School of Public and International Affairs, undergraduate students can connect with decision-makers, explore how policy takes shape, and build professional connections in the nation's capital.

Interested? Learn more ➡️ https://go.vt.edu/utFO6

10/21/2026

Join CC Smith, a Master's SPIA student through a productive day in her life!

10/12/2026

Meet Walker Wilkins, a SPIA alum working as a transportation planner in the DC area 🧡

From growing up in rural Virginia to collaborating across agencies, his background in SPIA has helped him be successful in all aspects of life!

We love our Virginia Tech alumni and all they accomplish!

10/07/2026

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09/18/2026

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09/10/2026

Students in this School of Public and International Affairs and Honors College course are learning concepts of community engagement and service.

08/07/2026

🌍 Where will your Virginia Tech experience take you?

As we prepare for the Fall 2026 semester, we're looking back at the incredible experiences our students had during Sustainable Europe, a study abroad program that brings learning beyond the classroom and into communities across Europe.

Based at Virginia Tech's Steger Center in Switzerland, students explore how cities and regions are tackling today's biggest challenges in sustainability, transportation, environmental policy, urban planning, and community development. Along the way, they meet with experts, experience different cultures, and gain a global perspective that prepares them to make an impact wherever their careers take them.

Watch the video to see where Sustainable Europe can take you and imagine yourself on the next journey.

Ready to broaden your perspective and learn from some of Europe's most innovative communities? We hope you'll consider joining us for the next Sustainable Europe program!

05/15/2026

To all of our SPIA graduates, CONGRATULATIONS!!

We are so proud of each and every one of you who for your contribution and hard work paying off. We wish you the best of luck on the next chapter of your life!

Thank you for everyone who came to the SPIA Awards Ceremony and Celebration, we hope you had a great time being with your fellow Hokies and faculty one last time.

To all of the undergrads and grads pursuing a higher education, good luck and enjoy the journey!

GO HOKIES!!

05/07/2026

The Virginia Tech School of Public & International Affairs is honored to invite you to the launch of Dr. Chad Levinson’s newly published book, The President’s Echo System: How Foreign Policy Is Sold to Americans.

Joining Dr. Levinson for the evening will be James Goldgeier of American University School of International Service for a timely conversation on foreign policy, public opinion, and institutional influence.

📍 Event Details
🗓 Thursday, June 4
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📌 Virginia Tech Research Center
(In-person event)

Registration is required. Please RSVP by May 29: https://tinyurl.com/2bmnmu7z

We look forward to seeing you there.

Address

220 Stanger St
Blacksburg, VA
24060

Telephone

(540) 231-2291

Website

http://www.spia.vt.edu/

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