Governor McAuliffe addresses Virginia Tech graduates Gene Marrano May 16, 2014 1 minute read Take chances…don’t be afraid to fail …that was Governor Terry McAuliffe’s message to Virginia Tech graduates this morning. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: F.R.E.E. receives “best practices” awardNext: 4 gang members charged with Va. officer’s slaying Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026