Program to examine Roanoke’s refugee populations, among other social issues Ian Price May 30, 2017 1 minute read A summer program pulls Virginia Tech students from multiple disciplines to work on solving some current social issues. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: New resource centers at Rescue Mission debutNext: Feeding America tracks “Food Insecurity” in the region Related Stories Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026