Mini Medical School is about genetics – and chili Gene Marrano January 25, 2019 1 minute read The general public can get a peak at the Virginia Tech-Carilion School of Medicine campus during the latest “Mini Medical School.” This time it’s all about genetics – and chili. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia chambers pass bills allowing happy hour advertisingNext: Goodwill is looking for more mentors Related Stories Roanoke Women’s Foundation honors two people with ties to Taubman Museum Gene Marrano May 14, 2026 Virginia August primary raises turnout concerns as summer voting begins Ian Price May 14, 2026 Virginia is now the first state in the south and the 15th nationwide to create a paid family and medical leave program Gene Marrano May 13, 2026